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Intelligence at Scale

Gary Mintchell

This is part two of my reports from the Hexagon Live Global Event. I had been to one previous event for only a day. Hexagon is such a large company comprised of many parts that I had a bit of struggle understanding it all. The core Hexagon involves measurement, metrology. They have precision measurement tools for the small, medium, and very large targets.

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ABB introduces most compact, AI-powered AMR for payloads up to 1500 kg

Design World

• ABB extends leadership in AI-powered autonomous mobile robots with ultra-compact, high payload Flexley Mover P603 platform AMR • AI-driven Visual SLAM and integrated load sensing enable stable and autonomous navigation, including in challenging conditions · AMR Studio 4.0 version simplifies deployment with no-code programming and real-time fleet management ABB is extending its leadership in… The post ABB introduces most compact, AI-powered AMR for payloads up to 1500 kg appeared first on

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Brighter Signals emerges from stealth

Robotics Business Review

Brighter Signals provides a flexible multi-modal tactile sensor platform to detect and measure touch. | Credit: Adobe Stock Brighter Signals B.V., a sensing technology company, emerged from stealth today. The Amsterdam-based company, founded by Andrew Klein, Christine Fraser, and Edward Shim, announced its emergence from stealth mode along with the acquisition of a portfolio of fabric-based multi-modal tactile sensor patents.

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$10 million project to advance Australia’s green metals future

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Pavel Losevsky/stock.adobe.com The Australian government has funded $10 million to develop the domestic green metals industry across the iron, steel, alumina and aluminium sectors. The Green Metals Innovation Network (GMIN) – a collaboration between CSIRO and the Heavy Industry Low-carbon Transition Cooperative Research Centre (HILT CRC) – has been established for this development.

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Why Smart Factories Are the Only Path to Successful Onshoring

The golden age of offshoring is over, and simply bringing production home isn’t enough. This eBook breaks down why smart factories are the essential path to successful onshoring in a volatile global economy. You'll explore a shift from nostalgia to reinvention: how digital-first systems, real-time feedback loops, and empowered frontline teams make onshore production faster, more adaptive, and more resilient.

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UK to cut green levies on businesses in bid to reduce energy costs and boost manufacturing

The Guardian Manufacturing

Measure announced by Keir Starmer is key plank of government’s long-awaited industrial strategy 10-year plan The government is to slash green levies on thousands of businesses, in an effort to bring down sky-high energy costs for firms and boost the manufacturing sector in Labour heartlands. The measure is a key plank of the long-awaited industrial strategy, a 10-year plan to boost sectors ranging from the creative industries to manufacturing.

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AutomationDirect adds Endress+Hauser temperature transmitters

Design World

AutomationDirect has added Endress+Hauser iTHERM and iTEMP series temperature transmitters that offer precise and reliable temperature measurements with easy integration, a rugged design, flexible configurations, and IO-Link or HART communication options. Endress+Hauser’s TM311 iTHERM CompactLine integrates an RTD and transmitter in a stainless steel housing, featuring an adjustable temperature range within 32 to 302°F (0… The post AutomationDirect adds Endress+Hauser temperature tra

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Hexagon launches AEON humanoid robot for industrial applications

Robotics Business Review

The AEON humanoid could be used in the automotive, aerospace, manufacturing, and logistics industries. | Source: Hexagon Hexagon AB last week launched its first humanoid robot, AEON, at its flagship Hexagon LIVE Global event. The Zurich-based company said it specifically designed AEON to meet real-world customer needs and address labor shortages. “Hexagon’s legacy in precision measurement and sensor technologies has always been about enabling next-generation autonomy,” said Ola Rollén, the

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Lucid Expands in Phoenix with Nikola's Former Facility

Manufacturing.net

Lucid Motors takes over Nikola's Phoenix facility, adding 884,000 sq ft of manufacturing space and planning to create 500 new jobs in Arizona.

