ATS
FEBRUARY 15, 2023
Share AI in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Pharmaceutical manufacturing is one of the most challenging, high-precision processes across industry — and one of the most important and impactful. Developing and producing reliable medicine to help people stay healthy is one of the major accomplishments of the modern era, leveraging innovation, expertise and technology to tangibly improve public health and quality of life.
Automation World
FEBRUARY 16, 2023
Aveva positions the industrial metaverse as a clear goal of its technology development as more players become active in the space.
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Design World
FEBRUARY 16, 2023
Carlo Gavazzi announces the launch of the new ICF Full-Metal Inductive Sensors. This new sensor family offers increased uptime due to their durable stainless-steel housing and intelligent monitoring capabilities. Applications in harsh environments such as agriculture, food & beverage, and machining will benefit from the ICF Full-Metal Inductive Sensors.
Gary Mintchell
FEBRUARY 16, 2023
ABB released a paper documenting ideas for its future of process automation that I wrote about a few months ago. This release takes the platform a step in that direction. Plus, ABB is relating its latest distributed control system release to improved digital transformation. ABB Ability Symphony Plus distributed control system (DCS) contains a simplified and secure OPC UA1 connection to the Edge and Cloud, without interfering with core control and automation functionalities.
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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).
Plastics Today
FEBRUARY 16, 2023
The manufacturer of US-made PPE has acquired the assets of Breathe99, which developed the elastomer-based face mask that can be washed and reused hundreds of times.
Automation World
FEBRUARY 14, 2023
Using Epson robots and printing technology, SunMed Growers eliminated the waste and extra time associated with its manual labeling operations and positioned its processes for both batch and individual product serialization.
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Gary Mintchell
FEBRUARY 15, 2023
Many research firms send news releases. Most have suspect (to me) research methodology. I only had one grad school seminar and a couple of statistics classes, but I’ve also gathered considerable experience. So, my BS sensor is usually pretty good. After a couple of conversations with Interact Analysis CEO Adrian Lloyd, I have a comfort level with how they approach these studies.
E&T
FEBRUARY 14, 2023
Developers looking to connect renewable energy projects to the electricity grid are facing delays of more than 15 years, threatening the UK’s net-zero ambitions, E&T has heard. As the country’s target to decarbonise the electricity grid by 2035 looms ever closer, developers, engineering firms and consultancies have spoken to E&T about the connection delays that they say are putting both the climate targets and energy security at risk In the last 18 months, the time it takes for developer
Automation World
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
Following the manufacturer’s guidelines when swapping out PLC hardware will only get you part of the way to a successful controller upgrade. I/O card issues, rack space, communications, and octal to decimal conversions are also important.
Design World
FEBRUARY 17, 2023
ProSense VCT series vibration transmitters accurately detect vibrations of industrial equipment, primarily steam and gas turbines, pumps, motors, compressors, and rolling mills. Vibration sensors provide early detection of developing malfunctions, allowing for timely maintenance before major damage or failure results in costly repairs and production downtime These MEMS-based sensors are suitable for harsh industrial applications… The post ProSense VCT series harsh-duty vibration transmitte
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?
The Fabricator
FEBRUARY 17, 2023
Some questions need to be answered before a metal fabrication shop makes a final decision on what type of welding fume extraction system it should install.
Gary Mintchell
FEBRUARY 17, 2023
My first digital transformation project in manufacturing was in 1978. We had an IBM Series 3 minicomputer. I procured (leased) a set of programs from IBM. There were classes and other training. I remember a trip to New York City. We put all current engineering data on that little machine (not nearly as powerful as the thing in my lap that I’m typing on).
Robotics Automation News
FEBRUARY 14, 2023
Do you want to make a change in your life and step towards sustainable living? Or are you tired of wasting hours getting stuck in a traffic jam? Or is there any other reason that led you to think about replacing your car with any other vehicle?
Design World
FEBRUARY 16, 2023
Teledyne FLIR introduces its new Ladybug6 360° camera, now in full production. “We are excited to announce that our newest Ladybug camera is in production now and units are shipping immediately. The interest expressed by so many of our long-term customers has been astounding with order commitments made months in advance,” said Mike Lee, senior… The post Teledyne’s Ladybug6 360° high-resolution camera is now being shipped appeared first on Design World.
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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?
The Fabricator
FEBRUARY 14, 2023
Hand-held laser welding has produced some eyebrow-raising results. But in the quest for productivity, metal fabrication shops can’t forget about safety using the advanced technology.
