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Maxon’s new ESCON2 DC controller elevates precision, speed, and torque management

Design World

Maxon has unveiled its latest innovation: the ESCON 2 controller. This advanced speed and current controller, designed for micro motors, significantly enhances control precision. The ESCON 2, suitable for brushed and brushless dc motors up to 1,800 W continuous duty, is engineered for seamless OEM integration into customer systems. The ESCON 2 has enhanced control […] The post Maxon’s new ESCON2 DC controller elevates precision, speed, and torque management appeared first on Design World.

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Supersonic passenger travel given a boost as Boom's XB-1 completes second test flight

E&T

Colorado-based Boom Supersonic is another step closer to bringing mainstream supersonic travel back to our skies with its Colorado XB-1 demonstrator successfully completing its second test flight.

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IronHorse ACG Drives from AutomationDirect

Design World

AutomationDirect has added general-purpose AC drives to the IronHorse brand. These new VFDs support three control modes, including V/Hz, slip compensation, and sensorless vector, and come in various voltage and horsepower ratings at a very affordable price. The 230 VAC models can support AC motors up to 20hp with 230 VAC three-phase power and up… The post IronHorse ACG Drives from AutomationDirect appeared first on Design World.

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Running successful youth apprenticeships in manufacturing

The Fabricator

Small Midwestern metal manufacturing businesses like Addison Machine Engineering and Brunner Fabrication have learned that youth apprenticeships are well worth the time and effort.

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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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Over 2,000 workers apply for Tata Steel voluntary redundancy

Manufacturing Management

More than 2,000 workers have applied for voluntary redundancy at Tata Steel’s south Wales sites, according to reports, Insider Media reported.

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A Polarizing Discussion: Using Diodes The Right Way Around

Control.com

Some devices, like switches, are non-polar; you can connect them in either direction. What makes diodes so special, and how can you tell the right way from the wrong way?

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Two features added to offline robotic welding programming software

The Fabricator

Pemamek Ltd.’s software offline programming system for heavy robotic welding automation, WeldControl 300, now includes two new add-on features.

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AI-equipped cameras to catch drivers using phones and not wearing seatbelts

E&T

A suite of cameras equipped with AI to automatically detect when drivers are using mobile phones behind the wheel or not wearing a seatbelt are being trialled in Greater Manchester.

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Rolls-Royce is FTSE 100’s biggest faller as Cathay Pacific inspects A350 fleet

The Guardian Manufacturing

Shares in engineering firm slide as airline cancels flights after finding engine component failure on aircraft Shares in Rolls-Royce, the leading British engineering company, were the biggest faller on the FTSE 100 on Monday after Cathay Pacific Airways identified an engine component failure on an aircraft and began inspecting its entire Airbus A350 fleet.

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La biseladora mecánica procesa materiales gruesos

The Fabricator

Heck Industries/Woodward Fab ha presentado una nueva máquina biseladora de alimentación eléctrica para grandes requisitos de biselado.

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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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Best Practices for Medical Device Material Selection

Plastics Today

To keep pace with the evolution of medical device design and development, more materials insight is needed than can be found in generic spec sheets.

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Emerson’s Rosemount 802 Expands Wireless I/O Transmission Capacity

Control.com

Emerson adds WirelessHART capability to the Rosemount I/O device catalog with an 8-channel transmitter to remotely monitor conditions and control outputs like motors, pumps, and valves.

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Sizewell C nuclear plant to get £5.5bn taxpayer subsidy amid investor uncertainty

E&T

The government has proposed subsidising the construction of the Sizewell C nuclear power plant by £5.5bn as the project struggles to attract additional investment.

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Increasing number of women choosing computer science degrees

Manufacturing Management

The number of women choosing to study computer science at degree level in the UK has increased, according to new data from BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, Engineering Council reported.

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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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A Comprehensive Guide to the Allen Bradley PowerFlex 750

DO Supply

The Allen-Bradley PowerFlex750-Series is a comprehensive family of Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), also known as AC drives, from Rockwell Automation that provide greater application flexibility, high performance, and an exceptional user experience for a wide array of multi-drive or general-purpose motor control applications. These drives are appropriate for applications that require speed, torque, and/or position… The post A Comprehensive Guide to the Allen Bradley PowerFlex 750 first ap

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Scottish SME lands £1.1 million export contract through UK government scheme

Manufacturing Management

UK Export Finance helps smaller businesses like RAM Engineering to build relationships with lenders and fulfil their exporting ambitions.

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A New Generation of X-ray Inspection Technology

Metrology

Traditional X-ray technology plays a key role in metrology and quality inspections in a wide range of manufacturing sectors – wherever there is a need to check the internal structures of components, pipes and vessels reliably and accurately. The post A New Generation of X-ray Inspection Technology appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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JLR offers 4,000 plant workers checks to identify health problems early

Manufacturing Management

JLR announces it is offering on site health checks to approximately 4,000 manufacturing employees at its Solihull plant, aligning with the Government initiative to check people’s heath at work.

