Control Engineering

APRIL 6, 2023

Manufacturers looking to gain ground on their digital transformations are often drawn to the idea of using simulations of their operations to gain visibility into their processes and improve efficiencies. However, in a multifaceted manufacturing setting, there is a more comprehensive and scalable option: Digital twins.

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Foley

MARCH 10, 2023

Generative artificial intelligence (AI) models, such as ChatGPT, will widen the gap between the manufacturers who embrace, and profit from, the shift to Smart Manufacturing and the manufacturers who go about “business as usual.” Quite a lot, as it turns out.

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Modern Machine Shop

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Source: Getty Images New Scale Robotics has announced a new partnership with FANUC Americas Corp. This new relationship expands the FANUC system’s capabilities by enabling the automation of manual gaging processes, helping manufacturers eliminate bottlenecks and improve productivity.

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Control Engineering

AUGUST 8, 2023

Learning Objectives Learn about new cybersecurity concerns that emerge when connecting manufacturing systems such as SCADA to enterprise IT networks. Learn how data analytics can help operators to identify production bottlenecks and optimize resource allocation. Learn how robotics technologies can help navigate the labor shortage.

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i4.0 today

JUNE 29, 2023

In recent years, rising energy costs have become a significant concern for manufacturers in the United Kingdom. According to a recent survey by Make UK, six in ten manufacturers believe that the severity of these rising energy costs poses a threat to their businesses.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Supply chain disruptions continue to plague global economies, especially within the manufacturing industry. In Australia, manufacturers with offshore operations are experiencing significant supply chain issues that threaten productivity and financial stability. Tackling supply chain uncertainty with 3D printing.

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Robotics Business Review

JANUARY 8, 2024

Source: Realtime Robotics Realtime Robotics today announced that Valiant TMS will integrate its Optimization-as-a-Service offering with customers’ manufacturing operations. Realtime Robotics asserted that a manufacturer can go through the entire optimization process without causing any delays in current production.

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AU Manufacturing

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

A new National Reconstruction Fund recently announced by the Federal Government aims to build a future made in Australia, with a specific focus on identifying and investing in manufacturing technologies that will help the nation transition to net zero emissions. . Attracting skilled workers back to Australia’s manufacturing industry .

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Robotics Business Review

JANUARY 17, 2024

Source: Flexxbotics Flexxbotics has announced that its robotic technology is now compatible with FOBA Laser Marking + Engraving products for machine tending. Flexxbotics’ system is now compatible with FOBA Laser Marking + Engraving equipment. Kniptash, FOBA’s sales manager for Americas.

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Additive Manufacturing

JANUARY 11, 2023

Additive manufacturing hardware solution providers were once again busy in 2022. BCN3D Unveils Viscous Lithography Manufacturing (VLM) , a New Resin-based 3D Printing Technology: BCN3D announced a new 3D printing technology to advance alongside its FFF solutions: Viscous Lithography Manufacturing (VLM).

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Additive Manufacturing

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

For the additive manufacturing industry, the largest event of the calendar year is nearly upon us as Formnext 2022 is ready to kick off November 15-18 in Frankfurt, Germany. Gartner’s Hype Cycle has made us all students of overblown trends and what they mean en route to new manufacturing realities. It’s the most magical time of year!

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Control Engineering

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Process digital twin benefits include: An increase in plant margin and productivity by support operation in day-to-day activities, optimizing the plant operating conditions, fast de-bottlenecking, and reducing the utilities consumption. The post Digital twin benefits for process manufacturers appeared first on Control Engineering.

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Additive Manufacturing

DECEMBER 7, 2022

Within additive manufacturing, there is a big focus on part and application qualification. related to the Additive Manufacturing Policy. is to leverage additive manufacturing to reduce maintenance cycle times, curb supply chain backlogs, and place manufacturing capabilities at or near the point of need.

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Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

APRIL 12, 2023

The sourcing of key raw materials by Contract Development & Manufacturing Organizations CDMOs was severely impacted and continues as a significant bottleneck post-COVID. Therefore, a multi-sourcing strategy and right-shoring to address cost and efficiency concerns are transforming CDMOs.

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E&T

MAY 5, 2023

ASM said a longer-term agreement with the Vietnamese firm, which is ultimately owned by China's government, would provide it with a multi-source feedstock option and additional supply security for its processing plant in South Korea.

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i4.0 today

JANUARY 10, 2024

Supply chains could also be interrupted or delayed, which could lead to bottlenecks in production and the fulfilment of customer orders. This is because higher energy costs can lead to an increase in total cost of ownership, forcing companies to raise their prices, seek efficiencies or explore alternative energy sources.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Fabricating & Metalworking asked leading sheet metal laser cutting machine manufacturers to answer the question: Redefining Laser Cutting: What’s Next for Metal Fabrication? Below, leading sheet metal laser cutting machine manufacturers share what’s next. What’s Next? More Power? TRUMPF Inc.

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Mold Making Technology

APRIL 25, 2023

Helmut Mueller, president, Helm Tool Company: Since 1977, Helm Tool has worked hard to take mold manufacturing to a higher standard. Handles all key manufacturing steps to make precision tools in-house. For example, purchasing our five-axis machine eliminated the bottlenecks we had from outsourcing our mold base work.

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Mold Making Technology

DECEMBER 5, 2023

He brings 15 years of experience and knowledge in estimating and design to the team and has proven to be a critical factor when considering our strategies in sourcing new tooling programs. A Roeders CNC vertical machining center helps to reduce process bottlenecks. Darryl Clare has joined the team in the capacity of program manager.

