Design World
APRIL 30, 2024
It can’t be easy being a plastics manufacturer these days, with a barrage of news reports about plastic particles being found on remote beaches or the seabed itself. But count on Rumford, R.I.-based igus Inc. to turn that story on its head, with some innovative ways that they’re using plastics to help the environment —… The post When plastics take a green turn appeared first on Design World.
Design World
MAY 2, 2024
The European Machinery Directive requires a risk analysis should be performed for every machine before being brought to market. The convergence of IT and OT and the rapid technological development has made it necessary to revise the Machinery Directive. The result is the new Machinery Regulation: It will replace the Machinery Directive as the legal… The post Technology report: Methods for risk assessment appeared first on Design World.
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Automation World
MAY 3, 2024
NIST offers manufacturers an array of cybersecurity information related to Internet of Things technologies—from device selection and implementation guidance to outlines on what capabilities IoT devices should feature.
Gary Mintchell
APRIL 29, 2024
I haven’t had word from ISA for quite some time. And especially the cybersecurity certification program. This news concerns GE Power Conversion’s HPCi Controller achieving cybersecurity Security Level 3 certificates of conformance. Congratulations. The International Society of Automation (ISA) announced that its ISASecure cybersecurity certification program has issued the world’s first Security Level 3 (SL3) certificates of conformance.
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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?
Robotics Business Review
APRIL 30, 2024
WiBotic 1kW System (battery not included). | Credit: WiBotic WiBotic today unveiled a new 1kW wireless charging product for larger-capacity battery systems. The Seattle-based company has made a name for itself in the mobile robotics market by providing contactless charging as an aftermarket alternative to OEM contact-based changing systems. The prior product link included 150-watt, 250-watt, and 300-watt wireless charging options.
Design World
APRIL 29, 2024
Firmly committed to Industry 4.0 and the future of manufacturing, KUKA Robotics will highlight an innovative solution for educating the next generation of workers and its collaboration with three universities on cutting-edge Mixed Reality (MR) demonstrations at Automate 2024, May 6 – 9 at McCormick Place in Chicago. In booth 5679, visitors will see the… The post KUKA Robotics to showcase solutions for education and mixed reality at Automate 2024 appeared first on Design World.
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Gary Mintchell
MAY 3, 2024
This news must be the third “revolutionizing” release of the week. Every marketer rushes to publicize that their product uses AI. It probably has for a few years, but it is the necessary marketing term of 2024. Aionic Digital’s businesses encompass AI in technology consulting and systems integration for data management, systems integrations, customer engagement, and eCommerce.
Robotics Business Review
APRIL 29, 2024
Left: Vivian Chu and Andrea Thomaz, the co-founders of Diligent Robotics; right: Kathleen Brandes and Ros Shinkle, the co-founders of Adagy Robotics. | Sources: Diligent Robotics, Adagy Robotics Almost half of all startups that began in 2021 were formed by women, according to human resources cloud software company Gusto. Within the robotics industry, however, it’s a different story.
Design World
MAY 1, 2024
New digital approaches leveraging cloud simulations and other advanced analytics are helping manufacturers optimize production lines and end products. By Lisa Eitel | Executive editor At the forefront of digital transformation (DX) initiatives is digital manufacturing. Leveraging an integrated computer-based approaches for design, simulation, testing, and production, the use of digital manufacturing could double over… The post Update on digital twins and more for digital manufacturing
Automation World
MAY 3, 2024
Like any software, SCADA systems are not immune to problems. But with the right level of emergency assistance, training and planned system improvements, SCADA issues don’t have to result in serious production issues.
Gary Mintchell
MAY 3, 2024
A merger of these industrial communication protocol organizations is probably overdue, but certainly timely. As the industrial technology marketplace matures further consolidation makes sense. Each organization has achieved many advancements helping engineers and operations professionals do a better job. Most of the development work is done. It’s time to do more evangelizing and convince more companies to invest in the technologies.
Robotics Business Review
APRIL 28, 2024
Forcen says its technology will help robotic manipulation advance as vision has. Source: Forcen Forcen last week said it has closed a funding round of CAD $8.35 million ($6.1 million U.S.). The Toronto-based company plans to use the investment to scale up production to support more customers and to continue developing its force/torque sensing technology and edge intelligence.
Design World
MAY 1, 2024
Emerson has launched the TESCOMTM HV-7000 Series two-stage pressure-reducing regulator, which is designed to maximize fuel efficiency and improve reliability in hydrogen-powered vehicles. Easy to install, HV-7000 Series regulators provide stable pressure delivery, high reliability, and long service life for heavy-duty vehicles powered by fuel cells or hydrogen combustion engines.
Automation World
APRIL 30, 2024
The companies’ partnership will target deployment of robots that feature integrated AI and sensor technologies for use in the manufacturing industries.
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Unlock the full potential of CNC machining with our comprehensive design guide. Learn how to optimize your designs for precision, efficiency, and cost savings. Gain key insights on part complexity, tolerances, materials, finishes, and much more. Whether you’re developing prototypes or production parts, our guide offers practical tips to streamline your process and ensure high-quality results.
Gary Mintchell
MAY 2, 2024
Gary offers observations on the continuing saga of former GE executives running Boeing changing the culture from engineering-driven to Wall Street-driven. Also thoughts on good manufacturing leadership. Some people have nothing to lose in the game. They have no skin in the game. The Milton Friedman school of economics says top executive need to have stock in the company so that they have skin in the game.
