Gary Mintchell

MAY 5, 2025

News from the upcoming Automate 2025 show continues to dribble in. Olis will launch a remote automation monitoring, diagnostic and error recovery app that turns Android smartphones and tablets into gateways for any automation cell without the need for additional hardware at Automate 2025.

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Design World

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

(Orion) celebrates its 60th anniversary as one of the most technologically advanced functional coating applicators in the industry, and as a respected leading functional industrial coatings partner for companies worldwide.

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Automation World

DECEMBER 18, 2023

In combining its five edge software products into two, Inductive Automation has maintained all its edge products’ existing functionalities and added several more, such as unlimited tags and device connections.

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Design World

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Under the motto “Let’s advance Manufacturing,” Siemens and selected partners will demonstrate at Formnext 2024 how additive manufacturing (AM) is becoming an innovation enabler for industrial applications thanks to a functioning ecosystem, digitalization, and automation.

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Design World

MAY 11, 2025

Festo is showcasing at Automate 2025 its most innovative automation solutions, including multi-axis positioning systems. Festo positioning systems can be specified in minutes and after delivery installed and functioning in hours instead of weeks.

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Design World

APRIL 2, 2024

When it comes to industrial automation applications, there has long been a degree of separation between “control” and “visualization” functions. A closer look reveals why this has been the case historically, and it can… The post Streamlining automation with all-in-one control and visualization appeared first on Design World.

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Gary Mintchell

JANUARY 16, 2025

However, the Purdue Model (and ISA95) certainly do describe different types of functions of a manufacturing enterprise. How these functions are distributed and how they interrelate has undergone subtle changes over the years, yet they remain relevant.

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Motion Control Tips

JANUARY 16, 2025

This upgrade allows OEMs to leverage SMM functional safety features with more encoder and motor types to support a wider range of applications such as material forming, multi-axis measurement equipment, food processing and food packaging.

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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. Here are some of the latest enabling technologies for manufacturing and logistics as part of our ongoing Automate coverage.

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Automation Mag

MARCH 17, 2025

KUKA Robotics welcomed more than 200 people for Manufacturing Automation Tech Day at the companys North American headquarters in Shelby Township, Michigan on Wednesday, February 26, 2025. A direct response to on-going labor shortages, AMRs allow manufacturers to automate repeated intralogistics functions.

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Automation World

APRIL 15, 2025

But wire harness automation cells, such as Q5Ds Electrical Function Integration, can create higher quality wire harness products with faster production times. Assembly of wire harnesses is a labor-intensive and error-prone process.

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Automation Mag

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

This reportedly marks a significant milestone in supporting manufacturers, system integrators, and end-users in deploying fully interoperable and standardized automation systems for Controller-to-Controller (C2C) communication that enhance connectivity, streamline processes, and reduce the cost of integration.

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DO Supply

JANUARY 10, 2025

WSNs are designed to continue functioning even if some nodes fail. WSNs in industrial settings The WSN technology has been recently employed in industrial automation from short-range personal area networks (PANs) to cellular networks and even global communication through satellite. This betters systems responsiveness.

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DO Supply

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Mitsubishi servo drives are well known for their great performance, accuracy, and dependability, which can improve industrial automation. Because of all these capabilities, Mitsubishi servo drives are crucial to optimizing contemporary industrial automation processes. For instance, the MELSERVO-JN line of low-power drives (0.05

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Fabricating & Metal Work

APRIL 17, 2025

The technologys AI-based feature detection capabilities integrate seamlessly with Cimatrons computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) automation tools to streamline the generation of safe and accurate CNC toolpath. link] The post New AI-powered Feature Detection Automates CAD/CAM Processes appeared first on Fabricating & Metalworking.

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i4.0 today

APRIL 28, 2025

The networked factory: IO-Link as a global standard for smart sensor integration opens up a wide range of possibilities for customers in automation. This makes it a crucial component for efficient automation tasks. Integration into heterogeneous device and fieldbus landscapes is also easy thanks to SICK’s Function Block Factory.

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Modern Machine Shop

APRIL 6, 2025

Tormach ’s Chip Conveyor Kit for its 1500MX CNC mill is designed to enhance the functionality of the 1500MX by offering an easy-to-use, automated solution to maintain chip pan cleanliness and improve operational efficiency. Source: Tormach Inc.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

This eliminates the need for many standalone, single-purpose measurement and sensing solutions that would require additional engineering time and effort to integrate with the automation and controls equipment. Functions such as zeroing and taring are also covered by the new PLC function blocks.

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Robotics Automation News

MARCH 27, 2025

Engineering giant Siemens and automotive company Audi say they are revolutionizing manufacturing processes with next level software-defined automation and artificial intelligence (AI). Audi has also implemented AI-driven automation for optical […]

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Gary Mintchell

APRIL 15, 2024

Emerson has gone through a process of divesting companies and adding others, such as NI (nee National Instruments) becoming overall more of an automation company. Much like years ago when Rockwell shed aerospace and trucks and other industries becoming Rockwell Automation.