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Lotus plans to end UK sportscar production, putting 1,300 jobs at risk

The Guardian Manufacturing

Chinese owner Geely considering options that include closing Norfolk factory and moving Emira production to US Lotus is planning to end production of its sportscars in the UK and shift it to the US, a move that would put 1,300 jobs at risk and represent a major blow to the British car industry. The carmaker’s Chinese owner, Geely, is looking at options including manufacturing its Emira sportscar in the US, and permanently stopping production at its factory in Hethel, Norfolk, according to a pers

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Speeding Robotics Automation with AI

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.

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Read My Some of My Thoughts in Italian

Gary Mintchell

I’ve written a column for an Italian automation magazine for more than 10 years. Here is the latest one. From there, you can get an idea of what’s happening in Italy. The post Read My Some of My Thoughts in Italian appeared first on The Manufacturing Connection.

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AutomationCON 2025 highlights collaboration and learning

Design World

From April 29 to May 1, AutomationCON 2025 brought together 250 attendees, including customers, partners, and B&R engineers, for a program focused on automation and innovation. General session speakers included B&R’s CTO Florian Schneeberger, CSO Susana Gonzalez, VP software Sridharan Rangarajan, and global product manager Motion & Drives Wilfried Guerry.

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Are We Nearing the End of the Edge vs. Cloud Debate for Smart Robots?

Robotics Automation News

Robots have evolved from isolated, pre-programmed units to intelligent, connected collaborators. In this new era, one of the biggest questions that engineers, technologists, and robot operators continue to grapple with is: Are we nearing the end of the edge vs. cloud debate for smart robots?

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UK vehicle production constraints continue in May

SMMT

New car and commercial vehicle production volumes fall, by -32.8% as multiple challenges beset industry. US share of exports shrinks prior to government securing new agreement with biggest single market. Industry welcomes Industrial Strategy as crucial foundation for recovery, with rapid implementation and action on energy costs critical to restoring competitive edge.

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Are You Over-Complicating Your Linear Motion or Leaving It Out Altogether?

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.

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Gov’t grants to help Victorian manufacturers slash energy bills

AU Manufacturing

The Victorian Government is investing in the state’s manufacturing future with a $10 million grant initiative aimed at reducing energy costs, supporting local jobs, and accelerating industrial electrification in the food and beverage processing sector. Announced by Minister for Energy and Resources Lily D’Ambrosio and Minister for Industry and Advanced Manufacturing Colin Brooks, the grants are part of Round 3 of the Energy Innovation Fund.

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WA premier heads to UK to advance defence industry ties

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: razihusin/stock.adobe.com WA premier Roger Cook and Defence Industries minister Paul Papalia are leading a strategic mission to the UK and the Netherlands this week to boost Western Australia’s standing in the global defence sector and forge closer ties with key AUKUS partners. The five-day visit aims to strengthen WA’s role in the construction and sustainment of nuclear-powered submarines, following UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer’s announcement of plans to build up to 12 additional s

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Dodge Industrial introduces Sidewinder wrap coupling solution

Design World

Dodge Industrial, Inc., a manufacturer of power transmission components, has announced the launch of its new Sidewinder wrap coupling. Sidewinder includes patent-pending CoreStrike technology, designed to balance strength and flexibility in demanding applications. This design helps improve wear resistance and supports a longer service life for the coupling element.

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Podcast–Complexity is the Enemy

Gary Mintchell

CEOs in a recent survey complained they were not seeing results from digital transformation. Too much complexity, dashboards too complex, information not clear, silos of data. Maybe we’re looking at the wrong part of the problem. Maybe it’s not technology; it’s people. Listen on Overcast or your favorite podcast app or on LIbsyn. Or, watch on YouTube.

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How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control

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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Industrial Strategy can be springboard for UK auto success

SMMT

Industry welcomes launch of UK Industrial Strategy as auto sector can deliver £50bn economic boost and return Britain to a top 15 global auto manufacturing hub. Success depends on right conditions and the inclusion of automotive in proposals to bring down energy costs, given UK pays highest prices – and taxes – in Europe. Market stimulus essential as manufacturer discounting continues to shore up EV demand but has placed £6.5 billion mandate bill on companies.

