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Dan Lisowsky to lead ECM PCB Stator Industrial OEM Products Division

Design World

Design and software firm ECM has tapped executive Dan Lisowsky to head a new unit dedicated to serving leading manufacturers in the development of PCB Stator electric motors. Lisowsky will direct ECM’s Industrial OEM Products Division, which will offer engineering, software design, and client services to large electric motor equipment manufacturers.

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Workforce Training Using Generative AI

Gary Mintchell

Marketing people are pressing the accelerator all the way to make sure we all know they are using artificial intelligence (AI). I think this is a mistake because most of us know that we have been using AI within software and control products for decades. So, when I receive a press release that looks relevant to The Manufacturing Connection (which is becoming ever more rare), I probe.

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Applying Modularity to Machine Design

Automation World

The significance of modularity in automation and machine building.

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Elon Musk claims Tesla will start using humanoid robots next year

The Guardian Manufacturing

Billionaire says Optimus will start performing tasks for carmaker in 2025 and could be ready for sale in 2026 Business live – latest updates The Tesla chief executive, Elon Musk, has claimed the company will produce “genuinely useful” humanoid robots to start working in its factories next year. The world’s richest person, who has a penchant for making overambitious claims on social media, posted on his platform X, formerly Twitter, that he also hoped to expand into “high production” mode to make

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Agility Amid Tariffs & Supply Chain Disruptions

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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Protolabs serves as quick-turn collaborator in NASA Generative Design Project

Design World

In coordination with digital manufacturing leader Protolabs, engineers at NASA recently showcased the power of their AI-driven design tool at the PowerSource Global Summit, an annual conference bringing together technology leaders across disciplines. On the first day of the conference, NASA engineers challenged attendees to provide inputs for generative design to create a prototype apparatus… The post Protolabs serves as quick-turn collaborator in NASA Generative Design Project appeared fi

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NIST Announces Funding Opportunity for AI-Focused Manufacturing USA Institute

NIST Manufacturing

The deadline for submitting concept papers during the first stage of the application process is Sept. 30, 2024.

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eSim For Cellular Roaming

Gary Mintchell

Publicity people deserve much empathy. They often undertake considerable work and ingenuity to meet the goals of their client’s over-optimistic marketing plans. I accidentally got on a press news list. Few people check for compatibility. They just send me stuff. This is one of those. Far from my core interest, but perhaps useful to some of you in your personal life and travels, comes news relevant to your smart phone.

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Automating the impossible in any factory, in any country

Design World

Bosch Rexroth, the automation branch of the Bosch group, has over 32,000 employees worldwide and specializes in advanced drive and control technologies. At its Customer and Innovation Center in Ulm, Germany, they develop innovative solutions for the future of automation, such as the Smart Flex Effector, a compensation module aiming to revolutionize the industry.

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Endless Opportunities with Deadtime Compensation

Automation World

Implementing ERFB deadtime compensation can help achieve better control loop stability and performance, particularly when dealing with varying process dynamics.

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RC Mowers expands its autonomous landscaping dealer network to Australia

Robotics Business Review

RC Mowers sees the expansion of its Autonomous Mowing Robot dealer network as proof that its technology addresses industry challenges worldwide. | Source: RC Mowers RC Mowers is expanding its Autonomous Mowing Robot dealer network outside of the U.S. The company has partnered with Colbrook Industries, an industrial vegetation management machinery dealership near Melbourne, to bring its offerings to Australia.

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Emergent Energy Optimizes Steam Systems with Panoramic Power’s Technology

Manufacturers face increasing pressure to curb energy waste and emissions. Emergent Energy specializes in optimizing industrial steam systems, leveraging Panoramic Power’s real-time energy intelligence to drive efficiency. By analyzing steam system performance, Emergent Energy pinpoints inefficiencies and implements targeted improvements. This article explores how data-driven steam optimization transforms wasted energy into measurable savings, ensuring compliance with sustainability regulations.

