Manufacturer's Monthly

JUNE 13, 2023

Global Sourcing Services is a leading provider of procurement solutions for Australian manufacturers and businesses. By leveraging its extensive network of suppliers, Global Sourcing Services enables clients to access high-quality products at factory-direct prices, while also providing local Australian support. Manufacturers’ Monthly spoke with GSS Director Daniel Crundall to learn more about how the company’s procurement solutions are boosting the competitiveness of Australian businesses.

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Robotics Automation News

JUNE 11, 2023

It is no news that effective time management is equally important for both individuals and businesses. With the current culture of numerous tasks, deadlines, sprints, and distractions, time management is one of the most important and necessary skills that everyone should have.

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Robotics Automation News

JUNE 12, 2023

If you are looking to start selling your products online, there are several steps you can take to ensure your success. First, it is important to find a niche or competitive angle that sets you apart from other online sellers. You should establish your target audience and decide which products you want to sell.

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Design World

JUNE 15, 2023

AC motors are commonly paired with variable frequency drives (VFDs), which control motor speed by regulating the frequency of the supplied voltage. Depending on the application and level of. Motion Control Tips The post What is V/Hz control mode for AC drives? 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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Automation World

JUNE 13, 2023

Corso Systems and 4IR Solutions share their experiences using ChatGPT to program various tasks with the Ignition platform.

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E&T

JUNE 13, 2023

“Ours, it turns out, is a repeated history of migrations and mixing,” says Cosimo Posth, a junior professor of archaeo- and palaeogenetics at the University of Tübingen in Germany. “Much of what we thought we knew about human history – that populations lived for centuries mostly without mixing – was overturned thanks to modern-day genomics.” In March 2023, Posth and his colleagues analysed the largest ever ancient genetic data set (356 – including 116 from new-found remains in 14 countries) of p

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Design World

JUNE 13, 2023

Watlow introduces its new large and extra-large WATCONNECT control panels, which are suitable for large-scale applications and are designed to maximize reliability, accessibility, and safety. Uptime is critical for larger operations and having a system down for maintenance is costly, especially if there are multiple downstream applications affected.

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Automation World

JUNE 13, 2023

As networks become critical to every aspect of a connected manufacturing enterprise, interest in cabling plant warranties—which can run for up to 25 years—is gaining ground.

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Gary Mintchell

JUNE 16, 2023

Siemens Digital held its Realize Live conference June 12-15 in Las Vegas. I was there for the Media/Analyst program as well as to explore how the software integration is progressing and coming together. All in all I am impressed with what Siemens has done since I first talked with an executive from Germany in 2007 about a vision of digital factory and again in 2008 following the company’s acquisition of UGS.

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Robotics Automation News

JUNE 16, 2023

Cryptocurrency Gateway plays a vital role in enabling seamless digital transactions, providing a secure and efficient means of conducting financial exchanges using cryptocurrencies. In this article, we will explore the concept of a Cryptocurrency Gateway, its benefits, how it works, popular gateways in the market, considerations for choosing one, and the future of these gateways.

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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?

Design World

JUNE 15, 2023

Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. announces the launch of FR-E810W, an expansion of the FR-E800 series inverter lineup providing 120V service solutions. FR-E810W offers the improved safety, energy savings, and operation reliability of FR-E800 inverters to an additional voltage class. Traditionally, customers using Mitsubishi Electric Automation’s 240V inverters, with 120V service, were required to purchase an… The post Mitsubishi launches FR-E800 series inverter for facilities with only

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Plastics News

JUNE 13, 2023

The Citizen Potawatomi Nation's Sovereign Pipe Technologies will manufacture water and telecom infrastructure pipes to build the Oklahoma community and modernize U.S. systems.

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MESA

JUNE 14, 2023

Interoperability is a strong expectation for industrials who plan on taking Additive Manufacturing (AM) to a daily large-scale level. It connects not only a single machine to a global industrial environment, but also offers digital continuity and simplification for upstream production processes. In other words, it’s the key to efficiency, of which the Aeroprint project will be the first beneficiary.

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Gary Mintchell

JUNE 14, 2023

Nokia and EY released the results of The metaverse at work a survey of 860 business leaders from six countries soliciting thoughts on application of the “metaverse” to their businesses. In short, many are using some form and many expect business benefits. Across use cases, early metaverse adopters report benefits more often than companies still in the planning phase, with CAPEX reduction (15%) and sustainability (10%) showing largest difference Companies believe in the power of the metaverse – o

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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?

