Automation Mag

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

A recent Association for Advancing Automation (A3) report finds that robot sales in North American declined by 30 percent in 2023 after record orders in the two previous years. These 2023 orders were divided almost equally among automotive (15,723 robots sold) and non-automotive companies (15,436 robots sold).

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Robotics Business Review

JUNE 12, 2024

Credit: ABB Robot sales continue to be slow in North America, according to the Association for Advancing Automation (A3). “It’s particularly encouraging to see that non-automotive customers are continuing to grow their adoption of robots, demonstrating the expanding reach and impact of automation across various industries.”

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Gary Mintchell

APRIL 1, 2024

This combination of mobile robotics and leading AI-powered navigation technology brings unmatched intralogistics flexibility and scalability for ABB’s customers, in an environment that is shifting from linear production to dynamic manufacturing networks,” said Marc Segura, President of ABB Robotics.

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Robotics Business Review

JANUARY 26, 2024

Accenture and Mujin have created a joint venture to help bring robotics and automation to the manufacturing and logistics industries. Called Accenture Alpha Automation, the new venture is owned 70% by Accenture and 30% by Mujin. Accenture Alpha Automation officially started operating on Jan. 15, 2024.

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Additive Manufacturing

NOVEMBER 20, 2022

With this new funding, AMFG will continue to help companies scale their additive manufacturing processes, further solidifying AMFG’s position at the forefront of the autonomous manufacturing revolution. In particular, 3D printing technologies are rapidly permeating the manufacturing scene. These include expanding into the U.S

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Robotics Business Review

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

He also cited plant-level automation customers. CynLr CLX-01 stack provides real-time, versatile vision CynLr said its mission is to simplify automation and optimize manufacturing processes for universal factories. . Apply to speak. ” The CyRo modular robot includes three robotic arms for complex manipulation tasks.

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Robotics Business Review

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Source: PIA Automation Medical devices require precise and consistent manufacturing. PIA Automation Holding GmbH, a provider of modular assembly lines and process automation, is highlighting the development of its V-RAC module, which can be adjusted to handle various drug-delivery devices. PIAs expansion into the U.S.

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Robotics Business Review

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

We are now revolutionizing the industry again, as we successfully develop, manufacture, and deploy innovative new autonomous lift truck solutions.” The company also noted that multiple segments of manufacturing are investing heavily in automation, including automotive, heavy equipment, plastics, and consumer goods.

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Robotics Business Review

MARCH 27, 2024

pic.twitter.com/bYlsKBYw3i — Geordie Rose (@realgeordierose) February 28, 2024 “AI-powered humanoid robots are essential to reinventing work and supporting human workers as labor shortage is becoming an issue in many countries and industries,” said Joe Lui, Accenture’s global advanced automation and robotics lead.

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HGR Inc.

DECEMBER 8, 2022

What Distributors Would Like to See More of … and Less of from Manufacturers. The relationship between distributors and manufacturers can be complicated. It requires constant care, feeding and adaptation in a rapidly changing environment – and manufacturers may be damaging it by failing to recognize common pitfalls. Read More.

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Automation Mag

AUGUST 31, 2023

“Over the last five years, we’ve seen a steady acceleration of robot orders as all industries have struggled with a labour shortage and more non-automotive companies recognize the tremendous value automation provides,” said Alex Shikany, vice-president of membership and business intelligence, A3.

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Canadian Manufacturing

AUGUST 21, 2024

21, Bryan May, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Small Business and to the Minister responsible for FedDev Ontario, along with Arielle Kayabaga, MP for London West; and Peter Fragiskatos, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, visited Edge Automation Inc. LONDON — On Aug.

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Automation Mag

OCTOBER 8, 2024

million) during the first half of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023, according to the latest robotics market report from the Association for Advancing Automation (A3). As companies navigate labour shortages and increased production costs, the role of automation is becoming ever more critical in maintaining global competitiveness.”

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Robotics Business Review

MARCH 19, 2024

This combination of mobile robotics and leading AI-powered navigation technology brings unmatched intralogistics flexibility and scalability for ABB’s customers, in an environment that is shifting from linear production to dynamic manufacturing networks,” Marc Segura, President of ABB Robotics, said in a release.

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Automation Mag

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Association for Advancing Automation (A3) has reported that robot sales in North America were up 8.8 Non-automotive industries drove demand, accounting for 56 percent of orders (4,113 units), while automotive customers contributed 44 percent (3,216 units). Unit volume growth was higher than revenue, with a 14.1

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Automation Mag

APRIL 25, 2024

The dynamic landscape of Canadian manufacturing is not left untouched by cutting-edge technologies that enhance efficiency, productivity and competitiveness. Claire Fallon is executive director of the International Society of Automation (ISA). trillion by 2030.” trillion by 2030.”

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Automation Mag

JULY 22, 2022

Accenture is set to acquire Cambridge-based Eclipse Automation, a provider of customized manufacturing automation and robotics solutions. Eclipse Automation’s 800 professionals will join Accenture’s digital engineering and manufacturing service, Industry X.

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Mold Making Technology

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

This team is involved in the design, development and maintenance of high-precision molds, including multi-cavity and complex molds used in various industries such as automotive, medical and consumer goods. CNC milling and sinker EDM machines use multi-pallet automation with robotic tending to run parts fully unattended.

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i4.0 today

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Connected to both the compact IntElect automotive exhibit, as well as the multi-component IntElect Multi machine, the modular myConnect platform provides the tools to constantly monitor machine parameters and production data, from anywhere. Automation. This will be the first presentation of SAM Automation to the Italian market.

