Design World

MARCH 26, 2024

Offering high security, quick actuation speed, and exceptional cycle life, the latest addition to the Heavy-Duty Rotary Latch line is designed for applications where durability and reliability are critical. As an FMVSS 206 capable solution for high-strength door retention, the R4-50 is made for last-mile delivery applications where constant use and unpredictable conditions are the… The post Southco introduces R4-50 heavy-duty electronic rotary latch with integrated sensor appeared first on

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Electronics 278

Automation World

MARCH 26, 2024

The convergence of increasingly complex work processes and industry’s ongoing labor issues are driving the growth of workflow software in manufacturing. The software’s ability to maintain compliance and ensure efficient production add to the benefits.

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Compliance Manufacturing 246

Design World

MARCH 26, 2024

Carlo Gavazzi is excited to introduce the expansion of our RM1D Series Solid State Relays, which will now include a 3 Amp DC-rated version. This new addition, the RM1D060D3, will have a rated output voltage of up to 60 VDC. This extension was inspired by evolving market research that showed a large portion of the… The post Expansion of DC SSR Portfolio: 3 Amp SSR for up to 60VDC appeared first on Design World.

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Automation World

MARCH 26, 2024

PMMI research highlights how the pharma industry’s efforts to modernize technology and automate at greater levels are being driven by ongoing supply chain issues and plans to provide more sustainable packaging.

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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.

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Design World

MARCH 26, 2024

Over the past year, I’ve spent a lot of time speaking with manufacturers about their digital transformation projects. They all have very different stories to tell because their application needs are distinct. But whether it’s a food manufacturer, a beverage producer, an automaker or a machine builder, they all have one thing in common: The… The post Engineers emboldened by digital transformation community appeared first on Design World.

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Automation World

MARCH 26, 2024

Common questions about the distinctions between PLCs and SCADA systems, their integration, and the differences between SCADA and Distributed Control Systems.

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Automation World

MARCH 26, 2024

Despite concern about robotics and artificial intelligence causing mass layoffs, workers tend to warm up to advanced automation when it’s a clear help, rather than a hindrance. Proper preparation about automation helps workers more easily see the benefits.

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Gary Mintchell

MARCH 26, 2024

The 5 th annual Eclipse Foundation IoT and Edge Commercial Adoption Survey actually holds few surprise but shows ongoing trends of investment. I’m not sure if it is good news or worrisome that the C-suite seems to be more involved. These people hold the purse strings, but they also usually hold unrealistic expectations (oversold by engineers?) about the eventual benefits of technology adoption.

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Sourcing Manufacturing Automation 130

Automation World

MARCH 26, 2024

The new Seeq AI Assistant adds artificial intelligence capabilities, accelerating operational excellence across the industrial enterprise.

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Artificial Intelligence 162

MRPEasy

MARCH 26, 2024

Marine navigation device manufacturer FarSounder turned to MRP software to help with the complexities of inventory management and procurement. “Using our previous system, it took me a day to understand what parts we needed to order and when. With MRPeasy, it takes less than an hour,” says Matt Zimmerman, Founder and CEO. Improving upon sonar […] The post Sonar Systems Manufacturer Cuts Material Planning Time by 90% with MRP Software appeared first on Blog for Manufacturers and Distributors

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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.

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Automation World

MARCH 26, 2024

In this episode, we connect with Steve Biegacki of the FDT Group to get a better understanding of the FDT open standard industrial device communication technology, how it's used across industry, the FDT Group's work with OPC Foundation and what end users should know about the FDT technology in their automation devices.

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Automation 130

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

MARCH 26, 2024

A few months ago, I wrote about the security of AI models, fine-tuning techniques, and the use of Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) in a Cisco Security Blog post.

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Automation World

MARCH 26, 2024

Even though proponents of the merger between operations technology and IT don’t necessarily see a day when the two merge completely, the influence of IT is changing key aspects of OT, such as code changes and cybersecurity.

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Canadian Manufacturing

MARCH 26, 2024

Canada Goose Holdings Inc. says it is laying off 17 per cent of its global corporate workforce. In a LinkedIn note from CEO Dani Reiss, the luxury parka maker says the job cuts are meant to put the company in a better position for scaling. He says the Toronto-based business will now be focused on efficiency and key brand, design and operational initiatives.

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Automation World

MARCH 26, 2024

With its ability to trigger an immediate robot stop from just one pound of resistance, Airskin modules allow industrial robots to work fencelessly at speeds of up to 2 meters second.