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Control Engineering

MARCH 27, 2023

Learning Objectives Understand how onboarding new talent and teaching them programming is a major bottleneck challenge. Learn how Git-based software can remove some of the potential bottlenecks. Discover the importance of having one source of truth for programming and the benefits of open communication for the team.

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Control Engineering

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

Information technology (IT) and operational technology (OT) personnel can collaborate to implement industrial data analytics using combined knowledge about sources of data accessibility. Whose help are you going to need to get to apply industrial data analytics more effectively? Everyone can benefit and has an interest in making this succeed.

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i4.0 today

OCTOBER 19, 2022

Following its investment in an energy-saving FANUC ROBOSHOT injection moulding machine, eco-conscious plastic products manufacturer Bloom-in-Box is well on the way to becoming carbon neutral. This revealed that electricity was its biggest source of carbon emissions, accounting for 95% of its total emissions. We had reached a plateau.

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i4.0 today

JANUARY 13, 2023

In the UK, car manufacturing fell 42% in September 2021 , registering its worst drop for the month since 1982, with the global chip shortages adding more than 2.4 As per an Infosys survey , digital manufacturing and intelligent supply chains are the latest trends in the manufacturing industry. billion pounds ($3.30

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E&T

DECEMBER 7, 2022

And Watch Ultra has been manufactured to meet the MIL-STD 810H standard, meaning it should work in more extreme and hazardous conditions. The modular design and use of screws over glue will probably make assembly easier – and thus make it easier for Apple to adopt new sources for its manufacture. Made in China’ blurb.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

APRIL 18, 2023

Billy Friend sits down with the company’s CEO to learn about the recent shift to higher-value orders on the back of more interest in local manufacturing. Founded by two Dutch immigrants in 1962, All Metal Products (AMP) is an Australian manufacturer which has grown steadily from humble beginnings.

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Control Engineering

JULY 14, 2023

Recent unprecedented supply chain issues (due to the COVID-19 pandemic and several ongoing geopolitical situations) continue to force manufacturers to reassess and establish a well-conceived contingency plan to limit the business impact of supply disruptions. The above challenges share a lack of predictability.

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Control Engineering

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

and digital twins offer manufacturers an opportunity to improve safety by enhancing situational awareness. objects, which can give the manufacturer better insights on how to improve safety. Conventional safety concepts do not consider the sources and effects of cyber threats that could create new hazards.

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Control Engineering

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Now, there are flexible machines enable fast changeovers moving to reconfigurable manufacturing systems for simplified updates. Now we have renewable energy sources moving to full integration of renewable energy, carbon capture and viable energy models. Customers want speed and agility to quickly change setup. Perducat said.

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Control Engineering

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Automation market insights The global economy has gone through some challenges due to supply chain bottlenecks and other issues, which has led some to believe a mild recession might be on the horizon. Learn about some of the key trends that will be most common in mergers and acquisitions and the impact they’ll have on the automation industry.

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CMTC Manufacturing Tech

MARCH 15, 2023

Continuous improvement and customer-first approaches such as Lean methodology can offer a critical advantage to small and medium-sized manufacturers (SMMs) competing in the global market. What Is Waste from a Lean Manufacturing Perspective? Lean Manufacturing’s 8 Wastes Lean Manufacturing has classified waste into eight categories.

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E&T

JULY 7, 2023

These cells are like ‘keys on a piano’ and range from low to high frequency, explains Dr Robert Gay, director of pharmaceutical approaches at Cochlear, a Sydney-based manufacturer of the device. Initial investigations suggest the device could be mass-manufactured and worn for up to 20 years.

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Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

MAY 11, 2022

Source: Frost & Sullivan. The strategy of sanctioning third-party vehicle upgraders to provide aftersales service support will alleviate bottlenecks in repair and service delivery. Accordingly, the company’s services segment will emerge as a major contributor to gross margins. Tesla Vehicle Population, Global, 2010-2020.

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Control Engineering

MARCH 12, 2023

Artificial intelligence (AI) insights The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has companies are entering a new revolution that changes the way original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) think about and approach manufacturing. Where testing is a bottleneck, this also increases overall throughput of the production line.

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Control Engineering

OCTOBER 5, 2022

Advances in machine tool hardware, software, subtractive and additive manufacturing processes and related system integration were among four major Siemens IMTS announcements. It includes a partner ecosystem in designing and manufacturing next-generation electric vehicle (EV) components using additive and traditional CNC manufacturing.

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ATS

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Share Adopting lean manufacturing increases focus on equipment changeovers. The benefits are substantial, especially when applied at bottleneck processes. The benefits are substantial, especially when applied at bottleneck processes. What is SMED in manufacturing? SMED is an acronym for single-minute exchange of dies.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

MARCH 20, 2023

In times of increasing volatility, the interaction of a multitude of network partners and global market forces, manufacturing companies need reliable data to make decisions in real-time. Jedox provides just that, helping manufacturing companies improve data quality, break down data silos and accelerate planning cycles.

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CMTC Manufacturing Tech

MARCH 6, 2024

While pandemics, natural disasters, geopolitical conflicts, and other disruptive events are inevitable, manufacturing managers can insulate their supply chains from their worst effects with proper preparation. We’ll also highlight the benefits of supply chain planning for small and medium-sized manufacturers (SMMs).

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