Gary Mintchell
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
5G private networks appeared to have numerous benefits for industrial and manufacturing companies. I’ve written many times about advances with technologies and applications. This news reports strengthened security capabilities. I’ve had reports of real-world applications of private 5G. How are you all finding it? Useful? A pain to install and maintain?
Design World
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
OKW’s COMTEC sloping-front plastic enclosures are increasingly being specified for electronic devices with touch screens or displays. The versatile enclosures suit various applications, including data collection terminals, communications devices, access control/security, medical/wellness, laboratories, point-of-sale, measurement, control, and industrial regulation.
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Automation World
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
A manufacturer’s initial frustration at being locked out of their new HMI software evolved into an appreciation for built-in zero trust measures to protect industrial operations from a range of cyber threats.
SMMT
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
New car market falls by -6.0% in October, as businesses, fleets and private buyers register 9,241 fewer vehicles. Battery electric the only powertrain to see uptake rise as manufacturers continue to subsidise transition with billions in unsustainable discounting. One in five BEV models now retailing for less than the average petrol or diesel but consumer support still needed for fast and fair transition.
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Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?
Robotics Business Review
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Field robotics is redefining industries with technologies that perform complex tasks in unstructured and often dynamic environments – out of the warehouse, facing the weather, and potentially working alongside the public. Field robotics OEMs are tirelessly innovating solutions to address skilled labor gaps and improve efficiency and safety in a wide range of industries including; agriculture , mining , construction , and search and rescue.
Gary Mintchell
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
OnLogic Powered by ZEDEDA integrates cloud-native edge management capabilities into industrial-grade hardware solutions to accelerate edge deployments and ROI. The edge appears to be the place where innovation is focused. Here is yet another partnership in that market space. ZEDEDA , the leader in edge management and orchestration, and OnLogic , a global leader in industrial computing hardware and solutions, announced a strategic partnership to launch OnLogic Powered by ZEDEDA.
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Control.com
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Moxa has added a new family of industrial panel computers to its portfolio of solutions. The series is designed for reliable and rugged computing in extreme industrial conditions.
Manufacturing Management
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
The United Kingdom’s Ministry of Defence has awarded a £40 million contract to Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd (SSTL) to build its Juno spy satellite, European Spaceflight reported.
Robotics Business Review
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Pipedream’s shuttle robots run on unpowered rails through the company’s pipe system to deliver food. | Source: Pipedream Pipedream Labs Inc. announced the launch of its robotic food-delivery system at a leading quick-service restaurant, or QSR. The system delivers food orders from the kitchen to the customer in under 15 seconds, “transforming fast food into instant food,” it said.
Gary Mintchell
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
One market area still showing signs of technology life concerns Autonomous Mobile Robots. Once relegated to warehousing operations, these quiet workhorses move parts around many manufacturing plants. The power of software coupled with intelligent automation onboard offers to further improve usability of these devices. This news comes from Mobile Industrial Robots (MiR) , a Danish robotic developer.
Design World
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
NB’s award-winning BG linear actuators combine the functionality of a linear slide guide and precision ball screw in a single component. Compact size and exceptional accuracy make BG single-axis actuators an ideal choice for many applications, including positioning, measurement, automotive and semiconductor equipment. NB Linear Actuator BG type is a compact single axis linear actuator… The post The NB Linear Actuator BG Type appeared first on Design World.
The Fabricator
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
England-based CNH Industrial has announced tentative plans to close its facility in Burlington, Iowa, and move the production of backhoes, tractor loaders, and rough terrain forklifts to other company plants in the U.S. and Europe.
Control.com
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Mencom added a new product line of magnetic sensors to its portfolio. These sensors serve various applications within sectors such as automation and manufacturing environments.
Robotics Business Review
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
New Project GR00T workflows and AI world model tools are intended to help developers of robot dexterity, control, manipulation, and mobility. Source: NVIDIA NVIDIA Corp. today announced new artificial intelligence and simulation tools to accelerate development of robots including humanoids. Also at the Conference for Robotic Learning, Hugging Face Inc. and NVIDIA said they are combining their open-source AI and robotics efforts to accelerate research and development.
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Unlock the full potential of CNC machining with our comprehensive design guide. Learn how to optimize your designs for precision, efficiency, and cost savings. Gain key insights on part complexity, tolerances, materials, finishes, and much more. Whether you’re developing prototypes or production parts, our guide offers practical tips to streamline your process and ensure high-quality results.
SMMT
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Used car market up 4.3% in Q3, marking seventh quarter of growth as almost 2 million vehicles change hands. Pre-loved EVs soar by 57.0% to 53,423 units, recording largest ever market share at 2.7%. Industry calls for urgent review of new EV market support and regulation to keep UK’s transition on track. Download the used car sales report for Q3 2024 The used car market grew by 4.3% between July and September, marking the seventh successive quarter of year on year growth, according to the latest
Design World
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Nidec Drives, a global leader in industrial drives and automation, is launching a groundbreaking change to their warranty program. Effective immediately, customers will now receive a 5-year warranty as standard on all Control Techniques and KB Electronics AC, DC, Servo drives, option module and keypad product lines*. Nidec Drives are the first drives supplier to… The post Nidec Drives introduces standard 5-year warranty appeared first on Design World.
