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Big Data

Automation World

In this research project, Automation World highlights the technologies that comprise industrial Big Data and showcases insights from your end user peers and system integrators about how they’re using these technologies to improve decision-making.

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Bosch Rexroth presents ctrlX OS, now available for third parties

Design World

With its automation toolkit ctrlX AUTOMATION and the principle of the “smartphone for the world of industrial automation,” Bosch Rexroth signaled a paradigm shift in the market back in 2020. In 2021, the leap from an open platform to an industrial partner network was achieved with ctrlX World. Now, Bosch Rexroth is taking the next… The post Bosch Rexroth presents ctrlX OS, now available for third parties appeared first on Design World.

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Cogniteam builds AI capabilities for robots on Nvidia platform

Robotics Automation News

Cogniteam has used the Jetson AGX Orin to enable AI on robots using the Nimbus Operating System. Dr Yehuda Elmaliah, co-founder and CEO of Cogniteam, says: “The Nvidia AGX Orin is a huge leap for manufacturers and developers who want to see greater AI capabilities on their edge robots.” Cogniteam, a robotics company and creator […].

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Compounders show off ways to improve resins at K

Plastics News

Compounders including Avient Corp., Modern Dispersions Inc. and Kraiburg TPE will be at K 2022 with many new ways to improve resins.

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The Supply Chain in 2025: What to Expect

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).

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Turbocharging Speed to Market

Automation World

New concept “speedster” has been coined to describe companies that have reduced the time they take to design, develop and deliver products to customers, also known as “speed to market.”.

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ABS industrial enclosures come in ten sizes

Design World

Smart, modern technoBOX industrial electronic enclosures are now available in 10 sizes. Tried and trusted IP 66 rated technoBOX offers designers and OEMs a robust and cost-effective housing for a wide range of electronics and electrical applications. The bevelled lid – which enhances the enclosure’s aesthetics – is recessed to accommodate a membrane keypad, front… The post ABS industrial enclosures come in ten sizes appeared first on Design World.

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Manufacturing leadership tip: Manage by walking around the metalworking shop

The Fabricator

Management by walking around is a good way to connect with shop floor employees and get the scoop on what exactly is happening in production.

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Top Sustainability Trends in Manufacturing

Automation World

Explore practices that contribute to a comprehensive sustainability strategy, that work alongside reducing CO2 emissions, to slow down global warming.

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Turck launches next-generation M12 connectors and receptacles

Design World

Turck, a manufacturer of sensors, connectivity and Fieldbus technology for factory, logistics and process automation, announces it has launched the first phase of its redesigned M12 connectors and receptacles. The new design includes a patented torque sleeve that eases the installation of every cordset while also improving its ability to keep contaminants out.

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Study Shows US Drivers Believe Partially Automated Vehicles Are Fully Self-Driving

Robotics Automation News

US drivers may be treating their partially-autonomous vehicles as fully self-driving, according to a new study. Research shows that owners of advanced systems, such as General Motors’ Super Cruise or Tesla’s Autopilot, believe that these technologies have more capabilities than they actually do. Academics are concerned that such findings could lead to more unnecessary collisions […].

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The 2nd Generation of Innovation Management: A Survival Guide

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?

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Kickstart: Recycling and DIY

Plastics News

Stanley Black & Decker rolls out power tools using Tritan Renew plastics; Dow shows off its decarbonization efforts in Europe; and M&A trends may have slowed down, but they aren't stopping.

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Universal Robots’ UR20 Makes its North America Debut

Automation World

The next generation of Universal Robots’ collaborative robots can be seen in this video showcasing its machine tending capabilities.

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ABB unveils smallest industrial robot for electronics production

Design World

ABB has launched its smallest-ever industrial robot, offering new possibilities for faster, more flexible and high-quality production of wearable smart devices. With its compact size, exceptional payload and unrivaled accuracy, the new IRB 1010 offers electronics manufacturers the opportunity to increase their production of devices, including smart watches, earphones, sensors and health trackers through automation.… The post ABB unveils smallest industrial robot for electronics production

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Ava Robotics reveals latest autonomous security robot

Robotics Automation News

Ava Robotics, a developer of robots for workplace applications, has unveiled the latest version of its security robot at the recent Global Security Exchange (GSX) Conference 2022 in Atlanta. The security robot, in partnership with Johnson Controls, increases workplace security and patrolling, facility inspections and event response with incredible reliability.

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

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?

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Next Generation Open Control?

Gary Mintchell

Bosch Rexroth held a webinar unveiling its ctrlX control platform in March 2021 that I had the pleasure of moderating. According to a press event held this week, more than 600 units have been sold. Rexroth representative use terms like freedom , openness , next level. Preceding Rexroth down this openness path in my experience were OMAC (originally Open Modular Architecture Controller, now know for PackML), Bedrock Automation (Open Secure Automation), and OPAF (Open Process Automation Foundation)

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Automating Enclosure Modifications

Automation World

Rittal showcased its Perforex MT 2201 automated milling terminal for system integrators, panel builders, and OEMs at IMTS 2022.

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Allied Electronics & Automation announces name change

Design World

Allied Electronics & Automation, a trading brand of RS Group plc, a global omni-channel provider of product and service solutions, is rebranding itself as “RS” in the first quarter of 2023. The company said that the name change is part of an overall rebranding strategy to establish a better connection across RS Group’s products and… The post Allied Electronics & Automation announces name change appeared first on Design World.

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Smart Robotics unveils robotic palletizer for greater item stacking efficiency

Robotics Automation News

Smart Robotics is launching three freshly engineered versions of its Smart Palletizer. The collaborative robot-based palletizer is designed to optimise box stacking and is considerably user friendly – making palletizing in warehouses more resource efficient. Eindhoven, the Netherlands, 8 September 2022: As of today, Smart Robotics, a global leader in warehouse automation and robotics, is […].

