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How knowledge eliminates the grinding constraint in the metal fab shop

The Fabricator

Grinding remains one of the most manual processes on the metal fabrication shop floor. The more operators know, the safer and more effective they can be.

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What is AIoT and How Manufacturers Can Increase Productivity & Reduce Costs

Plataine

Artificial Intelligence (AI), and the Internet of Things (IoT) are increasingly becoming mainstream in the manufacturing industry. What is perhaps less understood is the degree to which these technologies are converging. AI takes manufacturers to the next level by leveraging the data collected by the IIoT. Given all this, it makes sense to begin thinking about the next concept – the AIoT – the Artificial Intelligence of Things.

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Preparedness is the best medicine for any metal fabrication shop

The Fabricator

The best medicine for a metal fabricating company hit with absences related to illnesses is preparation.

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Uniformity Labs Ultra-Low Porosity UniFuse™ 316L 90um Stainless Steel Powder Delivers Improved Mechanical Properties at Much Higher Throughput for Laser Powder Bed Fusion

Additive Manufacturing

FREMONT, Calif./ Dec. 15, 2022 — Uniformity Labs announced the availability of its UniFuse 316L ultra-low porosity stainless steel powder. The UniFuse 316L powder and optimized print processes have been used to create various parts in various industries with great success. Developed by an in-house team of world-leading materials scientists and 3D printing innovators, Uniformity Labs UniFuse 316L 90um 400W Performance mechanical properties are superior in UTS, YS, elongation, and density co

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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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How knowledge eliminates the grinding constraint in the meta fab shop

The Fabricator

Grinding remains one of the most manual processes on the metal fabrication shop floor. The more operators know, the safer and more effective they can be.

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ARENA backs eight grid scale batteries worth $2.7 billion

AU Manufacturing

Media Release by ARENA. On behalf of the Australian Government, the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has today announced $176 million in conditional funding to eight grid-scale battery projects across Australia. Funded under ARENA’s Large Scale Battery Storage Funding Round, each battery will be equipped with grid-forming inverter technology, allowing them to provide essential system stability services traditionally provided by synchronous generation such as coal and gas.

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Australian-US Advanced Manufacturers Collaborate onNovel Thermal Solutions in North America

Additive Manufacturing

Farmington, CT, December 14, 2022 – Mott and Conflux announced a partnership to bring Conflux’s 3D printed thermal solutions to North American markets. Conflux’s additively manufactured heat exchangers improve thermal management of critical components across a multitude of industries, including for advanced aircrafts, by utilizing the design freedom made possible by 3D printing.

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Flexible automation meets structural fabrication

The Fabricator

Lexicon Fabrication Group’s dive into robotic welding in 2015 spurred a virtuous cycle of growth. Automation opened up more opportunities, which in turn pushed hiring into high gear.

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Post-Market Surveillance Continues to Show Low Observed Complication Rates with OssDsign Cranial PSI

Additive Manufacturing

Uppsala/December 16, 2022 — OssDsign AB announced updated complaints data from a long-term follow-up of the company’s innovative product OssDsign Cranial PSI, which is used in the treatment of cranial bone defects. The data, based on 1,995 surgeries, shows that the frequency of infections leading to implant removal was 1.4% after an average follow-up time of 21 months.

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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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Are your sourcing strategies ready for what comes next on The Rebound Podcast

Modern Materials Handling

Listen in as Skyler Covington discusses the sourcing strategies making a difference at Sonoco Products.

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Better structural fabrication starts with good information

The Fabricator

A shop with the latest and greatest technology can fabricate a job extraordinarily quickly. That makes having the right information even more important. This is where good project management and documentation come into play.

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What’s happening with reshoring, nearshoring and labor rates on Talking Supply Chain

Modern Materials Handling

Listen in as Rosemary Coates discusses the latest trends in global supply chain management on this episode.

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Asphaltene turned into graphene for composites

Control Engineering

Asphaltenes , a byproduct of crude oil production, are a waste material with potential. Rice University scientists are determined to find it by converting the carbon-rich resource into useful graphene. Muhammad Rahman , an assistant research professor of materials science and nanoengineering, is employing Rice’s unique flash Joule heating process to convert asphaltenes instantly into turbostratic (loosely aligned) graphene and mix it into composites for thermal, anti-corrosion and 3D-printin

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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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Hexagon Invests $100 M in Autonomous and Sustainable Manufacturing through Divergent

Additive Manufacturing

STOCKHOLM/Dec. 16, 2022 — Hexagon AB announced a 100 MUSD investment in Divergent Technologies Inc. Divergent has developed an alternative production process to traditional vehicle manufacturing called DAPS® (Divergent Adaptive Production System) that addresses economic and environmental challenges. DAPS is a fully integrated software and hardware solution, creating a complete modular digital factory for complex structures.

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How knowledge eliminates the grinding constraint

The Fabricator

Grinding remains one of the most manual processes on the shop floor. The more operators know, the safer and more effective they can be.

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GE Additive appoints Alexander Schmitz as CEO

Additive Manufacturing

Cincinnati, OH/December 15, 2022 – GE announced today that Alexander Schmitz has been appointed as CEO of GE Additive, effective January 16, 2023. Based in Munich, Germany, Schmitz will report into GE Additive’s current chief executive, Riccardo Procacci, who takes on an expanded leadership role at GE Aerospace. Schmitz brings extensive experience in operations, product development, manufacturing, and leading global teams.

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Electrifying homes will drive down inflation

AU Manufacturing

Media Release by Rewiring Australia. Rewiring Australia says the federal government’s plan to help electrify homes and businesses will drive down inflation while saving the planet and Australian households money. . The government has brokered a deal with the Greens to support businesses and households replace gas with electrification systems, in a package to be developed for the May 2023 Budget.

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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