i4.0 today

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Power distribution systems and cooling infrastructure are also essential for keeping the data center up and running, and for preventing mechanical or electrical failures and resulting outages. Many systems that are critical for the data centers operation heat up before they fail.

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Automation Mag

APRIL 28, 2025

To keep specialized automation equipment running smoothly for long periods, proper enclosure is obviously critical. This allows for optimal placement of panels and posts, ensuring better accessibility for both production and maintenance needs. capable of producing durable decals and membranes for displays or status LED indicators.

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DO Supply

JANUARY 1, 2025

This series has a variety of cutting-edge features to ensure optimal performance and reliability. Next, we will be discussing the various factors that tell us how Mitsubishi MDS-C1 Drives improve accuracy in High-Speed Applications. Here, we will discuss the different types of drives this series offers.

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Control Engineering

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

Advanced process control (APC) brings regulatory control elements together to create a more sophisticated structure, fully unlocking the power of automation. APC lets manufacturers leverage the capabilities they often already have in the existing control system. APC optimizes control for the best performance possible. .

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Mold Making Technology

NOVEMBER 5, 2023

As we took on this work, we learned how to maintain the molds and design the molds to require less maintenance. When you can monitor the wear in your facility month after month, you can try different solutions and see which ones work best. Over 30 years ago, customers asked us to mold their parts and build the molds.

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Control Engineering

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

The result is the reliability of the system is uncertain and plant safety is at stake. Furthermore, aging instrumentation and control systems are likely to present problems as the company undergoes a digital transformation. In addition, since no system today is secure through obscurity, it could present cybersecurity risks.

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Mold Making Technology

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Check out this list and be sure to scan the QR code next to any item you may have missed during this busy year! “How to Achieve the Best Mold Finish” — A look at factors that impact the polishability of tool steels and recommendations for obtaining a high-gloss finish. features, tips, columns, etc.). Case Study.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

APRIL 15, 2025

As such, it is not surprising that it was one of the first 500 companies to earn a USDA Certified Biobased Product label after the USDA BioPreferred Program launched its voluntary labeling initiative in 2011. Renewable Lubricants, Inc.s www.RenewableLube.com Bio-based Sustainable Corrosion Control For decades, Cortec Corp. (St.

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Automation Mag

JULY 29, 2024

However, automated tape dispensing systems have not kept up and offer little flexibility to adapt to wide-ranging industry requirements. Innovative Automation, a custom machine builder and systems integrator headquartered in Barrie, Ont., Here, RoboTape has staying power. has developed the RoboTape platform.

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DO Supply

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Though soft starters are not a one-trick pony, they offer quite a lot of benefits that can improve your automation processes. Before diving head first into why you should consider purchasing one of these devices, it’s best to know what they are and how they operate. What is a Soft Starter?

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Control Engineering

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

A chemical manufacturer wanted to upgrade their burner management system (BMS) and combustion control system. A factory acceptance test (FAT) and site acceptance test (SAT) were performed to ensure the new systems worked properly. System integration insights. Creating control system upgrade project objectives.

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Control Engineering

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Learning Objectives Understand how energy management challenges include cost, security and sustainability, though an upgraded energy management calculator can help. Learn about how energy and emission savings potential for industrial sustainability need to be identified to produce successful use cases. Courtesy: Mark T.

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ATS

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Share Introduction to MRO inventory optimization In the context of optimizing inventory, MRO (Maintenance, Repair and Operations) refers to the processes that an organization uses to maintain a strategic balance between the costs of inventory and the availability of parts.

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Nexus Integra

AUGUST 7, 2022

Since there really is no magic formula for guessing when a machine will fail, maybe you wonder how the service life of an asset can be calculated. We understand the service life of an asset as the time during which an asset is operational for the company and works in perfect condition. During this stage, maintenance is a must.

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Control Engineering

MARCH 11, 2023

OEM digital transformation insights Manufacturing original equipment manufacturers can add value by providing service digitization for installation, repair, maintenance, remote service, spare parts and product improvement. A digital intelligent factory, smart manufacturing, helps achieve that.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

JANUARY 20, 2025

Prima Industrie brought to the table its expertise in 3D lasers, 2D lasers and its background as a pioneer of automation technology. Prima stands for Progress in Manufacturing Automation. The automation systems can be used on its range of machines, from entry level to the highest level of machines.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

Reducing scrap metal is necessary not only to protect the downstream equipment during further processing, but also promote consistent and efficient results. And while all those systems achieve the same outcome, they each do it differently. Shredders shear the material. Bundle breakers tear the material apart.

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Control Engineering

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

Optimal operation depends on the quality, design and condition of the gear set; lubricants that fit the operating conditions; and regular evaluations and maintenance. Asset administration shells (AAS) exchange asset-related data between assets and production orchestration systems or engineering tools and acts as a link for Industry 4.0

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Control Engineering

APRIL 23, 2023

When rolling out AI-enabled machine vision to automate inspection processes, manufacturers drive quality improvement initiatives with an eye toward improving production yield, increasing process efficiency, and reducing costs. What is big data?

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Modern Machine Shop

MAY 19, 2024

has partnered with Hermle AG and made a decade-long commitment to increase automation to reduce setups, machine faster, improve unattended machining and increase throughput. Solution : Committed to multiphase capital expenditures that increase automation. During Q4 2023, the company produced not one but two $1 million tools.

