Automation World
JANUARY 30, 2025
Insights from manufacturers that have already transformed their operations with AI indicate a preference for moving AI inference to the edge using vector stores and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) to comply with security standards.
Design World
JANUARY 30, 2025
RealMan Robotics showcased its latest innovations at CES 2025, highlighting advancements in robotics technology. Ultra-Lightweight Humanoid Robotics Arms RealMans ultra-lightweight robotic arms offer high agility, strength, and precision. Designed with lightweight materials and precise motion control, these arms enable natural movements, making them suitable for manufacturing, service industries, and domestic assistance.
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Manufacturer's Monthly
JANUARY 28, 2025
Image: phonlamaiphoto/stock.adobe.com Quantum researchers from CSIRO, Australias national science agency, have demonstrated the potential for quantum computing to significantly improve how we solve complex problems. These problems include large datasets, highlighting the potential of using quantum in areas such as real-time traffic management, agricultural monitoring, healthcare, and energy optimisation.
Manufacturing Management
JANUARY 27, 2025
124 women and non-binary STEM leaders embark on an historic expedition to Antarctica as part of the Homeward Bound initiative to help tackle sustainability issues.
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Manufacturers face increasing pressure to curb energy waste and emissions. Emergent Energy specializes in optimizing industrial steam systems, leveraging Panoramic Power’s real-time energy intelligence to drive efficiency. By analyzing steam system performance, Emergent Energy pinpoints inefficiencies and implements targeted improvements. This article explores how data-driven steam optimization transforms wasted energy into measurable savings, ensuring compliance with sustainability regulations.
SMMT
JANUARY 30, 2025
British commercial vehicle production rises 4.0% to 125,649 units in best year since 2008. Exports drive growth, up 6.6% to 82,097 units as output for UK market dips -0.8%. Sector calls for fast tracked industrial and trade strategies to keep UK manufacturing globally competitive. UK commercial vehicle (CV) production grew by 4.0% in 2024, with 125,649 vans, trucks, taxis, buses and coaches leaving factory lines, according to the latest figures published by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and
MRPEasy
JANUARY 27, 2025
Tennessee-based Horticulture Lighting Group has harnessed the power of MRP software to streamline its operations and drive sustained growth. We managed to implement MRPeasy in under 3 months without many issues, a sharp contrast to big ERPs, says CFO Bruce Heinemann. Empowering indoor plant growers with advanced LED solutions Horticulture Lighting Group is a lighting […] The post Having Lost $500,000 to SAP, Grow Lamp Manufacturer Turns to MRPeasy appeared first on Blog for Manufacturers a
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Canadian Manufacturing
JANUARY 30, 2025
Rock Tech and Schwenk Zement partner on zero-waste strategy. (CNW Group/Rock Tech Lithium Inc.) TORONTO Rock Tech Lithium Inc. has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with SCHWENK Zement GmbH & Co. KG (Schwenk), a German cement manufacturer, to use Lithium production by-products from Rock Tech’s Guben Converter for use in Schwenk’s cement manufacturing.
i4.0 today
JANUARY 30, 2025
Swedish materials innovator Graphmatech and Lithuanian filament manufacturer Filalab UAB unveiled C-PETG, a graphene-enhanced filament they claim is the fastest electrostatic discharge (ESD) polymer solution on the market. Designed to modernize electronics manufacturing , this new filament promises printing speeds of up to 120 millimeters per second (mm/s), shaving hours off production times while offering protection from static electricity.
Manufacturing Tomorrow
JANUARY 31, 2025
Kistler supports the MedTech industry with state-of-the-art process measurement tools for advanced plastic injection-molding, assembly and testing applications
Design World
JANUARY 30, 2025
AMCI’s SMD networked series motor/drive/controllers are PLC-based, setting them apart from other EtherNet/IP steppers. Theyre designed for seamless integration with Allen-Bradley PLCs with simplified configuration, programming, and coordinated motion control. For over 20 years, AMCI has developed stepper motion technologies designed for seamless integration with Allen-Bradley PLCs, complementing existing servo solutions.
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Discover how to accelerate manufacturing agility and build supply chain resilience in our live webinar on February 6, 2025, at 3 PM PST. Explore insights from a former SpaceX leader on scaling hardware production, balancing speed with quality, and leveraging advanced tools like ION Factory OS. Learn from historical examples and modern approaches to innovation while uncovering how AI and real-time data can automate processes, strengthen supply chain operations, and ensure scalability.
Robotics Business Review
JANUARY 31, 2025
UR and MiR consolidated R&D facilities and headquarters in 2024. Source: Universal Robots Economic uncertainty has taken a toll on the robotics industry, including leading vendors. Teradyne Inc.’s robotics group laid off 10% of its global workforce this week. Teradyne owns Universal Robots A/S and Mobile Industrial Robots ApS, leading developers of collaborative robot arms and autonomous mobile robots, respectively.
Gary Mintchell
JANUARY 31, 2025
Ive been watching developments of robotics and peripherals with anticipation. Engineers continually get closer to mechanisms that can make life so much better for handicapped or aged people. Not to mention extensive use cases in manufacturing. This news concerns a company emerging from stealth with a hand exoskeleton with exciting sensory input along with a its operating system (Alan KayPeople who are really serious about software should build their hardware.).
Automation World
JANUARY 31, 2025
Everything manufacturers need to know about software-defined automation.
