Automation World
NOVEMBER 30, 2022
Key takeaways from Automation Fair 2022 included new flexible I/O and software-as-a-service offerings to insights on the three pillars Rockwell Automation sees as critical to automation’s next steps.
Design World
NOVEMBER 30, 2022
Proportional valves are considered both flow and directional valves, to meter flow and control the direction in which flow is metered. When specifying a proportional valve for fluid power control, you need a driver to control the ramp rate and open the valve. Combining these two devices together allows you to have control flow precisely,… The post Highly customizable, simplified proportional valve is a step ahead of the competition appeared first on Design World.
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Gary Mintchell
NOVEMBER 30, 2022
I missed a day here yesterday. I had an outpatient procedure that necessitated leaving home about 5:30 am. I blamed the condition on past workplace stress. More likely it was hereditary. Glad to report that the operation was successful. By the time I got home yesterday early afternoon, my LiveWell app had been updated with all the blood test results, the results of the procedure, and the surgeon’s notes and commentary.
Design World
NOVEMBER 30, 2022
CIT Relay & Switch is now offering the J116F1 Series providing 50A switching capabilities in the industry’s smallest package size, ideal for when spacing is tight. Available with standard or wide contact terminals for better heat transfer, the J116F1 can be used in a variety of applications such as buses, forklifts, and golf carts. This… The post NEW J116F1 Series UL-approved relay from CIT Relay & Switch appeared first on Design World.
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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.
Automation World
NOVEMBER 30, 2022
The cloud-based AWS Supply Chain application requires no upfront licensing fees, long-term commitment requirements or the need to re-platform legacy software.
Robotics Automation News
NOVEMBER 30, 2022
Depending on which experts you consult, they will likely tell you that AI is going to impact almost every area of our life in the future. Certain industries and areas of daily living have already been transformed, and some clever AI applications can save a lot of time as well as make life easier. In […].
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Robotics Automation News
NOVEMBER 30, 2022
Factors such as a rise in consumerism and eCommerce have contributed to the rapid growth being experienced in the warehouse market globally. Along with this growth, warehouses are also being increasingly automated for increased efficiency and productivity. This warehouse automation guide will explore some technologies that are changing the future of warehouse automation.
The Fabricator
NOVEMBER 30, 2022
As metal fabrication shops look for production improvements and cost savings, a shift away from acetylene to alternate fuels during the oxyfuel cutting and heating processes may be the answer. Here are four things to consider.
Robotics Automation News
NOVEMBER 30, 2022
Locus Robotics, a maker of autonomous mobile robots for fulfillment and distribution warehouses, has raised $117 million in Series F funding, led by Goldman Sachs Asset Management and G2 Venture Partners. As part of the financing, Mark Midle, managing director, Goldman Sachs, and Zach Barasz, partner, G2 Venture Partners, will join the Locus’ board of […].
The Fabricator
NOVEMBER 30, 2022
Workforce training and automation in manufacturing were recurrent and interwoven themes at FABTECH 2022 in Atlanta. In the stamping and metalforming area, several of the technological advancements exhibited there are intended to either support a human workforce or reduce the reliance on it.
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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.
Plastics Today
NOVEMBER 30, 2022
Partner companies can use 55-gallon drums of aromatics — benzene, toluene, and xylenes (BTX) — produced from recycled mixed waste plastics for research and development.
Metrology
NOVEMBER 30, 2022
People in various industries are increasingly interested in using robotic quality control solutions. They recognize that doing so could help them save money, reduce defects and enhance outcomes. Many of. The post 3D Vision Systems Enable Robotic Solutions in Quality Control appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.
Control.com
NOVEMBER 30, 2022
The latest electrical engineering software from Zuken and nVent offers to increase productivity and reduce time to market in panel design and fabrication with software that updates with live data and has an easy-to-use central parts library.
Plastics News
NOVEMBER 30, 2022
Even if everything goes as planned, Economics Editor Bill Wood says don't expect the Consumer Price Index curve to get down to normal levels for another five or six quarters.
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Control.com
NOVEMBER 30, 2022
Variable frequency drive units can be found inside tons of control cabinets, but what happens if you disassemble one to see what’s inside and how it works? We did just that. The results might surprise you.
Additive Manufacturing
NOVEMBER 30, 2022
NANJING, China, Nov. 21, 2022 — Triastek, Inc. , a healthcare company pioneering 3D printing of pharmaceuticals with its proprietary technology, Melt Extrusion Deposition (MED ® ), announced it received clearance for its Investigational New Drug (IND) application from the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to initiate clinical studies of the 3D printed medicine, T21, a potential treatment for ulcerative colitis. “We are excited to receive IND clearance to begin clinical
Manufacturer's Monthly
NOVEMBER 30, 2022
Australian electrolyser company Hysata announced multiple leadership hires as it accelerates the scale-up of its high-efficiency electrolyser and builds commercial momentum globally. The recent hires come off the back of the appointment of Dr Alan Finkel AC as chair of Hysata’s Global Advisory Board. “Our system efficiency (41.5kWh/kg) is truly transformational, and we are building a world-class team across multiple engineering and commercial disciplines to ready the company for mass manufacturi
AU Manufacturing
NOVEMBER 30, 2022
Australia’s Performance of Manufacturing Index (PMI) slipped further into contraction territory in November following three months of flat conditions. . The Australian Industry Group’s (Ai Group) PMI rating for November fell by 4.9 points to 44.7, indicating deteriorating conditions. Ratings below 50 points indicate contraction, with lower results showing a faster rate of contraction. .
