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Achieving sharp bends in aluminum with the right tooling

The Fabricator

Fabricating aluminum brings with it a few challenges unique to bending and forming—getting sharp bends without cracking, reducing or eliminating galling, and preventing marking. Three press brake bending experts offer their assistance.

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Plug-in controllers from Nanotec feature compact size, high power ratings

Design World

The small plug-in motor controllers of the CPB series from Nanotec are easy to integrate into existing applications and customer boards. Available in three sizes with rated power of 150, 300, and 750 W, they have the same features and identical pin assignments on the logic connector. As a result, several performance classes of a […] The post Plug-in controllers from Nanotec feature compact size, high power ratings appeared first on Design World.

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Deutsche Telekom and T?Mobile US introduce Network APIs and Joint Developer Platform

Gary Mintchell

More news from the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, this one concerning working with telco networks. In brief: New network Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) will enable developers to build and innovate with telco network capabilities Deutsche Telekom and T-Mobile US address global use cases with joint platform and new network APIs First partner: Siemens Energy optimizes user experience for remote maintenance using a Quality-on-Demand (QoD) API Collaboration with Microsoft will make it

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How Moxa Industrial Wireless Creates More Network Possibilities

Automation World

Industrial WLANs enable the connection of automated equipment for improved operational efficiency.

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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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Laser welding thick with dynamic beam shaping technology

The Fabricator

Dynamic beam laser (DBL) technology might be a harbinger in the industrial lasers arena. No longer static, the laser beam can be shaped, sequenced, and focused in multiple ways to suit an application’s and metal fabrication shop's needs.

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Future of Agriculture: What Does Automated Vertical Farming Look Like?

Robotics Automation News

Today, automation is revolutionizing productivity and bringing other benefits across almost all industries. Agriculture is also shifting from manual labor towards a highly automated model where almost no workers are required on site.

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Mold Builders Face Diverse Set of Challenges in 2023

Plastics Today

Workforce development remains the number-one issue for US mold makers, but its dominance is shrinking as other challenges come into view, according to a business report from the American Mold Builders Association.

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After All: All aboard the vintage tram of life

E&T

Guess what the biggest highlight was of my recent short visit to Lisbon? No, not Alfama, the city’s oldest district, with its winding, naturally ventilated alleyways, cobbled streets, and secret squares. Nor the magnificent Castelo de Sao Jorge, with its thick Moorish walls and lush gardens. Nor even the mouth-watering Pasteis de Nata, the famous freshly baked and cinnamon-dusted custard tarts – yum!

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Covestro Expands Polycarbonate Film Capacity in Thailand

Plastics Today

With completion slated by 2025, the new capacity will serve applications in the ID card, automotive, and electronics industries with a growing range of more sustainable films.

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Latin America poised to become renewable energy giant, report reveals

E&T

Latin America is poised to become one of the world's largest producers of renewable energy, with almost one billion solar panels' worth of large-scale clean-electricity projects slated to come online in the next seven years across the region, the report says. GEM, a US-based non-profit organisation which tracks clean-energy development, states: "Rich in wind and solar resources, Latin America has the potential to be a global leader for renewable energy".

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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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Bankruptcy Lawyer: Your Guide to Overcome Financial Difficulties

Robotics Automation News

What is Bankruptcy? Bankruptcy filing is the legal process in which outstanding financial liabilities of an individual or an organization are discharged through debt relief. This debt relief acts as a financial cushion for debtors who have failed to repay their debts.

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Track down the plastic greenwashers

E&T

“We can be a bit geeky,” says John Willis, director of research at financial think tank Planet Tracker, “but we like to make sure what people are saying is true. We go through all the footnotes, and everything the auditors say; the devil is often in the detail.” It may not be the most glamorous of roles, but work Willis and his team do behind the scenes is critical, given the prevalence of increasingly sophisticated greenwashing.

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Canada’s Plastics Ban Has Its Day in Court

Plastics Today

Dow Chemical Canada, Nova Chemicals, and other industry players as well as two provinces argued in a federal Canadian court this week that the plastics ban is unconstitutional and based on scant scientific evidence.

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Taking a different approach to DCS upgrades

Control Engineering

DCS insights When it comes to distributed control system (DCS) upgrades, companies need to become more flexible and smarter in their overall approach because production is getting faster and more sophisticated. This is a challenge because a DCS is a closed system and does not take to upgrades easily. Embracing concepts and technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML) and smart manufacturing can help.

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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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Dear Evil Engineer: Could I nudge the Earth a little further from the Sun?

E&T

Dear Evil Engineer, As a yeti, I often wish that millions of years of evolution had better prepared me for life on a planet with average temperatures well above freezing. I tend not to stray far from the Arctic – which severely limits my career opportunities – but global heating is rendering even that habitat smaller and sweatier by the year. Would it be possible to nudge the Earth into a higher orbit around the Sun and bring down surface temperatures to something more comfortable?

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Ont. requiring students to earn a technological education credit, trying to address labour shortage

Canadian Manufacturing

MISSISSAUGA — The Ontario government is implementing a new high school graduation requirement to help better prepare students across our province for the jobs of tomorrow. Starting with students entering Grade 9 in September 2024, all students will now be required to earn a Grade 9 or 10 Technological Education credit as part of their Ontario Secondary School Diploma.

