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ERP and Process Changes Increase Shop’s Revenue 64% YoY

Modern Machine Shop

James Marzilli started his shop in 2011 on a dare from his wife Lee Anne Marzilli. In the years since, they have built the shop into a component and prototype manufacturer for high-end clients in the aerospace, medical and defense industries. All images courtesy of Lynn Gorman Communications. “You don’t know how much waste you have until you address it,” says James Marzilli, founder and president of Marzilli Machine, a high-end component manufacturer located in Fall River, Mass

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Pre-apprenticeship program investing in female engineers for manufacturing and defence sectors

Manufacturer's Monthly

Young women training in engineering are among the latest cohort of secondary school students to benefit from the WA state Government’s $29.8 million investment. Women in Pre-apprenticeship program is supporting more women into apprenticeships This us apart of WA states government’s investment to expand the number of vocational education and training (VET) places available for Year 10, 11 and 12 students.

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Non-Contact Gauging Solution Added to Fanuc CRX Collaborative Robot

Metrology

Vectro 2 with FANUC CRX unlocks quick and easy automation of 2D profile measurements for both metrology control and process control applications. The post Non-Contact Gauging Solution Added to Fanuc CRX Collaborative Robot appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Engineering and manufacturing firm Premcar appoints new chief operating officer

Manufacturer's Monthly

Australian new-vehicle engineering and manufacturing company Premcar announced the appointment of experienced automotive industry executive Craig Clarke as its chief operating officer. Clarke has been assigned to lead and manage Premcar’s total engineering and manufacturing operations across the company’s two-vehicle development and assembly sites in Epping, just outside Melbourne.

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Navigating the Future: Generative AI, Application Analytics, and Data

Generative AI is upending the way product developers & end-users alike are interacting with data. Despite the potential of AI, many are left with questions about the future of product development: How will AI impact my business and contribute to its success? What can product managers and developers expect in the future with the widespread adoption of AI?

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‘METROLOGY BREW’ News Bulletin – 11th March

Metrology

Summary of headline metrology and smart manufacturing news from the past 7 days. The post ‘METROLOGY BREW’ News Bulletin – 11th March appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Decarbonising transport across Western Australia

Manufacturer's Monthly

The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has announced investment of $21.8 million to three projects, accelerating WA’s shift to electronic vehicles. This investment from ARENA is apart of a total $48.4 million helping in accelerating the shift to electric vehicles in Western Australia, through the Australian Government’s Driving the Nation Program.

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New lithium project to boost Western Australia’s battery hub

Manufacturer's Monthly

The successful opening of the Mt Holland lithium mine and concentrator project will boost WA’s ability to produce lithium for battery manufacturing. The Mt Holland lithium project consists of an open-cut mine and concentrator, located 110km southeast of Southern Cross in the Wheatbelt region, and a refinery currently being constructed in the Kwinana Industrial Area.

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Industry-First Zoom-Enabled Optical 3D Scanner Launched

Metrology

Whereas conventional structured light scanners have a fixed optical configuration, the combination of dual stereo cameras and optical zoom-enabled projection makes the SmartScan VR800 more flexible, allowing users to define in exactly which form they collect their data. The post Industry-First Zoom-Enabled Optical 3D Scanner Launched appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Engineers Australia and Energy Networks Australia unite

Manufacturer's Monthly

A new partnership between Engineers Australia and Energy Networks Australia will play a crucial role in equipping Australia with the engineering expertise required for a smooth transition to renewable energy. The agreement will see the organisations work together across three key areas aimed at building the competency and recognition of engineers within the energy sector, while addressing shared challenges.

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Robotics Factory adds five startups to its residency pilot cohort

Robotics Business Review

The Robotics Factory is dedicated to creating, accelerating, and scaling Pittsburgh-area startups. | Source: Robotics Factory The Robotics Factory has accepted five companies to its Scale Residency program. The Innovation Works and Pittsburgh Robotics Network initiative is dedicated to creating, accelerating, and scaling robotics companies in the Pittsburgh region.

