i4.0 today

JANUARY 13, 2023

In July 2021, the German Association of the Automotive Industry, known as Verband der Automobilindustrie (VDA), cut its forecast for production growth from 13 percent to 3 percent, citing supply-chain disruptions, including a shortage of semiconductors. billion pounds ($3.30 Euros) to costs. billion pounds ($3.30 Euros) to costs.

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Automotive Supply Chain Bottleneck Value chain 52

Robotics Business Review

APRIL 25, 2024

Source: Outrider Between the automated warehouse and self-driving long-haul vehicles, there is the opportunity to add robotics to yard management. Outrider ’s patent portfolio covers the numerous inventions, innovations, and technologies our team developed to re-define the logistics yard,” stated Andrew Smith, founder and CEO of Outrider. “In

Automation 78

Automation Logistics Supply Chain Robotics 78

Manufacturer's Monthly

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

The expression “supply chain issues” is familiar to all Australians, from the manufacturer whose production line has stalled awaiting parts from an overseas supplier to the housewife walking past empty shelves in her local supermarket. The benefits of thinking outside the traditional manufacturing box can be seen all around the world.

Manufacturing 93

Manufacturing 3D printing Supply Chain Prototype  93

Robotics Business Review

JANUARY 11, 2024

Source: ABB After a challenging year for autonomous mobile robot, or AMR, providers, industry leaders are continuing to consolidate. Source: ABB ABB sees pilots as path to multiple markets ABB had already conducted pilot projects with customers in the automotive and logistics industries. and Germany.” and Germany.”

Robotics 98

Robotics Robotics Logistics Automotive 98

Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

JUNE 16, 2022

Electromobility is gaining momentum with improving charging infrastructure, expanding manufacturing capacity, policy support, and purchase incentives. End-of-life business models view value extraction from used batteries through two lenses: one, recycling for material recovery, and two, reuse in automotive and energy storage applications.

Automotive 52

Automotive Value chain Supply Chain Logistics 52

AU Manufacturing

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

The expression “supply chain issues” is familiar to all Australians, from the manufacturer whose production line has stalled awaiting parts from an overseas supplier to the housewife walking past empty shelves in her local supermarket. The benefits of thinking outside the traditional manufacturing box can be seen all around the world.

Supply Chain 69

Supply Chain Manufacturing 3D printing Prototype  69

Robotics Business Review

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Source: IFR The International Federation of Robotics, or IFR, today listed its picks for the top five global robotics trends of this year. Robot manufacturers have started to develop generative AI-driven interfaces that allow users to program systems more intuitively by using natural language instead of code. million units in 2022.

Robotics 116

Robotics Robotics Artificial Intelligence Automotive 116

Robotics Business Review

MARCH 19, 2024

Source: ABB ABB Robotics has announced its first Flexley Tug T702 autonomous mobile robot (AMR). The AMR T702 is a perfect match for a wide range of industries, such as automotive, consumer goods sector or logistics, especially in large, busy warehouses and fulfillment centers where the environment is constantly changing.“

Robotics 99

Robotics Robotics Consumer Goods Logistics 99

Robotics Business Review

DECEMBER 29, 2023

It added that it plans to focus on hazardous scenarios, high-end customer service, automotive manufacturing, and in-home services. LimX noted that it took the cost and efficiency of manufacturing into consideration while designing CL-1. CL-1 ascending the stairs dynamically.

Robotics 114

Robotics Robotics Control Algorithm Artificial Intelligence 114

Fastener News Desk

JULY 7, 2023

About SFS Group SFS is a worldwide leading supplier of precision components and assemblies, mechanical fastening systems, quality tools and logistics solutions. In the Engineered Components segment, SFS partners with customers to develop and manufacture customer-specific precision components, assemblies and fastening solutions.

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Logistics Supply Chain Electronics Automotive 52

Fastener News Desk

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

Residential construction and automotive manufacturing have shown weakness as buyers take a wait-and-see approach. Some subsectors of industrial services have experienced depressed valuations as they struggle with cyclicality, inflation and supply chain shortages, sources tell Mergers & Acquisitions.

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Logistics Automotive Sourcing 52

Robotics Business Review

APRIL 17, 2024

Source: Boston Dynamics “Everything we understood, from the time of launching Spot as a prototype to it being a reliable product deployed in fleets, is going into the new Atlas,” Playter said. ” In the new video below, the previous version of Atlas handles automotive parts and real products weighing up to 25 lb.

