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Role of Portable Inspection Systems in Smart Manufacturing

Metrology

Manual portable inspection solutions can continue to pursue a role in smart manufacturing. The post Role of Portable Inspection Systems in Smart Manufacturing appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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If Manufacturing Operations Data is the New Oil, What Are You Doing with It?

iBASEt

A little over 15 years ago, British mathematician Clive Humbly declared “Data is the New Oil,” a statement that has sparked numerous subsequent discussions about the value of information. Various thought leaders have since expanded on the metaphor with points including: • Just as crude oil has limited uses before it is refined, raw data doesn’t provide much useful information until it is analyzed and categorized. • Data is now an extremely valuable resource, and businesses that collect and contr

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Simulation tool developed to help robots handle fluids

Control Engineering

Robotics insights FluidLab is a simulation tool from researchers at the MIT CSAIL designed to enhance robot learning for complex fluid manipulation tasks. It uses a physics simulator capable of seamlessly calculating and simulating various materials and their interactions, all while harnessing the power of graphics processing units (GPUs) for faster processing.

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Fully Automatic Measuring and Programming Palletiser

Granta Automation

Auto programming is an advance on Granta’s already patented software options. By combining a laser measuring system and the Granta software, no programming is required at all to set up pallet stack patterns and program the robot. The product is … Continue reading → The post Fully Automatic Measuring and Programming Palletiser first appeared on Granta Automation.

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The Supply Chain in 2025: What to Expect

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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Smart Manufacturing Conference 2023

Manufacturer's Monthly

Now is the time to embrace the future of manufacturing and take the next step! Become a smart manufacturer and make sure to attend this event for valuable insights on creating your digital transformation strategy. Event details Date: Wednesday 20 September 2023 Time: 0900 – 1700 Ticket Price: Early Bird (ends 30 June 2023) – $450 + GST; Standard – $495 + GST.

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ABB helps iconic Maid of the Mist boats go green

Design World

Anyone who’s visited Niagara Falls in the summer has surely watched the famed Maid of the Mist boats ply the waters of the Niagara Gorge. The ships, which appear tiny from above, seem to get perilously close to the thundering water from both the American and Canadian falls, crashing down roughly 200 feet. Now, the… The post ABB helps iconic Maid of the Mist boats go green appeared first on Design World.

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Four Ways to Build a Culture of Honesty and Avoid ‘Productivity Paranoia’

Gary Mintchell

Trust seems to be a commodity in short supply these days—if we are to believe all the media we might be consuming. My personality type tends to trust most people upon first meeting allowing them time to prove themselves either worthy of trust or someone to avoid. Many people default to distrust allowing another to perhaps overcome the distrust—if ever they can.

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New car market maintains momentum with tenth month of growth

SMMT

New car registrations rise 16.7% to deliver 10th consecutive month of growth as supply continues to improve. Market records longest uninterrupted period of growth since 2015 – but remains -21.0% down on 2019. Drivers continue switch to electric vehicles as BEV volumes grow 58.7% to take 16.9% market share. SEE CAR REGISTRATIONS BY BRAND DOWNLOAD PRESS RELEASE AND DATA TABLE The UK new car market has posted its longest uninterrupted period of expansion for eight years, as registrations grew 16.7%

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OKW’s “Go-Anywhere” MINI-DATA-BOX plastic enclosures

Design World

OKW’s smart new MINI-DATA-BOX plastic enclosures for ‘go-anywhere’ miniaturized electronics are now available in customized versions. MINI-DATA-BOX is perfect for applications including IoT/IIoT, automation, security/surveillance, environmental monitoring, measurement and control, smart logistics, peripherals, interfaces, and ICT. OKW can now supply MINI-DATA-BOX fully customized.

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Striking a Balance Between Man and Machine

Automation World

While a majority of the American workforce supports AI in the workplace, they still would prefer a human-in-command approach to machine integration.

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The 2nd Generation of Innovation Management: A Survival Guide

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?

