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maxon unveils High Efficiency Joint drive, a new actuator for dynamic robots

Design World

maxon has launched the High Efficiency Joint (HEJ) Drive 70-48-50, the newest addition to its High Efficiency Robotic Joints portfolio. This advanced actuator sets new standards in torque density and efficiency, catering specifically to autonomous mobile robots operating in unstructured environments such as humanoids, quadrupeds, exoskeletons, or mobile manipulators.

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ODVA Announces New Safety and Device Profiles for EtherNet/IP

Automation World

CIP Safety on EtherNet/IP now allows for concurrent connections while process device profiles expand to include RTD and thermocouple temperature sensors.

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Plex Connected Worker at Automation Fair

Gary Mintchell

Anthony Murphy, Vice President and Head of Product Management at Plex, a Rockwell Automation Company, met with me for a bit at the recent Automation Fair. I had toured the show floor captivated by the demo of the connected factory worker. I’ve followed the workflow technology for many years. Companies keep improving both the technology and the utility.

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World-leading Moderna vaccine facility opens in VIC

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: wacomka/stock.adobe.com The Southern Hemisphere’s only mRNA manufacturing facility has opened in Victoria to ensure world-class mRNA vaccines and medicines can be made in Australia. Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan today joined federal minister for Health and Aged Care Mark Butler and acting minister for Economic Growth Danny Pearson to open Moderna’s facility at Monash University’s Clayton campus.

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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?

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Inside a CNC-Machined Gothic Monastery in Wyoming

Modern Machine Shop

All images provided by the Monks of the Most Blessed Virgin Mary of Mount Carmel. The Carmelite monks of Wyoming — known formally as the Monks of the Most Blessed Virgin Mary of Mount Carmel — are a contemplative, cloistered community established in 2003 by two men in a remote Rocky Mountain territory in Meeteetse, Wyoming, about a two-hour drive west of the Bighorn National Forest.

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Nvent at Automation Fair

Gary Mintchell

A marketing person offered a meeting with Sanu Warrier, Software Product Director at nVent during the recent Automation Fair. I have not kept up with all mergers and acquisitions. NVent is the parent company of Hoffman enclosures and much more. My last update from this company was several years ago. I was familiar with electrical enclosure layout CAD software.

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Optimizing Energy Efficiency Through Multi-Use Monitoring Relays

Design World

Sponsored by Altech. Monitoring relays are essential for the safe and efficient operation of electrical systems. They continuously monitor critical parameters such as voltages, currents, frequencies and phase rotation, triggering a response when abnormalities arise. For example, they can prevent motors from overheating due to unbalanced loads, which could lead to uneven wear and tear… The post Optimizing Energy Efficiency Through Multi-Use Monitoring Relays appeared first on Design World.

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The Value of Edge Computing that Nobody Talks About

Automation World

What you think you know about edge computing may be wrong, leading you to miss out on simple, cost-effective ways to advance your digital transformation while delivering bottom-line business value.

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Energy giant announces $200 million green hydrogen investment

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Zainab / stock.adobe.com Japanese oil company, ENEOS, is set to increase its production of green hydrogen using its own technology in Queensland. From 2026, ENEOS will produce up to 680 kilograms of green hydrogen per day at Bulwer Island by building and running a $200 million demonstration plant. Minister for Finance, Trade, Employment and Training Ros Bates, who is leading the current trade mission to Japan and the Republic of Korea, said the announcement highlighted Queensland’s contin

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Stratus ztC Endurance Platform

Gary Mintchell

I think this is the last of the meetings I had at Automation Fair last month. The team at Stratus discussed the ztC Endurance platform. Stratus is know for high availability, redundant server and compute technology. This new platform enables organizations to run critical applications without downtime or data loss, in edge or data center environments, using intelligent, predictive fault tolerance based on Stratus redundant hardware architecture, hardened drivers, and Stratus Automated Uptime Laye

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The Future of Manufacturing: Behind-the-Scene Insights from the IMTS Conference

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HORIBA MIRA Partners with Monolith to Enhance its Battery Testing Through AI

i4.0 today

Monolith, artificial intelligence (AI) software provider to the world’s most innovative engineering teams, has been selected by Europe’s leading automotive engineering consultancy HORIBA MIRA as its AI partner for data-driven battery and powertrain development and testing. The partnership will provide a value-add technical offer for existing HORIBA MIRA and Monolith customers, as well as an attractive option for other OEM vehicle manufacturers and Tier 1 battery suppliers looking to enhance thei

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Festo introduces VTUX valve terminal

Design World

Festo introduces its new flagship valve terminal, the VTUX. The VTUX can serve as I/O, remote I/O, and decentralized I/O. These compact and rugged IP65/67-rated terminals can be located anywhere on a machine that boosts operational performance and original equipment manufacturer (OEM) installation productivity. VTUX modularity results in less inventory and lower overhead costs.

