Mon.May 22, 2023

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Weidmüller USA breaks ground on new engineering and manufacturing facility

Design World

Weidmüller Inc., USA, a provider of Smart Industrial Connectivity products and solutions headquartered in Richmond, VA, today broke ground on a new engineering, production, and warehouse facility at its current Southlake location in Chesterfield County. The $16.4 million expansion will create more than 100 new jobs for the greater Richmond, Virginia area.

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Conversations At Conferences

Gary Mintchell

I don’t travel like I used to. There is no pressure from sales to see and be seen in the faint hope of selling advertising. However, I will be at Siemens Realize in Las Vegas June 12-15 and Honeywell User Group in Orlando June 19-21. I am curious to find out how people are using all of this technology, what they see with future applications, and perspectives on future job roles and functions.

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Renishaw launches new line of industrial automation products

Design World

Renishaw unveils a new product line specifically designed for the industrial automation market. The new RCS product line builds on its existing expertise and technologies for industrial metrology applications and aims to transform the process of commissioning and servicing industrial automation technologies. Developed to solve some fundamental challenges within the global industrial automation industry, the… The post Renishaw launches new line of industrial automation products appeared fir

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KPMG and Context Labs Partner for Carbon Metrics

Gary Mintchell

What’s the old saying, “You can’t control what you can’t measure”? Here is news about a partnership to better measure environmental footprint. KPMG LLP and Context Labs today announced an alliance to help companies better measure, quantify, and reduce their environmental footprints using distributed ledger technology and advanced climate data and analytics, enabled with machine learning and AI.

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Future Focus: Constructing Unshakeable Stability in Your Manufacturing Supply Chain

Speaker: Jay Black, Senior Account Executive

We’ve all heard the buzzwords to describe new supply chain trends: resiliency, sustainability, AI, machine learning. But what do these really mean today? Over the past few years, manufacturing has had to adapt to and overcome a wide variety of supply chain trends and disruptions to stay as stable as possible. Stability has become key in this post-COVID world, and will remain key moving forward.

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ABB’s AI-enabled robotic item picker makes fulfillment faster and more efficient

Design World

ABB Robotics has enhanced its industry-leading logistics automation portfolio with the launch of the Robotic Item Picker – a new AI and vision-based solution that can accurately detect and pick items in unstructured environments in warehouses and fulfillment centers. “The explosion of e-commerce, changing consumer demands, and global labor shortages are driving the need for… The post ABB’s AI-enabled robotic item picker makes fulfillment faster and more efficient appeared first on Design W

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Tips for keeping manufacturing IT systems safe from cybercrime

The Fabricator

Cybersecurity expert Bryce Austin provides guidance to keep metal fabricating and manufacturing companies safe from the growing threat of cybercrime.

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Meta fined a record €1.2bn for GDPR breach

E&T

The record fine was levied by Ireland’s Data Protection Commission (DPC) after a three-year probe into the social media giant. The DPC said that Meta had breached part of the European GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) rules in the way that it had moved data of Facebook users across borders. It ordered Meta Ireland to “suspend any future transfer of personal data to the US within the period of five months” and also levied a record fine on the business “to sanction the infringement that wa

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Purging Compounds Reduce Blow Molding and Extrusion Scrap & Downtime 50%

Plastics Today

Beyond injection molding: New purging formulations from Chem-Trend help blow molding and extrusion processors cut scrap and downtime, speed cleanings, and improve part quality.

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G7 nations create working group to establish common AI standards

E&T

During the G7 summit in Hiroshima, Japan, representatives of the G7 nations stressed the need to establish global rules for generative AI tools "in line with our shared democratic values". All members of the G7 group - the US, Japan, Germany, Britain, France, Italy, Canada and the EU - agreed that tech governance had not kept up with the rapid pace at which the technology has developed, and called on all nations to asses its impact.

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Scientists discover new bacteria strains that can be used for beverage fermentation

AU Manufacturing

Researchers from the University of Adelaide have discovered strains of lactic acid bacteria from Kangaroo Island that could be used in the fermentation of wine, ciders, and sour beers. Six strains of bacteria were isolated from insects and flowers on various properties across Kangaroo Island in late 2019. Through this, the scientists were able to find five unique species – Fructilactobacillus cliffordii, Fructilactobacillus hinvesii, Fructilactobacillus myrtifloralis, Fructilactobacillus

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A Low-Risk, Incremental Approach to Smart Manufacturing for Small & Medium Manufacturers

This guidebook discusses how small/medium manufacturers have implemented Smart Manufacturing initiatives and realized benefits such as increased productivity as well as higher levels of coordination and speed within the enterprise and supply chain.

