Modern Machine Shop

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

There has been a shift in how the manufacturing industry thinks about automation. With no end in sight to the labor shortage, automation is becoming a necessity, especially for smaller manufacturers. Automation is no longer optional for these manufacturers. Finally, we have a story from Athena Manufacturing.

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Automation Mag

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Global technology intelligence firm ABI Research reports that artificial intelligence (AI) will transform quality management systems (QMS) software by allowing manufacturers to close the loop on quality management more effectively, driving quality initiatives across the production lifecycle from design to control.

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Modern Machine Shop

JUNE 4, 2024

This year marks the 50 th anniversary of Mazak North American manufacturing operations in Florence, Kentucky. Through its focus in manufacturing innovation and technology, engineering and customer support, the company has positioned itself as a leader of the North American manufacturing industry. Source: Mazak Corp.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

AUGUST 13, 2024

Blum-Novotest, leading supplier of innovative and high-quality measuring and testing technology, will be presenting several product highlights for the automation of machining processes at the IMTS 2024 in Chicago, IL (Booth 134710 East Building).

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i4.0 today

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Critical Manufacturing, a leader in advanced Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and a subsidiary of ASMPT, reports that it has been named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Manufacturing Execution Systems 2024-2025 Vendor Assessment (doc #US51813624, November 2024).

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i4.0 today

APRIL 28, 2025

This is particularly relevant for applications such as condition monitoring, process control, and remote maintenance. Thanks to the support for Ethernet-based fieldbuses such as EtherCAT, PROFINET and EtherNet/IP, the SIG300 ensures flexible integration into a wide range of control systems. Today Magazine.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

MAY 16, 2024

At IMTS 2024, ANCA CNC Machines has much to offer the market and is also celebrating several highpoints in its storied history. ANCA, a global leader in CNC grinding machines and automated manufacturing technologies, celebrates its 50th anniversary, displaying its latest innovations at IMTS.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

JUNE 14, 2024

The IMTS show is the place where the creators, builders, sellers, and drivers of manufacturing technology come to connect and be inspired. Eight machines plus the newest ANCA CNC Machines’ (Wixom, MI) ANCA Integrated Manufacturing System (AIMS) will be featured in Booth N-237406. million net square feet of show floor.

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Gary Mintchell

AUGUST 19, 2024

The closing of the transaction is planned for the turn of the year 2024/2025 and is subject to approval by antitrust authorities. As a key aspect of the strategic partnership, Endress+Hauser will take over sales and service for process analysis and gas flow measurement technology completely.

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Gary Mintchell

JULY 7, 2023

27-29, 2024. The post Registration Now Open for Emerson’s New Software-Focused Automation Conference appeared first on The Manufacturing Connection. Emerson will also host an Exchange user conference for customers in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa in Düsseldorf, Germany, Feb.

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Gary Mintchell

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

The contract is expected to be signed before the end of the first quarter of 2024, while closing of the transaction is scheduled for the middle of next year. The post SICK and Endress+Hauser Want To Join Forces in Process Automation appeared first on The Manufacturing Connection.

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Gary Mintchell

APRIL 10, 2024

In addition, when connected to a plant’s control and safety systems, it enables the utilization of manufacturing site data that has been acquired by robots, and the issuing of procedural instructions to robots, thus enabling the first step to be taken toward autonomous plant operations.

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Control Engineering

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Understand leading Control Engineering topics include control systems, motors and drives, process instrumentation and sensors, system integration, industrial networking and new automation products. Each year Control Engineering asks subscribers what topics to cover and for advice on how to automate more effectively.

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Dinesh Mishra

AUGUST 30, 2023

Despite mixed forecasts for the sheet metal working industry, re-bookings for EuroBLECH 2024 have hit new heights: 15 months ahead of show opening, 80% of available stand space in the nine exhibition halls have already been reserved, and the show team is now embarking on the mammoth task of allocating the new exhibitor bookings.

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ATS

MARCH 20, 2024

Share Lack of data on products and processes is no longer a problem for manufacturers. This blog explains the digital thread concept and what it does in manufacturing. Digital records permeate every aspect of manufacturing business. Design data is available to manufacturing and quality. What is a digital thread ?

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Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

AUGUST 28, 2024

The global biomanufacturing capacity gap and budget constraints have ignited the “The Fourth Revolutionary Wave of Biologics Manufacturing”, with production sites expanding towards million-liter scales. In this context, Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations (CDMOs) have become key players in global biomanufacturing.

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Gary Mintchell

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Honeywell announced February 5, 2024 it is driving new automation capabilities into Experion Process Knowledge System (PKS), with Release R530. The post Honeywell Releases Significant Updates to Experion Process Knowledge System appeared first on The Manufacturing Connection.

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ATS

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Share Most manufacturing processes are extremely complex, and there are many ways in which things can go wrong. PFMEA is a structured process for identifying risks and defining and prioritizing preventive actions. PFMEA in manufacturing supports plant maintenance operations by identifying priorities for servicing and repair.

