Fastener News Desk

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Acquisition Expands Colony’s Distribution Footprint within Michigan. November 09, 2022 08:00 AM Eastern Standard Time. ORANGE, Conn.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Colony Hardware, Inc. (“Colony” or the “Company”), a leading direct-to-jobsite distributor of construction materials and jobsite supplies has announced the acquisition of B&L Bolt, Inc. and Slip-On Lock Nut, LLC (“B&L”), a Michigan-based value-added distributor of strut, fasteners, power tools, and other supplies to construction

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Design World

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Design World’s yearlong event recognizes engineering companies, teams and individuals for innovation and engineering excellence. The Design World Network has announced the winners of the 2022 Leadership in Engineering program. Leadership in Engineering is an industry recognition program which acknowledges corporate engineering leadership across several disciplines.

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SMMT

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

UK used car transactions fall -12.2% in Q3 2022 with 1,785,447 vehicles changing hands. Second consecutive quarter of decline as new car supply shortages hit volumes. Battery electric vehicle demand continues rise as sales grow 44.1% to 16,775. Download the used car sales report for Q3 2022. The UK’s used car market fell for the second consecutive quarter this year, declining -12.2% over the three months of July to September, according to the latest figures published today by the Society of Moto

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Design World

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Force Control dynamometers featuring Positorq oil shear load brakes absorb extreme torque at very low speed, down to zero rpm. This allows them to accurately capture data at these critical junctures when dynos equipped with traditional load brakes cannot. Oil Shear Technology can provide instant load spikes and static lockup of up to three times… The post Dynamometers with Positorq oil shear load brakes test to zero rpm appeared first on Design World.

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Discover how CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) transformed and revitalized Broderick's manufacturing plant in 5 productive ways. Before the CMMS, the plant faced challenges such as reactive maintenance due to staff shortages, inefficient inventory management, and poor team communication. With the CMMS, the plant experienced increased equipment uptime, streamlined maintenance processes, enhanced inventory management, improved communication, and better decision-making through real-

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Automation World

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

The SL20 Palletizer makes automation faster and more accessible for small to mid-sized factories.

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Design World

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

PBC Linear, a Pacific Bearing Company, continues to strengthen its Applied Cobotics brand with the latest product offering, the Cobot Feeder. This essential automation tool will help small- to medium-sized companies boost their robot production without significant increases in labor, and ultimately see a higher return on their investments. Cobot Feeder The Cobot Feeder from… The post PBC Linear expands Applied Cobotics product line with Cobot Feeder appeared first on Design World.

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Design World

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

ODVA announces that conformance testing is now available for EtherNet/IP network-enabled devices that communicate over the Ethernet-APL physical layer. Conformance testing verifies the Ethernet-APL physical layer functionality by checking that the different port types properly adhere to the relevant specifications. The EtherNet/IP communication network functionality is also confirmed as a part of this process.

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Additive Manufacturing

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

MINNEAPOLIS, Nov. 9, 2022 — Chromatic 3D Materials has launched ChromaScan, an additive manufacturing software for printing resin on non-planar surfaces. This new technology allows manufacturers to 3D print durable, flexible materials directly onto substrates of any shape including metal, plastic and textiles. The result is industrial-strength adhesion between the printed material and the substrate without post processing or assembly. . “Hyperbolic print paths are challenging for e

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NIST

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Digitization and connectivity are having a huge impact on more than just your manufacturing operations and ability to monetize data. Your vulnerabilities also are increasing as Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) manufacturing solutions involve more software, devices and digitally connected employees. The manufacturing industry continues to be at high cyber risk as a result of global competition and geopolitical tensions.

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Plastics News

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

To reduce its own electrical costs and be more sustainable, German machinery maker Dr. Boy GmbH & Co. KG has installed solar panels at the production part of its headquarters site. "It was a big investment, but you've got to move in this direction," Boy Machines Inc. President Marko Koorneef said.

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Generative AI is upending the way product developers & end-users alike are interacting with data. Despite the potential of AI, many are left with questions about the future of product development: How will AI impact my business and contribute to its success? What can product managers and developers expect in the future with the widespread adoption of AI?

Control.com

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Learn how to rapidly prototype an Arduino-compatible PLC automation circuit without using wires. This hands-on project will illustrate this PLC prototyping concept utilizing the Freenove Projects Kit board.

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Plastics News

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Fans of vintage outdoor holiday decorations hit the jackpot this weekend in Pennsylvania where nearly 2,000 pieces of blow molded decorations belonging to a Nebraska collector were auctioned off.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

With close to half-a-million vacant jobs in Australia, Weld Australia recently hosted a Welding Employment Expo to help facilitate connections between prisoners and prospective employees. Australia’s prison population continues to grow at a rate that is four times that of the general population. According to the most recent figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics, from 30 June 2020 to 30 June 2021, the total number of Australian prisoners increased by 5 per cent to 42,970.

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Plastics Today

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Highly efficient recyclable plastic packaging design was made possible by collaboration between Beiersdorf, Borealis, Clariant, and Siegwerk.

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Speaker: Kevin Kai Wong, President of Emergent Energy Solutions

In today's industrial landscape, the pursuit of sustainable energy optimization and decarbonization has become paramount. ♻️ Manufacturing corporations across the U.S. are facing the urgent need to align with decarbonization goals while enhancing efficiency and productivity. Unfortunately, the lack of comprehensive energy data poses a significant challenge for manufacturing managers striving to meet their targets. 📊 Join us for a practical webinar hosted by Kevin Kai Wong of Emergent Ene

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Manufacturer's Monthly

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

The Australian Industry Group (Ai Group) Australian Performance of Manufacturing Index (Australian PMI®) eased slightly, dropping 0.6 points to 49.6 points in October 2022, indicating broadly stable conditions. This is the third month of flat conditions, following positive results between February and July. Results below 50 points indicate contraction, with lower results indicating a faster rate of contraction.

