Modern Machine Shop

APRIL 30, 2025

“Too small for automation?” ” With just two people and a clear vision, NS Precision partnered with Methods Machine Tools to build a lights-out operation capable of running 100+ automated machining hours per week. ” The Methods Plus-K60 Automation System is added to a medium bed FANUC RoboDrill.

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Modern Machine Shop

MAY 13, 2025

Source: Additive Manufacturing Media “Additive manufacturing can’t be a cornerstone of manufacturing unless it’s profitable,” says Adam Clark, CEO of Marle Tangible, a 3D printed medical device manufacturer located in Fairborn, Ohio. Source: Marle Tangible Efficient Batching.

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Modern Machine Shop

APRIL 22, 2024

This automated robotic cell at MetalQuest frees employees from repetitive, manual tasks. Source: MetalQuest From the earliest days of automation at IMTS featuring a robot hand moving parts, there has been a massive evolution in technology. “What is the definition of automation?” “Here’s an analogy.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Manufacturers simply can’t staff positions to meet their production demands, and many can’t turn to traditional automation, which is too expensive and complex, especially for small and midsized businesses,” says Joe Campbell , senior manager of applications development and strategic marketing at Universal Robots. www.universal-robots.com.

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Mold Making Technology

APRIL 27, 2025

Source (all images): The Plastek Group/Triangle Tool How would you describe The Plastek Group’s evolution in recent years? Bonanno: We have a five-year capital expenditure plan with a $6 million annual budget focused on automation and new machinery. Automation is central to our strategy. Let’s talk technology.

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Robotics Business Review

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

AUAR’s pop-up factories combine robotics with software to automate the design and construction process. Source: AUAR Automated Architecture, or AUAR, yesterday said it is shipping two of its Micro-Factories, which feature ABB robotic arms, to the U.S. This is the Bristol, U.K.-based Register now. ABB teams in the U.K.,

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Automation Mag

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

When looking at supply chains, for example, almost all (98 percent) manufacturers are considering geographic strategies to optimize supply chain resilience, opting for closer or politically stable sourcing destinations. On the topic of carbon footprints, manufacturers are particularly hopeful about the impact of ESG on their businesses.

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Mold Making Technology

APRIL 3, 2025

Source | MMT Staff Mantle Inc. known for its automated toolmaking systems, recently announced a software update to deliver performance enhancements to benefit its customers. The technology offers a variety of benefits to transform toolmaking in terms of increasing production capacity as well as reducing lead times.

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i4.0 today

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

It’s an attractive middle-ground that enables OEMs to adopt a hybrid sourcing strategy that considers multiple factors. The PCB assemblies meanwhile are being sourced from a trusted Chinese supplier with a UK-based distribution hub. Uncovering the right sourcing strategy can be fraught with risks. Today Magazine.

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MEM

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

It’s an attractive middle-ground that enables OEMs to adopt a hybrid sourcing strategy that considers multiple factors. The PCB assemblies meanwhile are being sourced from a trusted Chinese supplier with a UK-based distribution hub. Uncovering the right sourcing strategy can be fraught with risks.

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Mold Making Technology

AUGUST 5, 2024

Source | System 3R System 3R highlights its WorkPartner 1+ (WPT 1+) for manufacturers in need of flexible automation. The modular automation system is suited for moldmaking needs such as milling, EDM and laser micromachining applications. The company says these systems shorten lead times and maximize ROI.

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Mold Making Technology

JANUARY 1, 2025

These high-production molds for the electrical industry were designed and produced on-time. Source | Versatile Mold and Design Could you tell us about Versatile Mold and Design’s history and current operations? How has having offshore partners influenced your operations, particularly regarding lead times and cost-effectiveness?

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Lead Time Pharmaceutical Prototype  Aerospace 64

Fabricating & Metal Work

APRIL 22, 2025

CNC technology may seem complex, but modern advancements have made these systems more user-friendly, with intuitive controls, conversational programming, automation features, tool probes and parts probes that reduce the possibility of errors and simplify operations. Keeping machining in-house reduces the risk of supply chain disruptions.

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Robotics Business Review

AUGUST 12, 2024

Source: ARM Institute The Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing, or ARM, Institute today selected six new technology projects for funding. Automated T-shirt assembly system Apparel manufacturing is an industry ripe for automation, making it a strategic focus for the ARM Institute. jobs, it added.

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Modern Machine Shop

APRIL 6, 2025

Retention Above All Material sourcing became a universal challenge in the aftermath of the pandemic, affecting East Coast Precision just as much as other shops.

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Manufacturing Cycle time Sourcing Aerospace 95

Modern Machine Shop

JUNE 20, 2024

Mazak HQR 200MSY NEO multi-tasking turning center Source: Mazak Corporation Mazak VC-Ez 20X model Source: Mazak Corporation Mazak is showcasing its technology for job shops, multitasking, advanced manufacturing and high-production with live demonstrations processing real-world, industry-specific parts.

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Mold Making Technology

JUNE 19, 2024

Source (All Images) | Mazak Corp. Booth visitors can also see Mazak’s recent automation and digital technology and discover Mazak MPower Complete Customer Care as well as Mazak Capital Equipment Financing (MCEF) for streamlined equipment financing. The company showcases digital solutions like its Spindle Health Monitoring System.

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The Automation Blog

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

This article discusses CNC automation, its advantages, what enables CNC machining automation, and how RapidDirect powers CNC automation. What is CNC Automation? Machine automation reduces human interventions in manufacturing processes, increasing machine tool utilization. The Advantages of CNC Automation.

