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AutomationDirect has introduced Patlite industrial signal beacons designed to provide visual alerts for floor personnel. The beacons are offered in three series with various single-color options and feature a Fresnel lens that distributes light evenly across the globe surface, including the top. They are IP23 rated by default and can achieve an IP65 rating with… The post AutomationDirect adds Patlite signal beacons for visual alerts appeared first on Design World.
Image: REDARC Defence & Space In a significant move set to bolster the AUKUS defence industrial base, REDARC Defence & Space, Australian-owned manufacturer of robust power solutions for the defence and space industry, has signed a strategic teaming agreement with Projects Unlimited Inc (PUI). PUI is a highly respected U.S.-based aerospace and defense Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) provider.
Palantir Technologies and Divergent Technologies have agreed a strategic partnership to provide access to Divergents advanced manufacturing capabilities via Palantirs software platform. The collaboration will bring digitally manufactured parts to Palantirs Warp Speed and Foundry customers on-demand.
In a previous post I shared some general considerations and my thoughts when facing irrational and impetuous decisions that are designed to shake and somewhat disrupt the established order.
The $53 trillion manufacturing economy in the US is undergoing a major automation paradigm shift due to Artificial Intelligence (AI). Thanks to new practical frameworks, automation projects that were once impossible or inefficient to implement are now being fast-tracked, and robotics automation is becoming increasingly relevant to a growing number of users and scenarios.
Since the beginning, PC-based control technology from Beckhoff has benefited from a deliberate convergence of automation and IT standards. Current examples include the use of the latest industry-standard processor generations, high-quality, demand-optimized flash memory, and the long-term availability version of Windows 11. The latest CPU generations include Intel Atom x6 processors, the 11th generation of… The post Beckhoff upgrades industrial PCs with new processor generations and Window
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Aeriel photo of solar panels on a brown field. (CNW Group/Canada Infrastructure Bank) COUNTY OF NEWELL — The Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB), Alberta Indigenous Opportunities Corporation (AIOC), Selkirk Advisory Group Inc. (Selkirk) and Equitable Life of Canada (Equitable Life) are partnering to support Duchess Solar, a 19.8-megawatt solar facility being constructed in Duchess, Alberta, with a combined $48.1 million in financing.
Researchers have used advanced deep-sea imaging technology to provide detailed, high-definition images and video of a First World War submarine lying off the coast of California.
Witness live competitions and explore interactive workshops under one roof at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre. Images: WorldSkills Australia The 2025 National Championships & Skills Show highlights Australias top apprentices, trainees, and students who compete to put their talent, precision, and dedication to the test. Ai Group Comment Innes Willox, Chief Executive, Australian Industry Group From the power of welding to the precision of carpentry, the 2025 National Champions
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Lawsuit by 11,000 claimants calling for 6,000 a truck compensation follows 2016 EU ruling manufacturers were guilty of long-term price-fixing The UKs largest truck maker has been accused of stringing out legal proceedings to deny justice to about 11,000 truck hauliers seeking compensation for the manufacturers historical price fixing. The comments from the head of the Road Haulage Association (RHA) came almost nine years after the worlds largest truck companies, including UK leader DAF, Volvo, M
The world of manufacturing is evolving—and so must the factories that drive it. This eBook reveals five transformative strategies that can help manufacturers gain a lasting competitive edge. Through insights from aerospace leaders, energy innovators, and the factories of tomorrow, we show how manufacturers are moving beyond traditional approaches. From building smarter, adaptable systems to embracing iterative design and fostering resilient cultures, these strategies are shaping the future of pr
Keystone Electronics has expanded its range of PCB and SMT mounted fuse holders to include a series designed for photovoltaic (PV) systems. These new fuse holders are made to fit Solar (SPF) 5AG Midget Fuses (10x38mm). Rated for up to 30 Amps and 500 VDC, these holders, used with SPF fuses, provide a practical way… The post Keystone adds PCB and SMT fuse holders for PV applications appeared first on Design World.
Gilmour Space manufactures launch vehicles and satellite buses in its facility on the Gold Coast. Image: Gilmour Space The SIAAs Lisa Vitaris highlights Australias growing space industry and the many untapped opportunities it presents for manufacturers. SIAA Comment Lisa Vitaris, Director, IAC 2025 Sydney, Space Industry Association of Australia There is a world of potential awaiting Australian manufacturing, but most businesses are not even aware of it.