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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.
Manufacturer's Monthly
NOVEMBER 30, 2022
Beckhoff Automation’s global managing owner, Hans Beckhoff, and Nick Psahoulias, managing director of Beckhoff Automation, Australia, speak exclusively with Manufacturers’ Monthly about the company’s growing global presence, and the human touch needed in automation technology. Hans Beckhoff, founder, owner and managing director of German giant Beckhoff Automation, has seen a lot in the past 40 years of steering the family-owned business.
Plastics News
NOVEMBER 30, 2022
Consulting firm McKinsey & Co. supports the idea of secondary sortation as a way to capture more hard-to-recycle plastics from the waste stream.
Manufacturer's Monthly
NOVEMBER 30, 2022
Extra-large steel water pipes will be produced in Western Australia for the first time by Steel Mains under a new $58 million Water Corporation contract, supporting local jobs and manufacturing in Kwinana Industrial Area. . The contract was announced yesterday by water minister Dave Kelly, where water pipes spanning 1,600 mm in diameter will be manufactured in Kwinana instead of the Steel Mains’ plant in Victoria.
AU Manufacturing
NOVEMBER 30, 2022
Media Release by My Muscle Chef. One of Australia’s fastest-growing food technology companies, My Muscle Chef , opens its new $55 million manufacturing and logistics facility in Yennora, Western Sydney. . The state-of-the-art site provides additional capabilities across food manufacturing , technology and logistics, boosting employment opportunities in the local community and contributing to economic growth for Western Sydney. .
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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.
Manufacturer's Monthly
NOVEMBER 30, 2022
The Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC) has committed up to $20.5 million to make green car loans cheaper for Australians through Taurus Motor Finance. . CEFC’s initiative will support an estimated $100 million of green finance for Australian consumers to purchase electric vehicles (EVs). Eligible borrowers will receive discounted interest rates on green car loans, compared to the rate for internal combustion engine-powered (ICE) vehicles.
AU Manufacturing
NOVEMBER 30, 2022
The Australian Department of Defence has made a $26.9 million purchase order for XTEK Limited’s new Small Unmanned Aerial Systems (SUAS). . Delivery of the new order is expected to be completed before the end of fiscal year 2023, with corresponding revenues to be recognised in the second half of the year. . Assuming no unforeseen delays occur, the backlog, combined with the $47 million expected recognised revenue for H1 FY2023, is expected to enable XTEK to exceed $82 million for the full year.
E&T
NOVEMBER 30, 2022
Ukraine’s first-ever digital trade deal is expected to support its economy through the current crisis and lay foundations for its recovery and revival. . Ukraine’s first deputy prime minister, Yulia Svyrydenko, will sign the trade agreement with UK Trade Secretary, Kemi Badenoch, with officials saying that the deal will support digital commerce through the facilitation of cross-border data flows.
Canadian Manufacturing
NOVEMBER 30, 2022
VANCOUVER — Canadian government invests $30 million in Sanctuary Cognitive Systems Corporation, an AI and robotics company headquartered in Vancouver. This investment, which is being made through the Strategic Innovation Fund, will support a $120.8 million project to develop the world’s first functioning human-like intelligence in general-purpose robots. “Many labour-related challenges are outside the scope of current specialized AI and robotics technology,” said Geordie Rose, co-fou
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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.
E&T
NOVEMBER 30, 2022
The Wildlife Trusts said the government has “a pattern of missing legislative deadlines” that undermines the UK’s ability to restore nature. The body, which is formed from 46 UK wildlife conservation charities, identified a raft of missing policies that have still not been implemented by the government despite being promised. They include a failure to institute targets in the Environment Act, and the still-missing Environmental Principles which help with interpretation of environmental laws and
Plastics News
NOVEMBER 30, 2022
The Missouri-based maker of caps and plugs has built a new manufacturing site adjacent to its existing operations as part of a larger overall strategy.
Manufacturer's Monthly
NOVEMBER 30, 2022
When the term ‘Industry 4.0’ was first coined in the early 2010s, much hype ensued around the concepts of automation, digitalisation and the Internet of Things. Twelve years on, you and I know and understand the benefits of Industry 4.0, but why do we still see evidence of many manufacturers being reticent about getting involved? In my role as director for industrial transformation at IMCRC, I have spoken to many manufacturers, mostly small to medium enterprises (SMEs), through futuremap – IMCRC
E&T
NOVEMBER 30, 2022
The controls will run from April next year until 2028 and are focused on driving the move away from importing fossil fuels and relying on expensive gas. Grid capacity will also be boosted in order to pave the way for cheaper greener energy as more products become reliant on electricity. The businesses include Southern England’s UK Power Networks and SP Energy Networks in southern Scotland, among others.
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