Mold Making Technology

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

To summarize, the year 2023 witnessed global political unrest, supply chain disruptions, and rising interest rates, leading many businesses to delay investments and save cash. The uncertainty is expected to persist in 2024, with The Economist describing it as a "second cold war" and "multipolar disorder."

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Mold Making Technology

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Source, all images: Gardner Intelligence Moldmaking activity slowed contraction in January for the second month in a row, with the Gardner Business Index (GBI) ending January at a reading of 47.1. Not to get ahead of ourselves, but 2024 seems to be off to an encouraging start. GBI: Moldmaking activity was up 2.6 points in January.

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Fastener News Desk

MAY 1, 2024

Suppliers continue to have capacity but work to improve lead times, due to their raw material supply chain disruptions. Operational output is still strong, and the supply chain has the capacity to support. It took some customers longer to replenish their supply chain network after the fourth-quarter rush we commonly have.

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Fastener News Desk

MARCH 29, 2024

–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Fastenal Company (Nasdaq: FAST) is proud to announce the publication of its 2024 ESG Report. FAST-G Taylor Ranta Oborski | Financial Reporting & Regulatory Compliance Manager | 507.313.7959 Source: Fastenal Company Going to Fastener Fair USA? WINONA, Minn.–(BUSINESS

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Modern Machine Shop

MAY 19, 2024

Source: Thyssenkrupp Materials Services Thyssenkrupp Materials Services recently opened a new steel service center in Sinton, Texas, on May 7, 2024. “With our new steel service center in Sinton, we are ensuring the flexible and reliable supply of high-quality materials to existing and new customers.

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Robotics Business Review

JANUARY 2, 2024

Source: LinkedIn As The Robot Report reported last October, one of the biggest autotech stories of the year was the stalling of Cruise after California’s Department of Motor Vehicles suspended its driverless testing license. Submit your nominations for innovation awards in the 2024 RBR50 awards. Elon Musk talks about autotech on X.

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Fastener News Desk

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

The Fastener Distributor Index (FDI) survey for January, 2024. The Fastener Distributor Index (FDI) was developed as a service to the fastener industry by the FCH Sourcing Network in 2012 to be a new benchmark for the fastener industry. The FDI opened the year inching up to 49.7 after December’s disappointing 47.5 in December).

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Gary Mintchell

APRIL 16, 2024

Here is one by a company called Makersite who touts their new approach called product lifecycle intelligence (PLI).

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Fastener News Desk

MARCH 15, 2024

The Fastener Distributor Index (FDI) survey for February, 2024. The Fastener Distributor Index (FDI) was developed as a service to the fastener industry by the FCH Sourcing Network in 2012 to be a new benchmark for the fastener industry. 2024 FDI REPORTS: Fastener Distributor Index (FDI) | January 2024 up from 49.7

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Robotics Business Review

MAY 6, 2024

Source: Agility Robotics To spread industrial settings, humanoid robots must prove their utility and integrate with enterprise systems. today announced that it has partnered with Zion Solutions Group, which it claimed will be the first systems integrator to offer a humanoid robot to the supply chain industry.

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Fastener News Desk

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

The Prices Index climbed into expansion (or ‘increasing’) territory as new pricing levels for 2024 went into effect.” WHAT RESPONDENTS ARE SAYING “The start of 2024 looks good. A few commodities are up in cost due to supply shortages. Cash flow will be tight in 2024.” TEMPE, Ariz. , Feb.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

APRIL 21, 2024

“We’re working closely with the Australian Government’s Jet Zero Council to overcome the challenges required to build a domestic SAF industry, such as feedstock availability, supply chain constraints and aligning to international standards,” said Camrass.

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Robotics Business Review

MAY 7, 2024

Source: Exotec To successfully deploy warehouse automation, an understanding of change management is as important as technical expertise. EDT on Thursday, May 16, 2024. Exotec is 2024 RBR50 Robotics Innovation Award Winner for its deployment of the Skypod system at Lane Automotive.

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Robotics Business Review

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Source: GXO Logistics While warehouse automation is not yet in most facilities, adoption is rising for mobile robots, automated storage and retrieval systems, and more. He has experience as an analyst, a consultant, and a supply chain strategist. ET at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center on Wednesday, May 1, 2024.

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OCTOBER 26, 2022

Despite the doors of MACH 2024 not opening for another eighteen months, the exhibition has already received strong support from members of the Manufacturing Technologies Association (MTA) with almost two-thirds of the exhibition space already sold. MACH 2024 opens its doors at the NEC in Birmingham on 15 th April 2024.

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DECEMBER 6, 2023

As we progress into 2024, the integration and evolution of artificial intelligence in various domains are not just changing; they are set to revolutionise the way we approach design, development, and deployment in these sectors. Expect announcements in late 2024 from Apple around its generative AI offering.

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JANUARY 10, 2024

Looking ahead to 2024: a year full of challenges for the European economy, but also lucrative opportunities. In 2024, companies will continue to be confronted with the effects of global political tensions, which are reflected in economic uncertainties. The availability and cost of supplies and market stability will also suffer.

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Fastener News Desk

OCTOBER 11, 2023

The Mexico production center will complement world-class fastener manufacturing facilities in Wood Dale, IL, and Droitwich Spa in the United Kingdom and continue the company’s near-shoring efforts to minimize supply chain risk.

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Fastener News Desk

JANUARY 31, 2024

” Here’s the stories you need to be following in fastener industry news, trends, acquisitions, and upcoming events making headlines the week of January 29, 2024. The deadline to nominate is February 12, 2024 Go to [link] to nominate today! The Gilchrist Foundation is accepting applications for their 2024 scholarship!

