Gary Mintchell
MAY 19, 2025
Perhaps the final news coming my way from Automate 2025 and again robotic-oriented, this news concerns release of an off-the-shelf palletizing solution, said to be the first in North America. Doig Corp. Developed Pallet EZ with OnRobot and its D:PLOY platform. Unlike traditional automation systems that require weeks of integration and specialized expertise, Pallet EZ is ready to install and deploy the same day.
Design World
MAY 19, 2025
AutomationDirect has added Pfannenberg DTT 6000 series top-mounted air conditioners which are 100% condensate safe, provide up to 14,000 BTU/H, and are ideal for space-saving installation on the top of a NEMA 12 control enclosure. Pfannenbergs DTS series 3000 air conditioners are made in the USA, offer cooling capacities up to 25,000 BTU/H, and can… The post Air conditioners, air-to-water heat exchangers, and premium quick filters from AutomationDirect appeared first on Design World.
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Manufacturer's Monthly
MAY 19, 2025
Working in tandem with fibre laser technology, Lascut Speed is functional across a range of material thicknesses and power sources. Images: Coregas Coregas Lascut Speed assist gas harnesses the properties of both oxygen and nitrogen in a pre-mixed solution that enhances the cutting of carbon steel with fibre laser technology. For more than 50 years, Coregas has been producing and supplying industrial, medical, and specialty gases for the welding, cutting, heating, and additive metal manufacturin
Seeburger
MAY 14, 2025
Update May 14, 2025: Croatia to Introduce Mandatory Electronic B2B Invoicing from January 2026 Following the introduction of mandatory electronic B2G invoicing in 2019, Croatia is now taking the next step: as of January 2026, electronic invoicing will also become mandatory in the B2B sector.
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Robotics Automation News
MAY 15, 2025
Telecommunications giant Huawei and robotics company UBTech are partnering to promote humanoid robots in factories and even households. Both parties signed a co-operation agreement in Shenzhen and aim to boost the robotic technology and its application in China. UBTech is one of the leading Chinese producers of humanoid and smart service robots in Shenzhen, Guangdong.
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Design World
MAY 19, 2025
Every industrial market segment employs enclosures, extending from power and energy, oil and gas, and water and wastewater to manufacturing, communications, and transportation. Enclosures’ primary role is to protect vital components and devices from external environmental hazards and, in turn, protect imperative and often expensive connected equipment, such as automated manufacturing, robotic, pumping,… The post Optimizing enclosures for extreme operating environments appeared firs
Manufacturer's Monthly
MAY 18, 2025
Unilever is a supplier of beauty and wellbeing, personal care, home care, foods and ice cream products. Image: Unilever Unilevers Glen Thoms explores the companys recent investments in automation, renewable energy, and advanced manufacturing technology. Decision maker column Glen Thoms, head of Supply Chain, Unilever APAC & ANZ Ive seen a lot of change in my 25-year tenure at Unilever.
WMEP
MAY 14, 2025
How Wisconsin Manufacturers Can Navigate External Pressures and Strengthen Profitability through Strategic Action Margin compression isnt newbut today, its hitting manufacturers harder and faster than ever. From tariffs and raw material volatility to shifting market demands, external forces continue to disrupt operations and squeeze profitability. But as George Bureau, VP of Consulting at WMEP Manufacturing [.
Robotics Automation News
MAY 14, 2025
Smart manufacturing is delivering measurable value, with manufacturers reporting productivity gains of up to 20 percent in both production output and workforce efficiency, according to a new report from Deloitte.
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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.
Automation Mag
MAY 20, 2025
Automate 2025 took over Huntington Place Convention Centre in Detroit, Mich. from May 12 to 16, bringing more than 40,000 individuals together to celebrate the automation industry and assess the next generation of solutions being brought to market. The event hosted approximately 875 exhibitors occupying more than 335,000 square feet, along with more than 200 speakers and panelists discussing industry trends and issues, reported a media source for the trade show.
Design World
MAY 19, 2025
AutomationDirect has added Comepi SB series pre-assembled polycarbonate control stations, which offer emergency stop and start/stop combo options. The emergency stop control stations include one red mushroom head twist-to-release pushbutton with various contact configurations. Models with guards that are padlockable and models with M12 quick-disconnects are available.
Manufacturer's Monthly
MAY 15, 2025
Pictured: Corfield Racecourse pre-launch helium fill. Image: Stratoship/erelease Early-stage aerospace innovator, Stratoship, has exceeded engineering expectations during recent field testing of its remotely piloted high-altitude airship. The Brisbane-based startup successfully completed a validation test flight on Monday, May 5th, achieving over eight hours in the stratospherea significant milestone for the developing technology.
Robotics Business Review
MAY 19, 2025
Orbbec’s Gemini 335Lg stereo vision 3D camera can be used in autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) and robotic arms. Orbbec Inc., a robotics and AI vision provider, and Connect Tech Inc., an expert in embedded and edge AI computing, have partnered to provide built-in support for the Gemini 335Lg. This is the GMSL/FAKRA version of the Gemini 335L stereo depth camera.
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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
Robotics Automation News
MAY 15, 2025
A compact and agile AirRob automated storage system by Libiao Robotics has been installed in the Shanghai warehouse of a specialist lean supply chain management service company.
21st Century Tech
MAY 15, 2025
When I wrote about advances in energy technology a few days ago, I mentioned Helium-3 as an important fuel for commercial fusion reactors. Today, Helium-3 is harvested in small quantities from nuclear power plants and used in: Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) technology, where Helium-3 is ingested into a patient’s lungs to create high-resolution images for diagnosing lung diseases.