One of the three robots Ubitus developed was a humanoid robot built on NVIDIA Isaac GR00T N1. | Source: Ubitus Ubitus, a NVIDIA Connect member, this week announced that it has collaborated with MacKay Memorial Hospital to develop three AI-powered multi-modal medical robots. The company made the announcement at NVIDIA GTC Taiwan 2025. Tokyo-based Ubitus said NVIDIA technologies played a key role in developing healthcare automation intended to improve patient care and enhance efficiency.
As automation continues to evolve, the demand for smarter, more integrated solutions will only grow. The Accuride FULLELECTRIC® is a new approach to powered linear motion that represents the next evolution in system design. By integrating compact electric actuators directly into Accuride's industry leading drawer slides, this approach addresses the pain points of traditional systems while delivering reliable performance.
A considerable amount of engineering goes into making plastic surfaces look and feel good. To a large degree, surface texture is a user’s first impression of product quality, whether it’s on an automotive dashboard, smart phone or remote control. Plastic textures are often specified by choosing a sample reference number from one of several mold texture systems ( Figure 1 ).
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AutomationDirect has added additional drag chain options to route cables/hoses to moving components and help extend cable/hose life. The igus 2500 series cable/hose drag chains feature a snap-open mechanism along the chains outer radius to allow convenient access to the chains channel after installation.The hinged crossbar can be swiveled by more than 180 on both… The post New igus 2500 drag chains now available at AutomationDirect appeared first on Design World.
Image: andriano_cz/stock.adobe.com One of the countrys most popular toilet paper brands, Kleenex , is using its loo rolls for the greater good partnering with Bowel Cancer Australia on a nationwide campaign that encourages Aussies to break the taboo and check their poo. A key barrier to early detection of bowel cancer is a lack of symptom awareness in addition to stigma and taboos around checking poo.
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Source | Ceratizit Ceratizit’s OptiLine solid carbide end mills are designed for high-performance mold cutting, crafted from premium substrates with excellent tool geometry and a novel Dragonskin coating for optimized cutting. In addition, the solid carbide end mills are manufactured at Ceratizit’s Sacramento, California, facility for faster delivery and available in inch assortments.
With the robotic handling system KASTOsort tower, KASTO provides a solution that enables the automation of upstream and downstream manufacturing processes. Space-saving storage systems and high-performance saws are crucial for metal-working companies to store and cut sheet metal and metal bar stock. When processes need to run seamlessly and without operator intervention, robots come into play.
Carlo Gavazzi Automation, an international electronics group involved in the design, manufacture, and marketing of electronic equipment, has introduced the fourth generation of its photoelectric sensor amplifier. The new PAM03 series photoelectric amplifier was developed in response to customer input and experience with applications in harsh environments over the past forty years.
Your Industrial IoT software is never ready to scale unless your platform can handle multiple assets at enterprise-level, deploy on any cloud, and provide a modern tech stack for rapid application development with complete IP Ownership, all while reducing cloud operations costs by 90% per connected device. In the technical paper developed with the product team behind Flex83, find how you can build & own your custom IoT platform on the Flex83 Middleware that: Is Scale-ready for 65M+ Connected Ass
Image: Nick Brundle/stock.adobe.com The NSW Government has engaged with industry, community and union leaders in Wollongong on its new plans to establish NSWs first urban renewable energy zone (REZ). The REZ is planned to leverage the unique characteristics of the Illawarra region to deliver more affordable and reliable power to NSW homes and businesses.
Nexthink, the leader in Digital Employee Experience (DEX) management, today announces research showing that, as businesses grapple with falling employee productivity and staff overwhelmed by the growing complexity of the digital workplace, IT leaders believe merging departments could help turn the tide. The report; The Experience Silo: The Future of HR and IT , which surveyed 1,100 IT leaders, finds that 93% believe bringing IT and HR together would increase productivity, boost employee satisfa
Source | Progressive Components Progressive Components ’ Spring Cup ejector system component is designed to speed up and simplify the safe assembly of spring-loaded ejector systems, helping to prevent damage to ejector pins and components, and optimize valuable space within a mold’s design. Because mold assembly can be cumbersome and unsafe when overcoming spring pressure within an ejector system, Spring Cups enable all ejection components to be installed first, without the ejector s
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Motion Industries, Inc., a distributor of maintenance, repair, and operation replacement parts and provider of industrial technology solutions, has opened its first Canadian Motion Conveyance Solutions location. The new facility, located at 100-10725 74 St. SE, Calgary, Alberta, began operations on May 1, 2025. The site supports Motions operations in Western Canada.
Representational image. Credit: Gabriel Cassan/stock.adobe.com The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has announced $4.4 million in funding to South32 to support the development of steam electrification pathways at the Worsley Alumina Refinery in Western Australia. The alumina refining industry is Australias largest user of industrial process heat.
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