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Medical Cannabis Supplier Automates Labeling

Automation World

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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Rugged full-metal inductive proximity sensors with IO-Link communications increase uptime

Design World

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.

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Armbrust American Acquires ‘Game-Changing’ Reusable Face Mask from Breathe99

Plastics Today

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.

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Delays threaten net-zero goals

E&T

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

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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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Industrial Metaverse Development Accelerates

Automation World

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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ECM PCB Stator opens European offices to meet electric motor design demand 

Design World

U.S. electric motor design and software company ECM PCB Stator Technology has opened branches in the U.K. and Spain and named team member James McMullan as its Director of European Operations. As part of the expansion, ECM will continue to grow its Barcelona and London-based engineering and operations teams with strategic new hires. The European […] The post ECM PCB Stator opens European offices to meet electric motor design demand appeared first on Design World.

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Can an electric bike or e-trike replace a car?

Robotics Automation News

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?

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Strategic Controller Upgrades

Automation World

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.

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Industry 4.0 – Reviewing The Future of Manufacturing

Metrology

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.

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Mergers and acquisitions in fabrication: Making better together a reality

The Fabricator

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.

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

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Housing outlook: Downturn in 2023, recovery in 2024

Plastics News

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.

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Qualcomm and Zebra invest in Third Wave Automation

Robotics Automation News

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.

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Marposs Acquires Digital Strategy Innovation – AI, Big Data and Data Analysis Company

Metrology

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.

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What metal fabrication shops should look for in a weld fume extraction system

The Fabricator

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.

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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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The rapid rise of AI art

E&T

Generative AI art has exploded onto the scene over the past few months through advanced online platforms like DALL-E2, Midjourney and Stable Diffusion, which enable anyone with access to a smartphone or PC to create highly polished art by typing in simple text instructions. Sophisticated algorithms have learnt to mimic the specific styles, colours and brushstrokes of renowned artists, enabling users to instantaneously create their own unique versions of masterpieces by the likes of Van Gogh, Dal

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NXP introduces new chip range for ADAS and autonomous vehicles

Robotics Automation News

NXP Semiconductors, the market share leader in automotive radar according to Yole Intelligence, has introduced what it says is “a new industry-first” 28nm RFCMOS radar one-chip IC family for next generation ADAS and autonomous driving systems.

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Bio-based Polymers Projected to Grow at Double Digits Through 2027

Plastics Today

Currently a small fraction of total polymer production, biopolymers are forecast to grow at 14%, according to a report from nova-Institute. The rate could exceed 20% under certain market conditions.

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Small California metal fabrication shop provides props for Hollywood

The Fabricator

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.

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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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Visualizing The Future of Manufacturing

Metrology

The industrial metaverse is a term that refers to a virtual world where manufacturing companies can interact, collaborate and even create real products in a virtual environment. This concept represents The post Visualizing The Future of Manufacturing appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Amazon to employ more robots than humans

Robotics Automation News

Online retail – and logistics – giant Amazon is planning to employ more robots than humans and expects its robotic workforce to outnumber its human employees in seven years. This is according to comments by Cathie Wood, founder and CEO, ARK Investment Management, which has more than $14 billion worth of assets under management.

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Avient cites global demand, destocking as profits drop for 2022

Plastics News

For the year, sales at Avon Lake, Ohio-based Avient were up more than 2 percent to almost $3.4 billion. But the firm's annual profit plunged almost 46 percent to $82.8 million.

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The power of a multigenerational family metal manufacturing company

The Fabricator

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.

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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!

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Contactless payments up nearly 50 per cent in 2022, Barclays says

E&T

In new figures, the bank found that users spent around £3,327 per person, while a record 91.2 per cent of all eligible transactions were made using the technology. In 2021, the spending limit for contactless payments in the UK rose to £100 from £45 as consumers were encouraged to use contactless in the wake of the Covid pandemic. Contactless payments have been soaring in popularity in recent years to the detriment of cash, but figures released last year showed that the number of cash payments pl

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Core Industrial Partners acquires GEM Manufacturing

Robotics Automation News

Core Industrial Partners, a manufacturing, industrial technology, and industrial services-focused private equity firm, has acquired GEM Manufacturing, a provider of precision deep drawn metal components and mechanical assemblies. GEM represents the fifth platform investment in Core Industrial Partners Fund II, a $465 million fund closed in February 2021.

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3D Printing Takes a Bite Out of Mosquito Research Barriers

Plastics Today

3D-printed synthetic skin embedded with blood-filled channels combined with automated data processing eliminate the need for human volunteers and blood-sucking budgets to study mosquito behavior.

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Greenworks opens manufacturing plant in Tennessee

The Fabricator

Greenworks Commercial, a provider of lithium-ion battery-operated, zero-emission outdoor power equipment, has opened a 180,000-sq.-ft. Commercial Center of Excellence for Manufacturing and Engineering in Morristown, Tenn.

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The Secrets to Zero-Waste Manufacturing: A ex-SpaceX Start-up Case Study

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.

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NHS digitalisation rated ‘inadequate’ by expert panel

E&T

The government is making “inadequate” progress on its commitment to digitise the NHS and social care, according to a report from a panel of independent experts. The panel was created by the Health and Social Care Select Committee of MPs to measure the progress made in the government's digitalisation efforts against a range of commitments made in a 2022 policy paper.

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Massage robot to start product evaluation in the US and clinical trial in Singapore

Robotics Automation News

Singapore robotics firm AiTreat will be embarking on a new product evaluation in the United States for their massage robot powered by artificial intelligence at Mayo Clinic, USA.

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BD Begins Pilot Program Recycling Used Syringes from Healthcare Facilities

Plastics Today

In partnership with waste management company Casella, BD will assess the feasibility of recycling the materials safely and effectively into new medical products via mechanical and chemical processes.

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How low-code apps could streamline the manufacturing shop floor

The Fabricator

Software runs the modern world, but not all problems can be solved with out-of-the-box software. Low-code apps could help metal fabricators customize programs to meet specific manufacturing needs.

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How To Align Product Management And Supply Chain Operations For Successful Product Launches

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.