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Mold Making Technology

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Industries served include automotive, appliance, lawn and garden, hunting and fishing, RV, marine, packaging and consumer goods. Collaborating with these various markets enables us to adapt and proactively seek new manufacturing techniques that exceed our customers’ expectations.

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Control Engineering

MAY 16, 2023

According to the latest report from the Association for Advancing Automation (A3), companies ordered 9,168 units valued at $597 million in Q1 2023, a 21% drop in total units and a 10% drop in value over the same quarter in 2022, which was the third-best quarter on record for North America.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Nowhere is the risk more pronounced than in the manufacturing sector, where OT systems control the physical processes critical to production. Helldown , leveraging tools from LocLockBit’saked builder , has been active in manufacturing sectors, leveraging sophisticated dual extortion techniques. Electronics : 28 incidents (7%).

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Control Engineering

AUGUST 31, 2023

Despite strong interest in robotics and automation, the North American market saw a 37% reduction in robot orders and a 20% decrease in value during Q2 2023 compared to Q2 2022 due to economic slowdown and high interest rates. The ongoing labor shortage, especially in manufacturing (down another 2000 jobs in July, according to the U.S.

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Plastics News

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

For Elmet Elastomere, K 2022 represents a chance to showcase its long-standing business partnerships and new liquid silicone manufacturing components, as well as a production cell for beverage lids that highlights both. They are automated systems. And there are nuances to silicone that are very specific.

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Robotics Business Review

JULY 2, 2025

“With rising demand from SMEs [small and midsize enterprises] in Asia and beyond, the need for adaptable and efficient small automation solutions has never been greater,” stated Marc Segura, president of ABB Robotics. The new IRB 1200 takes efficiency and productivity even further in the most precise automation tasks.”

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MEM

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

In a world where we demand great customization, reduced waste, and quick turnaround time, on-demand manufacturing keeps getting popular. Traditional manufacturing is not usually cost-effective unless a small quantity is needed. On-demand manufacturing incorporates several components to meet their needs.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

OCTOBER 12, 2024

NDI) and custom medical device cart manufacturer MPE. www.my.KUKA.com KUKA KUKA is a global automation corporation with sales of around 3.3 Visitors to KUKA’s booth will also experience KUKA’s Robot Development Kit, a collaborative effort between KUKA, Northern Digital, Inc. billion euro and roughly 14,000 employees.

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Additive Manufacturing

MAY 2, 2023

Introduces industry-defining capabilities to bring additive manufacturing to mainstream production. With a holistic approach to design for additive manufacturing (DfAM), nTop 4 enables engineers to bring additive manufacturing (AM) to mainstream production. nTop Implicit File (.implicit) nTop Implicit File (.implicit)

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Mold Making Technology

JUNE 19, 2024

The design freedom of polymer/composite additive manufacturing (AM) makes it easy to design different front-facing/insert holding (middle left and right) and rear-facing/handle versions (right) of the claw manual end-of-arm tooling (EOAT) that Zero Tolerance LLC has produced for its own and customer molding operations.

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i4.0 today

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

The company is showcasing options from the IntElect platform for processors of all sizes operating in every manufacturing sector, producing every application type. With a special focus on automation and LSR. Including packaging, medical, automotive, electronics and consumer goods.

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Additive Manufacturing

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

The Powerfuse S PP is the first ever green vapor polish solution for highly industrial manufacturing and surface improvements beyond aesthetics to smooth 3D-printed PP. Connectivity, automation, and reproducible quality are the prerequisites to successfully future up your factory”, says Felix Ewald, CEO & CoFounder of DyeMansion.

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Mold Making Technology

MAY 20, 2025

Operating three shifts with nine presses and a young team of 13 to 14 employees, ProPlastics specializes in designing and manufacturing automotive components and consumer goods. With an average workforce age of around 30, the team represents a new generation of manufacturing that prioritizes technological integration.

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i4.0 today

OCTOBER 6, 2023

The market for liquid silicone is growing dynamically, both in terms of applications demanding skills in LSR, as well as volume,” observes Rustam Aliyev, the company’s LSR expert and Business Development Director of Automotive & Electronics. In a cycle time of just 17 seconds, this IntElect LSR package manufactures 256 individual 0.06-gram

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Dinesh Mishra

DECEMBER 13, 2023

in the next three years to digitize, automate, and relocate supply and production facilities NEW DELHI; Dec. On average, companies in India are investing $70 million in 2023 to digitize, automate, and relocate supply and production facilities, which is expected to increase to at least $2.3 billion in 2026, according to the report.

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Dinesh Mishra

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

Hrishikesh Kulkarni has an extensive experience of over 14 years in the field of Automation & Robotics Industry. He currently heads India Operations for Zimmer Automation LLP – world’s leading manufacturer of automation and handling solutions. Hrishikesh started his professional journey with Güdel India Pvt.

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Fastener News Desk

MAY 11, 2023

A supply chain includes all the raw materials and parts that are made into a product and distributed up the chain for manufacture and sale. Here’s an example from the automotive industry. In a survey of more than 400 global manufacturers , more than 90 percent of respondents said Industry 4.0

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Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

MAY 16, 2025

March 2025 Edition Mobility Automotive and Transportation Carsharing Boom: The $9.79 What does this mean for your organization, whether you are a legacy original equipment manufacturer (OEM), a disruptive startup, or a company positioned in between? Click here to learn more! Immense growth potential. Billion to $10.46 With over 2.5

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