Automation World

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Learn about the importance of thorough risk assessments led by machine safety experts to identify hazards from moving parts, electrical faults and unpredictable human interactions.

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Gary Mintchell

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Schneider Electric news from the recent Orlando conference. Schneider Electric announced new (operational technology) OT cybersecurity functionality for SCADAPack 470i and 474i. Critical infrastructure customers can now securely manage RTU access in harsh environments as easily as they can manage their employees email access. Cyber threats to water and oil and gas pipelines continue to grow.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Image: smilepoker/stock.adobe.com Australias manufacturing sector is brimming with innovation and expertise, yet many local manufacturers struggle to secure contracts on major projects. The challenge is not a lack of capability but rather a gap in visibility and connection between manufacturers and project owners. This is where Industry Capability Network (ICN) plays a critical role.

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Robotics Business Review

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Toronto-based Stial Technologies Inc. last week said it has acquired STFcore, or ZhongQing Technology, a 6D force sensor company. It also introduced Stial Steven, its first humanoid robot specifically designed for polishing applications. Stial manufactures polishing robots using artificial intelligence and following a research-and-development principle of anthropomorphism.

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Speaker: Karan Talati: CEO and Co-Founder of First Resonance

The rules of manufacturing are shifting—are you ready? Tariffs, automation, and supply chain disruptions are forcing manufacturers to adapt fast or fall behind. Join Karan Talati, CEO of First Resonance and former SpaceX Manufacturing Engineer, in this on-demand webinar to learn how leading manufacturers are: Navigating tariffs with data-driven supply chain strategies Leveraging automation and AI to eliminate bottlenecks Building resilience with predictive supplier management Adapting flexible s

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E&T

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

France has achieved a milestone in the development of fusion energy having maintained a high-confinement plasma operation for 1,337 seconds surpassing the recent Chinese record of 1,066 seconds.

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The Guardian Manufacturing

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

They say the support for British Steels transition to electric replacement is needed to prevent immediate job losses British Steel should get an extra 200m from the government to support it in keeping the UKs two remaining blast furnaces open until electric replacements are built, according to a proposal put forward by unions. Chinese-owned British Steel has said it will replace its polluting blast furnaces at Scunthorpe with electric arc furnaces, which can be used to make much cleaner, recycle

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The Fabricator

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Josh Welton recounts his visit to the SR-71 Spy-Posium at The Air Zoo AerospaceandScience Experience in Kalamazoo, Mich., and the conversations with the engineers, designers, and pilots behind the legendary SR-71 Blackbird.

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NIST

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

In recent years, reshoring the process of bringing manufacturing back to the U.S. has gained momentum. Companies are reevaluating their offshore supply chains, driven by rising costs, geopolitical risks, and supply chain disruptions. For smaller manufacturers, this shift also presents a unique opportunity to position themselves as key players in the rebuilding of domestic supply chains.

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Canadian Manufacturing

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Global Semiconductor Manufacturing Industry Reports Solid Q4 2024 Results, SEMI Reports MILPITAS — The global semiconductor manufacturing industry closed 2024 with strong fourth quarter results and solid year-on-year (YoY) growth across most of the key industry segments, SEMI announced in its Q4 2024 publication of the Semiconductor Manufacturing Monitor (SMM) Report, prepared in partnership with TechInsights.

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Gary Mintchell

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Foxit develops PDF and eSignature products and services. Ever since they signed on a PR person who knows me, Ive been fed a steady stream of updates. Im using Foxit as my main PDF reader/editor. So far, Im happy using it. I like the interface and speed. The upgraded Software Development Kits (SDKs) are said to save developer time, reduce frustration, and enable creation of more efficient, compliant, and tailored PDF solutions.

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Design World

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

More than 100 international journalists assembled in Hannover, Germany today to learn about Hannover Messe 2025, which is roughly six weeks away. More than 130,000 attendees and 4,000 exhibitors are expected at the 2025 event. Dr. Jochen Kckler, the Chairperson of the Managing Board, Deutsche Messe AG, Hannover, explained that Hannover Messe is looking ahead… The post Hannover Messe preview looks toward solutions appeared first on Design World.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Image: ABCDstock/stock.adobe.com The Federal Government and South Australian Government are working together on a multi-billion-dollar package to save Whyalla Steelworks, support local jobs and encourage more investment into Australian made iron and steel. Prime minister Anthony Albanese, South Australian Premier Peter Malinauskas and minister for Industry and Science Ed Husic announced the package on the ground in Whyalla today. “Whyalla steel has forged some of our countrys biggest proje

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Mold Making Technology

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

MMT @ PTXPO, Booth 1235 Our booth at PTXPO 2025 will be the perfect place to get to know us better, get to know each other and discover how MMT serves as the bridge to connect you to the latest industry innovations, strategies and solutions. Here’s what you can look forward to: Top 10 Reasons to Be a Moldmaker T-shirts Mouldmaker Card Game MMT Chats Studio Editorial Advisory Board Meet & Greet MMT Meetup Happy Hour Tuesday and Wednesday at 3 pm REGISTER HERE The 2025 Plastics Technolog

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Gary Mintchell

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

I missed the last industry conference. There are several interviews in queue for me to finish writing and a couple of interviews pending. But here is one conference I will be attending. If you are in Boston April 1-2, let me know. Aras invited me to their conference last year. The speakers and interviews taught me much about whats important and coming in the world of manufacturing software.

