Automation World
SEPTEMBER 29, 2022
On its own, the answer is clearly “no.” But when SCADA/HMI is the core of the platform, as it is with Ignition, Inductive Automation is demonstrating how the software can be used to connect IT and operations technology across the enterprise.
Design World
SEPTEMBER 26, 2022
Empowering leaders in packaging, food and beverage, and pharmaceuticals to conquer automation challenges, Beckhoff will showcase flexible robotics, cabinetless control systems and adaptive automation technologies at PACK EXPO International 2022. The modular Automation Technology for Robotics (ATRO) solution will appear for the first time in North America at the show from Oct. 23-26 in booth… The post Beckhoff to highlight ATRO, MX-System and Adaptive Automation at PACK EXPO 2022 appeared f
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Cisco Industrial Automation
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
By Marcus Smith and Ken Vanthielen. The Cisco IoT Design-In Program is a partnership framework providing unique benefits to customers and partners who integrate Cisco IoT technologies into their own solutions or products. The program helps machine builders and niche solution integrators to create repeatable, scalable, and reliable solutions with Cisco IoT technology embedded within.
Gary Mintchell
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
Advanced Physical Layer (APL) for Ethernet generated much hype for quite some time. Product may be coming your way before too long. After almost 4 years of close and fruitful collaboration among the four leading standards development organizations, FieldComm Group, ODVA, OPC Foundation, and PROFIBUS & PROFINET International (PI), combined with significant support from 12 major industry project partners, the participants are pleased to announce a successful completion of the APL Project.
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In 2025, the Supply Chain continues its evolution toward “Logistics 4.0,” inspired by Industry 4.0. Two major characteristics define this transformation: automation, driven by robotic solutions, and prediction, paving the way for an era of planning and simulation powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Automation World
SEPTEMBER 26, 2022
Giving new employees the opportunity to participate on projects goes a long way toward building the talent pool industry needs.
Design World
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
After a plant tour of igus North America’s gleaming manufacturing facility in East Providence, R.I., Design World had the opportunity for an exclusive interview with Artur Peplinski, the company’s President & CEO. Peplinski spoke about the company’s grand vision for the North American market — which will add more manufacturing prowess here in the States,… The post Exclusive Q&A with igus North America’s CEO, Artur Peplinski appeared first on Design World.
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Gary Mintchell
SEPTEMBER 29, 2022
With the pandemic mostly in the rearview mirror, Inductive Automation held its Ignition Community Conference 2022 in Folsom, CA Sept. 20-21. ICC 2022. The event was sold out, as usual. Sessions were packed and lively with questions. I didn’t pick up much news from the event. It was good to catch up with people I’ve known for years but haven’t seen since 2019.
Automation World
SEPTEMBER 28, 2022
Siemens shows how a part or product can be made entirely in one closed-loop digital environment to optimize the entire process before production begins.
Design World
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
The big challenges facing the world today — such as climate change, energy shortages and disrupted supply chains — all have one thing in common: they demand innovative, high-tech solutions. At Hanover Fair, the world’s leading trade show for industrial technology, leading companies from the mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, energy, and software and IT sectors… The post 2023 Hannover Fair to focus on “Industrial Transformation — Making the Difference” appeare
Plastics News
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
The federal government says a Pretium Packaging plant in Ohio had a yearslong "discriminatory practice" of not hiring women for machine operator jobs.
Speaker: Chris Townsend, VP of Product Marketing, Wellspring
Over the past decade, companies have embraced innovation with enthusiasm—Chief Innovation Officers have been hired, and in-house incubators, accelerators, and co-creation labs have been launched. CEOs have spoken with passion about “making everyone an innovator” and the need “to disrupt our own business.” But after years of experimentation, senior leaders are asking: Is this still just an experiment, or are we in it for the long haul?
Gary Mintchell
SEPTEMBER 28, 2022
How much impact do US National Institutes of technology and manufacturing have on the real world of manufacturing? I’ve dealt with several over the past 20 years. They do a lot of work. Sometimes I’m not so sure of the impact. On the other hand, I’ve followed the work of various Smart Manufacturing leaders for maybe 15 years. Their work has evolved into CESMII.
Automation World
SEPTEMBER 26, 2022
Robot technology is more advanced and applicable than ever with the help of machine learning, washdown capability, and safety improvements, but there is still plenty of room for innovation.
Design World
SEPTEMBER 29, 2022
FLYING-CAM, a leader in design and manufacturing of unmanned helicopters and pioneer of professional drone filming services, celebrated its 30th anniversary with the World premiere of Discovery, its newest unmanned aircraft system. The Belgium-based company decided to turn to CRP Technology and its Powder Bed Fusion Additive Manufacturing process with composite polymers fiber-reinforced to complete […].
Robotics Business Review
SEPTEMBER 26, 2022
Sponsored By: For today’s heavy manufacturers, conveyance automation systems must be extremely robust and capable of transporting high-capacity payloads, yet also deliver the high levels of flexibility, safety and scalability expected from today’s mobile robotic systems. Modern automated guided vehicles can do just that. Manufacturing facilities continue to increase their levels of automation to reduce….
