Tue.Dec 27, 2022

article thumbnail

Heilind Electronics offers Amphenol Industrial’s Effortless & Arcless DIN Connectors

Design World

Heilind Electronics, a global distributor of electronic components and authorized distributor for Amphenol Industrial, now offers the UL1977 Effortless & Arcless DIN Connectors by Eaxtron as part of its full line of Amphenol Industrial connectors. The patented Vortex Clip creates more contact points, improves conductivity, and dramatically reduces the effort required for coupling.

article thumbnail

The top 10 IT/OT convergence trends showcased at SPS fair 2022

Gary Mintchell

Knud Lasse Lueth, founder and leader of the firm IOT Analytics in Germany, wrote a comprehensive report on trends picked up at the SPS fair in Nuremberg in November. Note: I have an affiliation with the analyst firm as an advisor. I recommend visiting the web site to check out the full report. Smart Production Solutions (or SPS), one of the leading industrial automation fairs, was back in action earlier this month.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

New single-axis motion controller from Galil

Design World

The DMC-3x01x Motion Controller Series is Galil’s latest generation single-axis motion controller. It uses a 32-bit RISC processor to provide higher speed than older models. Like all Galil controllers, programming the DMC-3x01x is simplified with two-letter, intuitive commands and a full set of software tools for servo tuning and analysis. The DMC-3x01x Motion Controller Series feature: Available as a compact card-level or box-level unit […].

130
130
article thumbnail

The Major Fields of Robotics in 2023

Robotics Automation News

Robotics is now gaining popularity more quickly than anything else. Robotics is a vast topic that examines how machines function in various businesses. Because robots are useful practically anywhere, they are gaining popularity. Robots are helpful in many fields, including medicine, engineering, space exploration, and residential care. Robotics’ design and programming, nevertheless, adapt to different […].

Robotics 145
article thumbnail

Manufacturing Sustainability Surge: Your Guide to Data-Driven Energy Optimization & Decarbonization

Speaker: Kevin Kai Wong, President of Emergent Energy Solutions

In today's industrial landscape, the pursuit of sustainable energy optimization and decarbonization has become paramount. Manufacturing corporations across the U.S. are facing the urgent need to align with decarbonization goals while enhancing efficiency and productivity. Unfortunately, the lack of comprehensive energy data poses a significant challenge for manufacturing managers striving to meet their targets.

article thumbnail

Most-read motion-control articles of 2022

Design World

As we close out the year of 2022, the staff of Motion Control Tips would like to present our most-read articles of this year. (5th) most read: Electric actuators — an alternative to hydraulic cylinders This article details how as electric rod-style actuators have become capable of outputting forces comparable to those of high-end hydraulics, […].

130
130
article thumbnail

5 Steps to become a Robotics Engineer

Robotics Automation News

Advancements in technology have caused a rise in robotics and its degrees. People, especially youngsters are taking more interest in robotics engineering. How to become a Robotics Engineer? A robotic engineer, as evident from the name, is someone who works in creation and designing of robots. System diagnostics, repair and maintenance of machines, fixing any […].

Robotics 119

More Trending

article thumbnail

Baidu aims to create ‘world’s largest fully driverless ride-hailing area’

Robotics Automation News

Baidu, an AI company with strong internet foundation and often referred to as China’s equivalent of Google, has embarked on a major expansion of its commercialized fully driverless robotaxi service in Wuhan. The new expansion would triple the size of its current operation area, increasing the number of robotaxis in service and expanding operating time […].

104
104
article thumbnail

The Automation Podcast: Top Ten Episodes for 2022

The Automation Blog

It's that time of year again! At the end of each year we like to take a moment to look back to see which blogs, videos, and podcasts were the most popular with our audience, and then count them down in New Year's Fashion. In today's Top Ten we're listing the all-time most popular episodes of The Automation Podcast using the combined stats from TheAutomationBlog.com, YouTube, and Audio Podcasting platforms we publish to (iTunes, Spotify, etc.).

article thumbnail

‘We can’t wait for hydrogen’: Rolls-Royce’s Warren East on the engine maker’s future

The Guardian Manufacturing

Outgoing CEO looks back on his seven years at helm and how sustainable aviation fuel can power the journey to net zero Warren East says it has been a “privilege” to lead Rolls-Royce for seven years, as he prepares to retire on New Year’s Eve. But it has also involved considerable pain. East’s battles have ranged from a £671m settlement for a giant bribery and corruption scandal from before his time, to the discovery of costly cracks in its jet engines.

