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Device Management Must Change As Industry Changes

Automation World

With device management software, reliability teams gain real-time visibility into the health and configuration of plant devices, facilitating predictive maintenance.

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Leadscrews in medical equipment

Design World

Leadscrews are essential to surgical robotics, patient-monitoring systems, diagnostic imaging devices, and rehabilitation equipment. Leadscrews are those spiral shafts that (upon application of torque) convert rotational motion into linear motion — axially advancing and receding a mating nut to deliver accurate positioning. They’re well suited to medical equipment as they come in a variety of […] The post Leadscrews in medical equipment appeared first on Design World.

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Why ERP Needs MES for Manufacturing Success

Automation World

Pairing ERP with an MES empowers manufacturing operations to achieve new capabilities and new benefits that are not otherwise possible.

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ATEX Cabinet Coolers provide a rugged solution for hazardous locations

Design World

EXAIR’s Cabinet Cooler Systems provide a rugged, industrial-duty solution for cooling and purging electronic cabinets. These low-cost, CE-compliant Cabinet Cooler Systems can be installed in minutes and are available in sizes up to 5,600 Btu/hr. The company offers ATEX Cabinet Cooler Systems for use with purged and pressurized electrical control panels within ATEX-zoned areas.

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Precision in Motion: Why Process Optimization Is the Future of Manufacturing

Speaker: Jason Chester, Director, Product Management

In today’s manufacturing landscape, staying competitive means moving beyond reactive quality checks and toward real-time, data-driven process control. But what does true manufacturing process optimization look like—and why is it more urgent now than ever? Join Jason Chester in this new, thought-provoking session on how modern manufacturers are rethinking quality operations from the ground up.

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Go Ahead and Automate That Bad Process

Automation World

In the past, doing this could have created but bigger problems. But artificial intelligence can now help turn a bad process into a good one.

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Manufacturing Faces a Tough Year, But 2025 Looks More Hopeful

Gary Mintchell

Predictions are difficult—especially about the future. I mostly discard all analyst predictions about the future of manufacturing markets. There are so many variables that cannot be foreseen. Supply chain, technologies, sudden bankruptcies. Of all I’ve seen, I like the modeling by Interact Analysis the best. The do extensive research. They sent me a recent report by Jack Loughney, senior data analyst, who maintains the Manufacturing Industry Output Tracker (MIO).

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Leadscrews in medical equipment

Design World

Leadscrews are essential to surgical robotics, patient-monitoring systems, diagnostic imaging devices, and rehabilitation equipment. Leadscrews are those spiral shafts that (upon application of torque) convert rotational motion into linear motion — axially advancing and receding a mating nut to deliver accurate positioning. They’re well suited to medical equipment as they come in a variety of […] The post Leadscrews in medical equipment appeared first on Design World.

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Sustainability Isn’t Hard: You’re Already Doing It

Industry Week

Reframe your ESG policy as serving profitability.

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What you need to know about USB connectors and cables

Design World

In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, USB connectors and cables are everywhere, seamlessly connecting our devices and enabling the high-speed data transfer and power delivery that we rely on daily. Whether charging your smartphone, connecting peripherals to your laptop, or integrating complex systems in industrial applications, understanding the nuances of USB technology is crucial.

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AI-Enabled Robotics Software for Manufacturing Automation: Speeding Time-to-Value

Robots are a cornerstone of a smart factory, automating a wide range of manufacturing tasks that are monotonous, physically straining, or even hazardous. However, real-world robotics deployments have not lived up to the revolutionary potential the industrial sector had originally envisioned. Robot implementations are typically confined to specific applications, carry high costs, and are time-consuming.