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Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?
Gary Mintchell
SEPTEMBER 26, 2022
Emerson sent me a number of renewable energy technology news releases and a live discussion over the past couple of months. I wrote about hydrogen a couple of months ago. These news items talk about wind power technology. [This is also a good time to promote a new book, The Carbon Almanac , ideal for everyone to learn about what they can do to reduce carbon generation.].
Automation World
SEPTEMBER 29, 2022
StrongArm Technologies provides IoT-enabled safety wearables designed to prevent on-the-job injuries.
Design World
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
igus is expanding through investments in its Low-Cost Automation and has now acquired the majority shares in Commonplace Robotics based in Bissendorf near Osnabrück. As an integrator, Commonplace Robotics specializes in intuitive control systems and software and power electronics for robotics, both in industry and in education. The two companies have been cooperating intensively for… The post igus acquires majority stake in Commonplace Robotics appeared first on Design World.
Robotics Business Review
SEPTEMBER 27, 2022
GrayMatter Robotics' SCAN & SAND solution automates complex surface finishing and treatment applications in high-mix, high-variability production environments. The post GrayMatter Robotics – Start-Up Profile – Turnkey RaaS Solutions for Manufacturers appeared first on Robotics Business Review.
Plastics News
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
Lizzo showed that some historic flutes in the Library of Congress collection, including a 1937 item made with plexiglass, still have plenty of music left in them.
Robotics Automation News
SEPTEMBER 29, 2022
Do you like working with your hands? Do you have an interest in robotics and automation? If so, you may wonder what an industrial robotic arm is and how it could benefit you. Contrary to popular belief, industrial robotic arms are not just for large manufacturing companies. There are many applications for these versatile machines […].
Design World
SEPTEMBER 29, 2022
AutomationDirect has added linear slide actuators from igus. These lead screw-driven and belt-driven linear slide actuators can be used as single-axis slides or can provide an economical means of creating high-performance XY or XYZ gantry systems. The SAW series lead-screw driven actuators offer a low-cost linear motion solution with travel distances from 50 to 750… The post AutomationDirec adds igus linear slide actuators and XYZ gantries to inventory appeared first on Design World.
Plastics Today
SEPTEMBER 26, 2022
Netherlands-based TenCate Grass partners with Cyclyx and ExxonMobil to chemically recycle artificial grass into feedstock for new plastic products.
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Plastics News
SEPTEMBER 29, 2022
If you've been to past K shows, you should already know to pace yourself for a marathon of events from Oct. 19-26.
Robotics Automation News
SEPTEMBER 29, 2022
ICE Cobotics has chosen T-Mobile and Deutsche Telekom’s T IoT as its exclusive IoT connectivity solution worldwide to help its customers more easily manage fleets of the company’s floor cleaning robots. As part of the long-term agreement, T IoT – a comprehensive solution for global IoT connectivity, platform management and support – will deliver cellular […].
Design World
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
Smart Technology is rapidly evolving, especially in the automation and engineering space. This can make it difficult for professionals and aspiring engineers to be adequately prepared throughout their careers. Festo Didactic, equipment and solution provider for industrial and technical education, developed the program to holistically teach students robot safety.
Manufacturer's Monthly
SEPTEMBER 28, 2022
The Northern Territory Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to develop and operate the Territory’s first battery cathode manufacturing plant in Darwin. The agreement with Taiwanese company Aleees and Perth-based Avenira is a significant economic and strategic opportunity for the Northern Territory. The MoU maps out how the Territory government, Aleees, and Avenira will work together to achieve Final Investment Decision (FID) on a pilot facility, with FID anticipated early in
Speaker: Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions
Is your manufacturing operation reaching its efficiency potential? A Manufacturing Execution System (MES) could be the game-changer, helping you reduce waste, cut costs, and lower your carbon footprint. Join Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions, in this value-packed webinar as he breaks down how MES can drive operational excellence and sustainability.
Plastics News
SEPTEMBER 26, 2022
Based on the survey submissions, film producers had an average gain of 15 percent and sheet producers reported an 8 percent average gain.
Robotics Automation News
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
Shipping and logistics play a critical role in the growth of the economy. That’s true since all economic activities depend on the existence and efficiency of shipping and logistics. Therefore, no country can enhance its national income without the input of the shipping and logistics sector. That said, shipping and logistics is the process in […].
Design World
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
Jake Schieffer is taking on a new role within Beckhoff USA as Vice President of Sales. This promotion results from Schieffer’s significant successes as Regional Director – Midwest. In the newly created national position, he will continue to promote business alignment throughout the sales organization and accelerate growth across the U.S. Based at the Beckhoff… The post Beckhoff USA appoints Jake Schieffer VP of sales appeared first on Design World.
The Fabricator
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
High school vocational skills centers are shedding a longstanding negative stigma for trades like welding are becoming more of a desirable option for teens considering their post-graduation futures.
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