article thumbnail

What’s Ahead for 3D Printing

Plastics Today

Restructuring, accountability, and hybridization will drive the 3D-printing industry forward in 2023.

article thumbnail

Modernizing MES: A Guide for Complex Manufacturers Adapting to Industry 4.0

As engineers push the boundaries of innovation with groundbreaking hardware products, their success depends largely on the speed and efficiency of production. The challenge? Manual processes and disparate systems lead to multiple versions of documents, incomplete records, and duplicated work, creating a chaotic system of records that is difficult to manage.

article thumbnail

Hypercare: Guidance from Operational Go Live to Project Closure

Bastian Solution

A crucial phase of system execution that should not be overlooked is planning appropriate hand-off of the installed and integrated solution to the customer. A poor hand-off can hamper system potential and lead to both immediate and long term challenges. That said, hypercare support, although common among the industry, looks different for each customer.

76
article thumbnail

Most-read motion-control articles of 2022

Motion Control Tips

As we close out the year of 2022, the staff of Motion Control Tips would like to present our most-read articles of this year. (5th) most read: Electric actuators — an alternative to hydraulic cylinders This article details how as electric rod-style actuators have become capable of outputting forces comparable to those of high-end hydraulics, […].

73
article thumbnail

Chinaplas 2023 Unveils Business Opportunities in Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Hub

Plastics Today

Regional trade pact further accelerates potential for businesses at Shenzhen event in April.

104
104
article thumbnail

Madison Chemical’s Aluma-Cling Red cleans aluminum with no scrubbing

The Fabricator

Madison Chemical has introduced Aluma-Cling Red, a viscous gel containing a blend of surfactants and acids that removes severe subsurface stains resulting from condensation, foul water, inadvertent soiling, and white oxidation from aluminum.

59
article thumbnail

The Big Payoff of Application Analytics

Outdated or absent analytics won’t cut it in today’s data-driven applications – not for your end users, your development team, or your business. That’s what drove the five companies in this e-book to change their approach to analytics. Download this e-book to learn about the unique problems each company faced and how they achieved huge returns beyond expectation by embedding analytics into applications.

article thumbnail

New single-axis motion controller from Galil

Motion Control Tips

The DMC-3x01x Motion Controller Series is Galil’s latest generation single-axis motion controller. It uses a 32-bit RISC processor to provide higher speed than older models. Like all Galil controllers, programming the DMC-3x01x is simplified with two-letter, intuitive commands and a full set of software tools for servo tuning and analysis. The DMC-3x01x Motion Controller Series feature: Available as a compact card-level or box-level unit […].

57
article thumbnail

Problemas relacionados con la combustión

The Fabricator

Cuando se colecta polvo y humos en un ambiente de manufactura, el sistema que se usa no sólo tiene que alejar de los operadores materiales dañinos, sino que además tiene hacerlo de forma que proteja de manera segura contra el riesgo de explosiones o incendio en el colector de polvo o de humos.

59
article thumbnail

3D PRINTED ROBOTIC FISH COLLECTS MICROPLASTICS FROM THE UK’S WATERWAYS

WORCON

A University of Surrey pupil has developed a 3D printed robot fish that’s capable of picking up harmful microplastics from lakes and rivers. Made up of a watertight tail unit and flooded head section, student Eleanor Mackintosh’s bio-inspired bot features gills that collect and retain tiny plastic particles, while letting water run straight through them.

article thumbnail

Bending tubes accurately, every time and in less time

The Fabricator

Using Hexagon inspection and scanning equipment has helped Sharpe Products improve its tube bending operations by increasing the speed and documentation of inspections.

59
article thumbnail

5 Ways New Manufacturing Companies Are Accelerating Innovation

Next-gen manufacturers are redesigning factories to enable agility at every stage of production. From more timely communication between engineers and technicians to technologies that empower real-time collaboration, they’re getting ahead by making iterations and improvements during a build, across the production line at scale. This level of flexibility means they can develop more quickly than their legacy counterparts.

article thumbnail

Jig Borer Series Meets Increasing Accuracy Needs for Molds, Castings Workpieces

Mold Making Technology

Photo Credit: Mitsui Seiki USA. According to Mitsui Seiki USA , a builder of jig borers, the market demand for these ultra-precise machines is on the rise. “Jig borers typically last 25 to 30 years,” Mitsui Seiki USA’s Bill Malanche, COO, says. “Now seems to be the time that people are retiring their legacy machines and looking to buy new.” Mitsui Seiki’s newest line, the J12/J/16 jig borer series, combines large capacity and high precision to meet the increas

article thumbnail

Industry watch: EVs and the dream of “being green”

