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NIST Awards Funding to Strengthen Advanced Manufacturing for Microelectronics, Digital and Biomanufacturing

NIST Manufacturing

GAITHERSBURG, Md. — The U.S. Department of Commerce’s National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has awarded a total of $1.2 million to four organizations to develop technology roadmaps aimed at strengthening U.S.

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Cognitive Computing In Manufacturing

ATS

Share. Cognitive computing in manufacturing is a key technology underpinning the digital transformation of Industry 4.0 and the smart factory. As facilities increasingly adopt Industry 4.0 technology — smart sensors, 5G connectivity, edge computing capabilities, collaborative robots and more — they must ensure that they remain able to effectively use the data and analytics that they collect and generate.

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How to Overcome Complex Mold Texturing Problems

Mold Making Technology

Mold builders can laser texture directly over an EDM mold cavity with no required polishing. Photo Credit: St. Paul Engraving The mold manufacturing industry is constantly evolving. As a result, options for overcoming complex mold texturing challenges are evolving, too. Our complex marketplace demands new and innovative design possibilities with higher accuracy and tighter tolerances while keeping production times as short as possible.

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How can AI help in Improving Inventory Management?

Factory Worx

Read Our Blog. How can AI help in Improving Inventory Management? Artificial intelligence appears to have grabbed everyone's interest. Retailers and other e-commerce enterprises, particularly their inventory management system , are the best examples of successful use of cutting-edge technology. AI provides firms with valuable insights, such as trends identified from massive volumes of data processing, so that business leaders and their warehouse staff can easily handle inventory management dutie

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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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Heater Condition Monitoring Device

Omron

Predictive maintenance by monitoring heater condition(K7TM)

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Smart Shop Floors & Shop Floor Automation

ATS

Share. Industry 4.0 and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) are technology-driven concepts that may manifest themselves in any number of practical applications and frameworks. The smart shop floor is one such “real-world” implementation of Industry 4.0 principles, taking shop floor automation to the next level by introducing advanced technology to yield a host of new and enhanced benefits: increased efficiency, more control over costs, faster decision-making and improved safety.

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The Best Network Cable Testers

Gil Automation

Network cable tester: A network cable tester is a revolutionary device specifically made for testing the capability and reliability of cable connections. Thus, this gadget is a must for network technicians, network testers, cable verification testers, and other related work fields. . Whether installing new cable, or troubleshooting existing cable, ethernet network cable testing plays an important role in the process.

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Product Information Management (PIM): How to Easily Share Your Product Data

Seeburger

Have you ever wondered how large or globally active companies manage to maintain product details across different shops and channels? If you think of manufacturers, wholesalers or retailers with extensive product ranges, one thing is clear. They can’t do this without help. The simplest solution is a product information system. Read on to discover what […].

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Automotive Digital Transformation

ATS

Share. Digital transformation is impacting manufacturers across every industry, and automotive manufacturing is no exception. As the “Industry 4.0” era of manufacturing and automation begins to enter its period of maturity and wider adoption, automotive digital transformation is becoming a critical need for manufacturers — not only to enhance their operations, but also to maintain a competitive edge in the field.

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Water Leak Detector

Omron

Set Sensitivity Freely to Suit the Liquid to Detect(61F-WL)

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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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The Best Network Cable Testers

Gil Automation

Network cable tester: A network cable tester is a revolutionary device specifically made for testing the capability and reliability of cable connections. Thus, this gadget is a must for network technicians, network testers, cable verification testers, and other related work fields. . Whether installing new cable, or troubleshooting existing cable, ethernet network cable testing plays an important role in the process.

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What is the difference between Centrifugal and Positive Displacement Pumps?

Gil Automation

Positive displacement and centrifugal pumps are the two most common types of pumps. What's the difference between the two? A centrifugal pump is a pressure-creating device. Centrifugal pumps are used to transport fluids by converting rotational energy driven by some sort of motor or engine into energy moving the fluid. The fluid enters the impeller of the pump by the rotating axis, where it is accelerated by the impellor towards a diffuser or scroll.

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What is the difference between Centrifugal and Positive Displacement Pumps?

Gil Automation

Positive displacement and centrifugal pumps are the two most common types of pumps. What's the difference between the two? A centrifugal pump is a pressure-creating device. Centrifugal pumps are used to transport fluids by converting rotational energy driven by some sort of motor or engine into energy moving the fluid. The fluid enters the impeller of the pump by the rotating axis, where it is accelerated by the impellor towards a diffuser or scroll.

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Alternate Operation Relay

Omron

Perfect for Alternate Operation of Two Pumps Free Power Supply Makes Maintenance Easy(61F-AO)

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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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Floatless Level Switch (Compact, Plug-in Type)

Omron

Consolidates the Specifications through Free Power Supply, thus Allowing Use in High Temperature Environments with Temperatures of Up to 70°C* * Excluding the DC power supply type.

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CK3A-series Direct PWM Amplifier

Omron

This servo amplifier provides ultra-low latency servo control by taking signals directly from the controller and flexibility to connect to various motors and encoders(CK3A)

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5-Megapixel C-Mount Code Reader

Omron

User-configurable barcode reader(V440-F)

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