This site uses cookies to improve your experience. To help us insure we adhere to various privacy regulations, please select your country/region of residence. If you do not select a country, we will assume you are from the United States. Select your Cookie Settings or view our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Cookie Settings
Cookies and similar technologies are used on this website for proper function of the website, for tracking performance analytics and for marketing purposes. We and some of our third-party providers may use cookie data for various purposes. Please review the cookie settings below and choose your preference.
Used for the proper function of the website
Used for monitoring website traffic and interactions
Cookie Settings
Cookies and similar technologies are used on this website for proper function of the website, for tracking performance analytics and for marketing purposes. We and some of our third-party providers may use cookie data for various purposes. Please review the cookie settings below and choose your preference.
Strictly Necessary: Used for the proper function of the website
Performance/Analytics: Used for monitoring website traffic and interactions
RoboBusiness, produced by The Robot Report , kicks off today at the Santa Clara Convention Center. The two-day event will bring together more than 60 speakers , over 100 exhibitors and demos on the expo floor , 10+ hours of dedicated networking time, the Pitchfire Robotics Startup Competition , a Women in Robotics Luncheon, and more. The show will focus on the technical challenges of building commercial robots and the business challenges of running a robotics company.
Phoenix Contact has released some new products to its portfolio that can offer substantial benefits to integrators: the PT2,5-4L terminal blocks, a few IO-Link I/O boxes, and the new NearFi couplers.
Personal productivity writer Oliver Burkeman asks of us—you’re merely the kind of person who spends your life drawing up plans for how you’re going to become a different kind of person later on. This will sometimes garner you the admiration of others, since it can look from the outside like you’re busily making improvements. But it isn’t the same at all.
AI will revolutionize industrial processes. Most companies agree on this, yet a large number are still reluctant to actually adopt AI technologies. This is where the AI conference presented by Hannover Messe on January 22nd in Frankfurt comes in. The event shows how companies can put AI technologies successfully to use and significantly boost their… The post Hannover Messe presenting AI conference appeared first on Design World.
Speaker: Karan Talati: CEO and Co-Founder of First Resonance
The rules of manufacturing are shifting—are you ready? Tariffs, automation, and supply chain disruptions are forcing manufacturers to adapt fast or fall behind. Join Karan Talati, CEO of First Resonance and former SpaceX Manufacturing Engineer, in this on-demand webinar to learn how leading manufacturers are: Navigating tariffs with data-driven supply chain strategies Leveraging automation and AI to eliminate bottlenecks Building resilience with predictive supplier management Adapting flexible s
Image: wacomka/stock.adobe.com A study led by researchers from RMIT University and the Doherty Institute has provided the first detailed analysis of how mRNA vaccines circulate and break down in the human bloodstream. The research aimed to help improve the safety and effectiveness of these vaccines, including reducing the side effects that people commonly experience such as headaches, fever and fatigue.
Generative AI applications are driving the demand for high-performance networking with AI/ML clusters in cloud provider environments. Cisco is introducing new 800G innovations to address these demands and improve outcomes.
Gain expert insights on Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and learn how to access it with Cisco Services as Code. Check out this co-authored blog to learn more.
Signup to get articles personalized to your interests!
Manufacturing Technology Today brings together the best content for manufacturing technology professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Gain expert insights on Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and learn how to access it with Cisco Services as Code. Check out this co-authored blog to learn more.
Google has announced a deal to buy nuclear energy generated by small modular reactors (SMRs) in a bid to power its increasing reliance on energy-hungry AI.
Do you need your products ready as soon as possible or just in time for the promised delivery date? Forward and backward scheduling are key concepts in production planning that allow production to be set up according to this fundamental question. Forward vs. backward scheduling explained Forward and backward scheduling are production planning methods that […] The post Forward Scheduling vs Backward Scheduling in Production Planning appeared first on Blog for Manufacturers and Distributors.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the logistics industry, enabling companies to streamline operations, improve efficiency, and enhance customer satisfaction. With the integration of AI technologies, logistics companies are finding innovative ways to manage complex supply chain challenges and adapt to changing market demands. Companies like Truxx.
From what’s hot to what’s not, a panel of system integrators at Inductive Automation’s Ignition Community Conference share their insights on key manufacturing technologies.
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.
Fastener Training Institute (FTI) will host its final Fastener Training Week of 2024 in Cleveland, OH, November 18-22. This five-day advanced fastener training program will be held at Industrial Fasteners Institute and is presented by Birmingham Fastener. FTI offers three Fastener Training Weeks each year. Graduates are eligible for Certified Fastener Specialist™ (CFS) designation upon… The post Cleveland is calling: Fastener Training Week is November 18-22 appeared first on Design World.
Moira Gunn of TechNation podcast just interviewed Gary Shapiro, longtime head of the Consumer Technology Association managers of the CES in January. He talked about the company pivots he had experienced. I have followed Digi International for many years. I won’t say that it pivots often, but it does manage to move to newer use cases and technologies while staying true to its connectivity origins.
Speedy product changeover is crucial for multi-product manufacturing facilities to rapidly turn around equipment for the next product cycle. Here’s how to address rapid changeover challenges with recipe management.
