i4.0 today

JULY 17, 2025

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation has announced the launch of the MX Controller series, expanding its MELSEC product line with advanced technology that specifically addresses high-precision motion synchronisation, cybersecurity and integrated control challenges faced by modern manufacturers in their digital transformation journey. The MX-R and MX-F models represent Mitsubishi Electric’s most advanced industrial controllers.

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Robotics Business Review

JULY 17, 2025

The Smart Welding Robotic Workcell is designed to perform multiple production tasks. Source: Cohesive Robotics Cohesive Robotics Inc. this week announced the availability of the Smart Welding Robotic Workcell, its latest automation using artificial intelligence to support manufacturers. The company said the new offering is designed to address critical fabrication bottlenecks, boost production capacity, and improve accuracy for customers.

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Manufacturing Tomorrow

JULY 14, 2025

Whether machining large metal blocks or delicate plastic parts, maintaining the stability of the workpiece throughout the process is critical. This article explores why parts move during CNC machining, what consequences can arise, and what best practices and strategies can be used to ensure absolute part security.

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Modern Machine Shop

JULY 13, 2025

I used to work in industry with Swiss-type screw machines. I was introduced to education by working with students in technical theater and got a teaching degree in history. I fell into teaching metalworking when it became clear that I was a terrible history teacher and could better use my industry skills to teach manufacturing. I was lucky enough to take over one of the finest manufacturing programs in Illinois.

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Speaker: Jason Chester, Director, Product Management

In today’s manufacturing landscape, staying competitive means moving beyond reactive quality checks and toward real-time, data-driven process control. But what does true manufacturing process optimization look like—and why is it more urgent now than ever? Join Jason Chester in this new, thought-provoking session on how modern manufacturers are rethinking quality operations from the ground up.

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AU Manufacturing

JULY 10, 2025

Capral has announced a major step forward in Australian aluminium sustainability through a new closed-loop recycling initiative in collaboration with Sims Metal and Rio Tinto. The project will see post-production aluminium scrap from Capral processed and remelted domestically to produce 1,000 tonnes of billet containing at least 20 per cent recycled content, which will then be returned to Capral’s local extrusion operations.

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Gary Mintchell

JULY 15, 2025

The marketing people at Hexagon tried to set up a meeting with Mike Payne, co-owner and president, Hill Manufacturing in Tulsa, OK, while we were at the Hexagon Live event in June in Las Vegas. We couldn’t connect then, but we finally caught up this week. I wanted the meeting because while talking to product people at the company brings in depth product information, people who actually use the products for daily success bring an entirely refreshing perspective.

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Modern Machine Shop

JULY 14, 2025

Next-generation technology, automation and digital solutions will be on display at Mazak’s DISCOVER 2025 , October 6-10, at the company’s North American headquarters in Florence, Kentucky. Attendees will see more than 30 cutting-edge machines in operation in four Action Areas: Advanced Machining; High-Volume Production; Multitasking Technology; and, Shop Solutions.

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AU Manufacturing

JULY 13, 2025

Invest Regional NSW has confirmed that the National Manufacturing Summit 2025 will be held on 23 and 24 July at the Shangri?La Sydney, with a welcome dinner scheduled for the evening of 23 July. Hosted by Weld Australia and supported by the NSW Government, the summit will bring together manufacturers, unions, academic institutions, financiers, suppliers and policymakers from across the country.

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MBT

JULY 11, 2025

South Carolina attracts $22M in international manufacturing investments, creating over 260 new jobs across diverse industries like automotive, tech, and specialty chemicals.

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Robots are a cornerstone of a smart factory, automating a wide range of manufacturing tasks that are monotonous, physically straining, or even hazardous. However, real-world robotics deployments have not lived up to the revolutionary potential the industrial sector had originally envisioned. Robot implementations are typically confined to specific applications, carry high costs, and are time-consuming.

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i4.0 today

JULY 16, 2025

Plans for a national hub for the development of advanced semiconductor packaging are now underway, following the announcement of a £160 million investment from the UK Government in Glasgow City Region Innovation Zone (GCRIZ) projects. Led by the National Manufacturing Institute Scotland (NMIS), the new centre will form part of the University of Strathclyde’s Advanced Net Zero Innovation Centre (ANZIC) in Renfrewshire.

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Modern Machine Shop

JULY 10, 2025

Source: Mastercam Mastercam 2026 introduces several productivity enhancements along with advanced machining capabilities and AI-enabled CAM intelligence, designed to help manufacturers increase workflow efficiency, reduce programming time and minimize shopfloor bottlenecks. Built on extensive customer feedback and industry research, Mastercam 2026 focuses on eliminating bottlenecks in the programming workflow while providing more precise control over complex machining operations.

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Design World

JULY 14, 2025

Watch Out, a Montreal-based company with operations in Switzerland, France, and Canada, develops container-sized manufacturing cells that operate with minimal human intervention, addressing critical labor shortages while enabling domestic production. More than 10 years ago, Sébastien Laporte had a vision based on the realization that it was becoming increasingly difficult to find skilled labor, despite… The post Autonomous microfactories may revolutionize precision manufacturing appeared f

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AU Manufacturing

JULY 10, 2025

By Terry Smagh, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Asia Pacific and Japan at Infor Walk into almost any Australian factory today and you’ll see the signs of digital transformation in action. Intelligent machines hum across the floor, data dashboards flicker with real-time insights, and automation that streamlines processes with remarkable efficiency is easily visible.