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The Future of Manufacturing: Behind-the-Scene Insights from the IMTS Conference

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ABI Research Releases MES Competitive Ranking

Gary Mintchell

Plex Systems, Siemens, Dassault Systèmes, and GE Digital are Leaders in ABI Research’s Manufacturing Execution System Competitive Ranking. I pass this news along as it came. I’m never sanguine about these studies. I don’t see much detail about companies studied. Often they are either clients of the analyst firm or pay a fee to be analyzed. I have no idea about this one.

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The System Integrator’s Role in Sustainability

Automation World

Because system integrators work with many of the technologies that support the United Nations’ 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, industry should be aware of how integrators can help them achieve their own sustainability goals.

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Clippard releases calibrated pressure sensors

Design World

Clippard expanded the Cordis family with this new transducer line. These piezoresistive silicone pressure sensors can either be used as feedback for Clippard’s CPC Pressure Controller or as a standalone transducer. Current optional outputs are 0 to 5 VDC, 0 to 10 VDC and 0.5 to 4.5 VDC. These transducers are conditioned and temperature-compensated and… The post Clippard releases calibrated pressure sensors appeared first on Design World.

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Pure Data – Datenvalidierung in Produktionsanlagen

Quantis

Valide Daten sind die Grundlage zur Kennzahlermittlung und Bewertung der Anlageneffektivität in digitalisierten Produktionsanlagen. Im Produktionsprozess erzeugte Werte aus Sensordaten von Maschinen sind in der Regel nicht validiert, oder fehlen. Letztlich lassen sich daraus keine korrekten Aussagen über die Effizienz der Maschinen und Anlagen treffen!

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CNC Design Guide: Enhance Machining for Precision, Efficiency, and Cost Reduction

Unlock the full potential of CNC machining with our comprehensive design guide. Learn how to optimize your designs for precision, efficiency, and cost savings. Gain key insights on part complexity, tolerances, materials, finishes, and much more. Whether you’re developing prototypes or production parts, our guide offers practical tips to streamline your process and ensure high-quality results.

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MES Software Market to Grow to US$5.4 Billion in 2031

Gary Mintchell

Analyst firms continue to predict large growth for MES software. I continue to doubt that much growth. This is a report on analysis by ABI Research predicting growth to US$ 5.4 Billion by 2031. I don’t do market research. My forte is product/market analysis evaluating who is there and where there may be gaps. The trade organization, MESA, defines the acronym as Manufacturing Enterprise Solutions upgraded from Manufacturing Execution Systems.

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Medical Microinstruments introduces even smaller robotic instruments for complex ‘supermicrosurgery’

Robotics Automation News

Medical Microinstruments, a robotics company developing devices for microsurgery, has launched its new Supermicro NanoWrist instruments for use with the Symani Surgical System, developed specifically to address the challenges of microsurgery. The new supermicro needle holder and dilator were recently used in clinical procedures in Zürich, Florence, and Salzburg, with successful patient outcomes.

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Hand-held enclosures feature numerous accessories

Design World

The SMART-CASE line of enclosures now offers more accessories than any of the manufacturer’s other 18 ultra-portable housings. Versatile SMART-CASE (IP 65 optional) is a candidate for a wide range of remote control and mobile solutions – whether the device is connected by cable or powered by a battery (AAA, AA, 9V or 12-V round… The post Hand-held enclosures feature numerous accessories appeared first on Design World.

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Pure Data – Data Quality Validation in Production Plants

Quantis

Why Invest in Data Quality Validation in Production Plants? Valid data is the basis for determining key figures and evaluating plant effectiveness in digitized production plants. Values generated in the production process from sensor data of machines are usually not validated or missing. Ultimately, no correct statements can be made about the efficiency of the machines and plants!

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How to Drive Cost Savings, Efficiency Gains, and Sustainability Wins with MES

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.

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Marketing Thoughts

Gary Mintchell

A few random thoughts about sales, marketing, and communication. Coffee. Starbucks has been an off-site workplace for me for more than 20 years. This despite having perhaps the worst tasting coffee (since I do not load it up with sugary flavors). The company has changed its marketing direction this year. News reports say it’s in response to market changes due to Covid.

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Automation? ?and? ?IoT??: ?Transforming? ?How? ?Industries? ?Function?

Robotics Automation News

The key role of technologies is to facilitate our life. But the modern use cases of tech solutions are not limited to everyday tasks. Actually, we should admit that the most important functions that technologies, and especially the Internet of Things (IoT), have today are related to their implementation by different industries. As a result, […].

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FANUC demonstrates robot and cobot solutions for picking, packing and palletizing at Pack Expo  

Design World

FANUC America, a manufacturer of CNCs, robotics and ROBOMACHINEs, will highlight its latest robot and cobot solutions for picking, packing and palletizing at Pack Expo Chicago, Oct. 23-26 in booth #N6116. New: FANUC DR-3iB/6 Stainless Delta Robot Handling Protein At Pack Expo, the DR-3iB/6 STAINLESS robot will use 3DV iRVision and iRPickTool line tracking software… The post FANUC demonstrates robot and cobot solutions for picking, packing and palletizing at Pack Expo appeared first on De

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Kickstart: A 'genius' for tracking plastic waste

Plastics News

Jenna Jambeck, a University of Georgia environmental engineer, is one of 25 people named to as a MacArthur Foundation Fellow for 2022.

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How To Select the Right Software for Innovation Management

Finding the right innovation management software is like picking a racing bike—it's essential to consider your unique needs rather than just flashy features. This oversight can stall your innovation efforts. Download now to explore key considerations for success!