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Analyzing and addressing cam-follower skidding in rotary applications

Design World

Here, we detail what causes skidding in rotary systems. Then we analyze single and double-roller cam follower designs. By Georg Bartosh President | Intech Power-Core For production machinery with moving subsystems, wear can be a major headache. Thats especially true for those featuring traditional metal cam followers, bearings, and other mechanical elements.

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Analyzing and addressing cam-follower skidding in rotary applications

Motion Control Tips

Here, we detail what causes skidding in rotary systems. Then we analyze single and double-roller cam follower designs. By Georg Bartosh President | Intech Power-Core For production machinery with moving subsystems, wear can be a major headache. Thats especially true for those featuring traditional metal cam followers, bearings, and other mechanical elements.

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Resin Price Report: Domestic PE Market Faces Strong Headwinds as Tariffs Roil Supply Chains

Plastics Today

US producers are heavily reliant on exports of PE resins, which currently account for more than half of total PE sales.

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Why successful leaders know when to delegate—and how to start

The Fabricator

Offloading tasks and training others to do them takes planning, time, and patiencebut its absolutely necessary for anyone running a small manufacturing business.

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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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PCS Launches Smart Hot Runner Controller with Mold View, Leak Detection, Real-Time Monitoring

Plastics Today

The company's new TC5600 temperature controller gives molders more insights into their hot runner systems while reducing maintenance costs.

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All-in-One SWD Drive from IDEC Streamlines AGV and AMR Design

Control.com

IDECs SWD Safety Wheel Drive merges wheel, motor, gearbox, and safety features into one compact unit, simplifying AGV/AMR integration and reducing costs.

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Why shops should monitor tube bending tool wear closely

The Fabricator

In a tube bending machine, problems like prematurely shot bearings can have hidden culprits for metal formers.

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ForwardX new self-production facility to produce 5,000 mobile robots per year

Robotics Business Review

ForwardX’s new facility will dedicate areas to building different types of robots, which it said will ensure quality control. | Source: ForwardX ForwardX Technology Co. this week unveiled its new robotics factory, which will manage its entire production process, from assembly to testing. The Beijing, China-based company said this underscores its commitment to self-sufficient production.

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Monitor bend tool wear closely

The Fabricator

In a tube bending machine, problems like prematurely shot bearings can have hidden culprits.

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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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Automated electric truck points to the future of smart port logistics

Robotics Automation News

The integration of automated electric driving and hands-free charging systems took a major step forward this week, with a live demonstration at APM Terminals Maasvlakte II, located at the Port of Rotterdam, in the Netherlands.

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Not programming press brakes offline yet?

The Fabricator

To transition successfully to offline bending software, assess your process, identify how new software could improve it, and get operators and programmers involved early.

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‘I have spent my life in this corner of Lincolnshire and witnessed how such job losses affect every part of a community’

The Guardian Manufacturing

The Tory MP for Brigg and Immingham, which includes part of the Scunthorpe steelworks, fully backs its nationalisation Mention steel and one of the towns you immediately think of is Scunthorpe. The steelworks site defines the area. It is huge, the equivalent of 1,133 Wembley football pitches. It extends well beyond the bounds of Scunthorpe itself, into my constituency, and employs hundreds of my constituents and many more beyond.

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Top 20 autonomous delivery robot companies in 2025

Robotics Automation News

Back in 2019, when we published a similar report, autonomous delivery robots were a futuristic curiosity cute, slow-moving boxes trundling along sidewalks, mostly on college campuses or in pilot projects. Fast-forward to 2025, and the ADR industry has grown up.

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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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Dexterity launches dual-armed ‘superhumanoid’ robot

Robotics Automation News

Dexterity, a developer of robotics and physical AI, has launched what it describes as the worlds first industrial superhumanoid robot. Named Mech, the new platform is designed to tackle strenuous and repetitive tasks in logistics and manufacturing environments tasks traditionally handled by human workers.

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Rosendin to showcase robotic solar installation system at Texas job site

Robotics Automation News

Rosendin, which claims to be the largest employee-owned electrical contractor in the US, is preparing to publicly demonstrate a new robotic system designed to accelerate the construction of solar energy projects. (See video below.

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Real Wins: How You Can Use Technology to Streamline Guard Services

Robotics Automation News

You already know how messy it can get if you’re still using paper timesheets or cobbled-together spreadsheets to manage your teams pay. Late submissions, missed hours, and manual errors all add to frustration for both you and your guards.

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Top 25 autonomous shuttle manufacturers in 2025

Robotics Automation News

Although the autonomous shuttle industry has made notable technological strides in recent years, the rollout of these vehicles remains largely restricted to controlled environments such as airports, university campuses, large industrial parks, and gated communities. These closed-loop settings reduce the complexity of real-world driving and offer safer testbeds for autonomy.

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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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DoorDash and Coco Robotics partner to launch new sidewalk delivery robot

Robotics Automation News

DoorDash, a local commerce platform, and Coco Robotics, a food delivery robotics company, have expanded their partnership to offer sidewalk robot delivery for DoorDash customers in select US markets.

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Top 30 warehouse robotics and automation companies

Robotics Automation News

The warehouse automation landscape has undergone significant transformation since our last roundup report in 2018, driven by advancements in robotics, artificial intelligence, and strategic mergers and acquisitions. This updated analysis highlights key players shaping the future of logistics and supply chain operations.

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Trump pauses tariffs for 90 days for most nations, escalates duties on Chinese imports

Robotics Automation News

In a significant shift in US trade policy, President Donald Trump has declared a 90-day suspension of elevated tariffs on most countries, while concurrently intensifying tariffs on Chinese imports to 125 percent. This move comes amid global economic uncertainty and mounting pressure from international allies, domestic lawmakers, and financial markets.

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Trump grants tariff exemptions for Apple and other tech firms

Robotics Automation News

President Donald Trump has rolled back some of his most aggressive trade measures by granting tariff exemptions for a range of consumer electronics, offering critical relief to companies such as Apple, Dell, and Nvidia.

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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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Will Trump’s plan to reshore US manufacturing succeed?

Robotics Automation News

President Donald Trump’s renewed push to bring manufacturing back to the United States anchored by sweeping tariffs and nationalist economic policies has reignited debate over whether such strategies can truly revitalize American industry.

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Manufacturing content: Is Trump’s tariffs policy about economic justice?

Robotics Automation News

President Donald Trump is once again placing American manufacturing at the center of his economic agenda, promising to bring back industrial jobs and rebuild the nations productive base. His primary tool for doing so? Tariffs. These duties on imported goods are designed to make foreign products more expensive, creating space for domestic producers to compete.