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What is the Value of Managed Ethernet Switches?

Automation World

Why are managed industrial Ethernet switches the right choice for manufacturers serious about Industry 4.0? Take this quiz to find out.

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AMP Robotics raises $91M to accelerate deployment of recycling systems

Robotics Business Review

AMP ONE is designed to capture billions of dollars in value otherwise lost to landfills or incineration annually. Source: AMP Robotics AMP Robotics Corp. today said it has has raised $91 million in corporate equity in a Series D financing. The Louisville, Colo.-based company plans to use its latest funding to accelerate deployment of its AMP ONE systems, which uses artificial intelligence and robotics to sort municipal solid waste, or MSW.

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CNC Design Guide: Enhance Machining for Precision, Efficiency, and Cost Reduction

Unlock the full potential of CNC machining with our comprehensive design guide. Learn how to optimize your designs for precision, efficiency, and cost savings. Gain key insights on part complexity, tolerances, materials, finishes, and much more. Whether you’re developing prototypes or production parts, our guide offers practical tips to streamline your process and ensure high-quality results.

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Diamond battery able to power devices for thousands of years unveiled

E&T

Scientists and engineers from the UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) and the University of Bristol have teamed up to create the world’s first carbon-14 diamond battery.

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First AUKUS Defence industry contracts awarded

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: razihusin/stock.adobe.com The Federal Government has awarded several contracts under a qualification process that paves the way for the Australian businesses to enter UK and US submarine supply chains. The Defence Industry Vendor Qualification (DIVQ) Program aims to enable Australian businesses to supply their products and services into the AUKUS trilateral submarine industrial base.

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Midwest Motion Products unveils MMP D22-376B-12V GP52-014 EU-1024

Design World

Midwest Motion Products has announced MMP D22-376B-12V GP52-014 EU-1024, a brushed 12V DC gearmotor with a 1024 CPR integral optical feedback encoder, capable of producing up to 16 in-lbs continuous torque and 34 in-lbs peak torque with an output speed of 206 RPM. Description: Brushed 12V DC gearmotor with 1024 CPR integral optical feedback encoder.… The post Midwest Motion Products unveils MMP D22-376B-12V GP52-014 EU-1024 appeared first on Design World.

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FABTECH 2024 Recap: Metal fabrication industry panel looks to 2025

The Fabricator

FABTECH panelists predict robust growth for the metal fabrication industry by the end of 2025. Their message: Be ready to embrace opportunity.

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How to Drive Cost Savings, Efficiency Gains, and Sustainability Wins with MES

Speaker: Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions

Is your manufacturing operation reaching its efficiency potential? A Manufacturing Execution System (MES) could be the game-changer, helping you reduce waste, cut costs, and lower your carbon footprint. Join Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions, in this value-packed webinar as he breaks down how MES can drive operational excellence and sustainability.

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Rockwell Automation and Microsoft Unite to Advance Industrial Manufacturing

Control.com

Rockwell Automation and Microsoft Corp. build upon their collaborative journey with their latest partnership initiative, bringing Azure IoT Operations and FactoryTalk Optix together to evolve the industrial landscape.

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Vodafone and Three given approval to merge – but only if 5G commitments are met

E&T

Mobile networks Vodafone and Three have been given the go-ahead to proceed with a merger on the understanding that the firms sign binding commitments to invest billions in rolling out enhanced 5G infrastructure across the UK.