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).
Temperature, barometric pressure, humidity, wind speed and direction, and possible rainfall (or snowfall) in specific areas are common indicators of current and future weather conditions. However, to identify and react to extreme weather conditions, other sensor inputs, such as the pressure drop, air quality, particulate matter (including dust), and more (storm surge), are frequently required. […] The post What sensors indicate the weather: part 1 appeared first on Design World.
From left to right: Jennifer Apicella, executive director of the PRN; Gayle Manchin, federal co-chair of ARC; and Rich Fitzgerald, executive director of the Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission. Source: Pittsburgh Robotics Network Many workers in southwestern Pennsylvania were left with few career prospects when economic and environmental concerns shifted coal mining to other regions.
Seth Godin writes, Don’t Buy Cheap Chocolate. We are all in the business of making manufacturing and production processes run more smoothly, efficiently, effectively, safely. Our decisions determine these outcomes. Sometimes we do not think beyond these systems. Perhaps our products are not healthy for our customers. Perhaps beyond that, the feedstocks and raw materials may not be sustainable or may cause harm to the providers.
In this episode we’ll be looking at a recent report from A3 that indicates a significant drop in robot orders in the first half of 2024 and what that may mean for manufacturers considering near-term robot purchases and implementations.
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?
Traco Power released its new TXO 300 series of compact ac/dc power supplies. This is the 300-W power level of the TXO family (including 45, 60, and 120-W power supplies) that will eventually go to 500 W and be the most cost-efficient open-frame ac/dc product Traco Power offers. The TXO line specifically focuses on providing… The post Traco releases new compact, cost-effective TXO 300 power supply appeared first on Design World.
In a recent Frost & Sullivan Growth Council webinar, industry experts explored the transformational impact of upcycling ingredients in the global food and beverage industry. Upcycling — a sustainable initiative that involves converting food waste and byproducts into high-value ingredients — allows companies to not just build sustainable supply chains but also explore lucrative growth opportunities.
Fabtech proceeds as scheduled this week in Orlando. I will not be there, but people have sent news. This news comes from my old friends at Universal Robots with new welding solutions for their cobots. “UR cobots started out predominantly in air-cooled MIG welding solutions placed on carts,” says Will Healy III, global industry leader of welding at Universal Robots.
With its recent Cognite partnership and new Leafcutter tech, Radix focuses on accelerating the use of AI to contextualize data management and integrate with real-time process historians for improved asset performance across industries.
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.
Afag’s feeding and handling solutions are now part of Emerson’s Aventic’s automation portfolio. Starting October 15, 2024, all content on Afag.com, including product documentation, data, and certificates, will be migrated to Emerson.com under the Aventics brand. The Aventics brand is globally recognized for its innovation and proven performance.
China’s electric vehicle (EV) industry is redefining the global automotive landscape, with Chinese car brands now dominating the international stage. In 2023, China’s passenger vehicle exports surged, doubling in volume. By 2030, projections suggest that over 25 million Chinese electric cars will be sold annually, marking a monumental growth trajectory.
The automation side of Yokogawa has not contacted me for years. I’ve lost all my contacts there. Recently some news has come my way. This news incorporates a lot of things currently receiving media attention—data integration and visualization solution that incorporates robotic process automation (RPA). Yokogawa Electric Corp. has announced the global release in all markets other than Japan of OpreX Intelligent Manufacturing Hub.
By integrating the new generative AI-powered assistant into Siemens Totally Integrated Automation Portal, Schaeffler engineers can generate code for its controllers and enable maintenance teams to more quickly identify errors and generate step-by-step corrections.
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.
To empower the world’s leading digital manufacturing companies with breakthrough automation technologies, Beckhoff is adding two powerful functions and two technology packages to TwinCAT 3 CNC (TF5200) software. For demanding electrical discharge machining (EDM) and additive manufacturing applications, these latest features include online adaptation and extended interpolation, plus a technology package for additive processes and… The post New TwinCAT 3 CNC features enhance EDM, additive ma
From left to right: Joyce Sidopoulos, co-founder at MassRobotics, Cynthia Breazeal, a professor of media arts and sciences at MIT, and Ingmar Posner, a professor of engineering science at Oxford. | Source: MassRobotics MassRobotics, a robotics innovation organization, recently announced Dr. Cynthia Breazeal as the 2024 recipient of its Robotics Medal.
Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar, the UAE’s clean energy powerhouse, has signed an agreement with Presight, the region’s leading big data analytics company powered by generative artificial intelligence (AI), to develop an asset management tool for its renewable energy projects around the globe. Masdar’s renewable projects generate billions of data points every day from the equipment they use, such as solar panels, inverters and wind turbines.
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?
We organize all of the trending information in your field so you don't have to. Join 45,000+ users and stay up to date on the latest articles your peers are reading.
You know about us, now we want to get to know you!
Let's personalize your content
Let's get even more personalized
We recognize your account from another site in our network, please click 'Send Email' below to continue with verifying your account and setting a password.
114 
Let's personalize your content