Automation World

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Automation is revolutionizing the way products are manufactured from traditional assembly lines to highly interconnected, data-driven factories.

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E&T

DECEMBER 23, 2024

As the year draws to a close, we at E+T magazine have been looking back at some of the most important trends in engineering and technology over the past year.

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DO Supply

DECEMBER 27, 2024

Overview: SMC Plus Controllers Allen-Bradley SMC Plus (Bulletin 150) controllers are compact, solid-state motor controllers designed to provide microprocessor-controlled starting or stopping of low-voltage, squirrel-cage AC induction motors with 3-phase power supply in the range of 200 to 600V AC. They are primarily intended to control induction motors rated from 0.33 to 1000 HP (Horsepower), but they can also operate resistive loads like space heaters and incandescent lights.

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Design World

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Kollmorgen has announced the launch of the P80360 stepper drive, the latest addition to its P8000 series. This new drive brings advanced functionality to the series, including closed-loop position control and full programmability, combining the precision of servo systems with the reliability and simplicity of stepper technology. Key features of the P80360 stepper drive include:… The post Kollmorgen expands P8000 series with P80360 stepper drive 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).

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Gary Mintchell

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Two topics dominated my inbox this year. AI, of course, was one. Everything cybersecurity was the other. Mostly the various cybersecurity suppliers released a variety of reports and surveys. This report comes from Dragosthe OT Cyber Threat Intelligence Report. Ill be highlighting a few important notes from the blog post by Abdulrahman H. Alamri. The third quarter (July September) of 2024 brought transformative shifts to the ransomware landscape, emphasizing its dynamic and continuously evolving

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Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

DECEMBER 23, 2024

The global machine manufacturing ecosystem is undergoing a seismic shift, fueled by cutting-edge advancements and a relentless drive for innovation. In an era where adaptability and efficiency are paramount, industries are embracing smart manufacturing technologies to build more resilient, agile, and sustainable operations. Powered by AI, robotics, digital twin technology, and additive manufacturing, the machine industry has evolved into a diverse ecosystem of interconnected players, including m

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Manufacturing Tomorrow

DECEMBER 27, 2024

WEARE. [9] December 2024 - Northland Tool and Electronics (NTE), one of the original premier spindle repair facilities in the United States, is excited to announce the asset acquisition of RMR Spindle Repair, Inc. (RMR), Belgium WI.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Professor Neeraj Sharma is a co-developer on a groundbreaking sustainable battery component at UNSW science. Image: UNSW Sydney Manufacturers Monthly sat down with Professor Neeraj Sharma from UNSW Science to discuss research into a sustainable lithium-ion battery component that utilises food-based acids. Despite lithium-ion batteries having applications across most household battery energy storage, vehicles and electronics, the current technology has limitations due to its graphite anodes.

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Modern Machine Shop

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Source: Monaghan Tooling Group Monaghan Tooling Group ’s Vergnano solid carbide and HSS hobs are engineered to meet demanding requirements of cylindrical gear manufacturing and more. They are also well suited for producing roller chain sprockets, timing pulleys, splines, serrations, power take offs, worm gears and other specialized profiles. Designed and manufactured to customer specifications, Vergnano hobs include a variety of configurations such as bore-type, shank-type, tandem, double-

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Automation World

DECEMBER 27, 2024

How to understand how local and remote I/O modules can work for you.

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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 Business Review

DECEMBER 26, 2024

The PUDU D9 humanoid robot includes he DH11 advanced manipulators. Source: Pudu Robotics Pudu Technology Inc. last week unveiled its first full-sized bipedal humanoid robot, the PUDU D9. The Shenzhen, China-based company said it is aiming for “commercially viable embodied intelligence” with the PUDU D9, which will soon be available for pre-sale through its official website. “Customer centricity has always been at the core of PUDU’s values.

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Design World

DECEMBER 23, 2024

In this article, Almir Jakupovic, sales director at norelem, discusses how modular clamping systems provide engineers with an adaptable, efficient, and sustainable solution to meet the demands of high-precision industries. Precision metrology is essential in modern production, ensuring product quality, safety, and operating efficiency. In high-precision sectors such as automotive, aerospace, and electronics, engineers are… The post How modular clamping systems improve precision in metrolog

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Industry Week

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Honda's CEO says it is not a bailout for Nissan, which last month announced thousands of job cuts and reported a 93% plunge in first-half net profit.

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Automation World

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Otto Motors shares insights on three real-world applications of AMRs to illustrate why it believes the next five years will be the golden age of mobile robot adoption in industry.

