Perfecting the job shop schedule in metal manufacturing
The Fabricator
APRIL 17, 2023
A job shop’s production schedule is never perfect, but that doesn’t mean metal fabricators can’t improved upon it.
The Fabricator
APRIL 17, 2023
A job shop’s production schedule is never perfect, but that doesn’t mean metal fabricators can’t improved upon it.
Cisco Smart Manufacturing
APRIL 20, 2023
We are introducing new additions to the open source projects led by the Cisco Engineering team that are contributing more security features and functionality for Kubernetes and cloud native… Read more on Cisco Blogs
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AU Manufacturing
APRIL 17, 2023
Significant work will be undertaken to improve the Charles Street bridge in Launceston, paving the way for increased freight productivity for critical state industries such as agriculture and manufacturing. The Freight Capacity Upgrade Program received an $80 million investment from the Australian Government, with the Tasmanian Government set to contribute $20 million.
Design World
APRIL 17, 2023
A low-cost robot operated via a VR headset. Spare parts identified and ordered in seconds using AI on a smartphone. A mobile app that immediately identifies potential applications for lubrication-free parts on an excavator. igus launches a selection of digital tools in 2023, as well as products and services which are easy to use and… The post igus drives engineering forward with 190 physical and digital new products appeared first on Design World.
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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
APRIL 15, 2023
Integrators offer their insights into the device and connectivity issues that require assessment to choose the right sensors for their clients’ Internet of Things deployments.
Robotics Automation News
APRIL 16, 2023
Boring, strenuous, and exhausting are things of the past. The work environment of tomorrow looks different: exciting, simple, and easy. Cobots, AGVs (Autonomous Guided Vehicles), and AMRs (Autonomous Mobile Robots) put variety into daily work routines. Cooperation with the robot transforms previously tedious, strenuous tasks into popular activities that are easy to perform.
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Design World
APRIL 18, 2023
LEMO is thrilled to announce the expansion of its field-proven S Series push-pull connectors with the new 1S.275 Series for 12G-SDI (Serial Digital Interface) 4K Ultra High-Definition transmission. The new robust push-pull connectors are compliant with the SMPTE ST 2082-1 standard for signal/data transmission and enable a transmission rate of 12 Gbit/s meeting the 12G-SDI… The post New ultra HD push-pull connectors provide eight times bandwidth of standard HD-SDI appeared first on Design W
Automation World
APRIL 18, 2023
When viewed in the context of three critical technology groups, Smart Manufacturing projects can overcome typical miscommunications that can sabotage progress.
Robotics Business Review
APRIL 19, 2023
The RBR50 celebrates worldwide robotics innovation and the forward-thinking organizations behind them. The post Meet the RBR50 Robotics Innovation Awards Winners appeared first on Robotics Business Review.
SMMT
APRIL 17, 2023
UK’s world-leading ambition to phase out new, non-zero emission trucks from 2035 demands equally bold strategy for success. All-electric and hydrogen truck fleet would cut UK’s annual CO2 emissions by 21.1m tonnes – but plan urgently needed for infrastructure, incentives and investment. SMMT calls for government HGV infrastructure strategy to address absence of public HGV-dedicated charging and hydrogen filling points on Britain’s roads to unlock operator investment.
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?
Design World
APRIL 17, 2023
COVAL offers manufacturers a range of vacuum grippers suitable for handling parts of various sizes, weights, and materials. This gripper range has been extended with the latest CMS HD series multistage vacuum pumps, developed by COVAL. With this enhancement, the new generation of grippers meets the demands of Industry 4.0 with greater robustness, communication, and… The post New improved vacuum grippers from COVAL with communications interface appeared first on Design World.
Automation World
APRIL 20, 2023
Additive manufacturing, artificial intelligence and collaborative robots are changing every aspect of the manufacturing industries—from product design and production to supply chain strategies.
Plastics News
APRIL 20, 2023
Antec attracted 500 attendees to Denver from March 27-30. That's about double the amount that attended last year's event in Charlotte, N.C.
Gary Mintchell
APRIL 21, 2023
This is from last week’s newsletter. You can subscribe by clicking on the envelope icon or here. The media are going all things AI crazy. I see it on LinkedIn, Twitter, rss newsfeed. Then I see some manufacturing specific references discussing autonomous plants. On a recent podcast episode, Seth Godin just spoke about the two ends of a spectrum of everything on our online or human touch.
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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?
Design World
APRIL 17, 2023
The PTDA Foundation is seeking nominations for its Wendy B. McDonald Woman of the Year Award and Robert (Bob) K. Callahan Advancing Leaders Award. The Wendy B. McDonald Woman of the Year Award recognizes a woman who, regardless of where she is in her career, brought change as an integral contributor to the success of… The post PTDA Foundation now accepting nominations for 2023 leadership awards appeared first on Design World.