Gary Mintchell
FEBRUARY 16, 2023
Phoenix Contact promotes Davis Mathews and Heath Scoggin I don’t report on many personnel changes. I have known Davis Mathews and Dave Skelton for a long time. Congratulations to both. Phoenix Contact announces the promotion of Davis Mathews and Heath Scoggin as the new leadership team for Phoenix Contact Development and Manufacturing, Inc. Mathews and Scoggin will lead the Industry Management and Automation (IMA) and Industrial Components and Electronics (ICE) business areas, respectively.
Metrology
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
Industry 4.0 is widely considered to play a significant role in the future of manufacturing. Industry 4.0 refers to the integration of advanced technologies including artificial intelligence, the Internet of The post Industry 4.0 – Reviewing The Future of Manufacturing appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.
Design World
FEBRUARY 15, 2023
A painted steel frame for added durability makes the new DCMove Belted Conveyor suitable for material handling applications, such as e-commerce, logistics, packaging, and palletizing, among others. The DCMove Belted conveyor offers a streamlined approach to conveyance, which is something many material handling applications call for in their equipment.
The Fabricator
FEBRUARY 11, 2023
White Rock Manufacturing Solutions has experienced dramatic growth, acquiring five companies in five years. Part of that success might have to do with how employees communicate and collaborate. Top-down, my-way-or-the-highway management isn't the metal fabricator's style.
Gary Mintchell
FEBRUARY 14, 2023
Partnerships, collaborations, consortia constitute the theme of this era of technology. Siemens sent this item about a joint venture called Cofinity-X formed to foster the adoption of the Catena-X network. What are these, you may ask. Well… Cofinity-X aims to operate an open marketplace for applications and provide products and services to enable the efficient and secure exchange of data between all participants of the ecosystem initially focusing on the European market.
Plastics News
FEBRUARY 16, 2023
National Association of Home Builders forecast says single-family home production will drop to 744,000 units this year then rebound to 925,000 units in 2024.
Design World
FEBRUARY 15, 2023
“Carbon-neutral production, artificial intelligence, hydrogen technologies, energy management and Industry 4.0 – those are the overarching themes of Hannover Fair 2023,” said Dr. Jochen Köckler, Chairman of the Managing Board of the Deutsche Messe group of companies. “Only the interplay of these technologies will make it possible to sustainably safeguard our prosperity and at the… The post Hannover Fair press preview highlights industrial solutions for connectivity, climate neutrality appe
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The Fabricator
FEBRUARY 12, 2023
A small metal fab shop in North Hollywood that usually supplies the aerospace industry occasionally gets the chance to supply props and parts to the motion picture industry.
Gary Mintchell
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
While I’m compiling my thoughts from last week’s ARC Industry Forum, I’m taking a look at some earlier news. This news comes from Tim Dawson, senior research director at Interact Analysis. This firm performs market research more closely aligned with what I’d like to see. This news relates to smart conveyance technology. The current market leaders are Beckhoff Automation and Rockwell Automation.
Plastics News
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
Film converter Robinette Co. has almost completed construction on its third plant, a 100,000-square-foot facility in Piney Flats, Tenn.
Design World
FEBRUARY 14, 2023
Hamilton Caster & Mfg. Co. announced that it has named Mark Lippert as its new president. Hamilton Caster, a 116-year-old manufacturer of heavy-duty industrial casters, wheels, carts, and in-plant trailers is in its fourth generation of family leadership. Mark succeeds his cousin, David R. Lippert, who retired in December. “As we look to the future,… The post Hamilton Caster & Mfg.
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.
The Fabricator
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
Growing aggressively in the face of a difficult labor market has earned Salem, Ohio-based and multigenerational family-owned Hickey Metal Fabrication The FABRICATOR’s 2023 Industry Award.
Metrology
FEBRUARY 14, 2023
Marposs Group has announced that it has acquired the qualified majority of the start-up company Digital Strategy Innovation (DSI), a company specialized in applied research in the fields of AI, The post Marposs Acquires Digital Strategy Innovation – AI, Big Data and Data Analysis Company appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.
Robotics Automation News
FEBRUARY 15, 2023
Third Wave Automation, a provider of high-reach autonomous forklifts, has received strategic investments from Qualcomm Ventures and Zebra Technologies, bringing the startup’s total funding to $70 million.
Design World
FEBRUARY 16, 2023
Known for reliability, innovation, and focus on miniature pneumatics, Clippard’s Cordis Pressure Controllers use the proven EVP and DVP proportional valve series allowing for steady, accurate, and repeatable downstream pressure control as demand or process changes. The result is a very precise linear pressure control within a closed-loop system providing ultra-high resolution and repeatability.
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