Tue.Mar 11, 2025

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Preparing the Manufacturing Workforce for Greater Use of Robotics and AI

Automation World

Robots and artificial intelligence are clearly more advanced than the controllers and motors that powered much of the past centurys manufacturing advance, but they all changed the industrial workforce. Groups like the Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing Institute are helping manufacturers and their workforce adapt.

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Cyber Resilience Innovations

Gary Mintchell

Rubrik has announced new capabilities to its cyber resilience offerings across cloud, SaaS, and hypervisors including Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, RedHat OpenShift, and more. Its new Identity Recovery for Active Directory and Entra ID addresses the key vulnerability to business operational recovery. The innovations aim to provide customers with even more ability to anticipate breaches, detect potential threats, and recover with speed and efficiency no matter where their data lives.

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VIC celebrates 200,000 free TAFE enrolments

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: industrieblick/stock.adobe.com Victorias nation-leading Free TAFE program has hit a milestone, having helped 200,000 students gain the skills they need for in-demand jobs. To continue supporting students on this pathway, the Victorian minister for Skills and TAFE Gayle Tierney and Federal minister for Skills and Training today officially opened a multi-level training facility at Chisholm Institutes Frankston campus.

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High-Payload Vacuum Gripper for Enhanced Collaborative Automation

Gary Mintchell

The development of collaborative robots in the Odense, Denmark area led to important increases in the development of end-of-arm effectors. OnRobot became a leading developer of these tools. This new release marks OnRobot’s highest payload gripper to date, with intelligent control and seamless integration for palletizing and handling. OnRobots new VGP30 vacuum gripper robust at 30 kg (66 lbs.) payload is designed to excel at palletizing boxes and handling irregular shapes and porous surface

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Agility Amid Tariffs & Supply Chain Disruptions

Speaker: Karan Talati: CEO and Co-Founder of First Resonance

The rules of manufacturing are shifting—are you ready? Tariffs, automation, and supply chain disruptions are forcing manufacturers to adapt fast or fall behind. Join Karan Talati, CEO of First Resonance and former SpaceX Manufacturing Engineer, in this on-demand webinar to learn how leading manufacturers are: Navigating tariffs with data-driven supply chain strategies Leveraging automation and AI to eliminate bottlenecks Building resilience with predictive supplier management Adapting flexible s

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The Downloadable Metal 3D Printer

Modern Machine Shop

To illustrate the power of a laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) metal 3D printing system that is open source, Venkata Karthik Nadimpalli passes a magnet over a sleeve of metal filings held over a solid, 3D printed block of steel. The filings form into letters. Nadimpalli is a senior researcher with the Additive Manufacturing (AM) Lab of the Technical University of Denmark (DTU), where the open source metal AM system was developed.

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Inventory management key to maintaining a competitive edge

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: /stock.adobe.com For Australia’s discrete manufacturers, inventory management is pivotal in ensuring the smooth operation of production processes, maintaining product quality, and achieving sustainable growth. Efficient inventory management helps manufacturers save resources, cut costs, and avoid disruptions. This is especially relevant to Australia’s discrete manufacturers.

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DigiKey debuts supply chain transformed season 3

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: DigiKey DigiKey , a leading global commerce distributor offering the largest selection of technical components and automation products in stock for immediate shipment, announced the release of Season 3 of the Supply Chain Transformed video series , sponsored by Omron Automation and onsemi. The new season will focus on innovative technologies, including IoT, that are fueling the future of the logistics industry.

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What types of plating are used on connectors?

Design World

Connector plating is a thin metallic layer applied to contact surfaces to improve conductivity, corrosion resistance, and durability. Manufacturers use various platings to optimize electrical performance, mechanical reliability, and cost across applications. This article reviews common noble metals used in connector plating and discusses how nickel-based platings improve wear resistance and reliability.

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Paving a future free from engineered stone

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Image'in/stock.adobe.com Victorian stonemasons and construction industries are adapting to the State Governments ban on the processing, manufacture, and supply of engineered stone. On 1 July last year, the State Government took action to protect workers from silicosis. Following the federal ban on the importation of the product on 1 January, the prohibition of engineered stone came into effect, with advice provided to more than 1,100 operators across the sector.

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What sensors are needed to counter the hypersonic threat?

Design World

The old analogy of missile defense as hitting a bullet with a bullet no longer applies. The muzzle velocity of bullets is only 1,800 mph. A hypersonic missile travels at about 3,900 mph, twice as fast. A bullet cant catch a hypersonic missile! To implement a hypersonic missile defense, it takes a comprehensive suite of […] The post What sensors are needed to counter the hypersonic threat?

