Fri.Jan 27, 2023

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E-Commerce Tech Giant Enters the Industrial Technology Space

Automation World

With its new AWS Supply Chain and Monitron predictive maintenance products, Amazon extends its reach into the industrial marketplace.

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SOLID STATE RELAYS: Basic and Proper Selection

Design World

A solid state relay (SSR), is an electronic device that silently switches loads on or off when an external voltage is applied to its control terminals. Their lack of moving parts and silent, quick switching are merely a few of the distinct advantages an SSR has over an electromechanical relay (EMR). Two and three pole… The post SOLID STATE RELAYS: Basic and Proper Selection appeared first on Design World.

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Profinet: Designed for Openness and Determinism

Automation World

A look at Profinet’s development, from its Profibus fieldbus origins to its adpatability amid industrial Ethernet’s evolution, and how it provides the determinism required by many industrial users.

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OKW’s FLAT-PACK CASE

Design World

OKW is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its award-winning FLAT-PACK CASE – the world’s first standard plastic enclosure for electronic and electrical installations. FLAT-PACK CASE is perfect for a wide range of desktop and wall-mount electronics. Applications include medical and wellness, measurement and control, laboratory equipment, and computer peripherals.

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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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Profinet: Designed for Openness and Determinism

Automation World

A look at Profinet’s development, from its Profibus fieldbus origins to its adpatability amid industrial Ethernet’s evolution, and how it provides the determinism required by many industrial users.

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Hexagon Invests 100 MUSD In Autonomous and Sustainable Manufacturing

Gary Mintchell

This announcement is a little old. I’m trying to catch up. The interesting thing is less the actual announcement than that larger companies have started venture investment arms. Google Ventures has been a boon to that company. We’ll see how they play out in our market segment. Hexagon AB has assembled a number of pieces into a large industrial technology supplier.

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UK underestimates oil and gas industry emissions, study finds

E&T

A recent study from researchers at Princeton University and Colorado State University has found inaccuracies within the current method for estimating methane emissions from offshore oil and gas production in the UK. As a result, as much as five times more methane is being leaked from oil and gas production than currently reported, the researchers said.

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What’s Red, White, and Blue, and Green All Over?

Plastics Today

You guessed it (maybe): The most popular puzzle toy of all time, the Rubik’s Cube, is now available made with 100% recycled acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS).

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Kapco Metal Stamping hires VP of manufacturing

The Fabricator

Kapco Metal Stamping, Grafton, Wis., part of the Kacmarcik Enterprises family of companies, has announced that Michael Scharinger has joined the company as vice president of manufacturing.

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Novel anode design set to improve battery performance for for EVs and laptops

E&T

Researchers at the Korea Institute of Machinery and Materials (KIMM) and Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU) have developed the world’s first electrode design for a high-performance lithium-ion battery. The battery could, in the future, significantly improve the performance and stability of batteries used in electronic devices such as smartphones, laptops, and electric vehicles (EVs).

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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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Fox Guest Posting: The Best Service Providers for Your Blogging Needs

Robotics Automation News

Fox Guest Posting is a great way to get your blog noticed and grow your audience. With the help of Fox Guest Post Service Providers, you can make sure that your blog posts are reaching the right people.

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Operating theatres covered in microplastics with unknown health impacts

E&T

A University of Hull team analysed microplastic levels in both the operating theatre and anaesthetic room in cardiothoracic surgeries and discovered an average of 5,000 microplastics per metre squared when the theatre was in use - almost three times the amount found in our homes. The anaesthetic room had far fewer particles, with an average levels of just 500 per metre squared when in use.

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What effect does toolroom management have on tooling life?

The Fabricator

Not only can the right material, coating, lubricant, and press extend the life of metal stamping tooling—toolroom management also makes a difference for metal formers.

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Chancellor denies claims that HS2 will not terminate at London Euston

E&T

The Sun originally reported that HS2 trains could stop at a new hub at Old Oak Common in West London’s suburbs due to soaring inflation, which would either delay the redevelopment of Euston station until 2038 or see it face the axe completely. But Hunt said there were no “conceivable circumstances” where the project would have its terminus changed when asked by BBC News.

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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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16+ Best Business Card Templates for Google Docs (Word) & Slides

Robotics Automation News

Business cards not only facilitate the exchange of business contacts, but are also an essential part of the company’s image. They are needed by everyone who meets customers and partners in person.

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Kickstart: An AI vision of the future

Plastics News

Avient Corp.'s ColorForward color forecast for 2024 turned to artificial intelligence — or AI — to show its take on future hues.

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Creating 3D Maps in Real-time: A Time of Flight (ToF) Sensor That Works Without Motion Artifacts

Control.com

Teledyne e2v has released the Hydra 3D+, a 3D image detection and measurement device capable of improved performance over previous 3D sensing equipment.