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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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All-in-One Metrology 3D Software Platform Launched

Metrology

DefinSight is an all-in-one metrology 3D software platform designed to use the full potential of Scantech's state-of-the-art 3D technology. With its intelligent data-optimizing algorithm and real-time computing capabilities, DefinSight revolutionizes 3D scanning and inspection, delivering unprecedented accuracy and efficiency. The post All-in-One Metrology 3D Software Platform Launched appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Healthcare company plans to expand Northumberland site

Manufacturing Management

Organon Pharma UK, a global healthcare company, has submitted plans to expand its Cramlington site, which employs more than 600 people, Insider reported.

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New All-In-One ‘In-Machine’ Tool Presetter Incorporates Tool Microscope and Visual Inspector

Metrology

Instead of taking tools to the metrology laboratory, users can inspect tool edges using images taken inside the machine tool envelope. The post New All-In-One ‘In-Machine’ Tool Presetter Incorporates Tool Microscope and Visual Inspector appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Companies to Action: Powering the Next Generation of 6G Wireless Technology with Semiconductors

Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

How Are Semiconductor Innovators Shaping the Future of 6G? The leap from 5G to 6G represents a fundamental shift in how data is transmitted, processed, and utilized. Advanced semiconductors will be at the heart of this transformation, driving capabilities such as ultra-fast data transfer, near-zero latency, and artificial intelligence (AI)-powered edge computing.

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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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Bossard Brings Industry 5.0 Fastening Technology to IMTS 2024

Fabricating & Metal Work

Bossard Inc., a leader in industrial fastening and assembly technology solutions, announces a live demonstration of its innovative fastening technology at the 2024 International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS). Bossard’s Fastening Innovations: Bossard demonstrates their Ultrasonic Measuring Equipment and Junker’s Vibration Testing Machine at IMTS.

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E-REDES Enhances Efficiency using Glartek’s Visual Remote Assistance Solution for Field Operations

i4.0 today

Glartek, a leading provider of innovative Connected Worker solutions powered by AR for the manufacturing and asset-intensive industries, has today announced the positive outcomes of its partnership with E-REDES, the primary operator of Portugal’s national electricity distribution network. This collaboration has introduced Glartek’s Connected Worker solution for visual remote assistance and enahnced of the efficiency and safety of E-REDES’ field operations.

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EXAIR’s New Mobile App Enhances User Experience

Fabricating & Metal Work

EXAIR has consistently increased the availability of free tools to help customers. Once again, EXAIR is proud to present the latest of those free tools, the EXAIR AR Mobile App available in both Apple and the Google Play Stores. The new mobile app provides an interactive and engaging experience for customers that can only be found at EXAIR. App users can quickly browse and place products directly into their environment to ensure a perfect fit into their application.

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ADAS and Autonomous Cars Present a US$500 Million Opportunity for LWIR Cameras

i4.0 today

Autonomous emergency braking (AEB) is one of the most important ADAS (advanced driver assistance systems) features a vehicle can have. Studies have shown that pedestrian crash risk is reduced by 25-27% and pedestrian injury crash risk by 29-30% through the implementation of AEB. As discussed in IDTechEx’s new report, “ Infrared (IR) Cameras for Automotive 2025-2035: Technologies, Opportunities, Forecasts ”, LWIR (long-wave infrared) camera technologies could drive the improvement of AEB systems

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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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Lyndex-Nikken’s new Lineup of Tool Presetters Designed for Thermal Stability Coupled with High Precision

Fabricating & Metal Work

Lyndex-Nikken, manufacturer and provider of high-performance machine tool accessories and automation, introduces an industry leading lineup of new tool presetters and software from Elbo Controlli Nikken with models: E346BA, E356+, E46B, E46BA, E46BP, E46C, E46CA, E46CX. The presetters are designed with innovative and reliable construction for thermal stability coupled with high precision that is set to transform the CNC industry.

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Empowering the Future of Healthcare

i4.0 today

Leading manufacturer of high-performance medical power solutions, Accutronics , will showcase its latest innovations at Medical Technology Ireland. The event, being held at Galway Racecourse from September 25-26, 2024, is recognised as Europe’s second-largest and fastest-growing medical device design and manufacturing show. Visitors can find Accutronics at booth L15, where it will display an array of off-the-shelf and custom battery solutions to meet the rigorous demands of the medical and healt

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Remanufacturing to Play a Pivotal Role as Automotive Aftermarket Embraces Circular Economy Principles

Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

By Benson Augustine, Program Manager – Mobility The global automotive aftermarket is witnessing a paradigm shift as circular economy initiatives gain momentum. Remanufacturing—the process of restoring used parts to like-new condition with affiliated warranty—is an integral element of circular economy models and offers substantial growth opportunities.

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FIFO vs. LIFO Inventory Explained

MRPEasy

Choosing the right inventory valuation method is a crucial decision for any business. Whether you go with FIFO or LIFO, your chosen method will impact everything from your taxes to how you manage your stock. In this article, we’ll break down the differences between FIFO and LIFO, explore their pros and cons, and help you […] The post FIFO vs. LIFO Inventory Explained appeared first on Blog for Manufacturers and Distributors.

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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.