Robotics 120

Robotics Robotics Artificial Intelligence Automotive 120

Robotics Business Review

MARCH 13, 2024

Source: ABB ABB Ltd. robotics headquarters and manufacturing facility in Auburn Hills, Mich. “We had our first manipulator roll off the line in 2016, and ABB is still the first major robotics company to manufacture systems in the U.S.,” ABB has expanded production, staff, and training space in Auburn Hills, Mich.

Robotics 98

Robotics Robotics Supply Chain Sourcing 98

Robotics Business Review

APRIL 12, 2024

or Sanctuary AI, is entering a new strategic partnership with automotive components supplier Magna International Inc. Through this expanded partnership, Sanctuary plans to equip Magna’s manufacturing facilities with general-purpose AI robots. . | Credit: Sanctuary AI Humanoid robot developer Sanctuary Cognitive Systems Corp.,

Robotics 106

Robotics Robotics Artificial Intelligence Manufacturing 106

Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

NOVEMBER 20, 2022

KSA logistics scenario. The largest economy amongst the Gulf Cooperation Council members, Saudi Arabia, is striving to position itself as the logistics hub of the region with its Vision 2030 initiatives, driving growth in the logistics sector. Under Vision 2030. Global Supply Chain Resilience Initiative.

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Logistics Freight Artificial Intelligence 52

Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

NOVEMBER 20, 2022

KSA logistics scenario. The largest economy amongst the Gulf Cooperation Council members, Saudi Arabia, is striving to position itself as the logistics hub of the region with its Vision 2030 initiatives, driving growth in the logistics sector. Under Vision 2030. Global Supply Chain Resilience Initiative.

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Logistics Freight Artificial Intelligence 52

ATS

MARCH 31, 2023

Share Green manufacturing and sustainability considerations have shifted from “nice-to-haves” for manufacturers to requirements with short- and long-term impact. Net zero manufacturing is one such consideration, as a strategy focused on zero net carbon emissions. What is net zero manufacturing?

Manufacturing 52

Manufacturing Supply Chain Logistics Fit 52

Fastener News Desk

JULY 7, 2023

The acquisition is an important part of Bulten’s strategy, which aims for growth outside of the company’s primary customer group of automotive, and to improve risk diversification, as well as margins. Components with a low unit price that manufacturing companies stock in large quantities. Net sales in 2022 totaled SEK 4,474 million.

Electronics 52

Electronics Automotive Sourcing Logistics 52

Fastener News Desk

DECEMBER 7, 2022

It acquires the Canadian distribution business from the American company PennEngineering® in Danboro, Pennsylvania, USA, an innovative manufacturer of fastening solutions. and logistic services. Content Source: RELATED CONTENT: The Bossard Group has acquired Jeveka. Bossard was founded in Zug in 1831.

Logistics 52

Logistics Industry 4.0 Industry 4.0 Automotive 52

E&T

JANUARY 12, 2023

The innovative world of automotive manufacturing could be about to get a lot more contentious due to disruption led by electric vehicles, lower barriers to entry and the divergence of global supply chains. The global automotive industry is undergoing a period of rapid technological and manufacturing transformation.

Supply Chain 59

Supply Chain Automotive Value chain Manufacturing 59

Robotics Business Review

DECEMBER 26, 2023

million for 6 River Systems , which makes autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) for logistics applications. Source: 6 River Systems Suffering a $437.3 More importantly, Balyo’s portfolio of robotic forklift technologies strengthens SoftBank’s existing investments in logistics automation. Ocado paid roughly 2.8%

Robotics 111

Robotics Robotics Logistics Automation 111

Control Engineering

SEPTEMBER 9, 2023

from 2022, with demand coming from a variety of industries including retail, healthcare, food and beverage, automotive and logistics. In fact, by 2025 5G connections in North America are expected to grow to 410 million, said Statista [with around 200 million in 2023, according to multiple sources].

Manufacturing 40

Manufacturing Beverage Logistics Automotive 40

Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

Kia will dispatch its old batteries via the DB logistics network – DB Schenker and DB Cargo – to energy storage startup, Encore. Manufacturing and sales of these systems are set to start in 2023. Their likely use will be in providing a consistent, cost-effective supply of electricity to DB’s maintenance and staging depots.

Automotive 52

Automotive Cargo Value chain Supply Chain 52

i4.0 today

MAY 25, 2023

The company’s solutions connect engineering know-how and software to optimize how things are manufactured, moved, powered and operated. We help companies of all sizes and sectors – from automotive to electronics and logistics – become more resilient, flexible and efficient.

Robotics 52

Robotics Robotics Automation 3D printing 52

SMMT

JUNE 22, 2023

Recognised by both the Financial Times and Forbes as a leading automotive specialist, QR_ now employs over 400 PDM professionals, split between the UK, USA, Spain and Australia. What services do you provide to operators/manufacturers in the commercial vehicles sphere? It then becomes a question of usefulness.