Robotics Business Review
APRIL 30, 2024
Elmo demonstrates its technologies in a gantry robot. Source: Elmo Motion Control From industrial automation and healthcare applications to increasingly diverse use cases, robots need precise and reliable motion control. Elmo Motion Control Ltd., a global technology leader, plans to display its latest innovations at events across the Americas including this week’s Robotics Summit & Expo in Boston.
Design World
MAY 1, 2024
AutomationDirect had added more Stego enclosure heaters to their Enclosure Thermal Management lineup. These new 120-240 VAC/VDC enclosure heaters include small, flat versions that distribute heat evenly within compact enclosures and are available with 8W or 10W heating capacities. Also added are compact loop heaters that feature a patented loop body design for increased natural… The post More Stego enclosure heater options from AutomationDirect appeared first on Design World.
E&T
MAY 2, 2024
New research from the IET reveals some worrying insights into the passwords we use for our internet-enabled devices, and some top tips about what we can do to make ourselves more secure.
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.
Gary Mintchell
MAY 2, 2024
Now that ChatGPT has been out for a while, people playing with it have discovered the shortcomings. Today at MIT, Sam Altman acknowledged the shortcomings of GenerativeAI. But that doesn’t stop companies from jumping on the GenAI bandwagon. Yes, they are using it. I’d just suggest doing a test drive or asking a lot of questions to discover just what it can do for you.
Robotics Business Review
MAY 1, 2024
Sponsored by Tormach In 2001, Tormach was founded by “two guys in a garage” who aimed to make small-yet-capable CNC mills affordable, thereby empowering people like themselves who wanted to make things but lacked big corporate budgets to do so. Today, the Madison, Wisc.-based, employee-owned firm has a global customer base for its broad CNC machine and tooling lines.
Design World
MAY 3, 2024
Sustainability and manufacturing need not be mutually exclusive. As detailed in this three-part series, industry is putting unprecedented effort into ESG initiatives. By Lisa Eitel | Executive editor In recent years, businesses with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives have put increased emphasis on sustainability. Especially in manufacturing and automated operations, metrics abound to allow… The post Part 1: The increased viability of sustainability appeared first
Control.com
APRIL 29, 2024
Detecting objects is the first field-level task that must be considered before any feedback-based control can happen. Choosing from among the nearly unlimited proximity sensors can be challenging!
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The Fabricator
MAY 3, 2024
More than 100 Connecticut and Rhode Island students got an up-close look at careers in manufacturing and defense at the recent Maritime Welding Competition and Career Exploration Event in Groton, Conn.
Robotics Business Review
MAY 1, 2024
The interface of the Analytics feature, designed to help optimize robot fleet performance. | Source: Formant Formant Inc. today announced the launch of its Formant Analytics feature. The tool aims to help robotics users optimize fleet performance, make data-informed business decisions, and easily prove their return on investment, or ROI. Formant said it created the feature in response to the growing demand for data-driven insights in robotics.
Design World
MAY 3, 2024
In Part 1 of this series, we learned how sustainability programs are supported by efficient technologies. Here, we learn how industry is working to reduce carbon emissions. By Lisa Eitel | Executive editor Last year saw 50% more increase in global renewable-electricity capacity than years past — reaching approximately 507 gigawatts, according to the International… The post Part 2: The increased viability of sustainability appeared first on Design World.
Control.com
MAY 2, 2024
The latest generation of capacitive sensors from Carlo Gavazzi, the CA12 series, provides various housing options and modes of operation, logic, and diagnostic functions with integrated IO-Link.
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Sit down with Karan Talati, CEO of First Resonance, to explore the significant contributors to waste in the manufacturing industry. Karan delves into two critical areas: material waste and data waste. He discusses how material waste impacts costs and efficiency, and the often-overlooked issue of data waste—where valuable data is not captured, leading to inefficiencies in managing inventory and operations.
Mold Making Technology
MAY 1, 2024
Source | Platinum Tooling Technologies Inc. Platinum Tooling Technologies Inc. , the exclusive importer of Heimatec live tools and angle heads, announces its expansion of internal coolant tools for popular machine tools models. Coolant-thru technology is often the answer for faster, more productive cutting on many applications, especially when drilling deep holes where chips and excess heat buildup.
Robotics Business Review
APRIL 29, 2024
CCTY Bearing will discuss how its technologies can help humanoid robots at the Robotics Summit & Expo. Source: CCTY To help robot developers make humanoid robots that emulate the mobility and flexibility of human limbs, CCTY designs and manufactures bespoke parts tailored to the unique requirements of each project. At the Robotics Summit & Expo this week, the global motion-control supplier will highlight how its state-of-the-art bearings can enable robots to move articulating joints with
Design World
MAY 3, 2024
In Parts 1 and 2 of this series, we learned how certain design approaches and technologies enable sustainable operations and carbon-emissions reductions. Here, we learn how industry is working to reduce other waste and quantify the effects of their efforts. By Lisa Eitel | Executive editor MEET THE EXPERTS Anant Bhat | Director — Industrial… The post Part 3: The increased viability of sustainability appeared first on Design World.
Control.com
MAY 1, 2024
Werma has added a modern touch to old technology with the launch of its new LED signal towers. The latest towers are suitable for use in a wide range of applications that require signal technology.
Speaker: Shalini Dinesh
Effective cross-functional collaboration and communication heavily influence product launch success. Research shows that as many as 70% of product launches fail due to inadequate coordination among stakeholders, including supply chain, product management, legal, marketing, and change control teams (Gartner, 2022). The 2023 Supply Chain Insights Report highlights that 60% of supply chain disruptions are caused by poor communication and misalignment among cross-functional teams.
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