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beanz Magazine Expands Distribution, Reaches More Children in At-Risk Communities

Gary Mintchell

Publisher Awarded Exclusive Google Ad Grant; Appeals for Donations to Reach Distribution Goals This press release appeared in today’s email deluge. I’ve checked it out as much as I can. It appears to be worthy of consideration. Check it out and consider if you’d like to donate. beanz, the award-winning magazine bringing educational and inspirational content about science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM) to children, adults and teachers, is expanding its distribution to reach more c

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New van market maintains growth in May

SMMT

New light commercial vehicle registrations reach 25,359 units in May, up 15.3% on last year in the fifth consecutive month of rising demand. Deliveries of new battery electric vans grow by a fifth (19.8%) to 1,041 units, as more businesses enjoy the benefits of the latest green tech. 135,296 vans now registered in 2023 thanks to easing supply chain disruptions and sustained demand for larger vehicles.

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WAGO tabs Amy Harlan as new business development manager

Design World

With an extensive background in electronics and device connectivity, Amy Harlan has been named WAGO’s new Business Development Manager for Device Connection Technology. After spending time in the field as a sales representative and regional sales manager, Amy has spent over 8 years in a similar role preparing herself for her new position with WAGO.… The post WAGO tabs Amy Harlan as new business development manager appeared first on Design World.

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2023 FAB 40: In-house training foundational for SteelCraft’s growth

The Fabricator

SteelCraft has undergone a significant rebranding, with previous legacy brands consolidating under one umbrella. Through it all, though, one constant has remained: a strong focus on training.

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

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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Xaba and Rolleri Partner to Develop a Cognitive Autonomous Cobot Workcell

Gary Mintchell

This press release just released today looked interesting, but it also hit some of my anti-hype hot buttons. First, most automation news coming my way lately concerns robotics and more specifically cobots—collaborative robots. The collaborative may be interpreted in one of several ways. Today’s news concerns a collaboration (ahem) of Xaba , developers of xCognition, the first AI-driven robotics and CNC machine controller, and Rolleri Holding SpA focused on the development of a cognitive, autono

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IBM to open quantum computing data centre in Europe in 2024

E&T

The facility will be located in Ehningen, Germany. It will host multiple IBM quantum computing systems, each with utility-scale quantum processors of more than 100 qubits, the company has said. The quantum data centre will serve as IBM Quantum’s European cloud region, with the goal of providing access to these new technologies for research institutes, companies and public organisations in the region.

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WAGO announces hiring of new western zone manager

Design World

WAGO Corporation has recently named Brandon Draper their new zone manager for the Western U.S. This territory includes California and parts of Northern Nevada. Having received his Master’s in Engineering from Cornell as well as a Master’s in Business from Purdue University, Brandon has held various management positions. These include being head of Sales and… The post WAGO announces hiring of new western zone manager appeared first on Design World.

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U.S. Department of Commerce Announces CHIPS for America R&D Leaders

NIST Manufacturing

“We are building a national R&D ecosystem that will keep our budding semiconductor manufacturing base one of the world’s most technologically advanced,” said NIST Director Laurie E. Locascio.

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The Future of Manufacturing: Behind-the-Scene Insights from the IMTS Conference

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2023 FAB 40: Performance brings opportunity for metal fabricator BTD

The Fabricator

Like many metal fabrication companies, BTD struggles to hire enough workers. Its automation initiative won’t solve every problem, but it remains a key part of the solution for the independent subsidiary of the publicly traded Otter Tail Corp.

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UK car parks could ‘collapse’ under the weight of EVs, report warns

E&T

In recent years, vehicles have become increasingly heavy, with their average weight rising from 1.5 tonnes in 1974 to almost 2 tonnes today. As a result, old multi-storey car parks might be at risk of collapse. This increase in weight could prove fatal, and might have caused the death of one person in the collapse of a multi-storey car park in New York City in April 2023.