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Robotics Business Review

MARCH 26, 2024

RoboticsCareer.org has been redesigned to help people find careers in manufacturing. Source: ARM Insitute The Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing, or ARM Institute today said it has added capabilities to RoboticsCareer.org, its resource for robotics careers in U.S. manufacturing. The institute said they will provide guidance to help students and workers understand training and job opportunities and plan their careers.

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Automation World

MARCH 26, 2024

To troubleshoot errors and restart robotic systems faster, Olis Robotics provides an on-premises device that securely connects to robotic systems via 5G.

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Control.com

MARCH 26, 2024

Control Automation Day 2024 is now in the rear-view mirror. Thanks to our presenters and attendees for making the inaugural event a huge success!

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Automation 105

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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.

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Automation World

MARCH 26, 2024

Omron’s new MD-650 and the MD-900 autonomous mobile robots are designed to integrate with RoEq’s new TML500/TML750 lifter and TR600/TR700 roller modules.

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Robotics Robotics 130

Manufacturer's Monthly

MARCH 26, 2024

Image: zayacsk/stock.adobe.com Australian Renewable Energy Agency has awarded $2 million to Lochard Energy for an 18-month feasibility study into large-scale hydrogen production and storage in Victoria’s onshore Otway Basin. The feasibility study, costing $6.3 million in total, is the second stage of Lochard’s H2RESTORE project. The project aims to help firm the National Electricity Market (NEM) through the provision of long duration, seasonal energy storage in the form of hydrogen.

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Automation World

MARCH 26, 2024

The modular MX-System is designed to replace control cabinets, reducing wiring requirements as well as installation and upgrade times.

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The Fabricator

MARCH 26, 2024

Today’s tube bending machines offer shops a rich range of control and system options. Here's why metal fab shops should take the time to understand all of them.

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Automation World

MARCH 26, 2024

KUKA’s new KMP 1500 omnidirectional autonomous mobile robot is designed to work flexibly in matrix production operations.

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Robotics Robotics 130

Manufacturer's Monthly

MARCH 26, 2024

Image: Pilz Australia For efficient production, it should be possible to seamlessly integrate safety concepts into machine concepts. That is why the configurable safe small controller PNOZmulti 2 from Pilz supports the open communication system EtherCAT in combination with the safe protocol Safety-over-EtherCAT FSoE (= FailSafe over EtherCAT). As a result, PNOZmulti 2 enables the transfer of both control and safety-related information, thereby achieving efficiency in production.

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Function Manufacturing 92

The Fabricator

MARCH 26, 2024

To maximize revenue growth and profitability, metal fabricators need to apply the shop floor mindset of continuous improvement to marketing and sales.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

MARCH 26, 2024

Image: zayacsk/stock.adobe.com Australian Renewable Energy Agency has awarded $2 million to Lochard Energy for an 18-month feasibility study into large-scale hydrogen production and storage in Victoria’s onshore Otway Basin. The feasibility study, costing $6.3 million in total, is the second stage of Lochard’s H2RESTORE project. The project aims to help firm the National Electricity Market (NEM) through the provision of long duration, seasonal energy storage in the form of hydrogen.

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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.

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Plastics Today

MARCH 26, 2024

See how deep-learning artificial intelligence can revolutionize sorting and recycling of PET plastic and flake at NPE2024.

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Artificial Intelligence 105

Manufacturer's Monthly

MARCH 26, 2024

Image: auremar/stock.adobe.com The Australian Technology Network of Universities (ATN) believes the announcement of 10 new Regional University Study Hubs is a significant step in the overall delivery of a fairer, more equitable tertiary education system. ATN Interim Executive Director, Frank Coletta, said the decision by the Albanese Government will elevate access to higher education for students across rural and remote parts of Australia, who might otherwise struggle to gain entry.

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Manufacturing 90

Industry Week

MARCH 26, 2024

The IT/OT convergence in manufacturing is happening rapidly. These five leadership roles will figure into the transition.

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Manufacturing 105

Manufacturer's Monthly

MARCH 26, 2024

Image: Seventyfour/stock.adobe.com The Queensland state government has awarded $5.5 million in funding to help develop and bring new and innovative products and services to the market. Innovation minister Leanne Linard announced 56 small-to-medium-sized businesses will have a share in more than $5.5 million in grants under two Advance Queensland funding initiatives – the Ignite Ideas Fund and the Ignite Spark Program.

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Prototype  Manufacturing 88

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