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Siemens at IMTS 2024

Design World

Last month, at the International Manufacturing Technology Show, tens of thousands of registrants and exhibiting companies flocked to McCormick Place’s 1.2 million square feet of exhibit space. To hit the ground running, this year I checked-in with some of the larger companies early. Big companies like Siemens — with a global reach in many different… The post Siemens at IMTS 2024 appeared first on Design World.

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PTC Announces Strategic Collaboration Agreement with AWS

Gary Mintchell

Amazon stumbled into quite a business when it developed Web Services. Of course, Microsoft and Google entered the market proving it’s a real market. AWS has been gaining ground in the industrial software space. This news comes from PTC announcing that its Onshape business has announced entry into a Strategic Collaboration Agreement with Amazon Web Services (AWS).

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Kollmorgen announces next-generation PCMM2G controller

Design World

Kollmorgen has released its new PCMM2G programmable motion controller. This highly scalable controller offers simple integration with systems based on the Kollmorgen Automation Suite as well as with third-party devices, bringing new capabilities and greatly increased performance to everything from standalone machines to complex, modular automation systems.

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The Benefits of an Enterprise Architecture for Manufacturers

Automation World

The capabilities of Inductive Automation's Ignition software platform showcase a good example of how manufacturers can create an enterprise architecture for optimizing production processes, improving decision-making and achieving digital transformation goals.

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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?

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Image sensors offer 106dB shutter efficiency for industrial applications

Design World

OMNIVISION has introduced three new back-side illuminated (BSI) global shutter (GS) image sensors. These sensors are designed for machine vision applications such as industrial automation, robotics, logistics barcode scanners, and intelligent transportation systems (ITS). The new GS image sensors feature a 3.45-micron (µm) BSI pixel, which offers high sensitivity, efficient shutter performance, and strong low-light capabilities.

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How Google Cloud Plans to Bridge IT and OT Data

Automation World

With the connection of Manufacturing Data Engine and Cortex Framework, Google Cloud looks to ease the collection and processing of multi-modal data from machines, sensors and cameras for contextualization with data from enterprise applications.

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Why Bin Tuning Is Critical to Profitable Batch Manufacturing

Automation World

In one example, a manufacturer lost 75 tons of product to waste and experienced nearly eight hours of downtime, costing the company $25,000 plus lost revenues.

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Comparing SLC and ControlLogix PLCs: An In-Depth Review

Control.com

The SLC 500 PLC family dominated automation control for well over thirty years and now, with the recent discontinuation of most of the series, we look at the differences between SLC and modern Logix PLCs.

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JMC Ford Factory Adopts Comau Flexible Assembly System

Automation World

Comau’s welding automation system enables JMC Ford to have a completely automated multi-vehicle co-production line.

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3Laws secures $4.1M in seed funding to improve robot safety

Robotics Business Review

3Laws’ Supervisor is a software layer that operates between the autonomy stack and the robot to monitor and correct motion commands in real-time to deliver collision avoidance, geofencing, system stability, and other necessary outcomes. | Credit: 3Laws Robotics 3Laws Robotics has secured $4.1M in seed funding to expand the company and begin hiring to grow its engineering and customer support teams.

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The Future of Manufacturing: Behind-the-Scene Insights from the IMTS Conference

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Keyence Launches Next-Generation Scan Tunnel System for Logistics Industry

Control.com

Keyence has developed a scan tunnel system specifically designed for the logistics industry. The new system simultaneously reads barcodes and measures package dimensions, even in high-speed applications.

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Kollmorgen emphasizes flexibility with new programmable motion controller

Robotics Business Review

The PCMM2G programmable motion controller has a 1.5 to 3.5 times faster fieldbus cycle rate than previous models. | Source: Kollmorgen Kollmorgen this week released its new PCMM2G programmable motion controller. The company said this scalable controller offers simple integration with systems based on the Kollmorgen Automation Suite as well as with third-party devices.

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Coca-Cola Canada Sponsors Drone as Newest Plastic Litter Picker

Plastics Today

Partnership with Pollution Probe will deploy innovative technology in waste reduction efforts to collect, remove, and analyze waste found in Canada's Great Lakes.