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AutomationDirect adds a line-up of motor controls from IronHorse

Design World

AutomationDirect has added new IronHorse manual motor protectors, contactors, thermal overload relays, and a wide variety of supported accessories to their growing lineup of motor control products. The IronHorse HMC series contactors are a very economical solution and feature an advanced design with a sealed structure to prevent arc flash exposure; electronic coils are available… The post AutomationDirect adds a line-up of motor controls from IronHorse appeared first on Design World.

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Kickstart: A more complicated Pride Month

Plastics News

While recent years have heard complaints about "rainbow washing" by corporations during Pride Month, this year, companies are facing a very different atmosphere.

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CNC Design Guide: Enhance Machining for Precision, Efficiency, and Cost Reduction

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.

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Apple Vision Pro–Useful for Industrial and Manufacturing Applications?

Gary Mintchell

Welcome to the era of spatial computing, where digital content blends seamlessly with your physical space. So you can do the things you love in ways never before possible. This blurb came from Apple PR’s write up of the new Vision Pro—the long-awaited AR/VR headset. Apple made no mention of the “M” word. Here is what they called it. “Welcome to the era of spatial computing, where digital content blends seamlessly with your physical space.

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Children spend more time online than in the real world

E&T

The IET polled 1,000 parents whose children belong to Generation Alpha (children born after 2010), finding that 57 per cent of them spend the majority of their free time on online platforms, equating to one whole day (23 hours) every week. This figure is even higher when looking at 12 and 13-year-olds, of which 67 and 66 per cent spend most of their recreational time online.

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New online event from Eplan: Eplan L!ve: Best practices and more in two-and-a-half hours

Design World

What are the current trends for engineering in the global market? How can topics including the energy transition, networking ecosystems, the skilled-worker shortage, and the digital transformation be implemented in the best way possible as regards engineering? Solutions provider Eplan will be providing focused answers to these questions during its new online event “Eplan L!

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PP resin prices saw a big drop in May

Plastics News

North American polypropylene resin prices declined in May as a result of weaker demand and lower feedstock costs.

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How to Drive Cost Savings, Efficiency Gains, and Sustainability Wins with MES

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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A Q&A with the welder behind popular YouTube channel Red Beard’s Garage

The Fabricator

Greg Davis of Red Beard’s Garage talks about his shop, the pros and cons of social media, and notable metal fabrication projects: go-karts, buggies, minibikes, and other small vehicles.

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FLO announces that its charging stations will offer NACS and broader usage

Canadian Manufacturing

FLO NYC Curbside Charger. Photo Credit: Ignacio Ciocchini, Industrial Designer (CNW Group/FLO) AUBURN HILLS — FLO Chief Product Officer Nathan Yang issued the following statement in response to the announcement that multiple automakers will adopt the North America Charging Standard (NACS): “FLO welcomes initiatives to standardize charging hardware in North America because we believe it will help eliminate confusion for EV drivers.

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COMSOL launches open-access learning center for Multiphysics modeling

Design World

COMSOL, the developer of the COMSOL Multiphysics simulation software, has introduced a new online resource that provides free and open access to modeling and simulation learning material across all areas of physics. The Learning Center offers a single entry point for users of all skill levels, where courses, articles, and videos present a clear path… The post COMSOL launches open-access learning center for Multiphysics modeling appeared first on Design World.

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The tech helping debunk long-held archaeological beliefs

E&T

In recent years, airborne laser scanning technology lidar, which can penetrate thick foliage and vegetation, has led to the dramatic discovery of a vast, 2,000-year-old Mayan settlement hidden beneath a Central American rainforest, as well as medieval cities beneath Cambodian jungles, for example. After more than three decades of application, ancient DNA has helped rewrite human history and unlocked secrets of the evolution of language, migration, and even the origins of the Black Death.

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How To Select the Right Software for Innovation Management

Finding the right innovation management software is like picking a racing bike—it's essential to consider your unique needs rather than just flashy features. This oversight can stall your innovation efforts. Download now to explore key considerations for success!