The Fabricator
APRIL 18, 2023
Historically, for robotic press brake bending to make economic sense, a job needed to be of a certain volume in a metal fabrication shop. That, however, is starting to change across the industry.
Plastics News
APRIL 19, 2023
Bennington, Vt.-based Beyond Plastics, a nonprofit group that aims to end plastic pollution, is pushing against using federal funds to replace lead water pipe with PVC.
Gary Mintchell
APRIL 20, 2023
An invitation came my way to talk with Alwyn Joseph, Chief Revenue Officer for FPT-USA. OK, I said, just what is that company? In brief, FPT is an information technology and services company based in Vietnam. This from a recent press release: FPT Software is a global technology and IT services provider headquartered in Vietnam, with more than $632.5 million in revenue and 25,500 employees in 28 countries.
Design World
APRIL 21, 2023
Energy and data cables hanging from jib cranes often pose a great risk. Careless movement of loads, forklifts, or other slewing crane systems in the immediate vicinity can cause them to become entangled and torn off. igus has therefore developed the guidelok swing, the only energy supply system of its kind in the world. It […] The post igus energy supply, the only one of its kind in the world, makes jib cranes safer appeared first on Design World.
E&T
APRIL 17, 2023
The team from Marine Biopolymers and The University of Glasgow’s School of Chemistry received funding from the Industrial Biotechnology Innovation Centre (IBioIC) to explore the use of tailored alginates – a naturally occurring material found in brown seaweed – to help develop batteries using silicon as an alternative to graphite. Graphite or carbon electrodes are a core component of standard lithium-ion batteries, but can only store a limited amount of charge and have a restricted lifespan.
Plastics News
APRIL 17, 2023
Bioplastics material and products maker NantBioPlastics is investing in an expansion to meet compostable single-use products demand. Teknor Apex acquired PVC recycler Nu-Pro Polymers and Mocom Compounds adds a new extrusion line in South Carolina.
Gary Mintchell
APRIL 18, 2023
US manufacturers have been moving the actual making of products out of the country for many years. This, of course, is a concern for this country. We’ve seen Germany and Italy and China aggressively move to strengthen manufacturing in their countries. Only recently has there been a concerted effort to bolster manufacturing here. I’m an internationalist on the one hand, but each country owes it to itself to have solid manufacturing.
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Design World
APRIL 21, 2023
The Space Enterprise Berkeley (SEB) team successfully launched their first-ever liquid-fueled rocket, Eureka-1, which reached 11,024 ft in December last year. The collegiate team partnered with Protolabs to create parts for Eureka-1’s plenum and complex parachute system using selective laser sintering (SLS). “3D printing made sense for creating a part that could combine functionalities.
E&T
APRIL 18, 2023
The UK's largest e ncrypted messaging services have publicly opposed the government's Online Safety Bill ahead of its final reading in the House of Lords. The companies' leading executives have signed an open letter asking the UK government to “urgently rethink” sections of the legislation. They warned that in its current version, the Online Safety Bill fails to protect end-to-end encryption and respect the human right to privacy.
Plastics News
APRIL 18, 2023
Polypropylene prices may be headed for a big drop in April, just a month after North American buyers saw an 8 cent per pound increase.
Gary Mintchell
APRIL 17, 2023
It has been many years since I did any servo drive sizing, but I must say I’m still haunted by the work. This news coming just before Hannover maintains my confidence in Festo’s technical chops. Electric Motion Sizing Slashing the engineering time required for identifying and specifying harmonized electric motion systems Multi-axis handling systems can be specified Simply input key parameters, such as mass, stroke/travel distance, and cycle time ( see video ).
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.
Design World
APRIL 21, 2023
Koford Engineering has introduced a new family of motors with rpm up to 12,728, 91% peak efficiency, and up to 1,239 watts continuous with no heat sinking or fan cooling required. The motor is 3.5-in. diameter x 2.950 long with a.5-in. shaft and weighs 3 lb, 13 oz (89 mm x 75 mm x… The post High efficiency and power density found in new family of brushless motors appeared first on Design World.
Plastics Today
APRIL 19, 2023
As Earth Day approaches, we applaud entrepreneurs and creators repurposing ocean plastics and recycled materials.
Plastics News
APRIL 17, 2023
One of its guiding principles prioritizes health; Colortech offers on-site group fitness classes and coordinates local charity races.
Robotics Automation News
APRIL 16, 2023
Are you still experimenting with new tactics to expand your business? And you would be missing out on a lot if you didn’t strive to expand your market through online means. The internet serves as a powerful and effective tool that businesses use in a variety of ways to grow and succeed.
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