Fabricating & Metal Work

JANUARY 12, 2024

The new machine tools will provide Speedgrip with additional precision production capacity as it brings several new workholding technology products to market that reduce cycle times to improve manufacturing productivity. The grant accelerates our ability to enhance manufacturing technology,” said Speedgrip President Matthew Mayer.

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Dinesh Mishra

JANUARY 10, 2024

It enables a direct connection between a production level process monitoring system or T1 terminal and production control with an overarching ERP system to deliver machine, operating, order, maintenance, quality, and process data in real-time to all departments of the company. Marposs C-THRU4.0

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NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Further efficiency savings were achievable by reducing tube lengths and diameters, which decreases dead volumes and cycle times. For more information about the company’s products and UK / Irish services, please visit: www.festo.com/gb and www.festo.com/ie Festo and Industry 4.0 – Festo has engaged with the Industry 4.0

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ATS

APRIL 1, 2022

Digital transformation is impacting manufacturers across every industry, and automotive manufacturing is no exception. As the “Industry 4.0” Machine learning and artificial intelligence, after years of promise, are an integral part of automotive Industry 4.0 Impact of Industry 4.0 Industry 4.0

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Robotics Business Review

JANUARY 9, 2024

Epson details more SCARA robot features Epson Robots said its GX-B Series offers fast cycle times, with no ringing or overshoot when operated within specifications. A longer Z axis is available on both models, which include advanced integration options and are Industry 4.0-ready, The GX10B has 650 and 850 mm (25.5

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Automation Mag

DECEMBER 7, 2023

As a manufacturing company, established factory outfitter, and Industry 4.0 trendsetter, Bosch aims to play a leading role in the development and application of industrial AI,” Hartung says. AI has excellent potential for innovation and can make human work even more productive.

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AUGUST 25, 2023

Integrating an all-electric machine into production lines, alongside intelligent utilisation of digital tools and automation, combined with investing in training and development, can decrease cycle times by up to 55% percent. Reducing a 10 second dry cycle time by just 0.55 Reducing a 10 second dry cycle time by just 0.55

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JANUARY 11, 2023

Engineered specifically for high volume packaging, medical and automotive applications requiring the highest processing precision in the fastest cycle time, Sumitomo (SHI) Demag is accelerating its global expansion of the IntElect platform.

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MARCH 15, 2023

Designed for thin-walled packaging applications, including food packaging with IML, UK Packaging Expert Ashlee Gough witnessed the unveiling at K 2022, when the PAC-E exhibit repeatably manufactured in a sub 2-second cycle time, 2,100+ HDPE beverage caps per minute, with an energy consumption of 0.32kWh/kg.

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Mold Making Technology

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

A hot runner mold will always require additional setup measures, including determining temperature ranges for the mold and nozzles, expected injection time and cooling time, mold open and close speed and so on. Today, with the rise of Industry 4.0, Tip #2: Follow a solid heat-up process.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

JULY 20, 2022

Industry 4.0 Carbon Revolution’s adoption of Industry 4.0 One of the areas Carbon Revolution applied Industry 4.0 Compared to the first wheels, which were made by hand with long cycling times, the production process has become highly automated, Denmead said. The adoption of Industry 4.0

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FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Siemens Digital Industries Software announced today that Ather Energy, one of India’s foremost electric motorcycle brands, has expanded its adoption of the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio of industry software to help the company reduce its design and engineering cycle time, improve product quality and achieve faster time to market.

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OCTOBER 18, 2023

The associated 8 Star hot runner nozzle achieves perfect balancing and drool-free start-ups at outstanding cycle times. This smart and simple adjustment system enables best in class concentricity and wall thickness homogeneity, achieving cycle times of 4.9

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Control Engineering

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Industrial digital twin insights Digital twin software enables seamless integration of new products, ensuring manufacturing changes occur without disruption or delays. Simulation software improves plant-wide optimization, cycle times, and efficiencies, allowing for validation before purchase and integration. Courtesy: Mark T.

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JANUARY 8, 2024

With a high output current, the system also leads to short cycle times. It also integrates static and dynamic process monitoring, as well as quality analysis with an advanced SPC feature and data logging capability. The integrated process monitoring offered by this series allows for rigorous quality control.

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APRIL 24, 2023

Additionally, as a result of the IntElect’s parallel movements, cycle times were on average 15 percent faster. D&G’s skilled operative and tool setter Graeme has observed 20 second cycle times reduce to 12.5 D&G’s skilled operative and tool setter Graeme has observed 20 second cycle times reduce to 12.5

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Perfect for packaging Achieving a dry fast cycle time of less than 4 seconds, launching on the main stand is the IntElectS 220 ton clamp force machine for packaging. In a cycle time of just 19 seconds, this IntElect LSR package will produce 256 individual 15-gram conductor seals with absolute precision and stability.

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FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Industrial automation specialist FANUC UK will showcase a range of real-world robotic innovations at MACH 2024, including an affordable multi-axis turning and machining solution aimed at helping manufacturers in the aerospace, automotive, utilities and energy supply chains reduce cycle times, cut costs, save space and boost production efficiency.

