Manufacturer's Monthly

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Global pharmaceutical company Bridgewest is set to transform the former Pfizer owned facility in Bentley to manufacture more medical products, following a $2 million investment from the Western Australia Government. The facility – which operates under the name NovaCina – manufactures oncology drugs and sterile injectable hospital essentials across nine production lines, exporting products to almost 100 countries around the world.

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Automation World

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

In complex machines with multi-axis motion control, pneumatic and electric options abound. Making the selection often depends on the application’s speed and length of travel as well as facility infrastructure.

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Seeburger

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Edge computing is cutting-edge technology that is transforming the way we process data in digitally networked ecosystems. But exactly what is edge computing and why is edge computing important? Edge computing brings processing power closer to the source of data, rather than sending it to a centralized location.

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Metrology

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

In the dynamic landscape of manufacturing, the pursuit of impeccable product quality is a cornerstone for sustainable success. One revolutionary approach that is reshaping the contours of quality control is Closed-Loop Manufacturing. The post Advancing Quality Control – Transformative Impact of Closed-Loop Manufacturing appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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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).

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Automation World

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Misa Ilkhechi highlights the transformative advancements in robotic integration over the past five years, particularly in interoperability.

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Design World

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

This Fall, the American Gear Manufacturers Association (AGMA) presented various awards during the 2023 Fall Technical Meeting (FTM) Awards Luncheon in Detroit. Along with the Chairperson’s Award, awards were presented to AGMA technical committee members who have published a document within the last year. Hani Almoghrabi, product manager for MAXXDRIVE Industrial Gear Units at NORD… The post MAXXDRIVE product manager receives AGMA Award for published thermal capacity document appeared first

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Modern Machine Shop

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Edgar was a pain in the neck. Or maybe we should say, it was difficult for some of the teachers at Edgar’s high school to appreciate his distinct learning style. Edgar was disruptive. He had a smart mouth and tried to talk his way out of everything, including his poor grades in core classes. A student operates a drill press at Brandywine High School.

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Automation World

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

During the ESG Summit at Automation Fair 2023, the strategy of combining sustainability and digital transformation was discussed not as a distant strategy for manufacturers, but an impending requirement.

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Design World

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

In this episode of Design World’s Technology Tuesdays Podcast, VP, Editorial Director Paul J. Heney chats about vision systems with Philip Freidin, an Applications Engineer with IDS Imaging Development Systems Inc. They discuss new and interesting applications, how to select the best industrial camera system, and what the future holds for this important technology area.… The post IDS Imaging Development Systems’ Philip Freidin on vision systems appeared first on Design World.

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Gary Mintchell

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Bill Gates produces an occasional interview podcast called Unconfuse Me. I listened to Episode 5 today with AI computer scientist Yejin Choi. Few people are better at explaining the science of artificial intelligence than Yejin Choi. She’s a computer science professor at the University of Washington, senior research director at the Allen Institute for AI, and the recipient of a MacArthur Fellowship.

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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?

E&T

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

The goal of the project is to deliver an unmanned, liquid hydrogen-powered aircraft, designed with a 56-metre wingspan that will be able to fly for over a week due to its lightweight structure. Aircraft manufacturer Britten-Norman will be providing key design and trial support for the project, with Marshall Futureworx providing technology for cooling systems.

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Automation World

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

By delivering accurate and precise control over position, speed and torque, servo drives meet exacting industry requirements while embracing the latest innovations to enable the creation of more advanced systems.

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Design World

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

The Tab-Ex 03 tablet from the Pepperl+Fuchs brand ECOM Instruments is the third generation of Samsung devices in variants for industrial use in harsh environments. The DZ1 version of the Tab-Ex 03 is certified for use in Class I, Division 1. This makes it suitable for use in areas in which an explosive atmosphere can… The post Tab-Ex 03 DZ1 from Pepperl+Fuchs Fit appeared first on Design World.

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Gary Mintchell

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

We are experiencing increasing partnerships as companies strive to provide more comprehensive solutions to customers. This partnership news concerns German sensor company SICK and Swiss measurement and automation technology specialist Endress+Hauser. Both companies are aiming for a strategic partnership for SICK’s process automation business segment and have signed a joint memorandum of understanding.

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SMMT

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

New heavy goods vehicle (HGV) registrations rise by 14.9% to 11,531 units in the third quarter of 2023 as pre-pandemic levels of fleet renewal continue. Strong demand for rigid and articulated trucks, up 13.9% and 16.1% respectively. Zero emission trucks record biggest market share of 2023 – but uptake must be accelerated if the sector’s ambitious 2035 target is to be achieved.

