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Automotive electric-actuator market trends

Design World

Automotive electric actuators adjust engine settings; manage safety features; and impart precise control fuel efficiency. Many such actuators are compact and light, fitting well in modern cars and requiring less maintenance. Some can be programmed to execute different tasks. The market for these automotive actuators is likely to grow at a moderate pace and reach… The post Automotive electric-actuator market trends appeared first on Design World.

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Electric Power Where You Need It

Gary Mintchell

I own an Ioniq 6 electric vehicle since about a year ago. There was a soccer association meeting I wanted to attend in Lima, Ohio, and I thought I’d combine it with a stop in my old home of Sidney, Ohio. Sidney has no chargers. There is one location in all of Shelby County, Ohio located about 20 miles from Sidney at the Airstream Inc. Customer Center in Jackson Center (my home town).

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AGV wireless evolution

Design World

When Mercedes-Benz wanted to expand its AGV installation, they called HMS. HMS provided the wireless expertise, products, and hands-on support to ensure the AGVs moved efficiently and safely around the factory. Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz, a globally recognized automotive manufacturer, is renowned for its innovative technology, craftsmanship, and luxury design.

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How Campaign Manager Tech Benefits Batch Manufacturing

Automation World

In batch manufacturing operations, a campaign manager is a database module that acts as a translator between ERP and scheduling software and the batch engine to prevent errors and over-production.

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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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Tormach’s 1500MX CNC Mill is the fastest, most accurate, and most powerful machine

Design World

Tormach, a U.S.-based manufacturer of CNC machines and industrial robotics, introduces its latest innovation: the Tormach 1500MX CNC Mill. Representing the apex of Tormach’s engineering prowess, the 1500MX marks a significant leap forward in power, precision, and affordability within their CNC machining portfolio. Tormach’s new 1500MX is a 3-axis, servo-driven mill on linear rails with… The post Tormach’s 1500MX CNC Mill is the fastest, most accurate, and most powerful machine appear

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A Tale of Two Softwares

Gary Mintchell

“It was the best of times; it was the worst…” No, that’s the Tale of Two Cities. This tale involves two of America’s largest automation companies—Emerson and Rockwell Automation. Several years ago both added “and software” to their marketing tag lines. I never thought I’d hear Emerson CTO Peter Zornio talk so glowingly about software. Now, that seems to be the company’s main message.

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What the CIO’s Evolution Means for Manufacturing

Automation World

Chief information officers are stepping beyond the traditional confines of corporate IT to take on a more active role in the integration and management of production systems.

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SJT Industries SIM timing pulleys from AutomationDirect

Design World

AutomationDirect has added SIM timing pulleys to their Power Transmission product category. 5M pitch (5mm) pulleys in bore sizes of 5/8, ¾, 7/8, or 1-1/8-in. with 20 to 120 teeth are now available, as are additional MXL pitch (0.08in) pulleys in bore sizes of 1/8, 3/16, and ¼-in. with 14 to 72 teeth, XL pitch… The post SJT Industries SIM timing pulleys from AutomationDirect appeared first on Design World.

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March 2024 robotics investments total $642M

Robotics Business Review

Chinese and U.S. companies led March 2024 robotics investments. Credit: Eacon Mining, Dan Kara Thirty-seven robotics firms received funding in March 2024, pulling in a total monthly investment of $642 million. March’s investment figure was significantly less than February’s mark of approximately $2 billion, but it was in keeping with other monthly investments in 2023 and early 2024 (see Figure 1, below).

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Southco’s new nylon constant torque hinge provides position control in a compact package

Design World

Southco has expanded its successful line of E6 Constant Torque Hinges with a compact, nylon version designed for small applications. The newest addition to the series measures 45 mm with a torque range of 4-16 in./lb and is 65% lighter than its standard E6 50 Hinge. Southco’s line of Constant Torque Position Control Hinges provides… The post Southco’s new nylon constant torque hinge provides position control in a compact package appeared first on Design World.

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

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Offshore wind industry unveils plan to triple manufacturing over the next decade

E&T

A coalition of industry bodies have unveiled a plan to triple the ability to manufacture offshore wind turbines in the UK in a bid to meet the government’s rapidly approaching energy decarbonisation deadline.

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Wireless air treatment solution from Emerson and CoreTigo

Design World

The solution enhances Emerson’s AVENTICS high-end air flow and pressure regulation units, by supplementing and retrofitting these into wireless units with CoreTigo’s IO-Link Wireless products. Named the “Energy Saver”, the solution provides a holistic approach that creates the most cost-efficient and simple way to enhance production lines with an advanced air treatment application.

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Bota Systems to showcase its latest sensors at Robotics Summit

Robotics Business Review

Bota offers vision systems intended to allow robots to work and move safety. | Source: Bota Systems Bota Systems will exhibit its recently unveiled sensors featuring a through-hole flange design and enhanced cable management at the Robotics Summit & Expo. The company can be found in Booth 315 on the event’s show floor. “During the Robotics Summit, we will showcase our complete range of sensors at our booth, and we invite you to experience these sensors in action,” Marco Mar

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Tutorial: Arduino and AutomationDirect Merged in the ProOpen PLC

Control.com

Having separately covered Arduino’s microcontroller platforms and AutomationDirect Productivity PLCs, it’s time to take the wheel of the ProOpen, a PLC that combines modularity with C++ programming.