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RBR50 Spotlight: NVIDIA gives mobile robots all-around sight with Nova Carter

Robotics Business Review

Organization: NVIDIA Country: U.S. Website: [link] Year Founded: 1993 Number of Employees: 500+ Innovation Class: Technology, Product & Services Development of commercial-grade mobile robots is a time-consuming process, but NVIDIA Corp. offers to accelerate that process with the Nova Carter platform. It enables surround vision for autonomous navigation, freeing developers to focus on other applications for artificial intelligence in robotics, said the Santa Clara, Calif.

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CNC Design Guide: Enhance Machining for Precision, Efficiency, and Cost Reduction

Unlock the full potential of CNC machining with our comprehensive design guide. Learn how to optimize your designs for precision, efficiency, and cost savings. Gain key insights on part complexity, tolerances, materials, finishes, and much more. Whether you’re developing prototypes or production parts, our guide offers practical tips to streamline your process and ensure high-quality results.

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Make Cybersecurity Awareness Month a Game-Changer for You and Your Career

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

With cyber threats on the rise and the start of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, it couldn’t be a better time to elevate your skill set to meet attacks head-on—and defend, detect, and protect your data and networks.

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A Medtech Innovation Model Grounded in Cross-Fertilization

Plastics Today

The Bakken Medical Devices Center applies principles established by the founder of Medtronic to address the unmet needs of patients and medical personnel.

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Celebrating Cisco’s Solutions Engineers in Honor of National Techies Day

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

Celebrate National Techies Day with Cisco! Discover how our Solution Engineers bridge the gap between cutting-edge technology and real-world needs, sharing their inspiring stories and innovative solutions.

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‘Because secondhand is feckin’ grand’: how clothes swapping became huge in Ireland

The Guardian Manufacturing

After seeing the consequences of fast fashion, one woman is on a mission to change the way we think about repurposing clothes Mary Fleming was on holiday in Kenya when she saw it: a mound of secondhand clothes heaped by a river, the pile so vast and unruly it was spilling into the water. The sight shocked her. At home in Ireland she was a passionate shopper and bought a new outfit almost every weekend.

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Changing the Game with MES: Cut Costs, Drive Efficiency, & Achieve Sustainability Goals!

Speaker: Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions

In an era where efficiency is king, are you leveraging the right tools to transform your manufacturing processes? A Manufacturing Execution System (MES) is critical for enhancing operational efficiency, reducing waste, and optimizing energy usage—key factors for improving your bottom line and lowering your carbon footprint. Join Nikhil Joshi, a manufacturing technology expert with 18+ years of hands-on experience, in this new webinar as he uncovers the secrets of MES and how to best utilize thes

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UWA Innovates: Network Upgrade Transforms Student Experience, Boosts Security, and Drives Sustainability

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

Discover how the University of Western Australia transformed its network infrastructure to enhance student experiences, secure research data, streamline operations, ensure cybersecurity compliance, and promote sustainability amidst unprecedented challenges.

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Festo expands product line with EV battery mfg. solution

Canadian Manufacturing

The Festo VTEP is meant for the web control of battery foils. (Credit: Festo) MISSISSAUGA — Festo says they have created a new solution for high throughput dry-room electrode assembly of electric vehicle (EV) batteries. This year’s focus on dry-room electrode production covers unrolling, cutting, aligning and layering of anodes and cathodes. Their new Festo VTEP is used to maintain roll tension, which is critical to the quality of EV batteries.

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Packaging Must Evolve as MIT and Others Develop More Complex Medical Implantable Devices

Plastics Today

Expert packaging advice on packaging requirements needed to protect the sterility, stability, and internal environments of emerging new-tech implants during transportation.

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Federal govt. invests $8.4M in quantum technologies in Alberta

Canadian Manufacturing

MP Chahal announces federal investments to commercialize Alberta-made quantum technologies (CNW Group/Prairies Economic Development Canada) CALGARY — The federal government invests over $8.4 million for three projects to strengthen Alberta’s capacity to bring new quantum products to national and international markets. The projects receiving support include the following- Over $4.1 million for the University of Calgary’s Quantum City initiative to develop infrastructure and acquire sp

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How To Select the Right Software for Innovation Management

Finding the right innovation management software is like picking a racing bike—it's essential to consider your unique needs rather than just flashy features. This oversight can stall your innovation efforts. Download now to explore key considerations for success!

