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How Zero Trust Transforms Control System Security

Automation World

A manufacturer’s initial frustration at being locked out of their new HMI software evolved into an appreciation for built-in zero trust measures to protect industrial operations from a range of cyber threats.

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ZEDEDA and OnLogic Partner to Build Integrated Edge Computing Solution for Industrial Environments

Gary Mintchell

OnLogic Powered by ZEDEDA integrates cloud-native edge management capabilities into industrial-grade hardware solutions to accelerate edge deployments and ROI. The edge appears to be the place where innovation is focused. Here is yet another partnership in that market space. ZEDEDA , the leader in edge management and orchestration, and OnLogic , a global leader in industrial computing hardware and solutions, announced a strategic partnership to launch OnLogic Powered by ZEDEDA.

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Celebrating industry achievements: Highlights from the 2024 Endeavour Awards

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Endeavour Awards The Manufacturers’ Monthly Endevavour Awards 2024 was an outstanding night for many whom gathered to celebrates the contributions and achievements of Australian Manufacturing. Held last night in Melbourne, the awards allowed those in attendance to celebrate just some of the many successes seen recently within the industry. The night saw many awards presented to an audience who got the opportunity to learn more about the many remarkable personalities and enterprises that

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Nidec Drives introduces standard 5-year warranty

Design World

Nidec Drives, a global leader in industrial drives and automation, is launching a groundbreaking change to their warranty program. Effective immediately, customers will now receive a 5-year warranty as standard on all Control Techniques and KB Electronics AC, DC, Servo drives, option module and keypad product lines*. Nidec Drives are the first drives supplier to… The post Nidec Drives introduces standard 5-year warranty appeared first on Design World.

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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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SA Gov’t plan to deliver defence industry jobs well underway

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: FiledIMAGE/stock.adobe.com One year since its release, The South Australian Defence Industry Workforce and Skills Report and Action Plan has seen more than 80 per cent of the Australian and South Australian Government-funded workforce development initiatives are now underway. The strategy provides a detailed blueprint to create, train, and retain a skilled and experienced defence industry workforce.

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Indigenous business booming after COVID-forced moved

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: The Cryogenics Group/stock.adobe.com The COVID pandemic was a challenge for many Australian businesses. For some, it meant focusing on a new product or service (hand sanitiser and masks, anyone?), while for others it meant finding Australian supply chains when travel bans hit imports. For Indigenous-owned and Supply Nation Certified company, The Cryogenics Group, it meant an unplanned cross-country move and a whole new market.

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Is Your Business Positioned to Capitalize on the Expanding Digital Industry Accelerators Ecosystem?

Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

The industrial landscape is rapidly transforming, with an ecosystem of digital industry accelerators (DIAs) emerging in response to increasing demands for digital transformation in manufacturing. Powered by artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), cloud computing, and 5G, these accelerators are driving unprecedented growth and fostering more agile, data-driven, and sustainable industries.

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CSIRO hydrogen facility helps new tech get to market

Manufacturer's Monthly

Dilatometer for measuring the dimensional thermal expansion of ceramic cells. Image: CSIRO Hadean Energy are utilising CSIRO’s Hydrogen Technology Demonstration Facility to test their kilowatt-class electrolyser bundle, in order to progress the technology toward commercial readiness. The Hydrogen Technology Demonstration Facility (HTDF) is located at CSIRO’s Clayton campus in Victoria.

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Confronted by Rising Costs, Weakening European Demand, and Increased Competition from Chinese Automakers, Volkswagen opts for Drastic Restructuring

Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

Volkswagen, Germany’s iconic automotive brand, is on the verge of making drastic structural changes. Facing surging operational costs, dwindling demand in Europe, and intensifying competition from Chinese automakers, Volkswagen is considering shuttering three factories in Germany for the first time in its 87-year history. This unprecedented decision forms part of a larger plan to save €10 billion by 2026.

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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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Kawasaki partners with LETA to reduce carbon emissions

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Quality Stock Arts/stock.adobe.com Kawasaki Heavy Industries (Kawasaki) and Low Emission Technology Australia (LETA) have formalised their shared commitment to reducing carbon emissions from heavy industry with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). Under this MOU, both organisations will collaborate in the development and distribution of Post Combustion Capture (PCC) technology.

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Groundbreaking Ultra Accuracy for GoFa Cobots

Fabricating & Metal Work

ABB’s new Ultra Accuracy feature opens a wide range of possibilities for the use of cobots in businesses including electronics, automotive, aerospace, and metal fabrication. ABB Robotics recently launched Ultra Accuracy, a new industry-leading feature for its GoFa cobot family that delivers the highest level of precision available in cobots, enabling over 10 times greater path accuracy vs. other cobots on the market. “As industries look to automation to enhance product quality and achieve

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ventureLAB and Hudson Valley FastFab Inc. sign MOU to collaborate on semiconductors and microelectronics

Canadian Manufacturing

MARKHAM — ventureLAB, a global founder community for hardware technology and enterprise software companies in Canada, and Hudson Valley FastFab Inc. (HVFF), a company promoting advanced solutions in mature (essential) node technologies, have reportedly signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate on advancing flexible manufacturing, engineering, and workforce development within the semiconductor and microelectronics industries.

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New Paint Atomizer for Efficient and Sustainable Paint Shops

Fabricating & Metal Work

ABB’s RB 1000i-S paint atomizer allows for a 10% reduction in paint per vehicle, which increases paint shop efficiency and delivers financial savings ABB has launched the RB 1000i-S paint atomizer to revolutionize automotive paint shops. The new paint atomizer mounted on top of the ABB robot improves transfer efficiency by upwards of 10%, and can significantly reduce paint waste by a minimum of 30% along with carbon dioxide (CO 2 ) emissions, compared to its predecessor, the RB 1000i.

