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Bosch Rexroth named winner of Hermes Award 2023

Design World

Bosch Rexroth was presented with the prestigious industrial prize, the Hermes Award, at the opening ceremony of Hannover Fair by Bettina Stark-Watzinger, Federal Minister of Education and Research, in the presence of German Chancellor Olaf Scholz. This year the jury, chaired by Prof. Dr.-Ing. Reimund Neugebauer, President of the Fraunhofer Society, awarded the prize for… The post Bosch Rexroth named winner of Hermes Award 2023 appeared first on Design World.

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Can robotics improve the environment?

Robotics Automation News

Although conversations about the impact of robots on society more often than not focus on the negative aspects of automation – such as the number of jobs that might be threatened by the rise of AI and robotics – there is also a very real possibility that new technologies like robots can be used to […]

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Hannover Fair update: Microsoft, Toyota work together on warehouse management system

Design World

At the recent Hannover Fair industrial trade show in Hannover, Germany, more than 130,000 attendees from across the globe came together to experience the latest technology and products over the five day event. Visitors to the huge Microsoft booth were able to explore four key areas for the future of manufacturing: empowering a connected workforce,… The post Hannover Fair update: Microsoft, Toyota work together on warehouse management system appeared first on Design World.

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Petoskey Plastics starts high-speed manufacturing of disposable medical gowns

Plastics News

A Michigan-based plastics film processor sees the production of medical gowns as both a business opportunity and a civic duty.

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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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OKW’s SOLID-BOX plastic enclosures for industrial electronics

Design World

OKW has launched robust new SOLID-BOX plastic enclosures for desktop and wall-mount electronics in challenging industrial and outdoor locations. With IK 08 impact protection, these IP 66/IP 67 sealed enclosures are suitable for a wide range of applications including plant and machine construction, HVAC, IoT/IIoT, smart factory/Industry 4.0, gateways, data loggers, ICT, electrical installations, measurement… The post OKW’s SOLID-BOX plastic enclosures for industrial electronics appeared fir

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DataOps

Gary Mintchell

IT-oriented companies strive to help customers manage and use data in a better way. I first heard of DataOps as part of a company’s offer was Hitachi Vantara and then a start-up HighByte. Since there have been several other companies who have hit my PR inbox announcing DataOps solutions. Just a quick note from an experience earlier this morning.

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Hear from experts at Manufacturing in an EV World Conference

The Fabricator

The 2023 Manufacturing in an EV World Conference features experts and panel discussions on how electric vehicle production is shaping the future of metal forming.

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Loblaw Companies reports a $418M Q1 profit

Canadian Manufacturing

Loblaw Companies Ltd. raised its dividend 10 per cent as it reported a profit available to common shareholders of $418 million for its first quarter. The parent company of Loblaws and Shoppers Drug Mart says it will now pay a quarterly dividend of 44.6 cents per share, up from 40.5 cents per share. The increase for shareholders came as Loblaw reported its profit amounted to $1.29 per diluted share for the quarter ended March 25, down from $437 million or $1.30 per diluted share in the same quart

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Omega TMM Celebrates 75 Years in Business

Modern Machine Shop

Photo Credit: Omega TMM Omega TMM , a manufacturer of precision tool measuring presetter systems, is celebrating 75 years of business in the manufacturing industry. The company says it is committed to researching new technologies, setting new standards in precision tool measuring presetter systems and providing its customers with the highest level of support and service.

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MPs call on government to accelerate Welsh nuclear plant project

E&T

The Welsh Affairs Committee has warned that “major obstacles remain” before Wylfa could be home to a gigawatt-scale nuclear power station. The site was already home to a nuclear power station that operated for over 40 years until decommissioning began in 2015. A second plant has been proposed as part of plans to help the government’s ambition for the UK to meet up to a quarter of its electricity needs with nuclear energy by 2050.

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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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How To: Simple Programming with AutomationDirect Productivity PLCs

Control.com

AutomationDirect’s Productivity line of PLCs is known for cost-effectiveness and ease of use. Learn how to build and download a simple program using discrete input and output ladder commands.

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Faro Reports First Quarter 2023 Financial Result & Announces CEO Retirement

Metrology

Faro total sales of $85.0 million, up 11% compared to the prior year period The post Faro Reports First Quarter 2023 Financial Result & Announces CEO Retirement appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Denali partners with Universal Robots

The Fabricator

Denali has announced a partnership with Universal Robots, a manufacturer of collaborative robots.

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Teijin Supplies Eye-Catching Exterior Components of New Lotus Emira

Plastics Today

The panels are compression molded using Teijin Automotive Technologies' TCA Ultra Lite material, which is up to 43% lighter than traditional composites.

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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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How open process automation will shape the future of pump control

Control Engineering

Learning Objectives Learn how Industry 4.0 can allow for the intelligent optimization of multi-pump systems by more effectively coordinating many devices. Learn how open platforms can enable interoperability, collaboration and flexibility. Learn how running your pump control applications on a Linux platform can enhance interoperability. Pump control insights Pump systems vary greatly, as do the devices that control them.

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Continuous 3D deep-tissue monitoring possible with ultrasound patch

E&T

The elastography monitoring system can provide ongoing, non-invasive mapping of deep tissues which can be used to measure progression of diseases such as cancer, which normally causes cells to stiffen, as well as monitoring muscles, tendons and ligaments to diagnose and treat sports injuries. “We invented a wearable device that can frequently evaluate the stiffness of human tissue,” said Hongjie Hu, a postdoctoral researcher and study co-author.