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Empathy in Action: How Cisco Changes Lives with The Opportunity Platform

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

See how Cisco's efforts in EMEA are making changes for some people directly affected by the war in Ukraine. Learn more about The Opportunity Platform today!

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AMSL Aero signs another international partnership

Manufacturer's Monthly

AMSL Aero’s Vertiia vertical take off and landing (VTOL) aircraft. Image: BCDA/AMSL Aero Australian manufacturer AMSL Aero has signed a partnership agreement with The Bases Conversion and Development Authority in the Phillipines (BCDA) to explore a new zero-emissions aircraft industry and hydrogen production industry in the Philippines. The new partnership with BCDA and AMSL Aero involves collaboration and knowledge sharing to develop an ecosystem for low-cost zero emissions aircraft and hydroge

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One steel tariff approved, another up for grabs

The Fabricator

The U.S. Department of Commerce announces antidumping duty investigations on corrosion-resistant steel products.

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QUT and TAFE Queensland join forces to lead the way in clean energy development

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Nick Brundle/stock.adobe.com QUT and TAFE Queensland have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to strengthen their in-depth collaboration on battery and clean energy safety programs. The partnership will drive improvements in the Vocational Education and Training (VET) and University sectors in Queensland. A highlight of the partnership is the establishment of the Vocational Education and Training (VET) and University sectors in Queensland at Acacia Ridge in Brisbane.

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The Secrets to Zero-Waste Manufacturing: A ex-SpaceX Start-up Case Study

Sit down with Karan Talati, CEO of First Resonance, to explore the significant contributors to waste in the manufacturing industry. Karan delves into two critical areas: material waste and data waste. He discusses how material waste impacts costs and efficiency, and the often-overlooked issue of data waste—where valuable data is not captured, leading to inefficiencies in managing inventory and operations.

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Phillips Corp. Announces Student Design and Machining Competition

Modern Machine Shop

Phillips Corp. announces the launch of its Student Design and Machining Competition, offering students an opportunity to showcase their skills and win prizes. Registration is free and takes place online , closing on October 31st, 2024. Students can win a trip to tour Haas Automation in California, as well as a day at a nearby theme park. Participants will also receive tools, simulators, Haas tooling certificates, Markforged certificates, gift cards and more.

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VIC Gov’t Launch Australian Medtech Manufacturers Alliance

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Gorodenkoff/stock.adoe.com The Victorian Government has launched the Australian Medtech Manufacturers Alliance as a measure to ensure Victoria remains at the forefront of medtech innovation. Building on the work of the Australian Medtech Manufacturing Centre, the Alliance will support the growth of medtech manufacturing in Victoria, creating new jobs, enhancing skills and increasing investment and exports across the sector.

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Lafarge Canada commissions its Low-Carbon Fuel facility

Canadian Manufacturing

(Credit: Lafarge Canada) CALGARY — Lafarge Canada Inc., a member of Holcim Group, has officially commissioned its Low-Carbon Fuel (LCF) facility at its Exshaw cement plant in collaboration with Geocycle Canada. The $38 million facility will reduce the plant’s reliance on traditional fuels by replacing up to 50% of natural gas used for one of its kilns.

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Revolutionising motion control with Siemens SINAMICS G220: Efficiency, security, and future-proof solutions

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Siemens/APS Siemens SINAMICS G220 variable frequency drives, distributed by Siemens’ master distributor in Australia, APS Industrial, are designed to meet the growing demands of modern industrial applications. The G220 delivers high-performance capabilities, energy efficiency, and robust security features. As a key product in the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio, the SINAMICS G220 is a game-changer for industries seeking to enhance productivity, reduce operational costs, and ensure long-term

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How to Master Product Portfolio Management

Pursuing product portfolio management excellence empowers organizations to unlock the full potential of their offerings. This comprehensive guide unveils 10 essential keys that serve as the building blocks for success.