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Cloud-based ERP and MES Solution Improves Production at Automotive Parts Supplier

Gary Mintchell

I told the publicity person that finding new technologies to write about in this market segment is as rare as a dry day in April here in Illinois. This case study falls a little short of my vision for Automation World when we began 20 years ago. I wanted to make the team of people the heroes of the story, not the product. This splits the difference.

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FAQ on thermistors for temperature sensing

Design World

The thermistor is a widely used temperature sensor and an attractive alternative to thermocouples and RTDs — but only in some applications. Temperature is the most commonly assessed and measured physical parameter if you add all the consumer, industrial, commercial, medical, food-related, product tests and measurements and other places where it needs to be sensed. […] The post FAQ on thermistors for temperature sensing appeared first on Design World.

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MES Update is Key to Vandewiele’s Industry 4.0 Journey

Automation World

Textile machinery OEM Vandewiele uses Critical Manufacturing’s manufacturing execution system to improve its production efficiency and quality.

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Asensus Senhance surgical robot receives FDA 510(k) clearance

Robotics Business Review

Asensus says that by digitizing the interface between surgeon and patient, performance-guided surgery (PGS) with Senhance can help deliver more consistent outcomes. | Credit: Asensus Surgical Asensus Surgical Inc. this week said the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has granted 510(k) clearance for the Senhance Surgical System. The surgical robot is designed to treat adult and pediatric urology patients.

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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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Why Did This Ice Cream Brand Pick Plastic Pints Over Paperboard?

Plastics Today

Blue Bunny’s preference for polypropylene cups points to a growing trend, according to packaging supplier Berry Global.

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LUTZE RJ45 shielded IDC field wireable connectors and adapters from AutomationDirect

Design World

AutomationDirect has added new LUTZE RJ45 shielded IDC field wireable connectors and adapters to their Wiring Solutions lineup. RJ45 IDC shielded field wireable connectors with 8-pole configuration provide quick and easy Cat6a connections to non-terminated cables allowing custom-built connections to fit your application. The RJ45-to-RJ45 8-pole bulkhead adapters can be installed in a control panel… The post LUTZE RJ45 shielded IDC field wireable connectors and adapters from AutomationDirec

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Autodesk CAM Software Simplifies Part Programming

Modern Machine Shop

Autodesk Fusion receives multiple updates that impact three- and five-axis machining Source: Autodesk Inc. Autodesk Inc. is showcasing its complete portfolio of design and make products, including the release of Autodesk Fusion, a cloud-enabled software for designers and manufacturers. This year alone, there have been eight major releases of Fusion, delivering over 50 custom manufacturing features and 1,500+ improvements.

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Meet the RoboBusiness 2024 keynote speakers

Robotics Business Review

RoboBusiness 2024, the leading event focused on developing commercial robots and produced by The Robot Report , takes place Oct. 16-17 in Santa Clara, Calif. RoboBusiness will feature more than 60 speakers, over 100 exhibitors and demos on the expo floor, 10+ hours of dedicated networking time, the Pitchfire Robotics Startup Competition , and more. Thousands of robotics experts from around the world will convene at the event.

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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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Talent Talk: A Manufacturing Boom Is Coming, but Where Are the Workers?

Plastics Today

US manufacturers are expected to create 3.8 million jobs over the next decade, but about half of them will be left unfilled, according to a study.

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Mastering Digital Transformation in Pulp and Paper

Design World

Over the past 40 years, technology and software advancements have transformed the pulp and paper industry, delivering more situational awareness, faster response time, and the ability to operate closer to limits—all leading to improved safety, reliability, and efficiency. Now, a new and even more significant era of automation technology evolution is upon us, disrupting traditional… The post Mastering Digital Transformation in Pulp and Paper appeared first on Design World.

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ULEZ expansion sees London’s air quality improve faster than the rest of England

E&T

The expansion of London’s Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) is working better than predicted, with the capital’s air quality improving at a faster rate than the rest of England’s.