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Black-I Robotics wins autonomous mobile robot picking challenge

Robotics Business Review

Black-I Robotics won the Chewy and MassRobotics’ CHAMP Challenge. | Source: MassRobotics Black-I Robotics won the Chewy Autonomous Mobile Picking (CHAMP) Challenge. The challenge aimed to create a system that can address a persistent and technically complex limitation in warehouse automation : enabling fully autonomous robots to handle large, heavy, and non-rigid items within dense and dynamic fulfillment center environments.

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Whiteley expands regional manufacturing with new therapeutics plant in NSW

AU Manufacturing

Australian manufacturer Whiteley has officially opened a new $25 million Human Therapeutics Plant in Tomago, New South Wales, in a move that represents a key development for regional manufacturing and healthcare supply capabilities across Australia and New Zealand. Whiteley has officially opened a new Human Therapeutics Plant in Tomago, New South Wales, marking what the company describes as a significant step forward for regional manufacturing and healthcare supply in Australia and New Zealand.

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VFD cable from AutomationDirect

Design World

AutomationDirect has added LUTZE SILFLEX FBP VFD cable that provides the ultimate solution for the cabling challenges faced by today’s food and beverage machine builders and processing companies. Phthalate-, talc-, and silicone-free cables reduce contamination risk and provide resistance to oils and fats that are common to food processing. SILFLEX FBP flexible VFD cables are… The post VFD cable from AutomationDirect appeared first on Design World.

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The Manufacturing Edge: Five Strategies to Outpace the Competition

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

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What You Become

Gary Mintchell

Ancient wisdom—You become what you think about. Shane Parrish writing in Brain Food, updated the thought. You become what you scroll. Don’t be like the loser in Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade about whom the Last Crusader remarked, “He chose poorly.” The post What You Become appeared first on The Manufacturing Connection.

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NIST Releases Extensive Video Update on Champlain Towers South Investigation

NIST Manufacturing

Skip to main content An official website of the United States government Here’s how you know Here’s how you know Official websites use.gov A.gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States. Secure.gov websites use HTTPS A lock ( Lock A locked padlock ) or [link] means you’ve safely connected to the.gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.

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NAU researchers release open-source exoskeleton framework

Robotics Business Review

Zach Lerner’s Biomechatronics Lab at NAU previously developed an exoskeleton to help children with cerebral palsy walk. | Source: Northern Arizona University Researchers at Northern Arizona University, or NAU, hope to enable a future where people with disabilities can walk on their own with the help of robotic legs. The university released an open-source robotic exoskeleton to help accelerate development.

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UK government unveils £275m investment in training and apprenticeships in England

The Guardian Manufacturing

Labour makes funding centrepiece of its industrial strategy in bid to counter Reform’s surge in so-called red wall The government will present a £275m investment in technical training and apprenticeships as the centrepiece of its long-awaited industrial strategy, in a direct challenge to Nigel Farage’s growing influence in England’s manufacturing heartlands.

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Build & Own Scale-Ready Industrial IoT Solution on Flex83 Middleware

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

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Widening the scope for machine tool designers with FORTiS™ enclosed encoder

Design World

For decades, machine tool builders and industrial users have recognized the Renishaw brand for calibration, probing, tool setting, gauging, and coordinate measurement. Renishaw has also developed a large open encoder product range based on modern optical technologies. These industry-proven encoders are used successfully for precision metrology and motion control applications across a broad range of… The post Widening the scope for machine tool designers with FORTiS™ enclosed encoder appear

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Northumbria University awarded EU grant to advance sustainable manufacturing in 3D-printed construction

AU Manufacturing

Northumbria University has been awarded over €250,000 under the European Union’s Marie Sk?odowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Fellowship to drive research into sustainable manufacturing processes for 3D-printed construction materials. The project, led by Associate Professor Keerthan Poologanathan, Head of Structural Engineering at Northumbria, focuses on developing low-carbon, 3D-printable geopolymer mortars using alternative alkaline activators sourced from agricultural and industrial waste.

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Cognex Launches OneVision To Accelerate AI-Powered Machine Vision

Control.com

Cognex has released OneVision, a new cloud-based software platform designed for industrial use that simplifies the development and scaling of AI-powered machine vision applications.

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