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MEM

JULY 4, 2023

ArcelorMittal Construction has awarded ABB a contract to deploy solutions specifically designed for metals processing at its cold rolling mill in Contrisson, France, as part of a modernization project. The project is expected be completed in the first quarter of 2024.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

AUGUST 27, 2024

The Connected Process Control platform delivers a powerful, web-based solution enabling process control, operator guidance, traceability and data collection down to the task level. The software is specialized for make-to-order manufacturing, discrete manufacturing and process manufacturing.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

JULY 10, 2023

During more than two decades with CSIRO I’ve witnessed and been part of numerous digital innovations across Australian manufacturing and other industries. Globally and domestically the manufacturing industry is at a challenging point. Some in the manufacturing industry will be familiar with ROS and its current version ROS2.

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Modern Machine Shop

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

My colleague Derek Korn and I were recently asked to select a metalworking and machining topic and conduct a live Q&A about it on the main stage at IMTS 2024 this past September. This column will offer a bit of both but lean toward the latter. If you stay tuned, you can read about each of them right here.

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Control Engineering

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Maturity level is often applied in technology adoption applications, and four energy readiness maturity levels were offered to manufacturers and facility engineers Nov. He added that energy accounts for at least 5% of an average manufacturing company’s cost, and energy saving measures could save 10% to 30% of energy costs.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

AUGUST 1, 2024

Five-axis CMMS, new Flexible Gauging System and Versatile Scanning Option Automation, advanced data analytics, growing demand for in-process measuring and increasing focus on precision manufacturing are reshaping metrology’s role in manufacturing. They also need a service provider they can depend on.” Caron Engineering, Inc.

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Dinesh Mishra

JUNE 24, 2024

How does Jinabakul Forge Pvt Ltd maintain consistency and accuracy in the manufacturing process of TRB races, THU races, DGBB races, HUB Gen 1 and Gen 3 rings, and CRB rings? As we all are aware, India is now become an epicenter for manufacturing activity , there is always a challenge in getting skilled manpower.

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Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

AUGUST 12, 2024

SAN ANTONIO, 12 th August 2024 – Chromatography instruments and modular test equipment are revolutionising scientific analysis and industrial testing. Manufacturers are increasingly focusing on providing reliable and efficient service, enhancing customer experience, and driving sales in a competitive market.

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Dinesh Mishra

JUNE 24, 2024

At Garud Allied Technologies, we uphold stringent quality control measures to ensure the reliability and performance of our products. Our systematic program of process control, aligned with ISO 9002 standards, encompasses various aspects of quality management.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

AUGUST 22, 2024

A user can take a measurement, view the results and graphics full screen, save data, and reload it for comparison and statistical process control. ” *As of June 2024. Athol, MA), a leading global manufacturer of precision measuring tools and gauges, metrology systems and more, has introduced the No. Starrett Co.

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ATS

MARCH 8, 2024

Share Manufacturers, from those in the continuous process industries to discrete parts and batch production, are increasingly reliant on sensors and sensor data for safety, efficiency and quality. This blog looks at the role of data collection sensors in modern manufacturing and how that data is stored and acted on.

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Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

OCTOBER 15, 2024

CLICK HERE to uncover the top 15 companies in the ACW industry for 2024 based on growth potential and innovation capacity. Compression of Value Chains Automating Routine Tasks with Robotics Relieving workers from mundane, repetitive tasks by integrating robotics into industrial processes.

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Mold Making Technology

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Source: Stock, Copilot In early 2024, the Department of Defense (DOD) launched a mapping initiative to identify domestic manufacturers, including moldmakers, to strengthen national security through reliable, U.S.-based The DOD’s 2024 mapping initiative identifies U.S. based production.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Also featured is FANUC’s communication interface for a third-party fiber laser using high-speed I/O to ensure high-precision process control. New Abrasive Process Solutions Program Equipped to Solve Wide Range of Challenges. A FANUC M-10 i D/16S material handling robot will assist by loading and unloading the parts.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

Additionally, its advanced process control mechanisms prioritize plate protection and consumable efficiency, minimizing downtime and maximizing output. With four gas-connect console options, the XPR460 offers unparalleled flexibility and control over the cutting process.

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Dinesh Mishra

JANUARY 30, 2023

HSTEC specializes in the development, manufacture, and repair of high-speed motor spindles and fixtures. The final core area of expertise in the CHIRON Group is in additive manufacturing products and solutions. Now with newer technologies, we see a good opportunity, demand, and growth for additive manufacturing.

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Foley

JULY 11, 2023

Agility and resiliency remain essential attributes for manufacturers in 2023. Manufacturers are no longer focused on figuring out when things will return to “normal.” Most major automobile manufacturers have set aggressive goals to electrify their fleets, many in the range of 40-50% by the mid-2030s.

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i4.0 today

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

The new Research & Development (R&D) facility aims to develop innovative solutions in advanced manufacturing. The Solutions Centre showcases some of our most advanced innovations, which are already being used in the industry and play a crucial role in improving manufacturing processes. Today Magazine.

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Gary Mintchell

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Over a period of 40 years I have noticed the change from large manufacturing sites to large warehousing sites to large healthcare sites. Reports of sales and jobs from the US manufacturing sector have been depressing. We have had many years of successful reshoring that seem to have yielded little momentum for US manufacturing.

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