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Analog Tech Manufacturer Improves Cost Control with MRP Software

MRPEasy

Philadelphian split-flap display manufacturer Oat Foundry implemented MRP software and improved material planning, profitability, and overall visibility within their operation. “There were a bunch of products that I looked into and trialed but nothing was comparable to MRPeasy,” says Sean Rossiter, President. Bringing analog technology back to the modern world Oat Foundry from Philadelphia manufactures […] The post Analog Tech Manufacturer Improves Cost Control with MRP Software appeared f

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GM awards Smalley for 12th consecutive year for high-quality retaining rings and wave springs

Design World

Smalley is thrilled to announce it has been awarded General Motors’ 2023 Supplier Quality Excellence Award. This honorable award is granted to GM suppliers who meet or exceed strict quality performance criteria and have given cross-functional support to the entire GM organization throughout the 2023 calendar year. This marks the 12th year consecutively that Smalley… The post GM awards Smalley for 12th consecutive year for high-quality retaining rings and wave springs appeared first on Desi

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BT Group rolls out energy-saving ‘cell sleep’ technology to over 19,500 EE mobile sites

E&T

BT Group has implemented energy-saving ‘cell sleep’ technology across its EE mobile sites nationwide, with anticipated energy savings of up to 4.5 million KWh per year across EE’s estate.

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RoboBusiness 2024 registration now open

Robotics Business Review

Registration for RoboBusiness 2024 is now open. RoboBusiness, which takes place October 16-17 in Santa Clara, Calif., is the premier event for commercial robotics developers. Attendees will gain the latest insights from experts in robotics and AI on cutting-edge research, industry trends, and innovative applications. They can also learn about investments and topics related to running a robotics business.

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Why Smart Factories Are the Only Path to Successful Onshoring

The golden age of offshoring is over, and simply bringing production home isn’t enough. This eBook breaks down why smart factories are the essential path to successful onshoring in a volatile global economy. You'll explore a shift from nostalgia to reinvention: how digital-first systems, real-time feedback loops, and empowered frontline teams make onshore production faster, more adaptive, and more resilient.

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3D Scanning Spray Streamlines Scanning Process By Eliminating Reference Points

Metrology

The Reflecon TopoTrack 2 in 1 Scanning Spray was developed to significantly minimise the process time of a 3D scan. The process time is not only reduced by eliminating the need to stick on and remove reference points, but also because users can guide the scanner over the object much faster. The post 3D Scanning Spray Streamlines Scanning Process By Eliminating Reference Points appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Combilift sparks heavy C-Series with electrification

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Combilift When Combilift was established, no one could have imagined that a forklift over 16 tonnes could run on electricity alone. But the flagship C-Series has always been ahead of its time. In a move that reinforces its sustainable credentials, Combilift has responded to customer demand and electrified an already ground-breaking range of forklifts.

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Quoting software helps fill the gaps in the fap shop

The Fabricator

Quoting software made especially for laser cutting helps mitigate time away from all the other tasks small metal fabrication shop owners have to do.

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Mission critical for Australian manufacturing

Manufacturer's Monthly

ActionLaser commercialised drilled metal filtration screens for diverse global industries. Image: AMGC Many announcements of strategic missions are crowding manufacturing publications. Yet, I come back to one question: what is a manufacturer’s mission – and correspondingly, how can the Advanced Manufacturing Growth Centre ( AMGC ) continue to support them?

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Speeding Robotics Automation with AI

The $53 trillion manufacturing economy in the US is undergoing a major automation paradigm shift due to Artificial Intelligence (AI). Thanks to new practical frameworks, automation projects that were once impossible or inefficient to implement are now being fast-tracked, and robotics automation is becoming increasingly relevant to a growing number of users and scenarios.

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Make Purchase-to-Pay more productive with SEEBURGER Apps based on SAP Fiori

Seeburger

SAP Fiori enables device independence and thus sets the scene for „Enterprise Mobility". SEEBURGER Apps use the SAP Fiori framework to innovate in the invoice receipt process. Mobile solutions promise process improvements, efficiency increases and cost reductions. [.

