Automation World

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Apptronik and NASA ready Apollo, a humanoid mobile robot that can manipulate the environment.

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Design World

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Software with the fastest execution time isn’t necessarily the greenest. Leland Teschler • Executive Editor There once was an assumption among computer programmers that a faster program is also an energy efficient program. The idea transmuted over to software programming languages—surely a faster language was a greener one, the logic went. That all changed in… The post The top ten “green” programming languages appeared first on Design World.

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Gary Mintchell

OCTOBER 31, 2022

The control and automation market I’ve been in since the late 90s has definitely become a software market. Yes, the main players that remain do still have their legacy controllers, instrumentation, sensors, and networking. The excitement that remains is mainly software and services. Domain expertise within the supplier community becomes increasingly important.

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Robotics Automation News

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Digital transformation is something that all businesses need to go through. Essentially, this involves integrating digital technologies into the business operation to change the way in which the company operates. Although this can be challenging and disruptive, you will find that there are many benefits to doing this, and it could help to boost the […].

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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 1, 2022

In this episode, we connect with Michael Martinez of Schneider Electric to better understand the connections between the use of open industrial automation software and sustainability.

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Design World

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Teschler on Topic Leland Teschler • Executive Editor lteschler@wtwhmedia.com On Twitter @ DW_LeeTeschler Back in the 1980s, I wrote an article about hard drives as the PC revolution brought them into the hostile environment of factories. They weren’t faring well. Most hard drives of the time were designed to sit in pristine mainframe computer rooms.… The post When music crashes a laptop hard drive appeared first on Design World.

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The Guardian Manufacturing

OCTOBER 29, 2022

Many new products now need multiple safety test facilities for home and abroad, say entrepreneurs British inventions are being brought to market overseas because new Brexit safety certification rules mean they can’t be sold in the UK. Trade bodies and entrepreneurs have blamed the government’s decision to stop accepting the European Union’s CE mark and instead create a new UK Conformity Assessed (UKCA) mark showing that a product is safe.

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Automation World

OCTOBER 31, 2022

Harnessing technology to go paperless and digitalize tasks unlocks human efficiency by synchronizing processes, machinery, and people to strike the perfect smart factory balance.

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Design World

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Bosch Rexroth has expanded its portfolio of linear robots for various applications in factory automation by adding new axis combinations and sizes. The much wider range of working areas and loads makes the Cartesian subsystems also suitable for applications like battery handling or intralogistics. The linear robots can be selected and sized quickly and easily […].

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SMMT

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

October new car registrations rise 26.4% in third month of growth, with hybrid and battery electric vehicles driving uplift. Despite bumper month, market on course for weakest year since 1982 but recovery expected to continue in 2023. Plug-ins account for 21.5% of new registrations but infrastructure rollout risks hampering government zero emission ambition.

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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?

Robotics Automation News

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Capterra research finds that three-quarters of restaurants are now using automation As labor shortages and rising costs continue to cut into profit margins, restaurants are looking for ways to improve their business model – and automation is increasingly looking like a viable solution. From conversational AI drive-thrus to full-service fry cook robots, the possibilities are […].

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Automation World

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

High-end machine performance is often delivered via a controller that also communicates with other machines in real-time & provides live production data for use by higher level systems to support OEE frameworks.

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Design World

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

Strenuous movements that include heavy lifting, pushing, or straining account for most non-fatal workplace injuries across the United States. In fact, 84% of injuries resulting in time away from work are caused by overexertion, reactions (such as slips or falls), or hazardous contact with objects and equipment. What’s more: employees 45 to 55 are most… The post How to choose a safe and effective counterbalancing system appeared first on Design World.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

OCTOBER 30, 2022

Propellers for Australia’s elite submarine-hunting warships are a step closer to being made in Australia, delivering a critical local capability for future naval shipbuilding programs. BAE Systems Australia has awarded WA-based company VEEM a $1.76 million contract to manufacture two prototype propeller blades and a propeller hub for their Hunter class frigates under the guidance of OEM Kongsberg Maritime.

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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?

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Plastics News

OCTOBER 31, 2022

K 2022 put a spotlight on plastics materials, with top themes including circularity and climate protection.