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Material Insights: Can we reach ambitious bioplastics goals?

Plastics News

Can we reach President Joe Biden’s ambitious bioplastics goal? The Society of Plastics Engineers’ Conor Carlin and Green Bottom Line’s Kelvin Okamoto weigh in from our Bioplastics Live event. Plus, PET pricing news and a tour of the new Plastics News resin prices page.

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Monash researchers discover vinegar could help fight climate change

Manufacturer's Monthly

Chemical engineers at Monash University have developed an industrial process to produce acetic acid that uses the excess carbon dioxide(CO2) in the atmosphere, and has a potential to create negative carbon emissions. Acetic acid is an important chemical used in several industrial processes and is an ingredient in household vinegar, vinyl paints and some glues.

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Built on Cisco Security Cloud: XDR

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

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Skills and training ministers meet to negotiate new skills agreement

Manufacturer's Monthly

Federal, state and territory skills and training ministers met in Darwin to progress negotiations towards a new National Skills Agreement (NSA) to support a modern and responsive skills sector. Building on the success of Fee-Free TAFE which has delivered over 146,000 enrolments in the first quarter of this year, Skills ministers agreed to take action to achieve better outcomes for students and deliver more access and equity to the Vocational Education and Training (VET) system through a number o

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Best Practices to Boost Marketing Efficiency while Decreasing Cost Per Sale

Speaker: Kristin Hess - Senior Product Marketing Manager, Drift; Will Lyon - Head of Vertical Marketing, 6sense

The past three years have forced nearly every industry to rethink their prospect and customer engagement strategy. But while we’ve all been thrust into digital transformation, we haven’t all made the transition efficiently. Now that we know digital selling is the new norm, how can we ensure our website is doing as much of the leg work as possible for us - even in the midst of economic challenges?

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ClearVue Technologies appoints Martin Deil as CEO

AU Manufacturing

Smart building materials company ClearVue Technologies has tapped Martin Deil as its Chief Executive Officer as the company looks to expand its global footprint with a focus on the US and European markets. The ASX-listed company said Deil brings to ClearVue an extensive understanding of the international façade and architectural envelopes markets, having spent the previous 22 years in various senior management roles of increasing importance within the Permasteelisa Group.

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Advanced defence research centre opens in Melbourne

Manufacturer's Monthly

The Centre for Advance Defence Research and Enterprise – OCE (CADRE-OCE), based at the University of Melbourne, will enhance the ADF’s ability to operate safely in hazardous environments. The new national research and innovation centre is dedicated to solving Operating in Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Environments (OCE) problems.

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Vinegar a potential ingredient in climate crisis fight – Monash engineers

AU Manufacturing

Chemical engineers at Monash University have developed an industrial process for producing acetic acid that utilises surplus carbon dioxide (CO2) in the atmosphere and has the potential to produce negative carbon emissions. From an environmental perspective, researchers said the technique offers an opportunity to significantly improve current manufacturing processes that pollute the environment.

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LMI Releases New IIOT Vision Inspection Software Platform For Gocator 3D Smart Sensors

Metrology

Vision engineers can use GoPxL to solve a wide range of industrial inspection tasks leveraging a combination of on-sensor measurement filters and tools. The post LMI Releases New IIOT Vision Inspection Software Platform For Gocator 3D Smart Sensors appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Innovations in Manufacturing: How to Become Your New Tech's Master

Speaker: Gary Mintchell, Founder of The Manufacturing Connection

In a world where new technology keeps popping up out of nowhere, it's easy to think that this new tech can solve any and all your manufacturing challenges. This is a dangerous assumption because thoughtless reliance on technology can become a liability. Yes, tech does makes work easier and faster, but we've learned in recent decades that projects can still fail if the new technology being used doesn't bring manufacturing, business, and go-to-market strategies together.

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Australian private sector sustains growth despite decline in manufacturing

AU Manufacturing

Australia’s private sector has seen a continued expansion in May, posting above the 50.0 no-change mark for a second consecutive month amid sustained expansion in services activity as manufacturing output shrank for a sixth straight month. The latest Judo Bank Flash Australia Composite PMI Output Index is at 51.2, which marks a moderate drop from April’s 53.0, indicating a continued expansion in the private sector, albeit at a slower rate compared to the previous month.

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Scope's Packaging Has a Great Sustainability Story. So, Why Isn't P&G Telling It?