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Emergent Energy Optimizes Steam Systems with Panoramic Power’s Technology

Manufacturers face increasing pressure to curb energy waste and emissions. Emergent Energy specializes in optimizing industrial steam systems, leveraging Panoramic Power’s real-time energy intelligence to drive efficiency. By analyzing steam system performance, Emergent Energy pinpoints inefficiencies and implements targeted improvements. This article explores how data-driven steam optimization transforms wasted energy into measurable savings, ensuring compliance with sustainability regulations.

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Crafted with Capral: Muscat Trailers – Built for the long haul

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Capral/Muscat Muscat Trailers is more than just a manufacturer of transport solutions; its a business built on passion, innovation, and a deep commitment to quality. For nearly 50 years, Muscat has been crafting trailers that stand the test of time, supporting industries such as mining, sand and gravel cartage, and heavy logistics. At the helm of this legacy is Troy Azzopardi, CEO of Muscat Trailers, who has been immersed in the business since childhood.

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Hollow rotary tables now in four sizes

Design World

Nanotec has expanded its hollow rotary table series with the HRTA-200, the largest in the lineup, now covering flange sizes NEMA 17, 23/24, and 34. Equipped with a cross-roller bearing, all of them ensure high positioning accuracy and excellent runout characteristics even under high loads. The HRTA series can handle forces of up to […] The post Hollow rotary tables now in four sizes appeared first on Design World.

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Punch Custom Tooling Supports Range of Manufacturing Processes

Modern Machine Shop

Source: Punch Industry USA Inc. Punch Industry USA ’s custom tooling lineup is designed for manufacturers who require custom mold, die and production/factory automation components for injection molding, stamping and equipment manufacturing processes. With the support of 11 ISO-regulated facilities, Punch Industry says it can offer high-capacity, competitive lead times on both steel and carbide components.

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Kitamura Announces New Distributor for Southern Ohio, Northern Kentucky

Mold Making Technology

Source: Kitamura Machinery of USA Inc. Kitamura Machinery announces a partnership with Superior Equipment Solutions as its exclusive machine tool distributor for southern Ohio and northern Kentucky. The company says this partnership reinforces its commitment to service and support in the region. Based in Franklin, Ohio, Superior Equipment Solutions will now provide full machine/parts sales, service and application support for Kitamura’s full line of Mycenter vertical, horizontal, five-axis

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Accelerate Americas Manufacturing Agility & Supply Chain Resilience

Discover how to accelerate manufacturing agility and build supply chain resilience in our live webinar on February 6, 2025, at 3 PM PST. Explore insights from a former SpaceX leader on scaling hardware production, balancing speed with quality, and leveraging advanced tools like ION Factory OS. Learn from historical examples and modern approaches to innovation while uncovering how AI and real-time data can automate processes, strengthen supply chain operations, and ensure scalability.

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Ingersoll Turning Tool Features Modular Design for Easier Setup

Modern Machine Shop

Source: Ingersoll Cutting Tools Ingersoll Cutting Tools showcases its modular WinTwist line, which makes use of the threaded TopOn connection and pre-existing GoldTwist tips. Together with a large selection of TopOn shanks, it is possible to create diameters between 0.236"-0.823" (6.0-20.9 mm). The WinTwist line’s modular design is said to facilitate easier setup, and makes it simple to adapt to multispindle and Swiss-type machines.

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SECS/GEM on Canon FPA 2500 i2 i-line Stepper through the EIGEMBox

Manufacturing Tomorrow

The semiconductor industry thrives on innovation and precision. As manufacturing processes evolve, the need for efficient communication and automation becomes even more critical. Implementing the SECS/GEM protocol on Canon FPA 2500 i2 i-line stepper through the EIGEMBox represents a leap forward in optimizing operations. In this blog post, we'll explore how SECS/GEM enhances equipment integration, streamlines communication, and elevates semiconductor manufacturing standards.

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Kitamura Announces New Distributor for Southern Ohio, Northern Kentucky

Modern Machine Shop

Source: Kitamura Machinery of USA Inc. Kitamura Machinery announces a partnership with Superior Equipment Solutions as its exclusive machine tool distributor for Southern Ohio and Northern Kentucky. The company says this partnership reinforces its commitment to service and support in the region. Based in Franklin, Ohio, Superior Equipment Solutions will now provide full machine/parts sales, service and application support for Kitamura’s full line of Mycenter vertical, horizontal, five-axis

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Welders at the Saint Louis Zoo provide facility maintenance at home and abroad

The Fabricator

Welders at the Saint Louis Zoo are a critical link to keeping both animal residents and visitors safe. Recently, they took their expertise to a zoological park in Madagascar.