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Robotics Business Review

DECEMBER 27, 2024

The humanoid frenzy that began in 2023 continued throughout 2024. This year, six of our top 10 stories were about or mentioned humanoid robots. In addition to falling robot sales in North America, our readers were also interested in growing robotics communities in the U.S. and big trade shows. Here are the top 10 most popular stories on The Robot Report in 2024.

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Design World

DECEMBER 23, 2024

AutomationDirect has added Endress+Hauser Soliphant vibration rod level switches to detect fine- orcoarse-grained, non-fluidized bulk solids in silos, hoppers, and bins. They can even detect solids underwater, such as sediment buildup in a tank. These robust switches are insensitive to buildup, providing maintenance-free operation and easy setup with no calibration required.

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Robotics Automation News

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Unitree Robotics says its new L2 4D lidar is an ideal solution for robot vacuums, intelligent distribution systems, smart factories, and more. Unitree, a global robotics company that develops and sells consumer and industry-level, high-performance robots, has released an upgraded 4D lidar.

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Automation World

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Insights into the use of built-in accelerometers and additional sensors in encoders to enable predictive maintenance and condition monitoring while simplifying installation and cabling.

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The Fabricator

DECEMBER 22, 2024

Mark Marenghis latest fabrication work for the Boston Ballet was a true metal fabricating challenge.

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Design World

DECEMBER 26, 2024

AutomationDirect has added Advantech serial-to-Ethernet Modbus gateways allowing connections of isolated serial devices to the Internet for centralized machine communication management. Advantech Modbus gateways provide easy integration of Modbus TCP and Modbus RTU/ASCII networks and offer two 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports for LAN redundancy. These gateways can be set up and troubleshot with an easy-to-use… The post New serial-to-Ethernet Modbus gateways for centralized machine communication

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Robotics Business Review

DECEMBER 21, 2024

Matternet’s M2 Drone can carry payloads of up to 2 kilograms (4.4 pounds) over distances of up to 20 kilometers (12.4 miles) over urban and suburban areas. | Source: Matternet Matternet, a provider of urban delivery drone technology, recently partnered with ANRA Technologies, a developer of unmanned aircraft system traffic management (UTM). Matternet will integrate ANRAs UTM capabilities with its software to manage fleets of drones.

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Automation World

DECEMBER 23, 2024

The focus of this partnership will center on embodied AI to deliver general-purpose humanoids.

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Robotics Automation News

DECEMBER 22, 2024

ABB Robotics has selected T-Robotics and Mbodi as the winners of its 2024 ABB Robotics AI Startup Challenge, marking what the industrial giant says is a significant milestone in advancing artificial intelligence solutions for industrial robotics.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

DECEMBER 26, 2024

To deliver the Henderson Defence Precinct, the Federal and State Governments signed an agreement. Images: Australian Government Department of Defence The Federal and State Governments have announced a dedicated Defence Precinct at Henderson Shipyard to enhance Western Australias shipbuilding and maintenance capabilities. One of this years largest defence developments saw government officials come together to announce a consolidated, Commonwealth-owned defence precinct at Western Australias Hende

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Robotics Business Review

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Sponsored by Parvalux by maxon. To beat the competition, engineers must shrink development times, optimize product performance and traverse an ever-growing number of supply chain issues. This is exacerbated by the fact that manufacturers carry less and less inventory in an effort to keep costs lean. This has made it a challenge to source parts for physical prototyping especially electric motor and motion systems.

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The Guardian Manufacturing

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Exclusive: Labour Together urges government to de-risk supply chains by working with other countries The UK must become less dependent on China for critical minerals, an influential thinktank has concluded before a government strategy decision in the spring. In a report on rare earth minerals, which are essential components for hi-tech products from mobile phones to missiles, Labour Together said ministers should de-risk supply chains and reduce reliance on China by building partnerships with ot

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Speaker: Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions

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E&T

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Frances most powerful nuclear reactor finally came online over the weekend following years of delay and setbacks.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

DECEMBER 22, 2024

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Robotics Business Review

DECEMBER 22, 2024

Waste Robotics uses FANUC robot arms to enable reliable and precise picking, it said. | Source: Waste Robotics Greyparrot and Waste Robotics partnered earlier this year to enhance Waste Robotics’ sortation capabilities. The company creates robots that sort a variety of wastes, including construction and demolition, recyclables, metals, and municipal solid waste, and the everyday items tossed out by the public.

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Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Aligning with Industry Trends: Healthnice Advances Step by Step Amid the global pharmaceutical industry’s evolution, high-end preparations have become a mainstream trend in drug development. In 2016, China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology identified high-end preparations as a key development area, recognized for their superior compliance, safety, and convenience.

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