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Highlights from the Advanced Manufacturing Readiness Facility Showcase 2024

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Prime Creative Media This morning marked a milestone in the journey towards the opening of Bradfield’s Advanced Manufacturing Readiness Facility (AMRF), a hub that accelerates innovation by providing businesses with advanced technology, expertise, training, and networks to grow faster, reduce risks, and compete globally. The AMRF 2024 Showcase in Penrith, brought together industry leaders and innovators to discuss a facility that in the near future will be able to advance capabiliti

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Midwest Motion Products introduces MMP BL58-412F-48V GP52-014 EU-1024

Design World

Midwest Motion Products has announced MMP BL58-412F-48V GP52-014 EU-1024, a 48V brushless DC gearmotor, which has a 349 RPM output speed, 53 in-lbs continuous torque, and 163 in-lbs peak torque and includes an integral feedback encoder. Description: Brushed 48V DCgearmotor with 1024 CPR integral optical feedback encoder capable of producing up to 53 in-lbs continuous… The post Midwest Motion Products introduces MMP BL58-412F-48V GP52-014 EU-1024 appeared first on Design World.

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How To Select the Right Software for Innovation Management

Finding the right innovation management software is like picking a racing bike—it's essential to consider your unique needs rather than just flashy features. This oversight can stall your innovation efforts. Download now to explore key considerations for success!

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What is a Citizen Integrator?

Seeburger

The concept of the citizen integrator is gaining prominence among professionals exploring iPaaS Integration (Integration Platform as a Service). But what exactly is a citizen integrator, and how do they fit into corporate integration strategies?

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Yokogawa Releases OpreX Batch MES for Improved Chemical Processing

Control.com

The new OpreX Batch MES software package is designed to reduce errors and headaches in small-batch manufacturing of fine chemicals like fragrances and semiconductor photoresists.

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How to Automate a Prototyping Shop

Modern Machine Shop

The KAD Models team has nicknamed its FANUC M-710 i C robot “Ripley.” It (and the rest of the AX5) are paired with a Haas UMC750 five-axis machine. The facility also has three other five-axis mills, one lathe, and seven 3+1-axis mills. Images courtesy of FANUC America. Prototyping shops and automation are a seemingly counterintuitive pairing.

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WA Gov’t and AMGC launch wind energy manufacturing program

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Peera / stock.adobe.com WA businesses seeking to be a part of the local wind energy manufacturing supply chain can now apply for co-investment to cover up to 50 per cent of eligible project costs under the Wind Energy Manufacturing Co-Investment Program. The funds will be made available through a co-investment and advice program co-created by the WA Government and AMGC with $8 million allocated by the WA Government.

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How To Align Product Management And Supply Chain Operations For Successful Product Launches

Speaker: Shalini Dinesh

Effective cross-functional collaboration and communication heavily influence product launch success. Research shows that as many as 70% of product launches fail due to inadequate coordination among stakeholders, including supply chain, product management, legal, marketing, and change control teams (Gartner, 2022). The 2023 Supply Chain Insights Report highlights that 60% of supply chain disruptions are caused by poor communication and misalignment among cross-functional teams.

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binder redesigned its molded M16 connectors for harsh environments

Design World

binder has introduced a new generation of molded M16 connectors for harsh conditions and demanding environments. The versatile M16 circular connectors are designed for applications ranging from heavy-duty machinery, such as construction cranes and excavators, to precision-driven laboratory equipment. These connectors must meet diverse requirements, ensuring stable and reliable connections in extreme conditions, such as… The post binder redesigned its molded M16 connectors for harsh environ

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May Mobility launches autonomous shuttle service at Toyota site

Robotics Automation News

May Mobility, an autonomous driving technology company, has launch a corporate autonomous vehicle service that will utilize the Toyota-manufactured e-Palette vehicle. The mobility-as-a-service (MaaS) vehicle platform will be operated in Toyota’s Miyata factory, in Fukuoka, Japan. The full name of the site is the Toyota Motor Kyushu (TMK) Miyata factory.

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Automation News Roundup: Wrapping up 2024

Control.com

Many new products are released around tradeshows and the automation industry is no exception. Following recent shows, check out some of the exciting new developments from your favorite manufacturers.

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US Unveils Fresh Export Curbs Targeting China's Chip Sector

Industry Week

The new U.S. rules include controls on two dozen types of chip-making equipment and three kinds of software tools for developing or producing semiconductors.

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The Secrets to Zero-Waste Manufacturing: A ex-SpaceX Start-up Case Study

Sit down with Karan Talati, CEO of First Resonance, to explore the significant contributors to waste in the manufacturing industry. Karan delves into two critical areas: material waste and data waste. He discusses how material waste impacts costs and efficiency, and the often-overlooked issue of data waste—where valuable data is not captured, leading to inefficiencies in managing inventory and operations.