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SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

For example, the guide explains the importance of monitoring performance, setting and tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) as well as giving suggestions for KPIs, such as total cycle time, system availability, or production schedule attainment.

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DECEMBER 15, 2022

As well as reducing design time, DForce wanted to make cost and space savings too, as Gary explains: “ We proposed using the larger of the cells with the addition of RH & LH self-pierce studded assembly parts, running three different assemblies through one cell by using a FANUC R2000iC robot. Guaranteed to deliver.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

MAY 2, 2023

The KMR iiwa is location-independent and highly flexible, making it the perfect fit for today’s Industry 4.0 KUKA’s KMR iiwa mobile robot in the FMCG cell is human/robot compatible, combining the strengths of the company’s sensitive LBR iiwa lightweight robot with those of a mobile, autonomous platform. requirements.

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Control Engineering

AUGUST 27, 2022

One of the most obvious examples is the advances in processing power of PLCs as the requirement for faster cycle times has become a common denominator of competitive companies. More specifically, PLCs are now designed to support data-driven applications by offering a number of key functions.

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JUNE 8, 2023

It also boasts several advantages over its competitors, including faster cycle time and greater energy efficiency by utilising a specially selected motor and lightweight materials.

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Control Engineering

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Anticipated business benefits include shorter cycle times, lower cost, and higher-quality designs, as well as fewer errors and problems encountered during design, construction and handover. That, in turn, will position them well as they look to migrate beyond Industry 4.0

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APRIL 26, 2023

This would take four inserts from a bowl feeder, enter the moulding machine through the side door, place the inserts into the mould in the correct orientation, demould the finished component and conduct post-mould checks – all within the specified cycle time.

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SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

The robot’s intervention times of 1.0 – 1.4s (signal to signal) thus have no or only minimal influence on the cycle time. “Detecting defects in real time offers the possibility of immediate intervention in the process parameters and significantly reduces the reject rate,” emphasizes Ziemer.

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OCTOBER 18, 2022

As well as providing in-depth analysis of the CBAM process, the Printing the Impossible explores how CBAM’s reduction in cycle time – in some cases by over ten times versus conventional 3D printing – can reduce utility consumption and prompt a more sustainable approach to additive manufacturing.

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SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

As well as providing in-depth analysis of the CBAM process, the Printing the Impossible explores how CBAM’s reduction in cycle time – in some cases by over ten times versus conventional 3D printing – can reduce utility consumption and prompt a more sustainable approach to additive manufacturing.

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MAY 17, 2023

Similarly, tapping cycle times can be reduced by maximising spindle motor outputs without losing accuracy.” One example is the Smart Overlap function, which allows machine adjustments to occur in parallel – for instance, a tool change and table repositioning.

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Control Engineering

AUGUST 18, 2022

Preventive maintenance can locate leaks early and calculate proper pressure ratios while maintaining cycle time. To do this requires having the right information at the right time. These directives enable personnel to resolve issues before they can slow or shut down operations.

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Furthermore, trade visitors can also inform themselves about the following removal processes, like the BECK Take-out, which enter the injection moulding machine from the side and achieve cycle times of less than 2 seconds. The finished product stacks are placed horizontally into the boxes by means of special grippers.

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APRIL 3, 2023

Our complete portfolio of all-electric machines now covers all market requirements – from the highest energy efficiency and precision to the fastest and most productive cycle times. Both new machines cater specifically to the high-speed, high-precision injection moulding segments, ranging from caps to thin-walled products. “

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SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

An automobile manufacturer is taking advantage of this to improve the cycle time of its press lines. They are used in quality assurance to check components, help with the assembly and positioning of components, detect errors and deviations in production processes and thus increase the efficiency of entire production lines.

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Factory Worx

MAY 19, 2022

OEE allows you to improve production line availability, performance, and quality by adding sensors to track run time, downtime, and cycle times. This article explains the importance of MES solutions for manufacturers and why OEE is critical in the food industry. Why OEE Is Critical for Food Industry. Industry 4.0.

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SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

With the industrial standardized “IO-Link” communication system, intelligent sensors and actuators can be connected to the automation system. This means the SAM series fully meets future Industry 4.0 and Smart Manufacturing requirements. For more information, visit www.sumitomo-shi-demag.eu. Today Magazine.

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OCTOBER 6, 2023

In a cycle time of just 17 seconds, this IntElect LSR package manufactures 256 individual 0.06-gram The Elastosil LR 3844/50 material from Wacker Chemie is dispensed via a sophisticated yet compact Industry 4.0-ready gram single wire seals with absolute precision and stability.

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DECEMBER 14, 2022

Christoph Wynands, Product Manager for packaging machines at Sumitomo (SHI) Demag, explains: “ As a specialist for thin-walled packaging in the food industry, most of the products manufactured on our machines are made of PP or HDPE and our customers want to significantly increase the recycled content in their products. applications.

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