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MARCH 13, 2023

Integrating multiple functionalities within a single entity promises simpler, more efficient devices without compromising capability. What if, rather than assembling numerous subsidiary components and ensuring electrical connectivity, the functionality was integrated into the object itself?

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Automation Mag

JUNE 13, 2023

Siemens Digital Industries Software is integrating the Supplyframe Design-to-Source Intelligence platform with its Siemens Xcelerator portfolio of software and services to bring real-time supply chain intelligence to its digital twin technology.

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Gary Mintchell

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

This is not exactly in my field, but this acquisition news opens a door on what’s happening in supply chain technology markets. Powered by Applied AI, Pivot88’s platform enables a 360-degree view of products from cradle to grave, equipping retail businesses with actionable supply chain data to mitigate risk.

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Additive Manufacturing

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

In recent years additive manufacturing (AM) technologies and materials have evolved into being able to achieve industrial-grade parts production, which means AM parts are now entering the supply chain. The implementation of digital inventories and AM-focused suppliers is key to the new approach.

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Mold Making Technology

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Source (All images) | KD Shah / Pyramid Molding Group Pyramid Molding Group (PMG), a domestic mold builder and plastic injection molder based in Rockford, Illinois, partnered with Lettuce Grow to develop tooling for the second generation of its innovative hydroponic plant stand.

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Canadian Metalworking Magazine

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

Blueprint of a Highly Functional Feedly for Threat Intelligence Account. Many of the leading cyber security teams use Feedly to organize and automate their open-source threat intelligence and stay ahead of emerging threats. We have had the chance to research 100 of them and review their open-source threat intelligence best practices.

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Fastener News Desk

AUGUST 19, 2024

Cincinnati, OH – [8/14/24] – AFC Industries, a leading provider of supply chain management and industrial distribution solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Joe Shoemaker as the new Vice President of Marketing for North America. For more information, please visit www.afcind.com.

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Fastener News Desk

OCTOBER 17, 2024

In this role, she has led teams responsible for various sales enablement, sales development, and sales support functions – from providing tools and resources to help sellers in the field succeed in their roles to developing proposals and facilitating workflows for contract negotiations.

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Robotics Business Review

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Source: Nimble While warehouse automation today is limited to a few functions, improvements in artificial intelligence promise to change that. The platform not only manages and optimizes logistics operations, but it can also deliver real-time visibility and control across the entire supply chain, said Nimble.

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OCTOBER 24, 2024

It also reduces manufacturing costs, improves yield rates, and enhances supply chain resilience by enabling sourcing from multiple suppliers. Mobile Phones: Chiplets contribute to advanced functionality and efficiency. Automotive Industry: The integration of diverse functionalities supports automotive innovations.

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JULY 11, 2024

The study of 300 supply chain and procurement decision-makers in the UK – launched to coincide with Ivalua’s Innovation on Tour event – found organisations that have adopted Gen AI tools have seen a 44% reduction in manual processes across the procurement and supply chain function.

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Fastener News Desk

JANUARY 23, 2024

Illinois-based fasteners distributor Optimas developed its manufacturing and distribution roles to function together. Chris Martens SOURCE: MDM Martens joined Optimas after 12 years with MacLean-Fogg Component Solutions, where he served as General Manager of MFCS Mundelein and as Senior Director of Product and Process Development.

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Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Competitive Intensity Creating an Edge-Powered Automation Portfolio Developing an automation portfolio that leverages edge computing to process data closer to the source, ensuring faster response times and reducing latency.

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Fastener News Desk

AUGUST 7, 2023

The Answer to Hard-to-find Metric Fastener Sourcing Challenges Metric fasteners play an essential role in critical industrial operations, facilitating long-term cost savings. However, sourcing specific types of metric fasteners can be challenging. Eurolink, a trusted U.S. importer of hard-to-find metric fasteners, holds the solution.

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Canadian Manufacturing

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022

.” He will bring over 15 years of operations and supply chain experience to his new role with Entourage, serving most recently as its senior vice president of strategic sourcing, quality assurance and cultivation.

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Fastener News Desk

OCTOBER 13, 2023

In his new role, he will oversee supply chain, compliance, supplier development, content, property management, eCommerce, supply to fulfillment distribution, and logistics operations of the Company. From February 2021 to June 2022, Mr. Broersma was our Vice President of Procurement and Supply Chain.

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Robotics Business Review

APRIL 22, 2024

Source: Pudu Robotics Pudu Technology Co. said today at Hannover Messe that it is expanding from service robots into supply chain applications with the new PUDU T300 mobile robot. the T300 can shuttle between production lines, delivering supplies without hindrance. PUDU T300 moving a box in standard mode. million sq.

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Modern Machine Shop

JUNE 6, 2024

Supplier deliveries lengthened again in May at a slightly increased rate, likely a function of continued or new supply chain challenges since new orders do not appear to be stressing the system. Source: Gardner Intelligence New orders, production and exports contracted faster in May (3-MMA = three-month moving averages).