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Ursa Major Completes Hotfire Test of 50,000-Pound Thrust 'Ripley' Engine

MBT

Ursa Major engines are designed to be used on multiple vehicles and for various use cases.

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Tips on Xero specialist and payroll services in UK and London

Robotics Automation News

When it comes to running a business, there are many moving parts that need to be managed effectively. From bookkeeping and accounting to payroll and tax planning, businesses need to ensure they are staying on top of their finances to remain competitive and profitable.

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How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control

Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives

Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri

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Cdn. economy added 22,000 jobs in Feb. 2023

Canadian Manufacturing

Employment in Canada rose slightly last month after January’s jobs report raised eyebrows among economists anticipating a slowdown in the labour market this year. In its labour force survey Friday, Statistics Canada said the economy added 22,000 jobs in February, with employment up in the private sector. The federal agency said the country’s unemployment rate held steady at five per cent, hovering near record-lows.

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Tips for Bookkeeping in Surrey

Robotics Automation News

Bookkeeping is an essential task for businesses of all sizes, and it involves recording financial transactions, reconciling accounts, and producing financial reports. Effective bookkeeping can help businesses to manage their finances more efficiently, identify areas for improvement, and ensure compliance with tax laws and regulations. Here are some tips for bookkeeping in Surrey.

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Marin Tchakarov joins Fox Robotics as CEO

Modern Materials Handling

Tchakarov, formerly CEO at Kindred Systems, brings nearly 30 years of entrepreneurial and executive technology experience to Fox Robotics.

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Gain Deeper Insights into your Cisco SD-WAN Deployments with NWPI

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

Imagine that you’ve built a house and invested time, money, and effort into it for a long time.

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Build & Own Scale-Ready Industrial IoT Solution on Flex83 Middleware

Your Industrial IoT software is never ready to scale unless your platform can handle multiple assets at enterprise-level, deploy on any cloud, and provide a modern tech stack for rapid application development with complete IP Ownership, all while reducing cloud operations costs by 90% per connected device. In the technical paper developed with the product team behind Flex83, find how you can build & own your custom IoT platform on the Flex83 Middleware that: Is Scale-ready for 65M+ Connected Ass

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3D printing construction market projected to surpass USD 397.5b by 2030

AU Manufacturing

A recent study by SkyQuest Technology Consulting has found that the 3D printing construction market is projected to surpass USD 397.5 billion by 2030 at a CAGR of 87.38 per cent from 2023 to 2030. This projected growth is highly influenced by the growing demand for affordable and sustainable housing solutions, according to the report. Due to the extensive usage of 3D printers in the construction sector, SkyQuest found the 3D printing construction market has had considerable growth in the Asia Pa

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Advance: Women in Manufacturing 2023 powering the journey of women

Automation Mag

It is critical to continue chipping away at all the barriers preventing or discouraging women from entering Canada’s manufacturing industry. Annex Business Media’s manufacturing group returned with the third annual Advance: Women in Manufacturing virtual summit to facilitate conversations about breaking barriers, advancing women into positions of their choice, and embracing equity.

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Quantum Storage, M&M Plastics add 11 presses in $8M expansion

Plastics News

The parent company, Graduate Plastics Inc., is investing $8 million at the Miami site where the businesses mold 200 million industrial bins and components at five plants annually.

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What makes a credible corporate climate pledge?

E&T

The British government likes to advertise its contribution to cutting carbon emissions. And the figures do look good at first glance. The UK was apparently doing a good job of meeting commitments agreed at the end of 2015 well before ministers even turned up in Paris for a signing session. UK emissions peaked 50 years ago, a time when coal was the predominant fuel for both heating and electricity generation.

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Retrofits Are Falling Short: Here’s Why You Need MES + ERP Together

Manufacturing today requires both agility and precision. Traditional ERP systems provide enterprise-wide management but lack real-time execution power needed on the shop floor. ION Factory OS by First Resonance bridges this gap, combining the strengths of ERP and MES for seamless integration. While ERP handles long-term strategic oversight, ION Factory OS delivers real-time production control, ensuring speed, flexibility, and precision.

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Dig In to NetDevOps at Automation Developer Days, May 9-11

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

Secure your seat at Automation Developer Days in Stockholm – May 9-11 We are happy to announce that you can now register for Automation Developer Days !

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ClipsandClamps president elected PMA chairman of the board

The Fabricator

Jeff Aznavorian, president of Plymouth, Mich.-based ClipsandClamps Industries, has been elected as the Precision Metalforming Association’s 2023 chairman of the board.

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Axium launching $75M in expansions for recycling, molding

Plastics News

Axium is constructing a 120,000-square-foot, $45 million recycling facility at its headquarters campus in New Albany, Ohio, and is planning its 19th North American plant, this one to make containers, in Archdale, N.C.

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Sewon America to build $300 million facility in Georgia

The Fabricator

Sewon America, a subsidiary of Korean-based Sewon Precision Industry Co., has announced plans to build a $300 million facility in Rincon, Ga.

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6 Common Production Scheduling Mistakes Manufacturers Make

Effective shop floor production planning and execution can be challenging. Despite technological advancements and methodologies, many manufacturing production managers still encounter issues that result in late orders, cash flow difficulties, and dissatisfied customers. These challenges can disrupt operations, reduce efficiency, and impact overall profitability.