Robotics Automation News

NOVEMBER 27, 2022

Collect&Go, Colruyt Group’s online shopping service, is currently testing the state-of-the-art technology: an autonomous vehicle built by the Estonian technology company Clevon that combines remote teleoperation with advanced autopilot functionality. Remotely controlled, the self-driving vehicle […].

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Design World

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

The DATEC-CONTROL line of handheld enclosures for large graphics displays now features a wide choice of battery options. DATEC-CONTROL is a candidate for applications including mobile data collection and transfer, measuring and control technology, medical and wellness devices, Smart Factory and Industry 4.0.

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Design World

OCTOBER 6, 2023

IoT devices collect weather, soil, plant, and nutrient data points and AI systems process this data for informed decision making, for example. In fact, AI-outfitted tractor and drone controls reliably boost crop yields, reduce waste, and make both agribusiness… The post What if AI drops were managed — not surprising?

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Gary Mintchell

MAY 16, 2023

Now manufacturers have a streamlined way to collect, contextualize, normalize and analyze data with visual representations of purpose-driven digital twin models.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Wintriss Controls Group had a successful FABTECH show from September 11-14, 2023 in Chicago, where it received tremendous interest from attendees about the latest, advanced features in its SmartPAC PRO Press Automation Controller and ShopFloorConnect ® OEE and Data Collection Software. The Wintriss booth at FABTECH 2023.

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Gary Mintchell

APRIL 10, 2024

The second concerns strengthened industrial network support in CENTUM in the Control and Safety System family of solutions. When doing so, the data collected by robots can be combined with data from control systems, safety instrumented systems, and integrated asset management systems for centralized management.

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Gary Mintchell

JANUARY 30, 2024

Sight Machine, a US-based company and Microsoft partner, provides a manufacturing data platform that collects, structures, and analyzes data from manufacturing operations. To further drive manufacturing efficiency in industrial environments, the two companies will collaborate on a joint product offering and go-to-market strategy.

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MRPEasy

JANUARY 24, 2024

Production control is the collection of processes that manage and monitor the workflows involved in manufacturing a product. Robust production control practices and tools increase workplace efficiency, improve supply chain management, and reduce costs. What is production control?

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Robotics Business Review

FEBRUARY 24, 2024

To collect regolith, remotely operated robots emerge as a practical choice due to their lower risks and costs compared to human spaceflight. However, operating robots over these large distances introduces large delays into the system, which make them more difficult to control. You learn more by reading the technical paper here.

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ATS

APRIL 5, 2024

This blog is about the machine data collection process. Machine data collection also involves data that’s held on other systems used to manage the plant. Types of machine data collected Machines equipped with PLCs can collect data about processing conditions or the work performed. What is machine data?

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DO Supply

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Introduction Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) are ruggedized computing devices used to control electro-mechanical processes, mainly in industrial settings. The PLC continuously monitors the state of connected input devices or sensors and collects the status information as input data.

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Design World

JULY 21, 2022

Easy to install and maintain, these turnkey units consist of a centralized pumping station, controller, distribution manifolds, and level sensor that drops into the machine tool sump. 168 Manufacturing. 168mfg.com.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Wintriss Controls Group has announced that Wintriss Product Manager Jim Finnerty will be making two educational conference presentations at FABTECH 2022 located at the Georgia World Congress Convention Center, Atlanta GA. Finnerty is an industry authority on automated press controls and OEE/ data collection/ production monitoring software.

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Modern Machine Shop

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Photo Credit: Okuma America Corporation Okuma America Corporation ’s OSP-P500 control is designed to enhance user experiences and optimize manufacturing operations. Coupled with on-board conversational programming capabilities, the OSP-P500 is among the easiest machine controls to program on the market.

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Gary Mintchell

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

I think that was the theme—don’t think of Rockwell Automation from the point-of-view of controls and drives. Looking at financials, the traditional industrial control product business still is the greatest contributor. Software and control is still next, but services are catching up to it.

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Gary Mintchell

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Just as I recently asked about the future of embedded control, I’m also curious about developments at the edge and its implications for data—as in “digital transformation.” Build future-proof, robust local control systems that are Industry 4.0-compatible. During my brief career as an IT Influencer, I was the “edge” guy. compatible.

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Gary Mintchell

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

The global study conducted by Cyentia Institute analyzed 122 cybersecurity events that included a direct compromise of operational technology (OT) and/or industrial control system (ICS) operations, collecting and reviewing nearly 100 data points for each incident. Don’t think you are immune from global politics. Unfortunately.

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Control Engineering

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

CFE Media and Technology proudly presents the Engineering Leaders Under 40, Class of 2023 — a cohort of 35 exceptional minds, all hailing from the industrial manufacturing, controls, automation and systems integration professions. Andrew Edmonson, Applied Control Engineering Inc. Joseph Dolivo, 4IR Solutions Corp.

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Modern Machine Shop

NOVEMBER 13, 2022

Argolytics , maker of Trendable software solutions for quality control, announces a new partnership with CFA Solutions , makers of the non-conformance tracking and reporting software 80/20 Quality. We are excited to make data collection and reporting easy and accessible through this new integration.” Photo Credit: iStock.