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Enchanted Tools delivers Mirokaï social robot to first customer

Robotics Business Review

The Mirokaï robots are designed for tasks where social interaction with humans is required. | Credit: Enchanted Tools The Institut des Systèmes Intelligents et de Robotique, or ISIR, has received the first delivery of Enchanted Tools’ Miroka robot. Enchanted Tools is a French startup attempting to bring a new social robot to market that is cute and engaging.

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Accelerate Americas Manufacturing Agility & Supply Chain Resilience

Discover how to accelerate manufacturing agility and build supply chain resilience in our live webinar on February 6, 2025, at 3 PM PST. Explore insights from a former SpaceX leader on scaling hardware production, balancing speed with quality, and leveraging advanced tools like ION Factory OS. Learn from historical examples and modern approaches to innovation while uncovering how AI and real-time data can automate processes, strengthen supply chain operations, and ensure scalability.

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PsiQuantum to build first US-based utility-scale quantum computer

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: BPawesome/stock.adobe.com PsiQuantum has announced that it will build its second utility-scale quantum computer in Chicago, opening potential avenues for Illinois universities and institutions in Australia to work together on r&d projects. The announcement also unveiled PsiQuantum’s new partnership with the State of Illinois, Cook County, and the City of Chicago.

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SMW Autoblok’s launches an extra-large zero point workpiece positioning system

Design World

SMW Autoblok announced a new workpiece positioning system, the WPS XL, featuring manual zero-point clamping for large workpieces. The WPS XL is suitable for five-axis machining and milling, measuring, and grinding operations. The company claims that users can reduce setup time by 90% or more with single quick actuation for rapid module operations in only… The post SMW Autoblok’s launches an extra-large zero point workpiece positioning system appeared first on Design World.

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Durable, Available, Reliable: The EN580C Optical Encoder from Baumer

Control.com

The Baumer EN580C is designed for easy integration and low maintenance, promising reliable performance in sensing object location, making it a versatile option.

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3-finger robotic gripper now available from Tesollo in North America

Robotics Business Review

Tesollo Inc. offers grippers with two to five fingers for robotics applications. At CES 2024, the Incheon, South Korea-based company introduced the Delto Gripper 3-Finger, or DG-3F, a dexterous robotic manipulator. This month, it has made the gripper available for sale in North America. The new DG-3F is suitable for many assembly tasks, according to Tesollo, which was founded in 2018.

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Unmasking Energy Waste: Manufacturing’s Hidden Inefficiencies and Costly Impacts

Energy inefficiencies are silent thieves eroding manufacturing profits and sustainability efforts. From overworked pumps to leaky compressed air systems, these hidden drains often go unnoticed without advanced energy monitoring. Panoramic Power empowers manufacturers with granular, device level energy visibility, and real-time insights to identify and eliminate inefficiencies, transforming waste into savings.

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Aviation sector faces sustainable aviation fuel mandate from January, government confirms

E&T

A rule to supplant 2% of jet fuel demand with sustainable aviation fuel will be in place from 1 January 2025.

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Rexroth Motors offers high performance and versatility for modern factory automation

Design World

Rexroth offers a comprehensive range of motors that deliver high performance and a wide variety of types, designs, and capacities. When paired with its servo drive system, these robust motors enable both standard and high-end applications in modern factory automation — intelligent, highly dynamic, precise, and reliable. The portfolio is further enhanced by special explosion-proof… The post Rexroth Motors offers high performance and versatility for modern factory automation appeared first o

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Planning for and navigating growth in a small business

The Fabricator

Small businesses must closely monitor all the basics, especially during periods of growth, when the cost of bad decisions can really add up.

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FORTNA discusses how machine vision advances enable faster parcel sortation

Robotics Business Review

FORTNA’s dual, six-axis robotic singulator uses proprietary software to process up to 2,800 parcels per hour. Source: FORTNA While some automation may be commoditizing, successful deployments depends on how technologies are integrated and implemented. FORTNA Inc. said its Distribution Optimization Framework uses proprietary processes, tools, and algorithms to deliver the right mix of hardware, software, and services for each warehouse customer.

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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?