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Automation World

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Using Xaba’s xCognition artificial neural network, Lockheed Martin improved the accuracy and consistency of its commercial robots in airframe manufacturing.

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Design World

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

NORD’s sustainability strategy focuses on five main fields of action: governance and processes, people, environment, products, and supply chain. Since 2021, NORD DRIVESYSTEMS has been diligently addressing sustainability issues with a dedicated cross-departmental team actively supported by shareholders and management alike. Their Corporate Social Responsibility plan combines economic, profit-oriented development, and environmental protection into one… The post NORD DRIVESYSTEMS charts a pa

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Gary Mintchell

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

This is one of those conversations initiated when a PR person notices I cover a topic. The Edge is an important part of the network today. So George Westwater, Senior Director of Software Engineering at Progress Chef, sent some notes. [Note: Progress Chef (formerly Chef) is a configuration management tool written in Ruby and Erlang. It uses a pure-Ruby, domain-specific language (DSL) for writing system configuration “recipes”.

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Robotics Automation News

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

ECARX, a provider of mobility technology, has launched a new series of Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) enabled products, starting with the ECARX Skyland Pro. It will support drivers as the autonomy of their vehicles increases.

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Automation World

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Deprecated technology pose specific cybersecurity risks. That's why it's essential to phase them out of your systems.

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Design World

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Demand for Beckhoff technologies has soared in recent years, with the company’s U.S. revenue growing by 33.4% in 2022 alone. To ensure rapid deliveries, Beckhoff USA completed a major overhaul of our Minneapolis-area warehouse, the main piece being an innovative Automated Storage and Retrieval System (AS/RS) from OPEX Corp. With this and other strategic investments,… The post Beckhoff slashes lead times through strategic warehouse investments appeared first on Design World.

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Canadian Manufacturing

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

The EV Star Hydrant Truck is configured to pump fuel from either in-ground fuel plumbing or underground tanks and has an integrated lift for the fuel line and fueling technician to reach the plane’s wing re-fueling inlet. (PRNewsfoto/GreenPower Motor Company) VANCOUVER — GreenPower Motor Company Inc., announced its financial results for the second quarter and first half of the 2024 fiscal year.

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Plastics Today

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

The weeklong session in Nairobi is at a "pivotal moment” regarding policies and actions to consider, according to a senior attorney from the Center for International Environmental Law.

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Automation World

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Emerson's automation portfolio is positioned to contribute to the entire value chain, offering technologies for process optimization, transport network optimization, custody transfer systems and subsurface modeling for storage capacity and integrity.

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Design World

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

A new member has been added to WAGO’s Compact Controller 100 family. The 750-9401 Controller has a dual-core processor with a mix of 18 digital and analog onboard I/O channels. It also comes with a RS-485 serial port, dual Ethernet ports, a USB-C port for direct configuration connection, and CANopen communication port. The CANopen port… The post WAGO updates Compact Controller 100 appeared first on Design World.

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E&T

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Contracts for Difference (CFD) auctions invite companies to bid to develop renewable energy projects in the UK and give them a guaranteed minimum price for the electricity they will generate. The system also means that if electricity prices in the future rise above that level, the companies pay the excess back to the treasury. The last auction in September attracted no developers, with the industry saying that the government had set the price too low to make new projects worth pursuing.

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Speaker: Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions

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Robotics Automation News

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Plenty of dated practices hinder the growth of the healthcare industry. The inefficient collection of health information, like patient data, diagnosis and even treatment plans, are some of the biggest issues in the healthcare sector.

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Control.com

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Pressures are always rising and falling in fluid systems. Sometimes the changes are extreme and lead to damage. What causes problematic pressure changes, and how can you trace them to their source?

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Design World

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Emerson has announced the release of its new Fisher FIELDVUE DPC2K digital process controller (DPC2K). The DPC2K can be retrofitted to Fisher Wizard pneumatic controllers, and to pneumatic controllers from other manufacturers. The result is greatly improved closed-loop control and reliability, significantly reduced maintenance, improved safety, and superior environmental compliance.

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E&T

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

It has joined the list of countries that have decided to restrict the use of the video-sharing platform, owned by China’s ByteDance , claiming it negatively impacts the country ’ s familiar structures. Nepal made the decision following a cabinet meeting earlier this week. The country had previously expressed concerns about the content shared on the social media platform.

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