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Design World

JUNE 15, 2023

NORD DRIVESYSTEMS continuously looks for opportunities to gain manufacturing efficiencies and implement practices that have less impact on the environment. In 2012, Fertigungstechnik NORD, a member of the NORD DRIVESYSTEMS Group located in Gadebusch, Germany, developed a concept for heat recovery from machine tools in their production areas. To this day, the recovered energy has… The post NORD develops intelligent heat recovery on machine tools to avoid fossil fuel use appeared first on De

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The Fabricator

JUNE 16, 2023

Steel prices continue to fall, as lead times and demand decrease. Some metal fabricators and manufacturers see that trend continuing possibly into the early fall.

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NIST Manufacturing

JUNE 15, 2023

CHIPS for America is a suite of federal programs to strengthen and revitalize the U.S. position in semiconductor manufacturing and research and development.

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Gary Mintchell

JUNE 14, 2023

I have recorded thoughts recapping my experience at the Siemens Digital Conference in Las Vegas. You can watch on YouTube or listen as a podcast. In short, I’ve watched the evolution ever since a conversation about the vision of digital factory with a Siemens executive in 2006. The journey has been a successful one for the company (and its customers) ever since.

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Design World

JUNE 15, 2023

The HEIDENHAIN KCI 120 Dplus dual encoder is a single device that provides position feedback from both the motor shaft and gearbox output shaft of a robot joint. Using robust inductive scanning technology, the encoder’s scanning head reads two separate circular scales for dual feedback. The KCI 120 Dplus can counteract design-induced inaccuracy on highly… The post The HEIDENHAIN KCI 120 Dplus inductive dual encoder featured at automatica 2023 appeared first on Design World.

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Plastics News

JUNE 15, 2023

Fresh from its first participation in the plastics treaty talks, the Association of Plastic Recyclers sees the agreement as a major chance to improve lagging recycling in the United States.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

JUNE 13, 2023

Today, the Hon Brendan O’Connor, Minister for Skills and Training, announced that the Manufacturing Industry Skills Alliance (Manufacturing Alliance) has been established as the Jobs and Skills Council (JSC) for the manufacturing industry. Formally IBSA Group, the Manufacturing Alliance is an industry-owned and industry-led organisation supporting the development of skilled workforces enabling modern manufacturing and associated industries to succeed.

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E&T

JUNE 14, 2023

The study, published by Proxyrack, looked at all the fines issued under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) since the laws were first established in the European Union in 2018. Based on this data, it has revealed the countries issuing the most GDPR fines; the countries handing out the largest average fines; the company’s that have been hit with the heaviest fines to date, and the most common types of GDPR breaches.

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Design World

JUNE 16, 2023

SCHURTER introduces the innovative THS switch series with optical sensor technology that can be concealed behind any surface without the need for mounting holes. A small opening in the user interface is all that is needed to allow the ToF sensor to actuate. Equipment and appliances used in public areas have created a demand for […] The post Touch-less hidden switch is concealed behind surface appeared first on Design World.

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Plastics Today

JUNE 16, 2023

When you consider the chemical structure of things and the energy needed to make and use them, plastics are kinder to the environment and human health than alternative materials.

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Robotics Automation News

JUNE 11, 2023

As the world continues to evolve, so too does the construction industry. Leveraging technology is no longer a nice-to-have but a necessity for construction companies seeking to remain competitive. Below, we delve into how modern technological solutions can be a game-changer for your construction company.

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E&T

JUNE 13, 2023

Responding on behalf of the government to a question from Labour Lord Rooker, Viscount Younger of Leckie said HSE officials had been advised that “neutral current diversions (NCD) are a known phenomenon and can occur for a number of reasons”. Younger added that the HSE had “monitored developments carefully and continues to do so”. However, he said officials “were of the view that no additional action is required by the regulator to manage this risk of neutral current diversion at the present tim

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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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Design World

JUNE 15, 2023

A new device provides an ergonomic and secure way for designers to harness the networking and operator interface capabilities of modern tablets when used with industrial equipment requiring safety provisions. By Luiz Shida, IDEC Corporation Dedicated human-machine interfaces (HMIs) and PCs, whether installed in a panel or a control room, have played an important role… The post Incorporating consumer tablet tech into industrial-grade equipment appeared first on Design World.

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Automation World

JUNE 14, 2023

Robotic installations in the North American manufacturing industry rose 12% in 2022.

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Robotics Automation News

JUNE 13, 2023

What is liquidity forex definition? Liquidity is a fundamental concept in the forex market that plays a crucial role in determining the ease with which currencies can be bought or sold without causing significant price fluctuations.

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E&T

JUNE 14, 2023

Immigration is a highly controversial topic. As we mark World Refugee Day on 20 June, the latest UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) statistics paint a harrowing picture. In the first half of 2022, 103 million people were forcibly displaced globally, a huge leap from the period before (89.3 million), linked to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The figure for the first six months of 2023 is forecast to be higher still, with the UNHCR predicting more than 800,000 people will flee from Sudan alone.

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