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Calling all liquid silicone rubber processors around the world

Plastics News

Plastics News is looking to update its global directory of liquid silicone rubber processors. We began this project five years ago looking to provide insight into the LSR market. Last year we listed seventy five companies in a directory format. Our focus is to shine a light on this viscous but pumpable material and those who work with it. Looking to expand beyond the directory format, we are asking for volume numbers.

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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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New Self-centering Discs Make Installation Quick, Easy, and ‘Right the First Time’

Fabricating & Metal Work

Renishaw’s CENTRUM CSF40 scale discs. Renishaw has launched an innovative metal scale disc for its ATOM DX encoder series: the CENTRUM CSF40 scale. After intensive research and development at Renishaw, rotary RCDM glass scales are now joined by CENTRUM stainless steel self-centering discs. CENTRUM CSF40 scale discs are quick and easy to install ‘right first time’ due to their innovative mounting features that automatically center the scale when pushed onto an appropriately sized shaft.

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Rolls-Royce is a ‘burning platform’ that must transform, says new CEO

The Guardian Manufacturing

‘We underperform every key competitor out there,’ staff are told in global address by Tufan Erginbilgic The new chief executive of Rolls-Royce has told staff that the engineering company is a “burning platform” that must transform to survive. Tufan Erginbilgic, the former BP executive who replaced Warren East as chief executive at the start of January , said the coronavirus pandemic could not be blamed for what in reality was a perennial underperformance of the business compared with rivals.

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Berkshire Grey and Locus Robotics partner to achieve cross-platform robotic automation

Modern Materials Handling

Integrated solutions target full-scale automation with minimal fixed infrastructure, enabling customers to maximize throughput, scale effectively, and optimize labor efficiencies.

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New Welding Helmet Offers a Wider Fit with Innovative Features

Fabricating & Metal Work

The ORBIT includes external controls for shade adjustment and grind mode, and an X-TIG mode for welding when views are obstructed. WALTER Surface Technologie s has been providing end users with means to achieve greatness for more than 70 years by becoming a one-stop shop for all metalworking needs and is now expanding its PPE product offering by introducing a newly designed welding helmet.

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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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What AI could mean for modern manufacturers

AU Manufacturing

Now more than ever, manufacturers all around the world are being pushed to test the limits of their current capabilities as they weather multiple disruptive global events, like the COVID-19 pandemic and the war in Ukraine. These pressures only further emphasise the need for manufacturers to go above and beyond traditional boundaries and tap into the power of artificial intelligence, according to a recent report from the Turkiye Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution.

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Safe, secure and sure: Safety in automated manufacturing facilities

Automation Mag

As automation technologies evolve every day, ensuring machine and operational safety becomes even more important. It is not enough to ensure that automation equipment manufacturers are following the proper safety standards. When automated equipment is integrated with existing machinery, the safety risks change. Consequently, the safety requirements change.

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Eastman posts lower profit, plans job cuts

Plastics News

Eastman Chemical Co. is reducing costs in a series of moves that will include job cuts. In an email, an Eastman spokesperson said the job cuts will total 3 percent of the firm's global workforce. Based on current totals, that means Eastman would cut around 435 jobs in 2023. Kingsport, Tenn.-based Eastman announced the moves on Jan. 26, the same day it released its full-year financial results.

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Canada invests in organic waste conversion systems for rural communities in B.C.

Canadian Manufacturing

VANCOUVER — An investment of nearly $832,000 will be given to Safi Enterprises Inc. under the Research and Innovation Stream of the Agricultural Clean Technology (ACT) Program. The funding will support research and development of a new generation of small, portable and low-cost conversion systems for organic waste, known as biomass, that can serve rural and rural Indigenous communities.

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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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People and productivity: achieving business sustainability for manufacturing leaders

AU Manufacturing

As the manufacturing industry evolves over time and competition increases, business leaders are forced to develop ways to remain competitive and drive growth. However, some business leaders seem to fall short of strategies to diversify lines of business to achieve sustainability. Yes, diversifying the types of services and automating operations have allowed companies to overcome barriers and be competitive, but the ability to engage, develop and retain employees is also critical to business succ

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Modineer opens Mexico plant

The Fabricator

Metal components manufacturer Modineer has opened a new 145,000-sq.-ft. manufacturing plant in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico, with fabrication, welding, stamping, and painting capabilities.

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Chemically Recycled Plastics Hitch a Ride in Auto Applications

Plastics Today

Business intel firm IDTechEx explores markets where chemically recycled plastics have a growing foothold.

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Schuler North America to host grand opening with digitalization workshop

The Fabricator

Schuler North America, subsidiary of Schuler Group GmbH, will host its DigitalizationandModernization Workshop on February 23, 2023. The workshop is also the grand opening of the company’s Michigan Ave Service Facility in Canton, Mich.

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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.