Automation Mag

The popular notion that electric vehicles (EVs) will help reverse the tide of climate change, pollution and other environmental issues, exists for a number of reasons. It is something that people truly want to believe. . It is something that people can believe because they’ve seen tangible proof. They’ve seen, driven or have been ridden in an electric vehicle themselves.

article thumbnail

Rockwell Expands Support and Features for Studio 5000

Control.com

Rockwell Automation released a new version of Studio 5000 Logix Designer with process automation in the spotlight. Industry 4.0 and digital twin features have also been added.

article thumbnail

Why should manufacturers in Australia invest in Digital Transformation for effective production?

Factory Worx

Read Our Blog. Why should manufacturers in Australia invest in Digital Transformation for effective production? Digital transformation is expanding in the entire manufacturing sector. If manufacturing firms are unable to understand what's best for them it will result in unproductive employees, outdated processes in the coming future. Many businesses have started to experience the long-term advantages of manufacturing automation in Australia.

article thumbnail

Monetizing Analytics Features

Think your customers will pay more for data visualizations in your application? Five years ago, they may have. But today, dashboards and visualizations have become table stakes. Turning analytics into a source of revenue means integrating advanced features in unique, hard-to-steal ways. Download this white paper to discover which features will differentiate your application and maximize the ROI of your analytics.

article thumbnail

Cutting-edge Technologies Catalyze the Global Commercial Aircraft Aerostructures Market Growth

Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

San Antonio –Dec. 27, 2022– Aerostructure suppliers are collaborating with technology companies to propel the aircraft aerostructures sector by leveraging cutting-edge technologies, according to Frost & Sullivan’s recent analysis of the global commercial aircraft aerostructures industry. The move improves business operations and opens new aftermarket opportunities for aircraft original equipment manufacturers (OEMs).

article thumbnail

Simulation Can Boost Sustainability in 3DP

Plastics Today

Using simulation during the 3D printing process can help users reduce waste by ensuring the part meets specs before it’s printed.

article thumbnail

Install SECS/GEM protocol on your equipment in just minutes

Manufacturing Tomorrow

The SECS/GEM is the kind of semiconductor interface protocol to communicate the data between the factory host and the equipment.

52
article thumbnail

Silicone Sponge Captures Bacteria for Scientific Use

Plastics Today

Researchers have had a hard time capturing microbials for study, and the silicone sponge—embedded in a chip—can help.

59
article thumbnail

How Legacy Tools Are Failing Inventive Manufacturing Engineers

Bringing new and improved products to market takes more than just good ideas. It requires agile, iterative production, and real-time collaboration. Most manufacturers recognize the risk of not adapting, but they’re hampered by technologies like MES that haven’t kept up with the pace of hardware innovation. As new manufacturers enter the market with technologically progressive ways of building at scale, existing manufacturers must adapt to stay relevant.

article thumbnail

NORD DRIVESYSTEMS Exceeds $1 Billion in Sales for First Time in Company History

Manufacturing Tomorrow

After achieving record sales in 2021, the drive technology leader continues to find success and surpass their previous goals.

52
article thumbnail

Ireland Hails J&J Biz as Medtech Company of the Year

Plastics Today

Boston Scientific and Medtronic were also among the winners at this year’s Irish Medtech Awards.

59
article thumbnail

Fieldbus – What Is It?

DO Supply

For many years, industrial networks were connected using RS232 serial communications, which was limited by only allowing devices in a network to communicate via direct serial connections. This means that if there are N devices per connection, then there would be (N-1) connections available for other communications within the industry. However, in the late 20th… The post Fieldbus – What Is It?

40
article thumbnail

Advances Revolutionize Grinding and Polishing Solutions

Fabricating & Metal Work

METAL CUTTING. Increased versatility and a surge in automation capabilities ensures grinding and polishing machines are durable and provide consistent long-term results for a wide range of grinding applications. Grinding Machine Offers the Highest Quality from Every Angle. The ANCA MX7 Ultra with RoboMate, a universal loader for ANCA’s tool grinders.

article thumbnail

How To Package & Price Embedded Analytics

Just by embedding analytics, app owners can charge 24% more for their product. How much value could you add? This framework from Software Pricing Partners explains how application enhancements can extend your product offerings. You’ll learn: How to take a disciplined approach to pricing The three elements of the Packaging Decision Framework Ways to structure your new embedded analytics offering Download the White Paper to learn about How To Package & Price Embedded Analytics.