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Gary Mintchell

APRIL 10, 2024

Yokogawa has sent a couple of process automation announcements recently. With this new version of CENTUM VP, plant uptime is improved through the addition of a redundancy function to a new IO card that supports communications via the PROFINET communications protocol for industrial networks. It’s been quiet on my radar for a few years.

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Design World

JULY 2, 2024

Electronic drive technology such as variable frequency drives and motor starters optimize automation with dynamic control of speed, precision regulation, and scalable functionality.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

APRIL 22, 2025

Higher load capacity AGV platforms like the heavyweight KMP 3000P from KUKA can transport loads up to three tons in any direction, including diagonally, Mention Automated Guided Vehicles (AGV), and what often comes to mind are manually controlled carts or those that follow tracks or wiring embedded in a facility floor.

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Robotics Business Review

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

As demand grows to augment scarce labor, manufacturers are deploying industrial automation such as vertically articulated robots and industrial controller equipment. Renesas claimed that the RZ/T2H microprocessor ( MPU ) combines all the functionality and performance needed for developing production applications.

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Robotics Business Review

JANUARY 9, 2025

. “The KURAVIZON system is a testament to Flexiv’s commitment to expanding our global presence by delivering cutting-edge automation solutions,” stated Owen Wu, Flexivs business development manager for the Asia-Pacific region. ” Register today to save 40% on conference passes! .” 10, 2025.

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Robotics Business Review

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Massimo Motor’s new production facility with automated guided robots in Garland, Texas. The company has integrated “automated guided robots,” or AGRs, into its 376,000 sq. The models now feature a fully enclosed cab with heaters for comfort and functionality during harsh winter conditions. 34,931 sq.

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Gary Mintchell

APRIL 1, 2025

Paul Maurath, Technical DirectorProcess Automation from Procter & Gambles Central Engineering, presented the users view of automation. Sometimes we get into the weeds with our technologies, building routine atop routines, solving a multitude of problems through creating others. I will dispense with suspense.

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Machine Metrics

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Summary: With seamless bi-directional ERP Connectivity, MachineMetrics offers an out-of-the-box, configurable MES powered by real time production data - the resulting functionality includes automated OEE analytics, downtime tracking, work order management, and dynamic production scheduling.

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Gary Mintchell

OCTOBER 21, 2024

In 2022, the Festo electric mobility initiative demonstrated an automated degassing cell. In 2023, the company developed an automated chemical processing solution for recycling the valuable materials incorporated within EV batteries. Festo created a new solution for high throughput dry-room electrode assembly of EV batteries.

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Gary Mintchell

JUNE 25, 2024

The co-owners of Process Automation Device Information Model (PA-DIM), including FieldComm Group , ISA 100 WCI, NAMUR, ODVA , OPC Foundation , PROFIBUS and PROFINET International , VDMA, and ZVEI, today announced the release of the PA-DIM Version 1.1 This news holds relevance for those hoping for “open” process control technology.

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Robotics Business Review

APRIL 18, 2025

Enidine’s products can be found in use throughout the global Industrial, rotorcraft, aviation, defense, rail, automation, and infrastructure markets. The unit , which is one of the top robotics providers in the world, offers industrial automation, collaborative robot arms, and autonomous mobile robots (AMRs).

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Robotics Business Review

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

An automated gripper changer is part of the CubeBOX machine tending workcell shown here. By automating transitions, manufacturers can maintain a steady workflow and meet demanding delivery schedules. Modern automated systems are designed for ease of integration. Register today to save 40% on conference passes!

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Gary Mintchell

OCTOBER 1, 2024

I have two pieces of news regarding The Open Process Automation Forum. I have unfortunately seen enough of these open automation standards attempts to wonder if this one will go much farther—especially given the maturity of the market. These came just as I was wondering if the organization had been making any more progress.

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Mold Making Technology

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

highlights its Robot Compact 150 as a new addition to the company’s automation portfolio. The automation solution offers a wide range of functions as it is well-suited for flexible loading of up to two production machines of all processing technologies — from milling to EDM. Source | Erowa Technology Inc.

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Gary Mintchell

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Manufacturing and process automation news has become sparse. This AI-powered solution combines the functions of a warehouse execution system (WES) with robot fleet management and powerful analytics. News from the warehouse and fulfillment sector continues to grow. This news comes from Zebra Technologies.

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iBASEt

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

As a focused, cross-functional group of experts with diverse perspectives and skill sets, the Tiger Team drives MBE across the organization by fostering collaboration, unifying practices, and breaking down departmental barriers. By framing MBE as a tool that makes work simpler, they build trust and commitment across functional areas.

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Automation Mag

MAY 21, 2024

For years, Canada has had a reputation for producing high-quality, precision-engineered goods, while developing cutting-edge technologies and processes such as automation, but as global demand calls for even faster innovation, Canadian manufacturers will need to take action not just to gain competitive advantages.

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