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Find Cost Savings with Asset Intelligence

Automation World

Siemens Senseye Predictive Maintenance technology combines artificial intelligence and human input to automate the analysis of any asset type.

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RAPID + TCT 2023 Booth Interview: Fabrisonic SonicLayer 1600

Additive Manufacturing

Fabrisonic launched their new machine at RAPID + TCT, the SonicLayer 1600 , a hybrid additive plus subtractive printer for dissimilar metals. Founder and CEO, Mark Norfolk explains how ultrasonic additive manufacturing (UAM) is able to join metals together without melting them. UAM is a relatively unknown technique is able to open up new opportunities in applications, such as embedding sensors or microprocessors.

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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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Emerson Grows Portfolio Through Strategic Acquisition

Automation World

Emerson will grow its portfolio through its acquisition of National Instruments.

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RAPID + TCT 2023 Booth Interview: Markforged PX100 Binder Jetting 3D Printer

Additive Manufacturing

Markforged introduces a new, industrial 3D metal printer, the PX100 , which was created in cooperation with the Digital Metal company acquired last year. Ross Adams of Markforged discusses this new breakthrough machine and how it manufactures complex, production-grade parts, unlocking high-volume metal production at the point of need. Topics include: Applications: Game changing metal binder jetting technology enabling mass production of everything from industrial parts to medical.

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8-Port IO-Link Master Designed for Compact and Powerful Edge Processing

Control.com

Banner Engineering has taken steps to improve the usability of IO-Link devices with the release of the compact DXMR110 8-Port IO-Link Master for simplified connection between devices to the control cabinet.

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Government launches small business energy incentive

Manufacturer's Monthly

Minister for climate change and energy Chris Bowen said the Small Business Energy Incentive will help up to 3.8 million small‑ and medium‑sized businesses save energy and save on their energy bills. Small business operators will be front and centre in next month’s Budget with a new tax incentive to help propel their energy transformation. The bonus tax deduction will provide businesses with an annual turnover of less than $50 million an additional 20 per cent deduction on spending that supports

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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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The Route to Flexible Workholding

Fabricating & Metal Work

Lenzkes’ chain clamp. Lenzkes’ MQ150 and MQ160 quick release tools. Lenzkes Clamping Tools is known for its high-quality workholding solutions for all types of machines. Products are applicable for machine tables/platen with t-slot and/or tapped holes and feature high clamping forces ensuring quicker and safer changes. The Lenzkes Self Center Clamp provides 0.0016 in. centering accuracy.

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iBase-t Presents a Complete Digital Thread Vision at PTC LiveWorx 2023

iBASEt

Closing the loop between digital and physical worlds to optimize manufacturing engineering and manufacturing performance operations WHAT: iBase-t is an Elite Sponsor at the upcoming PTC LiveWorx 2023 Digital Transformation event. At the event, the company will feature its industry-leading manufacturing operations portfolio delivering the control, visibility, and velocity needed to simplify complex manufacturing, quality, and sustainment operations.

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Data Annotation as the Key to Successful AI Implementation

Robotics Automation News

Today, AI is transforming every industry, from healthcare to finance, from transportation to retail. While a successful AI strategy has the potential to revolutionize the way we live and work, it always depends on the quality of the data used to train the models. And this is where we need data annotation.

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Fusion Pharmaceuticals to open radiopharmaceutical manufacturing facility to produce targeted alpha therapies for cancer

Canadian Manufacturing

Photo: Fusion Pharmaceuticals. HAMILTON — Fusion Pharmaceuticals Inc., a clinical-stage oncology company focused on developing radiopharmaceuticals as precision medicines, announced the opening of its radiopharmaceutical manufacturing facility. The 27,000 square foot good manufacturing practice (GMP) compliant facility, which is located adjacent to the company’s research and development labs, has clinical and commercial manufacturing scale capabilities designed to support the company’

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Retrofits Are Falling Short: Here’s Why You Need MES + ERP Together

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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Your gateway to explore vertical farming industry in the Gulf – GVF 2023 will go live this September in Dubai

Robotics Automation News

As days pass and the Middle East’s largest and only exclusive event – the Global Vertical Farming Show 2023 by TAB group in Dubai happening on 13th and 14th September, gets near – it is being exceptionally acclaimed and talked about amongst the industry professionals.

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Hear from experts at Stamping in an EV World Conference

The Fabricator

The 2023 Stamping in an EV World Conference features experts and panel discussions on how electric vehicle production is shaping the future of stamping.

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US risks travel disruptions as FAA refuses to extend 5G aircraft refit deadline

E&T

The deadline for airlines to complete 5G aircraft upgrades will not be extended beyond Juy 1st, 2023, the US Transportation Department has confirmed. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg first announced the decision in a call on Tuesday with representatives of the country's largest airlines, Reuters has reported. Buttigieg reportedly said that airlines had made progress, but urged them to work aggressively to continue retrofitting planes.

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First Plastic Neutral Product Certification for Food Brand

Plastics Today

GoodPop offsets BOPP film-wrapped frozen treats in two-year partnership with 4ocean that supports global waterway plastic cleanup.

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6 Common Production Scheduling Mistakes Manufacturers Make

Effective shop floor production planning and execution can be challenging. Despite technological advancements and methodologies, many manufacturing production managers still encounter issues that result in late orders, cash flow difficulties, and dissatisfied customers. These challenges can disrupt operations, reduce efficiency, and impact overall profitability.