The Fabricator

MAY 15, 2025

Economic uncertainties abound. But as columnist Caleb Chamberlain writes, amid the tumult, manufacturing isnt a bad place to be.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

MAY 15, 2025

Each standard Vast solar module contains around 2500 heliostats, with each of them pointing to a receiver tower. Images: Vast With prototyping now complete and $180 million of conditional funding recently announced from ARENA, Vast is taking its commercially ready concentrated solar thermal technology to the world of renewables. Heres whats happening.

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Robotics Automation News

MAY 15, 2025

Telecommunications giant Huawei and robotics company UBTech are partnering to promote humanoid robots in factories and even households. Both parties signed a co-operation agreement in Shenzhen and aim to boost the robotic technology and its application in China. UBTech is one of the leading Chinese producers of humanoid and smart service robots in Shenzhen, Guangdong.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

MAY 15, 2025

Pictured: Corfield Racecourse pre-launch helium fill. Image: Stratoship/erelease Early-stage aerospace innovator, Stratoship, has exceeded engineering expectations during recent field testing of its remotely piloted high-altitude airship. The Brisbane-based startup successfully completed a validation test flight on Monday, May 5th, achieving over eight hours in the stratospherea significant milestone for the developing technology.

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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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Robotics Automation News

MAY 15, 2025

A compact and agile AirRob automated storage system by Libiao Robotics has been installed in the Shanghai warehouse of a specialist lean supply chain management service company.

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21st Century Tech

MAY 15, 2025

When I wrote about advances in energy technology a few days ago, I mentioned Helium-3 as an important fuel for commercial fusion reactors. Today, Helium-3 is harvested in small quantities from nuclear power plants and used in: Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) technology, where Helium-3 is ingested into a patient’s lungs to create high-resolution images for diagnosing lung diseases.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

MAY 15, 2025

Financing has been a vital area of focus for Global Trade Logistics since its foundation in 1999. Image: Travel mania/stock.adobe.com Keeping freight on the move and cash flowing has been at the heart of more than two decades of success for Global Trade Logistics. A Westpac editorial. For a smaller freight-forwarding company to compete with international behemoths, Global Trade Logistics (GTL) founder, Gary Coutsoudis, knows he and his team must out-perform.

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Robotics Business Review

MAY 15, 2025

DETROIT — With more than 40,000 attendees and 800 exhibitors, Automate 2025 this week was a prime place to see and learn about the latest industrial automation. With the event came an avalanche of announcements about new products, partnerships, and applications. Here are some of the latest enabling technologies for manufacturing and logistics as part of our ongoing Automate coverage.

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CMTC Manufacturing Tech

MAY 15, 2025

Its one thing to spot a problem. Its another to solve it. In Part 1 of this series, we introduced the fundamentals of continuous improvement: shifting from reactive to proactive operations, reducing waste, and increasing efficiency through Lean and Six Sigma principles. But identifying opportunities is only half the battle. The real test lies in implementation and in sustaining results once the initial momentum wears off.

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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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Manufacturer's Monthly

MAY 15, 2025

Image: Paladin Space/isentia University of South Australia based startup Paladin Space has demonstrated the worlds first space payload capable of capturing debris from multiple targets and storing it on satellites for recycling. The company showcased their technology, called Triton which has the potential to reduce the cost of space debris removal and making the process more sustainable at a private demonstration event yesterday at UniSAs Innovation & Collaboration Centre (ICC).

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Design World

MAY 15, 2025

igus is proud to announce that its e-loop modular cable carrier has been selected as the winner of the 2025 American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Woelfel Best Mechanical Engineering Achievement (BMEA) Award. The award was officially presented at the Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) on May 6, in Houston, at the igus booth #3565. The […] The post igus wins ASME Award for e-loop cable management system appeared first on Design World.

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Robotics Automation News

MAY 15, 2025

UN Secretary-General Antnio Guterres has once again called for a global ban on lethal autonomous weapon systems machines capable of taking human lives without human oversight describing them as politically unacceptable and morally repugnant.

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Design World

MAY 15, 2025

Hirose has developed an automotive wire-to-board connector that meets the GMW3191 standard for low-voltage automotive applications and the ADM-F-0006 vibration test standard to ensure reliability and durability in harsh environments. Featuring a unique contact spring structure for vibration resistance and a rugged center lock that prevents mis-mating, the KM32A Series offers a tensile/pry strength of […] The post Automotive wire-to-board connector meets low-voltage standard appeared first

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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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Canadian Manufacturing

MAY 15, 2025

Shown left to right: ZS2 TechBoard 4×8 Structural Sheathing, ZS2 TechTile 2×2, ZS2 TechBoard 3×5 Backer Board, and ZS2 TechStone (CNW Group/ZS2 Technologies Ltd.) CALGARY ZS2 Technologies has launched its second-generation (Gen 2) magnesium cement building materials, featuring verified fire performance, patented low-carbon technology, and domestic inputs.