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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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Wrightbus acquires RGI Bus and Coach Refurbishment

SMMT

Wrightbus has announced it has acquired RGI Bus and Coach Refurbishment in a ‘pivotal’ deal to continue the firm’s push into bus refurbishment and repair. For the Ballymena-based firm, the buy-out of Southam, Warwickshire-based RGI underlines its commitment to growth and expansion. The deal will enable Wrightbus and its subsidiary NewPower to offer a complete suite of refurbishment options, from upholstery to metalwork, alongside its existing powertrain conversion operation.

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Beckhoff Integrates Dynamic Weighing into Standard TwinCAT Automation Software

Fabricating & Metal Work

The TwinCAT 3 Weighing Library from Beckhoff adds a fast, precise scale for weight measurement directly into a standard machine control environment. This new PLC package, which supports manual and automatic triggering, is highly effective when implemented with measurement I/O modules from Beckhoff, particularly the ELM35xx and EL3356 EtherCAT Terminals.

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TC Energy cuts cost estimate for Southeast Gateway pipeline project in Mexico

Canadian Manufacturing

TC Energy Corp.’s Southeast Gateway pipeline project in Mexico is on track to come in 11 per cent below budget and should be operational no later than mid-2025, the Calgary-based company said on Nov. 7. The project, which was green-lit in 2022, involves the construction of a 715-kilometre offshore natural gas pipeline in southeast Mexico. TC Energy announced Thursday it now expects the total cost of the project to come in at US$3.9 billion, compared to a previous estimate of US$4.1 billion

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Quickly Locate Short Workpieces in 3-jaw Chucks

Fabricating & Metal Work

Dillon Manufacturing workpiece stops provide a quick, consistent method of locating short workpieces in 3-jaw chucks, thus speeding set-up times, and enhancing safety when machining short components. They allow short parts to be set above the jaws, thus providing needed clearance. Strong magnets pressed into the stops hold them securely to the chuck face, which contrasts with parallels or spacers that can come loose and be thrown.

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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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Expert webinar from SGS provides the key to robotic product safety standards

i4.0 today

SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, is pleased to announce a complimentary webinar, ‘The key to robotic product safety standards’, on November 21, 2024. This event is tailored to the needs of quality, system and R&D engineers working within the robotics companies. As the demand for robotic products grows, ensuring safety, security and customer trust becomes increasingly crucial.

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New TIN Coated Thread Gauges Ensure Wear Resistance and Precise Measurement

Fabricating & Metal Work

Recently, EMUGE-FRANKEN USA , a leading manufacturer of high-performance taps, thread mills, end mills, drills, gauges and other rotary tools, announced it has expanded its precision thread gauges line with new TIN Coated Gages featuring 3B class-of-fit, ensuring critical tolerance is met. The TIN coating also ensures extreme wear resistance for safety critical aerospace and medical applications, and in other demanding environments.

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When Automation is Worth Taking Big Risks

Industry Week

Robots are such proven manufacturing technology that potential benefits may be crystal clear even when ROI or KPI projections aren’t.

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Aircraft maker Bombardier reports US$117M Q3 profit

Canadian Manufacturing

Bombardier Inc. reported a third-quarter profit of US$117 million compared with a loss of US$37 million a year earlier as its revenue rose 12 per cent amid growth in its services business. The aircraft maker, which keeps its books in U.S. dollars, says its profit amounted to US$1.09 per diluted share for the quarter ended Sept. 30 compared with a loss of 47 cents US per diluted share in the same quarter last year.

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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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Ignition: An Example of OPC UA Data-Driven Manufacturing

Control.com

Truly understanding how to implement IIoT technology requires tangible examples of machines, platforms, and data insights that give relevance to high-level concepts.

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Nissan to cut 9,000 jobs globally after sinking to a loss

The Guardian Manufacturing

Production capacity at Japanese carmaker will be reduced by 20% and sales budgets cut Nissan has announced it will cut 9,000 jobs from its global workforce as part of “urgent measures” to stem losses. The Japanese car manufacturer said it would also reduce global production capacity by 20% and cut its sales budgets after it slumped to a loss in the three months to the end of September.

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Moxa Releases Industrial Panel PC Series for Demanding Environments

Control.com

Moxa has added a new family of industrial panel computers to its portfolio of solutions. The series is designed for reliable and rugged computing in extreme industrial conditions.

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Nissan Announces 9,000 Job Cuts, Slashes Sales Forecast

Industry Week

"Facing a severe situation, Nissan is taking urgent measures to turnaround its performance and create a leaner, more resilient business capable of swiftly adapting to changes in the market," a company statement said.

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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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How Process Damping Impacts Milling Stability

Modern Machine Shop

Because the tool-toolholder-spindle-machine is not rigid, the tool vibrates in response to the cutting force and chatter can occur. Chatter exhibits large forces and poor surface finish, so it should be avoided. You can use models to select spindle speed-axial depth combinations that avoid chatter, while meeting design tolerances. These milling stability maps, which separate stable spindle speed-axial depth combinations from those that produce chatter, are generated using a measurement of the to

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UQ partnership to bolster QLD biotech innovation

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: StockPhotoPro/stock.adobe.com The University of Queensland’s capabilities in drug discovery and development are set to be strengthened by a new partnership between UniQuest and global biotech company Molecule to Medicine (MTM). The collaboration will align UniQuest’s Queensland Emory Drug Discovery Initiative (QEDDI) with MTM to foster the formation of new biotech companies in Brisbane and translate academic research into new medicines.

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What I learned on my trip to EuroBLECH

The Fabricator

A trip to EuroBLECH 2024 reveals that the world of metal fabricating is growing smaller.

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