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Manufacturing Sustainability Surge: Your Guide to Data-Driven Energy Optimization & Decarbonization

Speaker: Kevin Kai Wong, President of Emergent Energy Solutions

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.

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Tackling a Mold Designer Shortage

Mold Making Technology

Despite most mold builders surveyed currently employing as many or more mold designers compared to 5 years ago, the shortage remains a challenge. Photo Credit: Stock, Copilot I might be sharing information you’re already familiar with, but I want to quantify a challenge and initiate a conversation within the moldmaking community on how to address it.

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Kitamura Expands Presence in Mexico With Hi-Tec CNC Partnership

Modern Machine Shop

Source: Hi Tec CNC Kitamura Machinery has announced the appointment of Hi-Tec CNC as its exclusive dealer for Mexico. This partnership expands Kitamura’s presence in and ability to serve the Mexican market with advanced machining technology. Hi Tec CNC is said to be well positioned to represent Kitamura’s products and provide tailored solutions to meet the diverse needs of customers in Mexico.

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Rivelin Robotics To Lead Project Campfire To Deliver Automated Post Processing Solutions

Metrology

Rivelin Robotics has announced how it is leading a funded project that is set to deliver automated finishing of flight parts, orthopaedic implants and gas turbine components produced using metal additive manufacturing (AM) processes. The post Rivelin Robotics To Lead Project Campfire To Deliver Automated Post Processing Solutions appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Muratec Hybrid Machine Combines Punch Press, Fiber Laser

Modern Machine Shop

Source: Murata Machinery USA Inc. Murata Machinery USA Inc. ’s (Muratec) MF3048HL integrated punch press and fiber laser combines the benefits of punch operations with laser cutting technology, eliminating the need for separate setups or material transfers between machines. Muratec’s punch/laser combines provides precise cutting, punching, tapping and forming operations on a diverse range of materials.

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How Embedded Analytics Gets You to Market Faster with a SAAS Offering

Start-ups & SMBs launching products quickly must bundle dashboards, reports, & self-service analytics into apps. Customers expect rapid value from your product (time-to-value), data security, and access to advanced capabilities. Traditional Business Intelligence (BI) tools can provide valuable data analysis capabilities, but they have a barrier to entry that can stop small and midsize businesses from capitalizing on them.

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Hexagon Report Reveals Manufacturers Face Data Woes Stifling Innovation and Time To Market

Metrology

The Advanced Manufacturing Report, commissioned to understand how technology is shaping strategies today and for the future, provides in-depth analysis throughout the value chain from product design to finished product and quality processes, spotlighting trends and providing valuable insight into the challenges manufacturing leaders face, their successes and new opportunities.

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Paperless Parts Software Streamlines Quoting Process

Modern Machine Shop

Source: Paperless Parts Paperless Parts has announced the launch of its new AI-supported quote setup workflow, which streamlines the repetitive, error-prone tasks associated with request for quote (RFQ) intake and prep work, allowing estimators to focus on high-value activities. The new quote setup workflow tools, available at no additional cost for all Paperless Parts customers, include: Email forwarding: Users can now forward an RFQ from their email inbox to Paperless Parts to instantly start

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Transforming Quality Control Processes With Inline Inspection

Metrology

The metrology sector is now beginning to see that the existing set up of using measuring laboratories for conducting measurements on massive production scales is no longer sufficient. The post Transforming Quality Control Processes With Inline Inspection appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Rockwell Automation Collaboration Improves Dairy Farming in Rural India

Control.com

In an effort to modernize dairy farming and improve livelihoods in rural India, Rockwell Automation has partnered with ISAP India Foundation and dairy-focused technology company eVerse.AI.

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Modernizing MES: A Guide for Complex Manufacturers Adapting to Industry 4.0

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.