Design World
JANUARY 29, 2025
RECOM has announced the RACPRO1-4SP series, a new range of four-channel electronic circuit breakers with advanced control and protection features. After introducing the RACPRO1-T DIN-rail power supplies, RECOM is launching the RACPRO1-4SP series, a four-channel electronic fuse in a matching DIN-rail format. The RECOM e-fuses distribute a 24V supply voltage to four separately current limited […] The post RECOM launches RACPRO1-4SP series four-channel circuit breakers appeared first on Desig
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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).
Manufacturer's Monthly
JANUARY 28, 2025
Image: UNSW Engineers at UNSW have broken the world record for a specific type of solar cell that has been touted as a potential long-term improvement in photovoltaic (PV) technology. PV researchers around the world are working to find the best material to combine with traditional silicon cells to form a tandem solar cell, which can boost efficiency compared to single junction solar cell.
E&T
JANUARY 29, 2025
A controversial plan to build a third runway at Londons Heathrow Airport has finally been given the go ahead after an intervention from Chancellor Rachel Reeves.
Automation World
JANUARY 29, 2025
Initial work will focus on flight surface actuation systems, which can involve a variety of actuator types to control aircraft components ranging from rudders and flaps to landing gear and thrust reversers.
Design World
JANUARY 26, 2025
AutomationDirect has added Dold VARIMETER series voltage and phase monitoring relays to safeguard electrical equipment and prevent costly downtime by evaluating voltage levels and phase sequences. These relays provide early detection and response to abnormalities such as undervoltage, overvoltage, phase loss, phase reversal, and phase imbalance. The VARIMETER series monitoring relays feature wide voltage measuring… The post AutomationDirect adds Dold VARIMETER relays for equipment protecti
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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?
Manufacturer's Monthly
JANUARY 29, 2025
Image: Bruce.stock.adobe.com The Federal and Western Australian Governments are investing $14.6 million to deliver training facilities to give Australians the skills needed to build and maintain critical Australian defence capabilities, through the WA Defence TAFE Centre of Excellence. This is a milestone in the WA defence industry that has the potential to deliver tens of billions of dollars in new defence capabilities and thousands of well-paid, highskilled jobs over the next two decades.
E&T
JANUARY 29, 2025
Colorado-based Boom Supersonic successfully achieved its supersonic mission when its XB-1 demonstrator reached Mach 1.122 during its latest test flight.
Automation World
JANUARY 28, 2025
Profinet, with the support of Weidmuller and other networking technology suppliers, have moved to standardize a harmonized SPE connector system that can be used universally with all industrial protocol communication systems.
Design World
JANUARY 30, 2025
AutomationDirect has added additional Zener barriers from STAHL to isolate various control signal types from hazardous environments. For automated systems installed in potentially explosive atmospheres (ex., oil and gas production), extra precautions must be taken to ensure the electrical circuits do not become ignition sources. Properly grounded Zener barriers isolate the electrical signal from the… The post AutomationDirect expands Zener Barrier offerings for hazardous areas appeared fir
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Energy inefficiencies are silent thieves eroding manufacturing profits and sustainability efforts. From overworked pumps to leaky compressed air systems, these hidden drains often go unnoticed without advanced energy monitoring. Panoramic Power empowers manufacturers with granular, device level energy visibility, and real-time insights to identify and eliminate inefficiencies, transforming waste into savings.
Industry Week
JANUARY 30, 2025
Senior Technology Editor Dennis Scimeca discovered technologies that ran from the practical, to the impressive and the just plain weird.
E&T
JANUARY 28, 2025
The emergence of DeepSeeks breakthrough ChatGPT-like AI model has rocked Wall Street, causing shares in Nvidia to tumble.
Automation World
JANUARY 27, 2025
From AI, robots and sustainability to preventative maintenance, inventory and workforce training, find out what industry experts from the Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing Institute, Cognizant, Fluke Reliability, Glassdome, Honeywell and Snowflake think will be the biggest automation tech factors in 2025.
Design World
JANUARY 30, 2025
No matter what kind of products a manufacturing line produces, an effective conveyor belt system is key to ensuring safe and well-organized material handling that maintains the operations rhythm. Most conveyor systems achieve this with a combination of both standard and pallet conveyors at various stages of the line. Knowing how and where to use… The post Stacking up standard and pallet conveyors appeared first on Design World.
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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?
The Fabricator
JANUARY 27, 2025
Bulldog Steel Fabrication, Madison, Ga., has unveiled a redesigned website.
Robotics Business Review
JANUARY 26, 2025
Piab said its PMG series is suitable for applications requiring reliable and efficient magnetic gripping systems. | Source: Piab Piab last week added magnetic grippers to its portfolio of systems tailored to industrial requirements. It said these latest product offerings will help it better address specific market demands, fill gaps in its product range, and enhance its competitive position in automation.
Automation World
JANUARY 27, 2025
Filtering the hype and promise of AI against a deeper understanding of AI-readiness and operational maturity is critical.
Design World
JANUARY 30, 2025
Pepperl+Fuchs and ThinManager, a Rockwell Automation technology, have partnered to provide operators and technicians a more streamlined and secured process withThinManager software. Originally launched by Rockwell Automation more than 25 years ago, the ThinManager device management and content delivery platform is used by plant operators and maintenance specialists in manufacturing and process industries to centralize… The post New partnership enhances operator experience with device manag
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