Manufacturer's Monthly
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Dilatometer for measuring the dimensional thermal expansion of ceramic cells. Image: CSIRO Hadean Energy are utilising CSIRO’s Hydrogen Technology Demonstration Facility to test their kilowatt-class electrolyser bundle, in order to progress the technology toward commercial readiness. The Hydrogen Technology Demonstration Facility (HTDF) is located at CSIRO’s Clayton campus in Victoria.
Cisco Smart Manufacturing
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Cisco and Splunk are driving digital resilience with integrated solutions in security, assurance, and observability. Learn how partners can capitalize on this $100B opportunity.
Speaker: Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions
Is your manufacturing operation reaching its efficiency potential? A Manufacturing Execution System (MES) could be the game-changer, helping you reduce waste, cut costs, and lower your carbon footprint. Join Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions, in this value-packed webinar as he breaks down how MES can drive operational excellence and sustainability.
Robotics Business Review
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
One of the robotics industry’s household brands continues to struggle. iRobot , maker of the popular Roomba robot vacuum, is laying off another 105 employees as part of its restructuring plans. The number of employees being let go represents 16% of iRobot’s global workforce as of September 28, 2024. Since the start of 2024, iRobot has reduced its global workforce by nearly 50%.
The Guardian Manufacturing
NOVEMBER 9, 2024
Shadow cabinet secretary Claire Coutinho accepted donation from Lord Bamford while overseeing millions awarded to his family businesses in green grants A Conservative former cabinet minister who took donations from the billionaire boss of the JCB digger dynasty – including a £7,000 trip on his VIP private helicopter – oversaw decisions to award his family’s business empire millions in taxpayer-funded green energy grants.
Design World
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
GEA introduces the coneVerge homogenizing valve, designed for optimal efficiency in dairy and beverage processing. By requiring lower pressure, coneVerge reduces energy usage up to 20% and extends the lifespan of homogenizing equipment, enhancing sustainability. This advanced valve meets the high-quality standards of GEA’s engineering, offering reduced maintenance costs while delivering consistent performance.
E&T
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
Private aviation is making a growing contribution to climate change, with many being used as ‘taxis’ for distances less than 50km, according to a study.
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Cisco Smart Manufacturing
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Cisco and the OECD have launched the Digital Well-being Hub to explore the relationship between technology and individual well-being. The hub aims to understand how digital transformation impacts life satisfaction, mental health, digital skills, and civic engagement and more. By crowdsourcing insights and using OECD data, it seeks to inform policies for an inclusive, secure, and sustainable digital future.
Robotics Business Review
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
The Robotic Vision Hub, which contains components such as the Intel Core i7-1270P processor and connection modules. | Source: Geek+ Geekplus Technology Co. today launched its Vision Only Robot Solution. The system includes Intel Visual Navigation Modules, which Geek+ said will drive the digital transformation of the logistics industry. “The Vision Only Robot Solution, developed in collaboration with Intel, effectively leverages the depth vision perception of the Intel RealSense camera,R
Control.com
NOVEMBER 3, 2024
Turck has added IP67 power supplies with upgraded features and benefits to its portfolio. Now available in “smart” and standard variations, these power supplies are designed to increase convenience and efficiency.
Design World
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
AutomationDirect has added Bondhus hex and Torx tools, which are precision machined in the USA with a proprietary high-torque steel for reliable, long-lasting service life. Hex-end L-key sets have chamfered tool tips to eliminate burrs and provide a proper seat. Ball-end L-key sets insert at a 25° angle, allowing for superior torque transfer and natural… The post AutomationDirect offers Bondhus hex, Torx tools appeared first on Design World.
Speaker: Shalini Dinesh
Effective cross-functional collaboration and communication heavily influence product launch success. Research shows that as many as 70% of product launches fail due to inadequate coordination among stakeholders, including supply chain, product management, legal, marketing, and change control teams (Gartner, 2022). The 2023 Supply Chain Insights Report highlights that 60% of supply chain disruptions are caused by poor communication and misalignment among cross-functional teams.
Robotics Automation News
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
A team at the University of Freiburg has built a drone capable of following and filming bees over a distance of more than 100 metres. The data is intended to provide information about the behaviour of insects in their national surroundings. The researchers developed a new tracking technology for this purpose.
MRPEasy
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
The Manufacturing PMI is a vital economic metric that indicates whether the manufacturing industry is experiencing an expansion, a contraction, or a standstill. It provides growing manufacturers with valuable insights and helps prepare for market changes. What is the Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI)? The Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) is an economic metric reported […] The post Manufacturing PMI Definition and Insights for SMEs appeared first on Blog for Manuf
Robotics Business Review
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Physical Intelligence demonstrates the application of foundation models to training robots for tasks such as assembling boxes and folding laundry. Source: Physical Intelligence Foundation models promise to give robots the ability to generalize actions from fewer examples than traditional artificial intelligence approaches. Physical Intelligence today announced that it has raised $400 million to continue its development of AI for a range of robots.
Cisco Smart Manufacturing
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Explore Cisco's AI-Ready Infrastructure Specialization, the groundbreaking UCS C885A M8 Rack Server, and AI PODs. Empower your business with cutting-edge technology and seize the $159B GenAI opportunity.
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Sit down with Karan Talati, CEO of First Resonance, to explore the significant contributors to waste in the manufacturing industry. Karan delves into two critical areas: material waste and data waste. He discusses how material waste impacts costs and efficiency, and the often-overlooked issue of data waste—where valuable data is not captured, leading to inefficiencies in managing inventory and operations.
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