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Modern Materials Handling

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

VDC Research’s David Krebs provides an update on automatic identification and data capture solution adoption and how the hardware and software help companies achieve their warehouse and DC throughput goals in the tight labor market.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

The Australian Government has partnered with industry and awarded over $18 million for 12 projects under the first round of the Emerging Aviation Technology Partnerships (EATP) program. The EATP program commits $32.6 million to June 2024 to make Australian aviation more competitive, efficient and sustainable. The remaining funding will be allocated as part of round two.

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E&T

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

It was on 8 October 2022 at 6:07am local time that an explosion occurred on the Kerch-bound lanes of the road section of the Crimean Bridge. Two entire road spans collapsed into Crimean territorial waters in the strategically important Kerch Strait that separates Russia from the annexed territory of Crimea. Seven fuel tankers of a 59-wagon train caught fire on the parallel rail section, which also incurred structural damage.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

When it comes to manufacturing, I am a realistic optimist. So, before we start talking about why manufacturing innovation matters in Australia, it is important to reflect on the challenges we face. Much news has been made of Australia’s further slide down the rankings of the Economic Complexity Index (ECI). We now sit in the bottom third, ranked 91 of 133 countries measured.

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E&T

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Personal transport has reached a pivotal point in its evolution as self-driving cars shift drivers’ focus away from the road and towards the interior cabin, where an array of technological distractions are being developed to help them work, play, shop or socialise. Experts predict autonomous cars will become mobile entertainment/infotainment ‘pods’ where consumers watch immersive films and TV, game in virtual reality (VR), or use windscreens as a lens to the outside world using augmented reality

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Manufacturer's Monthly

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Swinburne University ’s Aerostructures Innovation Research Hub (AIR Hub) will develop and trial Australia’s first hydrogen-propelled drone, thanks to a $1.3 million grant from the Australian Government’s Emerging Aviation Technology Partnerships program. The Hydrogen to the Skies (H22S) project will design and integrate a new hydrogen propulsion system into a large-scale drone, working with Australian partners to help spearhead the commercial development of clean, zero emissions uncrewed air sys

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Modern Materials Handling

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Modern's editor sat down with Alison Zitzke, Senior Project Manager at Orbis Corporation do discuss her background in sustainable packaging.

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As engineers push the boundaries of innovation with groundbreaking hardware products, their success depends largely on the speed and efficiency of production. The challenge? Manual processes and disparate systems lead to multiple versions of documents, incomplete records, and duplicated work, creating a chaotic system of records that is difficult to manage.

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Plastics Today

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Inventory drawdowns, which have been substantial, could give producers renewed pricing power.

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Control Engineering

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Robotic process automation insights. The demand is increasing for robotic process automation in healthcare, as robotic process automation can mimic human interaction. The demand, according to Future Market Insights, will lead to substantial growth over the next decade, projecting to reach almost $70 billion by 2032. According to a Future Market Insights study, ESOMAR-certified market research and consulting firm, the robotic process automation market is anticipated to record a compound annual gr

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AU Manufacturing

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

More than 230 companies have expressed interest in boosting local renewable energy supply chain opportunities in Queensland as part of the state’s SuperGrid manufacturing and jobs boom. . This progress comes nearly a month after the Queensland government launched its Energy and Jobs Plan and Energy Manufacturing Opportunity Prospectus. . Deputy Premier and Minister for State Development Steven Miles said companies from the state, across Australia, and abroad, have quickly recognised the potentia

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Plastics News

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Conduit extruder Atkore Inc. is expanding again, this time purchasing the assets of Lovelady, Texas-based Elite Polymer Solutions for $91.6 million.

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Canadian Manufacturing

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

TORONTO — With Canada’s economy hampered by a shortfall of skilled trades professionals, Centennial College is welcoming a gift of $420,000 in scholarship funding from the Canerector Foundation that will support as many as 100 first-year students enrolled in 21 skilled trades programs over the next four years. “We are pleased to announce the Canerector Foundation’s donation to Centennial College for scholarships and mentorships for skilled trades students,” said Ama

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AU Manufacturing

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Additive manufacturing company SPEE3D has successfully completed the first hot fire test for a prototype rocket engine in Darwin as part of its SPACE3D Project. . The SPACE3D project seeks to revolutionise the space industry, all while supporting the local economy and creating more jobs in the Northern Territory. . The prototype is the first in a series of rocket engines and components that will be manufactured and tested over the next 18 months. .

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Canadian Manufacturing

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

TORONTO — The Ontario government is providing over $10 million to help Mitacs — an organization that builds research partnerships between postsecondary institutions and industry — create 2,700 paid internships for postsecondary students which will help them gain the skills they need to secure in-demand jobs after graduation. This latest investment supports high-quality research in the province.

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Modern Materials Handling

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Autonomous forklift company targets receiving dock workflows, adds former KUKA executives to its board

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Next-gen manufacturers are redesigning factories to enable agility at every stage of production. From more timely communication between engineers and technicians to technologies that empower real-time collaboration, they’re getting ahead by making iterations and improvements during a build, across the production line at scale. This level of flexibility means they can develop more quickly than their legacy counterparts.

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