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The first news from Hannover this morning concerns additions to EtherNet/IP device profiles. Delegates discussed continued updates for process devices at the annual meeting a couple of weeks ago. ODVA announced that level sensors are the latest option for process device profiles to be added to The EtherNet/IP Specification. Process device profiles help users to reduce complexity and to more quickly install new devices in the event of an unplanned replacement.
Based in Japan with U.S. headquarters in Elk Grove Village, Illinois, Yuasa recently introduced Ecomo, an energy-saving unit that reduces power consumption by 5 to 15% for transformers and other electrical equipment. Ecomo is not a transformer but rather a unit that attaches to existing transformers, ensuring seamless integration without negatively affecting performance.
From left to right: Kali Hamilton, Kait Peterson, and Sonali Deshpande. | Sources: Scythe Robotics, Locus Robotics, and Relay Robotics Women are an underrepresented group within the robotics industry. Today, women make up 48% of the total workforce and just 34% of the STEM workforce, according to the National Girls Collaborative Project. When it comes to engineering and robotics roles, the number is even smaller, with women only making up about 16% of the workforce.
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Image: iLAuNCH Trailblazer Australian-developed plant monitoring technology is set to be flown to space in this University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ) led, iLAuNCH Trailblazer project. The technology is aimed at demonstrating a key technology capability for sustainable plant-based food production in space and on Earth. Just as agriculture is essential for life on Earth, space crops are anticipated to be an important food source in long-term space missions.
ODVA have generated still more newsI have some wrap up from a couple of weeks ago when I attended their meeting plus some news this morning from Hannover Messe. (No, I wish I were in Hannover, but Im still in Illinois.) The leadership for ODVAs 24th term was elected and announced at the 23rd Annual Meeting of Members in Clearwater, Florida, USA on March 20, 2025.
PHD announced the launch of the PHD Online Product Selector Tool, a new resource designed to simplify the selection and configuration of automation components. This tool enables engineers and manufacturers to quickly identify the best linear actuators and Cartesian systems for their applications, improving efficiency and minimizing the risk of selecting an incorrect actuator.
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PHD announced the launch of the PHD Online Product Selector Tool, a new resource designed to simplify the selection and configuration of automation components. This tool enables engineers and manufacturers to quickly identify the best linear actuators and Cartesian systems for their applications, improving efficiency and minimizing the risk of selecting an incorrect actuator.
The RDS fleet management system can serve in scenarios such as multilevel movement. Source: SEER Robotics Under the wave of Industry 4.0, robotics technology is increasingly permeating production and logistics processes. However, achieving efficient collaboration and optimal resource allocation in complex multi-machine operations, cross-regional scheduling, and diversified scenarios remains a critical challenge.
If you need a large number of tailored printed circuit boards (PCBs) made, there are only a select few firms worth doing business with. What are the best custom PCB prototyping and manufacturing companies? 1. EMSG For over 30 years, Electronic Manufacturing Services Group Inc.
Image: v_blinov/stock.adobe.com Australian Defence has signed a contract with Kongsberg Defence Australia to establish a missile factory in Newcastle, NSW. Following the governments initial announcement on 22 August 2024, this next step will establish the nations first guided weapons production facility. Located within the Newcastle Airport precinct, the factory will manufacture the Naval Strike Missile and Joint Strike Missile for the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and international partners.
Some final thoughts from the ODVA meetings in March in Florida. Ive been thinking for some time about complexity. Sometimes we get into the weeds with our technologies, building routine atop routines, solving a multitude of problems through creating others. The thinking began with considering my reporting from the March 2022 ODVA meetings. Paul Maurath, Technical DirectorProcess Automation from Procter & Gambles Central Engineering, presented the users view of automation.
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To mark its 100th anniversary, Festo has designed an extraordinary application, the Incredible Machine. Inspired by a Rube Goldberg machine, it illustrates the evolution of automation technology by linking sequential movements. This installation showcases Festos expertise across various automation technologies. A look into the future of automation The Incredible Machine demonstrates various motion technologies, including […] The post Festo unveils Incredible Machine for 100th anniversary a
We are passionate about the impact robotics can have on the world. Thats why for 14 years, the RBR50 Robotics Innovation Awards have honored the most innovative robotics companies, technologies, and applications from around the world. This year we brought back three major awards: Robot of the Year, Application of the Year, and Startup of the Year. We added a fourth major honor: Robots for Good, which recognizes a robot making a meaningful impact on society.
Keeping accurate inventory records is an important part of maintaining a smooth running operation. An inventory management software solution provides an answer to this challenge, keeping the business fiscally fit. What are inventory records? Inventory records, also known as stock records, are based on a structured collection of information and data for items in the […] The post How to Keep Accurate Inventory Records?
Image: ICN/Novell Western Sydney Advanced LED lighting manufacturer, Novon, is well-placed to take advantage of growing opportunities in the sector, thanks to the proactive engagement with ICN NSW. Novon Head of Strategy and Planning, Maurice Moloney, shared how ICN consultant Raquel Bloom, has identified several significant opportunities, including with Westmead Hospital, Penrith Stadium and Transport for New South Wales among others.
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).