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Robotics Automation News

MAY 15, 2025

DoorDash, a popular platform for local commerce such as food ordering, and Wing, a developer of residential drone delivery, are introducing drone delivery to Charlotte, North Carolina for the first time. This marks the latest milestone in their ongoing partnership focused on bringing faster, more efficient, and sustainable food delivery options to customers.

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Canadian Manufacturing

MAY 15, 2025

TORONTO New Horizon Aircraft achieves full wing transition of its large-scale prototype aircraft. Today we join a very small group of companies worldwide that have achieved this critical technical milestone, said Brandon Robinson, CEO and co-founder of Horizon Aircraft. From the beginning, we have focused on innovations that make the most operational sense with the best available technology.

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Robotics Automation News

MAY 15, 2025

MDA Space, the Canadian company developing the Canadarm3 robotic system for NASAs lunar Gateway, says the technology could be repurposed for other missions if the Gateway program is canceled as proposed in the White Houses 2026 budget, as reported by Space News.

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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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Manufacturing Tomorrow

MAY 15, 2025

The Acquisition Will Expand Supplier Access and Increase Partner Optionality for Manufacturers As They Navigate Tariffs and Other Supply Chain Shifts

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Robotics Automation News

MAY 15, 2025

The view from automatica, one of the worlds leading industrial trade shows for the robotics and automation industry Humanoid robot development is progressing at an impressive pace. The power struggle between the US and China, along with advances in AI, battery development, and mechanics, has led performance improvements among the metal men.

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The Guardian Manufacturing

MAY 15, 2025

Lacklustre designs and a slowdown in the luxury goods market have taken a heavy toll on the British fashion label This weeks news that Burberry is cutting 1,700 jobs after a 117% fall in profits is, of course, terrible for affected employees around the world including 170 at its West Yorkshire trenchcoat factory but did not come as a surprise within the fashion world.

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Robotics Automation News

MAY 15, 2025

In a move that highlights Dubai Polices commitment to sustainability and smart policing, the Tourist Police Department under the General Department of Criminal Investigation has officially introduced the fully electric Lotus Emeya-S into its luxury patrol fleet.

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Canadian Manufacturing

MAY 15, 2025

AtkinsRalis Group Inc. reported its first-quarter profit and revenue rose compared with a year ago and raised its revenue outlook for its nuclear business. The engineering company says it now forecasts nuclear revenue between $1.9 billion and $2.0 billion for 2025, up from earlier expectations for between $1.6 billion and $1.7 billion. The increase came as AtkinsRalis says it earned a profit attributable to shareholders of $69.1 million or 39 cents per diluted share for the quarter ended March 3

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Manufacturing Tomorrow

MAY 15, 2025

The company achieves SOC 2 Type II compliance with inaugural audit report, which had zero exceptions, reinforcing commitment to safeguarding customer data

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Canadian Manufacturing

MAY 15, 2025

Airbus Niagara Distribution Centre (CNW Group/Airbus) FORT ERIE Airbus Helicopters inaugurates a new 21,000 sq. ft. integrated distribution centre in the Niagara region, enhancing its industrial operations and expanding spare parts storage capacity. This facility will support over 300 skilled jobs and strengthen Airbus’ network with Canadian suppliers.

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Control.com

MAY 15, 2025

Sonair debuts a pioneering sensor tech, ADAR, a first-of-its-kind, three-dimensional ultra-sonic radar that challenges the capabilities of conventional LiDAR technology.

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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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Canadian Manufacturing

MAY 15, 2025

TORONTO NEO Battery Materials appoints Dr. Jun Sik Jeoung as senior scientific advisor for commercialisation and cell development. Dr. Jeoung is an expert in lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery technology with over 17 years of hands-on experience in Li-ion battery R&D, scale-up, and production technologies. At Samsung SDI, Dr. Jeoung contributed by leading the development of BMW i3 EVs 94Ah automotive cells.

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Manufacturing Tomorrow

MAY 15, 2025

More than three-quarters of survey respondents are focused on productivity, with cost and automation priorities sharing second place.

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Canadian Manufacturing

MAY 15, 2025

Nulogy CEO William Ryan (CNW Group/Nulogy Corporation) TORONTO Nulogy, a company working in collaborative manufacturing and extended supply chain solutions, appoints William Ryan as chief executive officer, effective immediately. “We are thrilled to welcome Bill Ryan as CEO of Nulogy,” said Vincent Chao, partner at Rubicon Technology Partners. “Bill’s proven track record in scaling supply chain technology businesses, deep industry expertise, and customer-first approach m

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