Product Data Management (PDM) 52

Product Data Management (PDM) Prototype  Bill of Materials Automotive 52

SMMT

JUNE 22, 2023

Recognised by both the Financial Times and Forbes as a leading automotive specialist, QR_ now employs over 400 PDM professionals, split between the UK, USA, Spain and Australia. What services do you provide to operators/manufacturers in the commercial vehicles sphere? It then becomes a question of usefulness.

Product Data Management (PDM) 52

Product Data Management (PDM) Prototype  Bill of Materials Automotive 52

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

DECEMBER 12, 2018

UK automotive manufacturers needn’t fear being hit by unexpected delays or new tariffs imposed on EU-sourced components following a no-deal Brexit, argues B.G. Bullas’ Managing Director, Nathalie Wheeldon, in a new industry study.

Supply Chain 40

Supply Chain Automotive Manufacturing Sourcing 40

i4.0 today

DECEMBER 12, 2022

With the increasing likelihood of a global economic recession in 2023, many industries are struggling with increasing manufacturing cost, such as labor and raw material costs, and maintaining their profit margins. Source: IDTechEx. fold increase in demand for logistics and delivery robots and a 6.8-fold

Robotics 52

Robotics Robotics Automation Logistics 52

Robotics Business Review

JANUARY 10, 2024

Source: Kodiak Robotics Kodiak Robotics Inc. “While we continue to work with leading truck manufacturers, the technology we developed is deployment-ready, uncoupled from OEM timelines and truck manufacturer-agnostic, which allows us to move fast while keeping safety at the forefront.” million miles. .

Robotics 93

Robotics Robotics Sourcing Automotive 93

i4.0 today

APRIL 21, 2023

The solution, developed by Cyan Tec Systems, is designed around an ABB IRB 6700 industrial robot carrying a laser welder to produce highly accurate welding on production vessels used in the manufacture of chlorine. Cyan Tec Systems was asked to develop the solution. This final welding stage takes around two minutes for a completed product.

Robotics 52

Robotics Robotics Automation Logistics 52

Fabricating & Metal Work

OCTOBER 2, 2023

ABB recently announced an investment of $280 million to expand its manufacturing footprint in Europe and build a new state-of-the-art ABB Robotics European Campus in Västerås, Sweden. the new facility in Sweden will strengthen our capabilities in serving our customers in Europe with locally manufactured products in a growing market.

Robotics 52

Robotics Robotics Automation Pharmaceutical 52

Robotics Business Review

JANUARY 2, 2024

Source: LinkedIn As The Robot Report reported last October, one of the biggest autotech stories of the year was the stalling of Cruise after California’s Department of Motor Vehicles suspended its driverless testing license. We’ve done many pilots both in automotive, as well as the commercial space,” she said.

Robotics 88

Robotics Robotics Sourcing Fit 88

Manufacturer's Monthly

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

Manufacturers’ Monthly finds out why OEMs of harvesting equipment are utilising the Diamond Chain. OEMs of harvesting equipment need to have confidence in the reliability of their designs, which means sourcing the best in power transmission genuine parts. There are few working environments quite as rugged as rural Australian farmland.

Logistics 91

Logistics Fit Automotive Sourcing 91

Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

AUGUST 30, 2022

As many companies globally commit to net-zero and science-based targets, the industry’s focus is gradually shifting from responsible sourcing, onsite recycling, and alternative energy solutions to tackling emission reduction across the value chain.

Value chain 52

Value chain Supply Chain Logistics Consumer Goods 52

Fastener News Desk

MARCH 30, 2023

9:25) Watch now on FastenerTV at YouTube (9:28) Shannon Precision Fastener has officially opened their brand new 170,000 square foot, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. We’d love to learn about what’s driving your fastener distributorship or fastener manufacturing company forward!

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Aerospace Automotive Logistics Manufacturing 52

Fastener News Desk

AUGUST 27, 2023

DAY 2 – Tuesday, October 10 8:30AM – 9:30AM | Exhibit Hall Sessions Stage Keynote Presentation: The Future of Manufacturing: Technology and Workforce Jake Hall, Keynote Speaker 2023 International Fastener Expo Jake Hall, The Manufacturing Millennial The industry is changing. Adapting new types of automation from Industry 4.0

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Plastics News

JANUARY 27, 2023

That drop came from a 1-cent downward move for polymer-grade propylene feedstock and from buyers taking back 3 cents in margin, according to market sources contacted by Plastics News. It is the first major PE manufacturing complex in the Northeastern U.S. The automotive sector is a big end market for many engineering resins.

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