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Dinesh Mishra

JANUARY 10, 2024

designed to collect and process data from metal forming equipment — such as stamping presses and coldforming machines – equipped with Marposs Brankamp devices or T1 terminals. software collects, processes, and integrates data from production forming machines that can integrate with MES and ERP systems. Marposs C-THRU4.0

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Fabricating & Metal Work

AUGUST 14, 2023

Wintriss Controls Group has announced that Wintriss Product Manager Jim Finnerty will be making two educational conference presentations at FABTECH 2023 located at McCormick Place in Chicago, IL. Mr. Finnerty is an industry authority on automated press controls and OEE/ data collection/ production monitoring software.

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Gary Mintchell

AUGUST 1, 2023

OMAC birthed about the same time that I left manufacturing to become an editor at Control Engineering. The open computer as a PLC replacement designed to drive down the high costs of controllers never really made it. Originally Open Modular Architecture Computer it held center stage at the annual ARC Industry Forum for many years.

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Drives & Controls

APRIL 20, 2023

Omron has launched a new generation of automation controllers that it claims offer the world’s highest precision data collection and large-capacity transfer capabilities, leading to rapid improvements in processes that cause defective products, as well as cutting wastage.

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Gary Mintchell

OCTOBER 2, 2023

The Plex MES system offers live reporting, enabling real-time visibility, automation of data collection, and tracking of production KPIs. The benefits of this project include improved inventory control, waste reduction, reduced error from manual processing, and overall equipment efficiency (OEE).

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E&T

JANUARY 19, 2023

Ecologists have been collecting genetic material samples, called environmental DNA (eDNA), to catalogue and monitor biodiversity. The differing thickness and elasticity in branches can make it difficult for drones to assess where to land to collect the strips. The drone is equipped with adhesive strips.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

APRIL 24, 2024

Cosen Saws demonstrated the SH-1100LDM, one of its larger fabrication saws, within the Controlled Automations booth at NASCC 2024. Controlled Automations is an official distributor for Cosen Saws. Automated efficiency: Equipped with hydraulically controlled operations for seamless and highly efficient cutting processes.

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Control Engineering

APRIL 24, 2023

Control Engineering’s top 5 pieces of content over the past week covered Hannover Messe 2023, AI and robotics integration. The post Top 5 Control Engineering content: April 17-13, 2023 appeared first on Control Engineering.

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Gil Automation

OCTOBER 5, 2023

A wireless wellhead is a technological solution that enables remote monitoring and control of wellheads in the oil and gas industry. It utilizes wireless communication technology to transmit data from wellheads to a central control system, eliminating the need for manual intervention at the site. What is a Wireless Wellhead?

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Mold Making Technology

APRIL 15, 2024

Source | Wintriss Controls Group Wintriss Controls Group is demonstrating advanced features in its ShopFloorConnect overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) and production tracking software. The cost-effective device is designed to simplify and maximize data collection, while minimizing operator involvement.

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Gary Mintchell

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Another topic here is the potential use of AI as an enabler of autonomous control—another sub theme of the conference. Companies are continuing the trend from manual to automated data collection. Instrumentation and control are stable, but mature markets? “Digital Transformation isn’t an event—it’s an ongoing journey.”

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Fabricating & Metal Work

APRIL 19, 2023

RoboVent’s Senturion’s modular design offers a dust collection system that can be adapted for virtually any dust or fume collection application. Manufacturers working with combustible metal dusts must have an NFPA-compliant dust collection system.

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Marshall Wolf Automation

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Monitoring and measurement are two critical aspects of safety and quality control. Sensors are a great tool to collect data for both. The app keeps you informed on quality control, safety monitoring, and remote data collection. Let’s focus on sensor applications for level and volume measurement.

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Mold Making Technology

APRIL 22, 2024

These machines include plug and produce, Wittmann Digital, control room, remote access, OPC UA communication and data collection, and more. Complete line of auxiliaries including dryer, conveyers, blenders, temperature controllers and granulators to help customers enable a closed loop process. technologies in every cell.

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Canadian Manufacturing

APRIL 25, 2024

Improved visual acuity and tactile sensing for collecting higher-fidelity data to train the AI control system. Further miniaturization of hydraulics, reducing weight, power consumption, and complexity while exceeding safety standards.

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Control Engineering

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Matthew Bailey, 38 Controls Engineer Hargrove Controls & Automation Mobile, Alabama As a talented and well-respected engineer, Matthew is an integral part of the Hargrove Controls & Automation team who can take on any project, small to highly complex, and ensure successful completion.

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Control Engineering

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

To make these decisions, we must collect data. Burdette said, “Everyone wants to collect more data, it’s not like we don’t have the information, we have everything we need but we don’t have the knowledge of what to do (with it).”. Morgan Green, associate editor, Control Engineering , CFE Media and Technology, mgreen@cfemedia.com.

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DO Supply

MARCH 3, 2024

The Omron NT series represents a collection of advanced human-machine interfaces that serve critical functions in industrial automation systems. These interfaces are designed to optimize the interaction between operators and complex machinery, ensuring precise and intuitive control.

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