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Fastener News Desk

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

” Here’s the stories you need to be following in fastener industry news, trends, announcements, and upcoming events making headlines the week of February 26, 2024. Flying Squirrel” Be sure to listen in with hosts Eric Dudas and Brian Musker for the fastener industry’s favorite podcast and the voice of the FCH Sourcing Network.

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Canadian Manufacturing

APRIL 10, 2024

The need for circular reclamation of minerals is becoming increasingly vital, as primary sources diminish and geopolitical tensions create supply chain volatility and price instability. pH7 is set to expand its operations to include an additional demonstration plant in Burnaby in Q3 2024, spanning 30,000 sq.

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Robotics Business Review

APRIL 16, 2024

Source: Locus Robotics Locus Robotics Corp. Locus received a 2024 RBR50 award for hitting 2 billion picks. I instantly understood the potential this system had,” said Steve Banker, vice president of supply chain services at ARC Advisory Group.

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Fastener News Desk

MARCH 15, 2024

Fastener Fair USA returns to Cleveland, Ohio May 22-23, 2024 Norwalk, CT (March 14, 2023) – Fastener Fair USA is thrilled to announce that registration is open for the 2024 edition taking place at the Huntington Convention Center in Cleveland, Ohio on May 22 and 23. Attendees are invited to register here.

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Fastener News Desk

APRIL 22, 2024

4/18/24 | BLACKHAWK TEAM TULSA, OK (April 18, 2024) -BlackHawk Industrial, a market-leading distributor of metalworking and other mission-critical industrial products, continues to accelerate its expansion efforts with the announcement of two key appointments to its national Supply Chain Solutions vending operations team.

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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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MARCH 25, 2024

Wibu-Systems is set to return to Embedded World, scheduled for April 9-11, and will share an exhibition space with OSADL – the Open Source Automation Development Lab, at hall 4, booth 168. The post Trusted Digital Identities, Trusted IP, and Trusted Apps: Wibu-Systems’ Formula for Success at Embedded World 2024 appeared first on i4.0

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Canadian Manufacturing

JULY 12, 2023

Source: SEMI July 2023, Equipment Market Data Subscription; * Total equipment includes new wafer fab, test, and assembly and packaging. The expected 2024 recovery – to $100 billion – will be driven by both the front-end and back-end segments. and 16.4%, respectively, in 2024. billion in 2024. billion in 2024.

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MAY 9, 2024

The show, taking place from 15-16 May 2024 at the SEC, Glasgow, takes pride in being the largest low carbon energy and full supply chain renewables event. Our participation in the All-Energy Show is a fantastic opportunity to demonstrate how our advanced automation technologies can address these challenges head-on.

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Robotics Business Review

APRIL 26, 2024

The 2024 RBR50 Robotics Innovation Awards have recognized the Mushiny Intelligent 3D Sorter. Source: Mushiny WTWH Media has named Mushiny Co. a 2024 RBR50 Robotics Innovation Award winner this month. It recognized the Suzhou, China-based company for its Intelligent 3D Sorter as an innovative technology.

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Robotics Business Review

MARCH 28, 2024

Source: Locus Robotics Artificial intelligence promises to revolutionize robotics and industries including supply chain and logistics. At the 2024 Robotics Summit & Expo, Locus Robotics will offer some help in demystifying AI in the warehouse.

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E&T

JULY 22, 2022

The facility is backed by the government’s Automotive Transformation Fund, an £850 million programme to electrify Britain’s automotive supply chain. With rising geopolitical threats, Britain needs to move quickly to secure the rare earth minerals necessary to supply our future industries,” said business minister Kwasi Kwarteng.

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Robotics Business Review

APRIL 25, 2024

Source: Outrider Between the automated warehouse and self-driving long-haul vehicles, there is the opportunity to add robotics to yard management. Source: Outrider Outrider patent efforts advance Outrider now has 11 issued patents and over 50 pending patents in the U.S. Outrider Technologies Inc. and internationally.

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SMMT

DECEMBER 6, 2023

SMMT, alongside its EU counterparts, has warned consistently of the threat tougher locally sourced content requirements would pose to the industry on both sides of the Channel, if applied from 2024. We urge every party to get behind it.

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Canadian Manufacturing

JULY 13, 2023

Nova Scotia will host the summer meeting of Canada’s Premiers on July 15 – 17, 2024. Trade corridor infrastructure is critical to enhance and secure the vital supply chains, transportation networks, and market access needed to maximize economic potential and prosperity.

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Robotics Business Review

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Source: A3 After two years of record sales, North American robot orders declined by 30% in 2023, said the latest report from the Association for Advancing Automation, or A3. The organization said it expects the slowdown, particularly in automotive manufacturing, to continue until the second half of 2024. The Ann Arbor, Mich.-based

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Canadian Manufacturing

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Powered by British Columbia’s clean energy supply, the facility will become the largest factory in Canada for lithium-ion battery cells, producing up to 135 million battery cells each year. Construction of the E-One Moli Energy manufacturing facility is expected to begin in June 2024 and be fully operational in 2028.

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APRIL 21, 2023

Combining with MACH, the UK’s national event for inspiring, innovating and connecting manufacturing, and the new Engineering Supply Chain Show, the cluster represents a united front, dedicated to furthering the interests of engineering-based manufacturing in the UK, in turn boosting business opportunities for UK manufacturers.

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