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Automation World

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

ExxonMobil, Intel, and Wood PLC share their experiences with UniversalAutomation.org’s shared source runtime execution engine for interoperable, plug-and-produce automation.

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Design World

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

With the OPEXplus digital torque wrench, Bosch Rexroth has added an economical new product to its existing range of tightening solutions. The OPEXplus digital torque wrench can measure both the torque and the angle of rotation. It covers a range of torques from 3 to 800 Nm, and it transfers the tightening results to any… The post Digital torque wrench measures both torque and angle of rotation appeared first on Design World.

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Canadian Manufacturing

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

GreenPower’s Nano BEAST Type A all-electric ADA compliant school bus. SOUTH CHARLESTON — GreenPower Motor Company Inc. has announced the deployment of the first purpose-built Type A, all-electric, zero-emission, ADA-compliant school bus in Clay County. The company says this marks its first deployment of the Type A in the United States. GreenPower also says the Nano BEAST will make its first school run on Friday, Nov. 4, 2022. “Clay County Schools is excited to be the first school district

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Plastics News

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

New York-based injection molder and additive manufacturer Harbec Inc. has been acquired by Addman Engineering. Part of the attraction is Harbec's expertise in carbon-neutral manufacturing.

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Automation World

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Schneider Electric’s Michael Martinez explains how open automation systems—like those supported by UniversalAutomation.org—enable and support sustainability, not just for production operations, but for the automation systems themselves.

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Design World

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

With the integration of OPC UA Reverse Connect into its dataFEED OPC Suite Extended V5.22, Softing enables secure communication between OPC UA components in OT and IT that are separated by firewalls or DMZs. dataFEED OPC Suite Extended is an all-in-one solution for OPC communication and cloud connectivity, providing access to controllers and IoT devices… The post dataFEED OPC Suite Extended offers additional security for data integration with OPC UA Reverse Connect appeared first on Design

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Gary Mintchell

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

Festo engineers continually amaze me with innovations I would never have expected. I first heard of it as a pneumatics company. What new and interesting could come out of that milieu? Then came a visit to the German headquarters followed with many other meetings. Turns out many interesting things. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not the new discovery marketers would have us believe.

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Plastics News

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Gissing North America abruptly shut down operations in late October. Most employees received only a one-day notice.

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Automation World

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

Exhibits by Beckhoff, Schneider Electric, Stratus Technologies, and Festo highlight growing trends around automation use in the CPG industries.

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Design World

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

The Power Transmission Distributors Association (PTDA) has named Michael Cinquemani the 31st recipient of its Warren Pike Award for lifetime achievement in the power transmission/motion control (PT/MC) industry. He received the accolade during the PTDA 2022 Industry Summit on October 28 in Nashville. Established in 1984, the Warren Pike Award honors individuals who have demonstrated… The post Michael Cinquemani of Master Power Transmission honored with PTDA Warren Pike Award appeared first

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Gary Mintchell

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Robotic innovation continues apace emphasizing ease-of-use and reduced pricing. I had thought that the technology had matured for industrial applications. A conversation with Epson product people recently revealed some new tricks that remain to innovate within the SCARA robotic technology. How about adapting a 6-axis robot for mounting in an autonomous mobile robot (AMR)?

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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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Plastics News

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Sealed Air, best known for its Bubble Wrap brand, says the deal will boost its Cryovac brand of business.

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Automation World

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

With high employee turnover on the factory floor, manufacturers are asking OEMs to design easy-to-use equipment and provide ongoing training.

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Design World

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Custom or standard, Smalley takes great pride in its unparalleled dedication to delivering quality wave spring solutions for a variety of industries. Both wave springs and traditional coil springs fall under the category of compression springs. While the primary function of a compression spring is to provide axial load, wave springs have a few key differences and advantages when compared to coil springs.

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Gary Mintchell

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Salesforce supports digital service concepts. SICK contributes sensor data integration and sensor apps. Partner world ctrlX World now includes over 60 third-party providers . Ecosystems and partnerships are the current rage. The idea has been building for several years. I’ve seen them with software platforms and also with some hardware. Success with the execution has been spotty.

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