Plastics Today

Tiny 50-mL bottle of concentrate is a 20:1 reduction in bottle volume, yet P&G doesn’t mention anything about sustainability on the product website or in TV commercials.

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ZEISS Strengthens System-Independent Software Distribution

Metrology

ZEISS enters a software sales partnership with Scantech for its 3D inspection software The post ZEISS Strengthens System-Independent Software Distribution appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Victoria backs more skilled workers with new advanced manufacturing hub

AU Manufacturing

Minister for Training and Skills and Higher Education Gayle Tierney has officially opened a new $3.2 million Advanced Manufacturing Centre of Excellence at Melbourne Polytechnic’s Heidelberg campus. The $3.2 million Advanced Manufacturing Centre of Excellence (AMCOE) will train future workers and upskill existing ones to promote innovation and North Melbourne’s increasingly technology-driven, value-added manufacturing industry.

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The New Tech Toolbelt: Digital Twins, IoT, Cobots, & More

Speaker: Cory Skinner, Founder and CEO of FactR

From limited visibility and a lack of real-time data to a lack of agility and responsiveness to changing market conditions, there's no shortage of difficulties that today's supply chain professionals can encounter. What can be done to not only address these challenges, but overcome them? Supply chains need tools that elevate decision-making and boost ROI as well as respond effectively to demand fluctuations, customer preferences, and competition.

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CKS2 – One key, many functions

Manufacturer's Monthly

In modern plants, safety is an essential requirement. This includes the ability to lock and start machines safely, restrict access to certain areas and select the operating mode. Treotham Automation supplies the Euchner CKS2 key system to perform the sometimes complex tasks of this kind. It is a solution with a simple connection to the overall control system of machines and plants.

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Creative social media content helps Redline engage with users beyond LinkedIn

Plastics News

Redline Plastics LLC faced a challenge to establish itself as an employer when it was rebranded from Dowco in 2018. One way it competes for talent is social media.

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Advanced Manufacturing Team, assemble: Prioritizing technology integration in metal fabrication

The Fabricator

Metal fabricating companies need to prioritize the integration of advanced manufacturing technologies and automation into their operations.

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Research to commercialisation with ManuFutures

Manufacturer's Monthly

Deakin University’s research innovations regional manufacturing director Mark Curnow sits down with Mignon D’Souza to discuss how the university’s innovation hub ManuFutures works towards growing advanced manufacturing capability in regional Victoria and Australia. ManuFutures is an advanced manufacturing and innovation hub located in Geelong, Victoria.

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The 4 Keys to Demand Planning in 2023 and Beyond

Speaker: Eva Dawkins - Senior Consultant, Supply Chain

The last three years have been a rollercoaster ride for most supply chains, filled with volatile unpredictability and frequent disruptions. We know technology improvements can improve supply chain operations and add significant value for companies even in turbulent times. However, to pull this off, companies must first establish crucial supporting people processes - in particular, planning processes.

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4 Key Benefits of Using Videos for Product Presentations

Robotics Automation News

Product presentations are an essential component of any successful marketing campaign, requiring significant investments of time and resources to showcase products in the best possible light. Indeed, the success or failure of a product presentation can make or break a customer’s interest in a product, determining whether they ultimately make a purchase.

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What’s New in Solumina i090?

iBASEt

The Solumina i090 release delivers a range of new features and improvements across the MES, SQM, and MRO areas of Solumina. These enhancements are designed to drive efficiency in your production and sustainment processes, improve ease-of-use, support communication with your suppliers, and more. Key enhancements of Solumina i090 include: New Look and Feel – In alignment with iBase-t’s new brand launch, the Solumina user interface has been updated with our new brand colors and logos.

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Why Are Quarterly Taxes Required for Freelancers?

Robotics Automation News

For self-employed individuals and independent contractors, tax season may be challenging. You need to gather paperwork and documentation, and you need to decide when you will return (or hire a professional to help work with you). On occasion, even writing a big check to the IRS is necessary.

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Automate 2023 Is Kicking Off! Showcasing the “World’s First Cobot Spot Welder” and Other Automation Feats

Control.com

Automate 2023 has begun! This year’s trade show features some exciting new technologies, including automation solutions from Universal Robots, Bosch Rexroth, and DENSO Robotics.

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Explore Andromeda Services: What You Need to Know

Robotics Automation News

Andromeda Services is a leading provider of innovative solutions in the technology industry. With a strong emphasis on cutting-edge advancements, Andromeda offers a wide range of services designed to meet the evolving needs of businesses.

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