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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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Hydraulic humanoid retires and electric successor is revealed

Drives & Controls

Boston Dynamics, the developer of the pioneering Atlas humanoid robot which has starred in many YouTube videos, has retired the original hydraulically-powered version and replaced it with a new electrically-powered successor.

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ERP Empowers Mold Builder to Increase Speed, Efficiency, Accuracy

Mold Making Technology

A 46-year-old moldmaker and custom injection molder, Delta Mold Inc., operates two facilities that run 24/7 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The company is ISO 9001:2015 certified, has three offshore partnerships to handle overflow work and is the largest moldmaker in the southeast U.S. Source | Delta Mold Inc. With 82 team members and two Charlotte, North Carolina, facilities totaling 70,000 square feet/6,503 square meters that run 24/7, Delta Mold Inc. is a 46-year-old moldmaker and custom inject

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Earth Day: How we’re helping our social and environmental systems heal and thrive

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

Earth Day was founded in the United States on April 22, 1970, to mark the emergence of the modern environmental movement, and it inspired more than 20 million Americans to take action.

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Octopus suckers inspire robotic mechanism with potential for industrial applications

E&T

Scientists at the University of Bristol are developing a new robotic suction cup inspired by octopus suckers that can grasp rough, curved and heavy stone.

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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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For Cisco Insider Wouter Hindriks, curiosity and passion for problem solving are keys to success.

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

Cisco’s advocacy community, Cisco Insider Advocates , brings our customers together and provides a way for them to make powerful connections, expand their professional and personal networks, and learn … Read more on Cisco Blogs

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How to set a press brake backgauge manually

The Fabricator

Steve Benson details traditional methods for setting a manual backgauge on a press brake, then discusses how to improve material springback estimates.

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How Plastic Straws Are Helping to Restore Coral Reefs

Plastics Today

Phade biodegradable drinking straws are being used to build “Coral Forts” that protect newly planted coral from predators.

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Cisco Hypershield: Security reimagined — hyper-distributed security for the AI-scale data center

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

Today we introduced the most consequential security product in Cisco’s history: Cisco Hypershield.

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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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Manufacturers’ Monthly AMW coverage: Atlas Copco

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Prime Creative Media Check out Manufacturers’ Monthly coverage at Australian Manufacturing Week below: The post Manufacturers’ Monthly AMW coverage: Atlas Copco appeared first on Manufacturers' Monthly.

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Climate change will cost the world $38tn a year by 2050, study finds

E&T

The negative impact of climate change on agricultural yields, labour productivity and infrastructure will cost the world an estimated $38tn annually by 2050, scientists at the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK) have said.

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V7 Launches V7 Go – A Work Automation Platform for the Multimodal AI Era

i4.0 today

V7 Go uses generative AI to understand how to automate tasks reliably and at scale. Its first areas of focus are back office tasks like data entry and administrative where it reaches human performance within the first hours of use. In a survey of V7 customers, over 90% named Generative AI among their priorities for this year, yet only 23% are using it.

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Boston Dynamics’ humanoid robot Atlas enters a new electric era

E&T

Following the recent ‘retirement’ of the hydraulic-powered Atlas, Boston Dynamics unveils an all-new electric version of its humanoid robot.

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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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New UK Additive Manufacturing Centre of Excellence and Spin Out Launched by the University of Wolverhampton with Support from EOS and AMCM

i4.0 today

The University of Wolverhampton (UK) and 3D printing global leaders EOS , and AMCM , have today announced they will join forces to launch a new UK Centre of Excellence for Additive Manufacturing (AM). The partnership will provide access to cutting-edge technology from EOS and AMCM, and specialise in the development of advanced materials and processes for demanding applications within industries such as space, automotive, aerospace, electronics, and quantum computing.

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Registration Is Open for PACK EXPO International 2024

Manufacturing Tomorrow

The largest international packaging and processing show this year is breaking records with new solutions, inspiring thought leadership, and a personalized experience for attendees

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Maintenance Products, In-Booth Demonstrations Highlight Mold Cleaning

Mold Making Technology

EcoPro Carts. Source | iD Additives ID Additives , a company fulfilling additive needs in the plastics industry, is exhibiting all of its main product lines including chemical foaming agents, purging compounds, plastic mold cleaners, and water cleaning and maintenance systems. Highlighted are the live demonstrations taking place at the iD Additive booth featuring the company’s Eco-Pro 360 plastic mold cleaning system.

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Absolute Machine Tools Partners With CNC Pros

Modern Machine Shop

(Left to right) Cornel Loghin, president, CNC Pros; Klaus Miller, vice president of sales, Absolute Machine Tools; Ray Beauregard Jr., CEO, CNC Pros. Source: Absolute Machine Tools Inc. Absolute Machine Tools has announced a new partnership with CNC Pros in Arizona and New Mexico. CNC Pros offers a broad range of CNC machine tools that are complimented by its sales team, automation department, service and applications engineers and comprehensive preventive maintenance programs.

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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.