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Mold Making Technology

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Source (All images) | Molded Precision Components and MPC Advanced Machining Who is MPC Advanced Machining? CNC milling and sinker EDM machines use multi-pallet automation with robotic tending to run parts fully unattended. We also have team members in the tool room and engineering department who do computer programming as a hobby.

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Modern Machine Shop

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Hurco showcases ProCobots-Hurco machine-tending automation across various models, including the VMX42Di ideal for mold work. The Automation Job Manager feature simplifies setup without robot programming. This system demonstrates easy implementation of automation in small- to medium-sized manufacturing operations.

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3D printing Automation Robotics Robotics 91

Modern Machine Shop

JULY 11, 2024

Source: Porta Solutions North America Inc. The machine can reportedly machine over three times faster than a typical machining center, reducing labor, automation and part costs, as well as space and energy consumption. The Portacenter 400 is mass-produced with lead times ranging from 60 to 90 days.

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CMTC Manufacturing Tech

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Modernizing these facilities means embracing automation and flexible manufacturing strategies. However, these upfront costs can be offset by long-term savings from reduced transportation expenses, efficiencies through automation and faster time-to-market.

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Automation Mag

JULY 2, 2024

Formic, a provider of Robots-as-a-Service (RaaS) automation, has raised another $27.4 Formic offers fully supported robotic automation at a low hourly rate, including deploying the system and providing continuous monitoring and maintenance throughout the engagement to ensure success. million in Series A financing.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Another trend that Sevaan Group has noticed in component manufacturing is that companies have been increasingly choosing to source their parts in Australia. Whereas several years ago, companies took some of their parts supply sourcing overseas, particularly to Asia, there has been a shift back to sourcing parts locally. “At

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Control Engineering

JULY 14, 2023

See how tools can increase supply chain digitalization, integration and automation. Data transparency tools can increase supply chain digitalization, integration and automation. With factories closed, lead times and backlogs quickly grew. More automated steps add consistency and decrease chances for human error.

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Mold Making Technology

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

Source (All images) | APSX As moldmakers face increasing pressures to deliver faster and more cost-effective solutions, integrating 3D printing (3DP), machining and desktop injection molding into the process can offer significant advantages for both novice and advanced moldmakers. A mold produced on a desktop resin 3D printer.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Elving pointed out that an estimated 40 per cent of all components used by Australian manufacturers are sourced from China, with a large percentage of the balance coming from other offshore sources. AM had a role to play here,” said Elving. This could substantially reduce the carbon footprint of the freight sector.

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Control Engineering

JANUARY 11, 2023

While the situation has improved for many commodities since the depths of the pandemic shutdowns, especially mechanical components, vendors of motion control systems expect extended lead times to continue through at least 2023. In some ways, it’s just more apparent as the pressure to automate increases.”.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

suppliers of safety products, and a leading U.S. And technology is rapidly evolving thanks to automation and cobots, as examples. At the same time, older technologies are being upgraded and retrofitted so fabrication shops remain competitive. It is one of the largest U.S. supplier of ammonia products and process chemicals.

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Modern Machine Shop

JULY 16, 2024

Source: Nikon Nikon Corp.’s This 3D scanner supports factory automation by enabling users to scan each workpiece with the click of a button and then automatically generates the toolpath data for the 3D printing process to begin. This automation and streamlined workflow can lead to reduced costs and lead time for industrial users.

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Automation Mag

JANUARY 15, 2024

Fulfilling the promise of collaborative automation Collaborative automation is the fastest-growing segment of the industrial robot market. The elimination of robot programming liberates both end-users and robotics integrators, slashes deployment times, and improves return on investment (ROI).

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Modern Machine Shop

JULY 18, 2024

Shop owners today are spending more time focusing on efficiency, repeatability and automation using digital tools such as AI, or artificial intelligence. ” By using digital tools to supplement their workflow, Malito hopes they can shorten their lead times on projects that require more engineering support.

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Mold Making Technology

DECEMBER 15, 2024

Sources (Clockwise) | Alpine Advanced Materials, Dynamic Tool Corp., Integrated CAD/CAM Streamlines Electrode Manufacture, Improves Quality A focus on electrode design and automation helps toolroom improve efficiency, reduce tooling costs and deliver higher quality products. Now’s your chance to dive into these trending topics.

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Mold Making Technology

MARCH 4, 2025

This list represents committed exhibitors as of the time of publication. Get To Know EPS FloTek Source | EPS FloTek Moldmaking is the process EPS FloTek has built its entire technology around. Source | Incoe Corp. Current as of 2/16/25. Get To Know Incoe Corp.

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Sourcing Manufacturing Lead Time Automotive 75

Modern Machine Shop

AUGUST 1, 2024

Source: AIMS Metrology AIMS Metrology demonstrates its multisensor inspection capabilities with its range of turnkey five-axis CMMs. “That includes programming, custom holding fixtures, tooling, automation, service and support. They also need a service provider they can depend on.”

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Manufacturer's Monthly

OCTOBER 23, 2023

APS Industrial’s new manufacturing facility in South Australia is set to help the automation specialists manufacture and supply its products to the market in a quicker and more efficient manner. CEO, Siemens Australia and New ZealandPeter Halliday spoke about the importance of this announcement. “In

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Manufacturing Supply Chain Lead Time Form 98

Control Engineering

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

System integrator insights Open standard design, like ODVA, enhances industrial automation systems with scalability and compatibility, reducing costs and risks associated with vendor lock-in and proprietary protocols. For those who use automation parts the unpredictable nature of the supply chain is one of the biggest problems faced today.

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