This is the second of four Siemens news items. In the vein of everyone in industrial software is Microsofts best friend, Copilot headlines this news. And no news today is complete without mentioning generative AI. The Siemens Industrial Copilot , a generative AI-based assistant, is empowering customers across the entire value chain from design and planning to engineering, operations, and services Siemens expands its Industrial Copilot offering with extended capabilities for Senseye Predictive M
A mobile surgical microscope from Prechtl Tech Solutions, designed for structurally weak countries, won the manus plastic bearing competition 2025. A panel of judges awarded the engineers for using lubrication-free polymer bearings, which improved the microscope’s reliability. Other winning projects included a bicycle trailer for parcel delivery, an AI-powered hoe for agriculture, and an agrivoltaic… The post manus plastic bearing competition 2025 winners announced appeared first on
The Ontario government has announced a $150 million investment from Siemens to establish a Global AI Manufacturing Technologies Research and Development (R&D) Center for Battery Production at its Oakville headquarters. This initiative aims to develop artificial intelligence manufacturing technologies to support electric vehicle (EV) battery production, creating up to 90 new jobs across the province and enhancing Ontarios EV battery supply chain.
The announced imposition of a 10% tariff on all UK products exported to the US, whilst less than other major economies, is another deeply disappointing and potentially damaging measure. Our cars were already set to attract a punitive 25% tariff overnight and other automotive products are now set to be impacted immediately. While we hope a deal between the UK and US can still be negotiated,this is yet another challenge to a sector already facing multiple headwinds.
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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?
RSM Australia supports manufacturing businesses by providing a range of advisory services to help them capitalise on opportunities. Image: Quality Stock Arts/stock.adobe.com Experts from RSM Australia share insights on the key trends and growth opportunities Australian manufacturers should capitalise on in 2025. As we enter the first quarter of the new year, Australian manufacturers both large and small are evaluating industry trends to identify opportunities for growth and success.
The third of Siemens pre-Hannover news releases concerns Xcelerator Edge with Microsoft Azure IoT Operations. Siemens Industrial Edge works seamlessly with Microsoft Azure IoT Operations, making OT and IT data planes fully interoperable for manufacturing Edge and cloud data integration enables adaptive production through AI- and digital-twin-powered solutions Industrial customers benefit from improved machine performance, product quality and reduced machine maintenance Siemens announces an exten
U.S. electric motor design software firm ECM and global gaming leader Thrustmaster have announced a partnership on the development of products integrating ECMs PCB Stator technology. To highlight the collaboration, ECM has released a case study on Thrustmasters T598 simracing wheel, which incorporates an optimized motor designed on ECMs award-winning PrintStator platform.
Contract engineering firms can help accelerate robot development and deployment, according to SKA Robotics. Source: Adobe Stock Imagine youre tasked with building a robotan autonomous system designed for industrial precision. Youve spent months just trying to find the requisite talent. Your mechanical engineering team was relatively easy to assemble, but when it comes to the specialized skill sets needed — reinforcement learning (RL), artificial intelligence integration, and advanced robot
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?
Every year, employers across the United States open their doors to curious kids, inviting them to experience a day in the life of their parents at work. On April 25, 2025, Take a Child to Work Day and Beyond will give children whose parents work in manufacturing a fun opportunity to explore technologies like robots, simulations and more. While Take a Child to Work Day (TACTWD) isnt specifically designed to inspire future careers in manufacturing, it offers a great way for children to learn about
A critical factor in achieving zero defects is managing the supply chain. Image: Elexon Electronics Elexon Electronics is driving innovation in Australias electronics manufacturing, focusing on quality, continuous improvement, and advancements in Industry 4.0. Founded in 2006 in Brendale, Elexon Electronics is an Australian company renowned for its expertise in designing and manufacturing advanced electronics.
I have four items from Siemens shortly before Hannover Messe. An acquisition, Copilot, Xcelerator, and this oneto use their euphemism Siemens to strengthen competitiveness in automation business and in electric vehicle charging business. These are the highlights: Automation business: focus on growth markets and stronger customer orientation Electric vehicle charging business: concentration on fast-charging infrastructure for depots and fleets and for en-route charging Capacity adjustments worldw
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Carbon AutoTractor in action with Carbon Robotics LaserWeeder. | Credit: Carbon Robotics Carbon Robotics launched a new tractor autonomy package this week. The Carbon AutoTractor is designed to retrofit any number of existing tractor platforms and deliver full driverless autonomy for the tractor. The system is remotely monitored by Carbon Robotics operators, who can handle interventions in real time to minimize operational disruptions. “Carbon AutoTractor delivers reliable, uninterrupted a
Jim Fitzgerald The United States is at a critical juncture when it comes to attracting workers to the welding industry. According to data from the American Welding Society, 336,000 new welding professionals, be they sheet metal workers, structural metal fabricators and fitters, boilermakers, welders and cutters and more, are needed by 2026. AWS projected the country needs to fill an average of 82,500 welding positions each year between 2024-2028.
Image: Lindo Winner of this year’ s Outstanding Startup at the Endeavour Awards, Australian germicidal light manufacturer, Lindo, has had a rapid evolution since its transition from the Gangi Germicidal Systems in 2022. The company was founded to develop products that utilise UV-C and antimicrobial blue light to disinfect and neutralise up to 99.99 per cent of pathogens on surfaces and in the air.
The Festo Group achieved a positive result in the financial year 2024, on par with the previous year, as announced by the Chairman of the Management Board, Thomas Bck, at a press conference held during Hannover Messe in Germany on March 31. The company expanded its portfolio in electric and pneumatic automation, particularly in the areas of control technology and digital solutions, software, and AI.
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