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Meet DAL-e Delivery and Parking Robot, Hyundai’s office-friendly systems

Robotics Business Review

Hyundai’s DAL-e delivery robot is equipped with face identification AI developed by Robotics LAB. | Source: Hyundai Motor Group South Korea, which already has the world’s highest robot density, is getting more service robots. Hyundai Motor Group last week announced the deployment of the DAL-e Delivery robot from Hyundai Motor Co. and Kia Corp., as well as Hyundai WIA’s Parking Robot.

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$3.5 million in new Government grants for WA innovators

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Africa Studio/stock.adobe.com A northern suburbs business using seaweed to manufacture an alternative to plastic is one of 49 local innovators to share in a record $3.56 millions of grants from the WA Government. Innovation and Digital Economy minister, Stephen Dawson, said the funding is from the Government’s popular Innovation Booster Grant (IBG) and the new Commercialisation Bridge Grant (CBG) programs. “We have an amazing and talented cohort of local innovators who are doi

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Quoting software helps fill the gaps in the fab shop

The Fabricator

Quoting software made especially for laser cutting helps mitigate time away from all the other tasks small metal fabrication shop owners have to do.

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The Manufacturing Edge: Five Strategies to Outpace the Competition

The world of manufacturing is evolving—and so must the factories that drive it. This eBook reveals five transformative strategies that can help manufacturers gain a lasting competitive edge. Through insights from aerospace leaders, energy innovators, and the factories of tomorrow, we show how manufacturers are moving beyond traditional approaches. From building smarter, adaptable systems to embracing iterative design and fostering resilient cultures, these strategies are shaping the future of pr

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Cisco Unveils Workflows in Cisco Networking Cloud for Secure Network Automation

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

Announcing Cisco Workflows, which effortlessly scales across millions of endpoints worldwide while ensuring unmatched security and seamless integration with hybrid cloud environments. Leveraging our cloud connect technology, our platform automates operations across public cloud and on-premises assets, offering unparalleled flexibility and efficiency.

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It’s Microplastics All the Way Down

Plastics Today

Microplastic typically is treated as the end of the road for plastic pollution when, in fact, it’s just a stop along the way.

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Coalition of global economy leaders – Mission 2025 – urges governments to boost climate plans

E&T

Newly launched organisation urges governments to produce ambitious climate plans ahead of a crucial UN deadline early next year.

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Tech Soft 3D Acquires Theorem Solutions

Metrology

Tech Soft 3D, the leading provider of engineering software development toolkits, has announced that it has acquired Theorem Solutions, makers of advanced solutions for CAD data translation and publishing. The post Tech Soft 3D Acquires Theorem Solutions appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Are You Over-Complicating Your Linear Motion or Leaving It Out Altogether?

As automation continues to evolve, the demand for smarter, more integrated solutions will only grow. The Accuride FULLELECTRIC® is a new approach to powered linear motion that represents the next evolution in system design. By integrating compact electric actuators directly into Accuride's industry leading drawer slides, this approach addresses the pain points of traditional systems while delivering reliable performance.

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CATL’s new TENER energy storage system unveiled at ees Europe

Canadian Manufacturing

Hank Zhao, CTO of ESS Europe, CATL MUNICH — On June 19, CATL unveiled TENER, an energy storage system that they say has zero degradation in the first five years of use. CATL unveiled this technology at ees Europe, an international exhibition for batteries and energy storage systems in Europe. The TENER energy storage system achieves zero degradation in power and capacity over five years through advanced bionic SEI and self-assembling electrolyte technologies, helping to ensure long-term st

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54% of Manufacturing Workers Have Their Working Time Strictly Monitored

Manufacturing Tomorrow

Report suggests leaders need to give ALL workers some autonomy and flexibility over how they accomplish their work

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Apple once again found in breach of EU’s ‘rulebook’ for online platforms

E&T

European Commission opens additional non-compliance investigation against Apple under the Digital Markets Act.