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Design World

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Emerson announced the release of PAC Machine Edition (PME) 10.6, the integrated development environment software used to configure and manage control system devices, including PACSystems programmable logic controllers (PLCs), QuickPanel human-machine interfaces (HMIs), and more. This update is the latest and most advanced version, elevating the user experience with capabilities including simulation, data monitoring enhancements,… The post New PLCSystems Simulator joins Emerson’s cont

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Robotics Business Review

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

An automated gripper changer is part of the CubeBOX machine tending workcell shown here. Source: Tezmaksan Robot Technologies Production manufacturing demands are increasingly diverse, so adaptability and efficiency are essential, according to Hakan Aydogdu, CEO of Tezmaksan Robot Technologies. Automatic gripper changes provide a practical solution for CNC machines to transition seamlessly between tasks without manual intervention, he said.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Image: Pixel-Shot/stock.adobe.com CSIRO is calling for expressions of interest for Innovate to Grow: Queensland , a free eight-week research and development (R&D) training program, aimed at helping Queensland small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) transform innovative ideas into research-ready projects. This R&D training program delivered as part of the Queensland Government funded Regional University Industry Collaboration (RUIC) program is aimed at guiding businesses through devel

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Gary Mintchell

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Even though I have worked in this industry a long time and have configured, programmed, installed many software applications and devices, sometimes I have trouble reading though a press release and determining just what the company has done. In this case, the email message included a sentence by the guy who runs the ProveIt! conference that this product will be the talk of the show.

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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

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Base Materials announced a strategic collaboration with Triton Submarines to support the upgrade of the Triton 7500/3, the worlds deepest diving three-person acrylic submersible, with its Subtec buoyancy materials. The innovative DNV-certified vessel, with a fully transparent acrylic pressure hull, can dive to depths of 2,286 m (7,500 ft) for durations exceeding 10 hr, offering… The post Triton Submarines uses Base Materials’ Subtec buoyancy materials appeared first on Design World.

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Robotics Business Review

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

Lately, hardly a week goes by without some humanoid robotics news. Last week, London-based Humanoid offered a first look at its HMND 01 robot in action. The startup said the video above demonstrates the humanoid’s mechanical design, motion control, and artificial intelligence integration. Serial entrepreneur Artem Sokolov founded Humanoid.ai in 2024.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Image: Alpar/stock.adobe.com The Victorian Branch of the Australian Workers’ Union has been encouraged by recent backing of the Whyalla steelworks, motivating it to call for similar support as the nation’s last remaining glass manufacturer Oceania Glass faces administration. The announcement of $2.3 billion in government support for the Whyalla steelworks demonstrates the government’s capability to protect strategic manufacturing assets.

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Manufacturing 91

Automation World

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

With the continuity of M.B. McKees leadership and sales team post-acquisition, customers can expect consistency in technical support and application expertise from Motion.

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Design World

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Novotechnik, U.S. introduces the new WAL 200 Series of hollow shaft angle sensors that provide absolute, rotary position. Sensor dimensions are 7 x 22 mm. The WAL 200 Series has a measurement range of 0 to 340. Mechanical range is a continuous 0 to 360. Other key specifications include resolution of < 0.3, repeatability of… The post Novotechnik announces WAL 200 series of hollow shaft angle sensors appeared first on Design World.

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Robotics Business Review

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

The Versius Surgical System is a small, modular robotic system used to perform minimally invasive procedures such as cholecystectomy or gallbladder removal. | Source: CMR Surgical CMR Surgical Ltd. yesterday announced that more than 30,000 surgical cases around the world have been completed using its Versius system. The Cambridge, U.K.-based company said this milestone solidifies its position as the second most-used soft-tissue surgical robot on the market.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Image: THANANIT / stock.adobe.com Science & Technology Australias Science Meets Parliament ( SMP ) offered scientists and researchers a space to promote their research and STEM initiatives to policymakers to celebrate 25 years of the event. Ngunnawal Elder Serena Williams gave a moving Welcome to Country, as she reflected on the value of recognising the worlds oldest scientists and harnessing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Knowledges and knowledge systems.

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Mold Making Technology

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

Any spark of creativity can develop into a custom-designed texture like these samples from Architexture design consultancy, with studios in Detroit, Michigan; Suzhou, China; and Manchester, UK. Source (All images) | Standex Engraving Mold-Tech. Custom textured molds are essential for improving a product's aesthetics, functionality and brand identity.

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Design World

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Emerson has announced the release of PAC Machine Edition (PME) 10.6, the integrated development environment software used to configure and manage control system devices, including PACSystems programmable logic controllers (PLCs), QuickPanel human-machine interfaces (HMIs), and more. This update represents the latest and most advanced version, elevating the user experience with a significant leap forward in… The post Emerson software adds advanced capabilities appeared first on Design World

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Robotics Business Review

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Port Alpha will be a next-generation shipyard to support the U.S. Navy’s hybrid crewed/autonomous fleet. Source: Saronic Autonomous vehicles aren’t limited to robotaxis, and they are becoming essential to national security. Yesterday, Saronic Technologies announced that it has closed a Series C round of $600 million, bringing its valuation to $4 billion.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Image: ELGi In a leap forward for industrial air compression, Elgi Equipments, one of the world’s leading air-compressor manufacturers with over 64 years of compressed air excellence has announced the introduction of its pioneering compressed air stabilisation technology. Designed to revolutionise the way compressors operate in plants with dynamic air demand, the STABILISOR system aims to address the longstanding challenges of unstable compressor performance, inefficiency, and excessive we

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The Guardian Manufacturing

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Government intervention has placed the plant in administration, stripping the magnates GFG Alliance of control. Will he fight back? What went wrong at Whyalla steelworks? Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast In the middle of last year, as attempts to revive the broken blast furnace at the heart of Whyallas steel operations faltered, government officials started working on a contingency plan to find a new operator.

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