Automation Mag

JANUARY 15, 2024

I ndustrial robot programming has evolved massively since the days of punch tape and paper-based flowcharts. At the same time, the rise of computer-based programming led to the emergence of all sorts of robot programming software, more user-friendly interfaces, offline programming, and CAD integration.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

APRIL 22, 2025

Also, as fabrication shops expand their business capabilities, demand for higher output increases, so integrating advanced CNC machining centers with robotic welding and automated material handling systems are excellent options for the most efficient operations. Keeping machining in-house reduces the risk of supply chain disruptions.

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Modern Machine Shop

APRIL 22, 2024

This automated robotic cell at MetalQuest frees employees from repetitive, manual tasks. Source: MetalQuest From the earliest days of automation at IMTS featuring a robot hand moving parts, there has been a massive evolution in technology. Source: AMT. Source: AMT. “What is the definition of automation?”

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MEM

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

From sourcing raw materials to delivering finished vehicles, AI-driven algorithms work tirelessly. Suppose a car manufacturer sources parts from various suppliers globally. By doing so, it minimizes lead times, reduces inventory costs, and ensures that parts arrive just when they’re needed on the assembly line.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

OCTOBER 2, 2023

The new factory will feature autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) as a key component in transporting materials and products between the warehouse, assembly stations and assembly departments. Replacing the existing robotics facilities at the site, the new Campus is planned to open in late 2026.

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Mold Making Technology

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Source (All images) | Molded Precision Components and MPC Advanced Machining Who is MPC Advanced Machining? CNC milling and sinker EDM machines use multi-pallet automation with robotic tending to run parts fully unattended. We also have team members in the tool room and engineering department who do computer programming as a hobby.

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Modern Machine Shop

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

The Automation Job Manager feature simplifies setup without robot programming. Source: Hurco Market Dynamics and Business Strategies Reshoring trends are leading to increased emphasis on domestic production in many markets. It demonstrates reduced post-machining time and superior control in creating high-quality, detailed molds.

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Additive Manufacturing

JULY 28, 2022

AM delivers agility, consolidation and savings on lead-times, costs and resources. SOURCE: Northrop Grumman. In 2019, Made In Space (MIS) selected Northrop Grumman to support NASA’s Space Technology Mission Directorate (STMD) demonstration of the autonomous robotic manufacturing and assembly platform, Archinaut.

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Automation Mag

JULY 2, 2024

Formic, a provider of Robots-as-a-Service (RaaS) automation, has raised another $27.4 Formic offers fully supported robotic automation at a low hourly rate, including deploying the system and providing continuous monitoring and maintenance throughout the engagement to ensure success. million in Series A financing.

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Modern Machine Shop

JULY 18, 2024

” By using digital tools to supplement their workflow, Malito hopes they can shorten their lead times on projects that require more engineering support. “If we have a customer part that currently takes 20-24 weeks to make, and we can shorten the engineering time from say eight weeks to two? .

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CMTC Manufacturing Tech

OCTOBER 11, 2024

However, these upfront costs can be offset by long-term savings from reduced transportation expenses, efficiencies through automation and faster time-to-market. Shaping Consumer Demand and Market Dynamics Domestic production offers distinct advantages, including shorter lead times and lower shipping costs.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Sydney-based Sevaan Group is a contract manufacturing firm that employs about 50 staff and specialises in precision manufacturing of metal parts and products for OEMs in a range of industries including defence, mining, agriculture, gaming, space and robotics, electronics and transport.

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Mold Making Technology

AUGUST 5, 2024

Source | System 3R System 3R highlights its WorkPartner 1+ (WPT 1+) for manufacturers in need of flexible automation. In addition to the WPT 1+, System 3R offers its WorkPal 1, Transformer and Transformer six-axis robot scalable automation systems for 24/7 production.

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Automation Mag

MAY 21, 2024

As a result, businesses are taking action to rebalance operations closer to home, localizing sourcing and production, to reduce risk and cost. Digital twins and simulations are vital enablers of this approach, and these solutions help build resiliency by enhancing transparency and offering real-time visualization of production activities.

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Mold Making Technology

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

Source | Vista Metals Vista Metals Corp. Applications include: prototype to production molds, forming tools, clamp plates, ejector plates, fixtures, robotics, medical equipment, electronics, semi-conductor components, patterns, vacuum tables, router tables, heating and cooling platens and other critical industry applications.

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Mold Making Technology

JANUARY 30, 2024

Source: (top left) Boucherie, (top right) TK Mold & Engineering, (bottom left) Emuge-Franken, (bottom right) Plastic Ingenuity The top ten most-viewed articles in January were not only a testament to what our readers took an interest in—they reflect what is trending in our small but mighty world of moldmaking. Dapra Corp.,

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Mold Making Technology

APRIL 3, 2024

Mold Tooling Lead time delays for molded parts often originate from difficulties with sourcing tooling. Robot End Effectors Cobots, pick-and-place robots and other automation can make plastics processing more productive, but in most cases these additions require specialized end-of-arm tooling (EOAT) and other fixturing.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

APRIL 22, 2024

AI’s ability to learn from data in the ERP system and outside sources enables decision-makers to formulate deeper and more accurate predictions regarding customers, buying habits, inventory levels, markets, material purchasing and more. Data-driven Decisions with Real Time Analytics ERP software provides real time data.

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Modern Machine Shop

JULY 23, 2024

Source: GF Machining Solutions LLC GF Machining Solutions features its advancements in tooling, automation and software from System 3R. The company says its modular tooling reference system minimizes setup times while maximizing spindle uptime for high output. System 3R’s software solutions are designed to be user-friendly.