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The Fabricator

JULY 10, 2025

Rhoads Industries plans to invest nearly $100 million to expand its manufacturing operations at the Philadelphia Navy Yard.

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i4.0 today

JULY 16, 2025

After investing in the Fisnar F4403N ADVANCE Benchtop Dispensing robot from adhesives and dispensing specialist Intertronics, J-TEQ EMS Solutions Ltd achieved a full return on investment within a year, streamlining PCB masking, cutting waste and freeing up staff for higher-value tasks. The automated solution has helped the Livingston-based electronics manufacturer become more competitive while maintaining its commitment to precision and quality.

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Robotics Automation News

JULY 16, 2025

Lianhe Sowell International Group, a provider of industrial machine vision products and solutions in China, has delivered one of its new generation automated precision vision spray painting robots to Mercedes-Benz Asia’s largest body and paint center.

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Manufacturing Tomorrow

JULY 14, 2025

• Vention’s updated Rapid Series Palletizer features the industry’s highest vertical stacking reach, built-in mobility for fast relocation, and software enhancements for effortless pallet recipe creation, including support for unlimited SKUs. • This turnkey solution, offered with robots from FANUC and Universal Robots, supports payloads up to 30 kg (66 lbs) with a collaborative robot and up to 140 kg (308 lbs) with an available industrial robot. • In addition to boxes, Vention’s palletizer suppo

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AU Manufacturing

JULY 16, 2025

The Australian Industry Group (Ai Group) is urging the federal government to place manufacturing at the centre of discussions during the upcoming August economic roundtable, warning that the sector is facing intensifying pressures that threaten its viability and broader economic contribution. Innes Willox, chief executive of Ai Group, said that manufacturing in Australia has slipped into recession and is currently one of the nation’s weakest performing industries.

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Design World

JULY 14, 2025

Automation of discrete motion tasks is core to modern manufacturing. Encoder technologies in these designs use optical, capacitive, inductive, or magnetic operation to track speed and position. As we’ll detail in this Design Guide, the most suitable encoder type for a given machine function depends on the required accuracy, ruggedness, and signal type — as… The post Design Guide on Encoders appeared first on Design World.

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i4.0 today

JULY 10, 2025

According to the International Society of Automation, factories worldwide lose 5-20% of their productive capacity to unplanned downtime. With supply chain disruptions increasing, Mitsubishi Electric’s predictive maintenance solutions help manufacturers identify equipment failures before they occur, maintaining operational continuity. Research from Arimo shows the average plant loses 15 hours weekly to downtime, with production lines facing approximately 20,000 interruptions annually.

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Automation Mag

JULY 16, 2025

While the drive to merge IT and OT systems in manufacturing certainly boosts efficiency, this integration creates significant new cybersecurity vulnerabilities. Real-world attacks, ranging from production-halting ransomware to direct manipulation of machinery, painfully illustrate that traditional IT security measures often miss the mark in OT settings.

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AU Manufacturing

JULY 10, 2025

Grant Thornton has released its 2025 Manufacturing Benchmarking Report, offering a comprehensive snapshot of Australia’s mid-sized manufacturing sector and highlighting the importance of innovation and adaptability amid economic headwinds. The annual report draws on financial data from 100 Australian manufacturers with revenues between $20 million and $600 million, revealing how businesses are navigating cost pressures, supply chain disruptions, and global competition.

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Robotics Automation News

JULY 16, 2025

DHL Supply Chain Italy has inaugurated a new automation system at its Health Logistics Campus in Livraga (Lodi).

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Mold Making Technology

JULY 14, 2025

Scroll to unlock this premium content if video does not play. In this MMT Chat, I sit down with Jeff Glick of Prospect Mold to learn ho this team transitioned from plastic injection moldmaking to aerospace manufacturing. The change began in 2003 when their major customers - Rubbermaid, Hoover, Ford and General Motors - suddenly moved their tooling work to China without warning.

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Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives

Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri

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Modern Machine Shop

JULY 13, 2025

Source: Hexagon Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence ’s Espirit Edge CAM software is designed to address productivity and skills challenges with extensive, user-friendly Swiss machining support and the first AI services powered by Hexagon’s cloud based Nexus platform. This release introduces advancements in Swiss machining and AI, enabling manufacturers to overcome programming complexity and address the widening skills gap, enhance productivity and streamline operations.

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Control.com

JULY 17, 2025

Electrak HD’s built-in sync eliminates external controllers, enabling coordinated motion across multiple actuators with simplified setup and higher safety.

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JULY 15, 2025

Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania have developed a novel concrete formulation that captures more carbon dioxide than traditional mixes, while reducing the amount of cement required. By combining 3D printing techniques with fossilised microscopic algae known as diatoms, the research team created a lightweight yet structurally sound concrete that can absorb up to 142per cent more CO2 than conventional concrete.

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