Design World
MAY 14, 2025
AutomationDirect has added AchieVe FKL series 18mm tubular photoelectric sensors, which feature a rugged nickel-plated brass construction and a high IP67 protection rating. They employ Class 1 or Class 2 red lasers to provide sensing distances up to 50 meters. These sensors, in diffuse with background suppression, diffuse, polarized retroreflective, and through-beam sensing styles, offer… The post AchieVe FKL Series 18mm tubular metal photoelectric sensors from AutomationDirect appeared fi
Manufacturer's Monthly
MAY 15, 2025
Each standard Vast solar module contains around 2500 heliostats, with each of them pointing to a receiver tower. Images: Vast With prototyping now complete and $180 million of conditional funding recently announced from ARENA, Vast is taking its commercially ready concentrated solar thermal technology to the world of renewables. Heres whats happening.
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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
Robotics Business Review
MAY 19, 2025
The Robot Report Podcast Automate 2025 Recap In Episode 196 of The Robot Report Podcast, co-hosts Mike Oitzman and Eugene Demaitre review last week’s Automate event, which they both attended. The podcast features interviews with leadership at ABB and Teradyne Robotics, the parent company of Universal Robots and Mobile Industrial Robots. Oitzman also names his pick of the most innovative robot at the trade show, presented by CeiliX.
Robotics Automation News
MAY 17, 2025
Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic fantasy; it’s rapidly becoming an integral part of our daily lives, from the smartphones in our pockets to the complex systems powering industries. As AI capabilities expand and grow more sophisticated, so does the need to understand and categorize these evolving forms of intelligence.
The Fabricator
MAY 17, 2025
COST of Wisconsin taps into its expertise to create a public memorial for those who lost their lives at a Waukesha, Wis., parade in 2021.
CMTC Manufacturing Tech
MAY 15, 2025
Its one thing to spot a problem. Its another to solve it. In Part 1 of this series, we introduced the fundamentals of continuous improvement: shifting from reactive to proactive operations, reducing waste, and increasing efficiency through Lean and Six Sigma principles. But identifying opportunities is only half the battle. The real test lies in implementation and in sustaining results once the initial momentum wears off.
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Effective shop floor production planning and execution can be challenging. Despite technological advancements and methodologies, many manufacturing production managers still encounter issues that result in late orders, cash flow difficulties, and dissatisfied customers. These challenges can disrupt operations, reduce efficiency, and impact overall profitability.
Manufacturer's Monthly
MAY 15, 2025
The United Nations has officially declared 2025 as the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology. Image: CSIRO With 2025 marking the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology, CSIRO director Chris Vale explores the promises and challenges facing Australias quantum industry. CSIRO Comment professor Chris Vale, director of CSIROs Quantum Technologies Future Science Platform.
Robotics Business Review
MAY 17, 2025
Concept renders showing different jobs for Persona AI’s humanoids. | Source: Persona AI Persona AI Inc., a humanoid robot and embodied artificial intelligence developer, this week said it has closed an oversubscribed pre-seed funding round, raising $27 million. The Houston-based company plans to use the investment to accelerate development and deployment of its platform, which is engineered for tasks in shipbuilding and manufacturing.
Design World
MAY 21, 2025
For applications that require better access or enhanced cleanliness, Clippard pinch valves are also available with a convenient panel mount option. Panel-mounted pinch valves provide all the same benefits as Clippards standard pinch valves, along with seamless integration and easy accessibility. Compared to standard manifold-mounted pinch valves, panel mounting offers simplified installation, a cleaner appearance,… The post Clippard announces new panel-mounted electronic and pneumatic pinc
Control.com
MAY 17, 2025
UR and MiR worked together to demonstrate the concept of collaboration at Automate 2025, featuring the new UR15 cobot, plenty of UR+ ecosystem partners, and integrated AMR solutions.
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Manufacturing today requires both agility and precision. Traditional ERP systems provide enterprise-wide management but lack real-time execution power needed on the shop floor. ION Factory OS by First Resonance bridges this gap, combining the strengths of ERP and MES for seamless integration. While ERP handles long-term strategic oversight, ION Factory OS delivers real-time production control, ensuring speed, flexibility, and precision.
Fabricating & Metal Work
MAY 20, 2025
With Inbolts AI-powered 3D vision, manufacturers can now automate screw insertion, bolt rundown, glue application and other high-precision tasks on parts moving down the line without costly infrastructure investments or cycle time compromises. In the race to bring automotive manufacturing back home, the General Assembly Shop, the most manual and unpredictable stage of vehicle production, remains the biggest obstacle.
Manufacturer's Monthly
MAY 18, 2025
Image: SpaceOak/stock.adobe.com Minister for Industry and Advanced Manufacturing Colin Brooks has announced the opening of the second round of the Skills Solutions Partnerships Program for Victoria. The Victorian Government is investing $4.75 million to support industry partnerships with Victorias TAFEs and dual sector universities to co-design and pilot innovative short courses.
Robotics Business Review
MAY 15, 2025
DETROIT — With more than 40,000 attendees and 800 exhibitors, Automate 2025 this week was a prime place to see and learn about the latest industrial automation. With the event came an avalanche of announcements about new products, partnerships, and applications. Here are some of the latest enabling technologies for manufacturing and logistics as part of our ongoing Automate coverage.
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