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Manufacturer's Monthly

OCTOBER 9, 2023

The Australian-based company will supply a scalable and secure data and AI infrastructure that is fully deployed in the cloud and can easily be used with minimal cost of ownership or maintenance expense. By integrating diverse data sources into a single platform, companies can gain data-driven insights to optimise key business functions.

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Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

JUNE 26, 2024

Changing consumer preferences are catalyzing innovation across every stage of the supply chain, from sourcing sustainable ingredients to refining product formulations. Simultaneously, global geopolitical shifts are prompting a strategic reassessment of best practices in supply chain management and business expansion strategies.

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Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

JUNE 14, 2023

Infrastructure as Code (IaC), serverless computing/Function as a Service (FaaS), containers, and other Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) tools are being used for application development and cloud deployment.

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Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

DECEMBER 6, 2022

The company offers customers software supply chain management and automation tools to manage their cloud-native development lifecycles. Nexus Firewall, a first-of-its-kind defense against malicious software supply chain attacks. Nexus Lifecycle, a world-class software composition analysis tool.

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Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Amid this transformation, advancing hardware functionalities of AR/VR headsets, evolution in haptic technologies, the rise of digital twins, innovations in immersive platforms, and the burgeoning virtual economy present crucial steppingstones for cementing long-term growth.

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Robotics Business Review

MARCH 10, 2024

Source: Robotics Factory The Robotics Factory has accepted five companies to its Scale Residency program. While in the residency program, company employees can get training in designing products for manufacturability by creating functional prototypes.

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AU Manufacturing

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

In the early iterations of Sentinel, most small components were made of aluminium, and many were sourced as ready-made items. As we progressed, we redesigned many of the parts to improve functionality, and in many cases upgraded the materials we used to increase component strength,” said Mr Fitzgerald. . “A

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Manufacturer's Monthly

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

The cast metal industry in Australia heavily relies on recycled materials, primarily sourced from locally produced metal scrap as a feed material, but faces strong competition from international markets like China. The pandemic lead to a disruption in global supply chains that forced casting buyers to reconsider their purchasing strategies.

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Mold Making Technology

APRIL 18, 2024

Source | Delta Mold Inc. Source | Delta Mold Inc. we work hard to stay diversified and agile, to understand the needs and requirements of our customers, and to be their go-to source of injection and compression molds,” Ernie Young, Delta Mold president, explains. Source | Delta Mold Inc. Source | Plex Systems Inc.

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Gary Mintchell

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

While these facilities can efficiently process large volumes of discarded plastic, the transport of these materials from remote locations is cost prohibitive and a source of CO2 emissions due to their low specific gravity and poor transportation efficiency per unit weight.

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AU Manufacturing

JANUARY 19, 2023

Article by Michael Schwarz, MES/MOM Software Expert, AVEVA Supply chain disruptions, fluctuating costs, and new consumer purchasing habits are driving a dramatic need for increased agility and resilience in manufacturing industries. In our transformed world, traditional supply chain drivers are rapidly changing.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

JANUARY 16, 2023

In the early iterations of Sentinel, most small components were made of aluminium, and many were sourced as ready-made items. As we progressed, we redesigned many of the parts to improve functionality, and in many cases upgraded the materials we used to increase component strength,” said Mr. Fitzgerald. “A

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Manufacturer's Monthly

OCTOBER 5, 2022

BlueScope distribution is an Australian steel and aluminium supplier of product, processing and supply solutions, supporting a wide range of customers in many industries, including residential and non-residential building, infrastructure, farming, mining, oil and gas, manufacturing, renewable energy and defence.

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Control Engineering

JANUARY 23, 2023

Machine control insights Supply chain challenges, mixed with skilled labor shortages and cybersecurity issues are challenges manufacturers face today, but modern machine and automation platforms are helping improve plant floor operations. Examples include: Devices equipped with gigabit Ethernet and integrated Ethernet switching.

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OCTOBER 30, 2024

Explore Global Innovation Hub for Manufacturing With over 3,500 exhibitors spanning 140,000 square meters across 7 halls, the event offers unparalleled cross-sector opportunities to explore the latest innovations, build partnerships and optimize supply chain that will define the future of manufacturing.

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JANUARY 13, 2023

In July 2021, the German Association of the Automotive Industry, known as Verband der Automobilindustrie (VDA), cut its forecast for production growth from 13 percent to 3 percent, citing supply-chain disruptions, including a shortage of semiconductors. billion pounds ($3.30 Euros) to costs. Embracing Open Technologies and Cloud .

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Fastener News Desk

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023

In addition to our credentials you will find three elements which make up the ASF formula and define the key to our success; depth of expertise, cross functional experience, and global reach.

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Modern Machine Shop

MARCH 14, 2024

Source: ProShop USA Inc. The IE program is invested in the infrastructure and technology to best prepare students for careers in smart manufacturing, supply chain resiliency, AI and machine learning, among others.

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Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

IBM’s cross-functional teams work with client teams to ensure the consistency, standardization, and establishment of best practices when setting up and scaling capabilities, ranging from vendor and technology relationship management to portfolio optimization.

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