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Unmasking Energy Waste: Manufacturing’s Hidden Inefficiencies and Costly Impacts

Energy inefficiencies are silent thieves eroding manufacturing profits and sustainability efforts. From overworked pumps to leaky compressed air systems, these hidden drains often go unnoticed without advanced energy monitoring. Panoramic Power empowers manufacturers with granular, device level energy visibility, and real-time insights to identify and eliminate inefficiencies, transforming waste into savings.

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AI-Powered Safety: Schneider Electric’s Groundbreaking Patent

Control.com

Schneider Electric unveils a patent using AI-driven reinforcement learning to enhance industrial process safety, optimizing hazard analysis and risk prevention.

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EMS Showcases Motion Solutions at Medical Technology UK

Manufacturing Management

Specialist DC motor and drive system supplier Electro Mechanical Systems (EMS) will be exhibiting at Medical Technology UK on March 12 to 13 at the Coventry Building Society Arena.

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Installing and Using Modern Industrial Joystick Controls

Control.com

Discover how digital and analog industrial joysticks can provide crucial precision in sectors like manufacturing and industrial automation, used mainly for motion control applications.

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Innovated MachineandTool Co. plans expansion

The Fabricator

Innovated MachineandTool Co. Inc., a sheet metal fabricator based in Newport News, Va., has announced plans for a 30,000-sq.-ft. expansion to its 60,000-sq.-ft. facility.

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The Supply Chain in 2025: What to Expect

In 2025, the Supply Chain continues its evolution toward “Logistics 4.0,” inspired by Industry 4.0. Two major characteristics define this transformation: automation, driven by robotic solutions, and prediction, paving the way for an era of planning and simulation powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI).

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Made in Britain Partners with Carrington for Growth

Manufacturing Management

The official trademark for UK manufacturing has appointed Carrington, a digital marketing agency based in Lincoln, to amplify its support for British industry.

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MARPOSS OPENS A TECH CENTER IN BANGALORE

Dinesh Mishra

Bentivoglio/Bangalore, March 6, 2025 Marposs, a global leader in the supply of cutting-edge solutions for quality control and precision measurement, has inaugurated a new space of about 400 square meters in Bangalore, where offices will be located and, above all, a tech center where the company’s most advanced technologies will be made available in order to better meet the expectations of local customers, also through the development of “tailor-made” solutions for the specific

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New program to increase representation in tech

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Nopphon/stock.adobe.com The Tech Council of Australia (TCA) has announced the launch of The Next Wave: Womens Tech Transition to create more accessible pathways for women in tech. The program will be in partnership with _nology, SEEK, Ubank and Project F. Following a grant received from the federal governments Building Womens Careers Program, The Next Wave program will discuss the lack of representation of women in the tech workforce and industry.

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Reliance president/CEO named 2024 Steel Executive of the Year

The Fabricator

The Fabricators and Manufacturers Association and the Association of Metals Processors and Distributors have awarded their 2024 Steel Executive of the Year honor to Karla R. Lewis, president/CEO of Reliance.

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The 2nd Generation of Innovation Management: A Survival Guide

Speaker: Chris Townsend, VP of Product Marketing, Wellspring

Over the past decade, companies have embraced innovation with enthusiasm—Chief Innovation Officers have been hired, and in-house incubators, accelerators, and co-creation labs have been launched. CEOs have spoken with passion about “making everyone an innovator” and the need “to disrupt our own business.” But after years of experimentation, senior leaders are asking: Is this still just an experiment, or are we in it for the long haul?

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AMADA WELD TECH to Highlight Battery Welding Capabilities at the International Battery Seminar 2025, Booth #505

Manufacturing Tomorrow

Hands-on Demonstration of Industry-Leading Products

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TST Fabrication and Machine expands Virginia headquarters

The Fabricator

TST Fabrication and Machine, a service-disabled veteran-owned metal fabrication company, will invest $3 million to expand its existing headquarters in Norfolk, Va.

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Stoecklin Logistics to Showcase Cutting-Edge Sustainable Automation at ProMat 2025

Manufacturing Tomorrow

Visit booth #S4656 to explore how advanced automation is driving efficiency and sustainability in manufacturing facilities

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Verisurf signs agreement to be acquired by Sandvik

The Fabricator

3D metrology software provider Verisurf Software Inc. has announced it has signed an agreement to be acquired by Sandvik.

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?