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Mold Making Technology

JULY 5, 2024

Source | GF Machining Solutions LLC GF Machining Solutions ’ System 3R, applicable to moldmakers, is a modular tooling reference system designed to help boost manufacturing output through smart productivity solutions regardless of machine make or model. System 3R’s software solutions are designed to be user-friendly.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

While we strive to put as many talented workers as possible in jobs within manufacturing, we also enable customers to do more with less, at higher quality and shorter lead times,” Williams noted. sidebar 2} Cobot Welding Leads to Transformation and Improves Processes When MWI Pumps of Deerfield Beach, Fla.,

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Control Engineering

JANUARY 11, 2023

While the situation has improved for many commodities since the depths of the pandemic shutdowns, especially mechanical components, vendors of motion control systems expect extended lead times to continue through at least 2023. This may be driving some false demand, which is not uncommon during periods of widespread parts shortages.

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Modern Machine Shop

AUGUST 27, 2024

They explained how the company has reorganized its production floors to reflect its machines’ modularity, with dedicated subareas that have helped improve output and reduce lead times. The project aims to shrink the footprint necessary to machine these components as well as reduce wait times for components.

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Fastener News Desk

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

Shop System, a plug-and-play turnkey binder jet 3D printing system that reduces costs, shortens lead times and increases revenues for machine shops. View source version on businesswire.com: [link]. Source: Desktop Metal, Inc. Offers high output and low part costs in a wide range of materials. Desktop Metal, Inc.,

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Fabricating & Metal Work

AUGUST 28, 2023

When working with some of the earliest automation systems, every pickup point had to be taught to the robot. It was a time- and labor-intensive process which required a dedicated robot programmer or integrator to manage, as well as multiple technicians to keep them running. Put Automation to Work for You Now you’re ready.

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Dinesh Mishra

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

Automation and Robotics: There’s a significant shift towards automation in manufacturing processes. Machine tools are increasingly integrated with robotics and AI-driven systems to enhance productivity, reduce errors, and enable continuous operation. Training programs and certifications are becoming crucial in the industry.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

APRIL 18, 2023

Delivering components and parts to customers in a timely manner is more critical than ever. In response, metalworkers continue to invest in automation, robotics and machinery to speed up their processes, manufacturing highly precise and accurate components and parts. Today, manufacturers must fulfill all three services. Fenton, Mo.)

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Fastener News Desk

OCTOBER 13, 2023

While multi-sourcing and intensifying cooperation with our suppliers and customers all over the world, we concentrated our focus on emergency response scenarios, business sustainability management, preparation of quality and performance improvement programs for suppliers, and increasing the level of automation based operations.

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Mold Making Technology

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

. “We can’t take delivery times for granted, the true country of origin for our products remains uncertain and some sources are subject to geopolitical issues. Extremely fast and intelligent robots help companies meet order fulfillment demands, a trend driven by e-commerce sales, which grew to $272.6 military bases).

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Fabricating & Metal Work

AUGUST 1, 2024

With the current economy, labor shortages, and lead times for new and leased equipment continuing to grow, companies need versatile options. The MiConnect platform contains an inventory of pre-built manufacturing devices (CNCs, robots, gauging devices, barcode scanners, I/O, Modbus, files, SQL, REST API, etc.)

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Fabricating & Metal Work

APRIL 3, 2024

Additionally, low-CO 2 production is achieved through low-emission production processes and energy sources as well as consistently short transport routes throughout the entire process chain. In addition, these special full grip jaws can reduce and simplify setup times, enhancing project profitability.

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Modern Machine Shop

APRIL 10, 2023

Brent Donaldson: And while those businesses have arranged through various end products, including motorcycles, robots and measuring tools, they have all had one thing in common. Once they understood how to do that stuff, then we start sourcing locally. All of the items covered this season have involved precision metal components.

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Dinesh Mishra

OCTOBER 11, 2024

This includes the adoption of automation, robotics, advanced materials, and digitalization to enhance efficiency and productivity. My sources of motivation include: • Innovation: The opportunity to engage with cutting-edge technology and develop new solutions is a significant motivator. Personal Insights 1.

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Robotics Business Review

JUNE 24, 2024

Source: Formic Technologies Formic Technologies Inc. We had some early customers; we had some data around how much productivity our robots can bring to our customers. manufacturers through a robots-as-a-service ( RaaS ) model, in which it delivers support for automation at an hourly rate. million in Series A funding.

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MESA

MAY 26, 2023

The project call is also seeking innovative solutions for robotic AM process planning for continuous fiber-reinforced composite structures. Advancing AM Processing for Continuous Fiber Reinforced Composites Topic Area 10: Innovations in robotic additive manufacturing process planning. AM is of significant interest to the U.S.

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Mold Making Technology

MAY 22, 2024

Source | Getty Images As we mark the halfway point of 2024, it’s a good time to take a moment to step back and assess where everything is, and whether any improvements can be made. Is your company meeting customer’s demands, lead times and so on? Are you an engineer, a technician, a manager, a business owner?

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Mold Making Technology

MARCH 19, 2024

Source (clockwise) | Steel 21, Trumpf, Molder’s World and TCI Precision Metals. Sintered, Porous Mold Steel Eliminates Gas Buildup Source | Molder’s World Molder’s World Inc. The injection molding process all starts with a metal mold. The processes and technologies used to produce these molds are also just as pivotal.

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