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Mold Making Technology

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

has partnered with Hermle AG and made a decade-long commitment to increase automation to reduce setups, machine faster, improve unattended machining and increase throughput. Solution : Committed to multiphase capital expenditures that increase automation. During Q4 2023, the company produced not one but two $1 million tools.

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Nexus Integra

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Currently, many people do not know for sure how much energy a building consumes per year and per square meter. The energy efficiency of a building is calculated by measuring the energy consumed during a year under normal operating and occupancy conditions. It doesnt matter if the building, is new or old. The data could surprise you!

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Fabricating & Metal Work

JANUARY 22, 2024

team, being viewed as a trusted partner by customers is a major factor in the entire process, from purchase to after sales service. is the largest plate roll and angle roll company, which also equips machines with accessories and automation features. For the Davi Inc. Davi wants to be perceived as consultants and not as salespeople. “We

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Fabricating & Metal Work

APRIL 3, 2024

Safety features include anti-tie-down buttons to safely initiate the weld cycle and shielding to protect the operator during production. UR is the automation industry’s leading provider of cobots and has an installed base of more than 75,000 cobots. The data is stored in a database for tracking and tracing purposes.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

DECEMBER 22, 2022

The brands were both founded by engineers as well and use that as the foundation of how they support end users.” Hoppers hold and dispense abrasive during the cutting process. The ability to operate from one location provides the OMAX brand with a few more options during times of challenge, for example with supply chain constraints.

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Dinesh Mishra

JULY 24, 2023

A: When one looks at manufacturing as an ecosystem, it is viewed as a streamlined, optimized, competitive, and efficient production method. Can you share your perspective on how India can position itself as a global manufacturing hub? “It is ridiculous to have China-made Dosa Tawa sold in Mysore.”

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Control Engineering

MARCH 21, 2023

Automation application insights A system integrator explained a control system modification and the challenges they faced during the project to make it work effectively within the confines of the facility and its environment. Whether just starting or a seasoned expert, heed this advice when applying automation.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

JULY 23, 2023

Welding, Welding Automation, Robotics & Industrial Automation (Hall B) Fabricating & Metalworking is proud to present the FABTECH 2023 Product Showcase , which is an invaluable guide to navigating the trade show floor at McCormick Place in Chicago this September. Bernard will feature its BTB semi-automatic air-cooled MIG guns.

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Control Engineering

MARCH 30, 2023

Learning Objectives Review how hydrogen can be used for sustainable fuel and feedstock for fertilizer, plastics, and green hydrogen production methods contribute most to net-zero carbon emissions goals. Learn how smart instrumentation adds automation, control efficiencies. trillion and create 30 million jobs by 2050.

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Dinesh Mishra

OCTOBER 11, 2024

This includes the adoption of automation, robotics, advanced materials, and digitalization to enhance efficiency and productivity. B.Harish details his company’s efforts to empower customers and industry professionals through knowledge and innovative solutions. Industry Insights 1. with a focus on digitization and smart manufacturing.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

OCTOBER 4, 2022

For optimal performance, pair the xFUME PRO with ABICOR BINZEL’s xFUME ADVANCED fume extraction units. These consumables systems have been designed to increase consumable life and productivity while decreasing costs. The cobot gun offers fast, simple installation and consistently delivers high-quality welds. www.tregaskiss.com.

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Dinesh Mishra

JUNE 25, 2024

A: When one looks at manufacturing as an ecosystem, it is viewed as a streamlined, optimized, competitive, and efficient production method. Can you share your perspective on how India can position itself as a global manufacturing hub? Globally, manufacturing is primarily driven by quality, delivery schedules, and costs.

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Modern Machine Shop

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

This is the story of how art, generosity, creativity and technology came together to create a fun, profitable, highly efficient one-stop-shop. But after years serving other shops, dealing with management conflicts, cold-hearted bosses and secretly harboring a desire for autonomy, Bauer struck out on his own.

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Robotics Business Review

AUGUST 6, 2024

Credit: Oxipital AI After two straight record years during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, industrial robot sales have crashed back to reality, especially in North America. Sales dipped 6% in North America during Q1 2024 compared with Q1 2023. Installing robots] is a matter of keeping up with demand,'” he said.

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Mold Making Technology

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

Solution: Install InFocus AutoTrack machine monitoring platform installation from R.E.R. Initial Implementation Failure Because Westminster Tool has a strong cultural focus on continuous improvement and accountability, management wanted to better understand how effectively its CNC and EDM machines were being used. Software Inc.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

OCTOBER 1, 2024

High-heat Casters and Wheels Excel in Demanding Environments Booth S-17200: Built to endure extreme temperatures, Hamilton’s high-heat casters and wheels excel in demanding environments such as autoclaves, powder coating systems, food manufacturing, and pharmaceutical industries. Hamilton Caster will be in Booth S-17200. KEYENCE Corp.

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Control Engineering

MAY 1, 2023

Learning Objectives Understand how digitalization and automation contribute to record US manufacturing growth. Hear how Manufacturing in America 2023 Summit speakers advocate for automation to advance sustainability, productivity and growth in manufacturing, industrial applications, and automated farming.

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