Design World

AUGUST 1, 2023

The solar-powered butterfly is a 30-foot-long tiny house in the shape of a butterfly, which charges the electric vehicle it tows. The tour is focused on reaching millions of people, alerting them to the companies and individuals that are integral in transitioning societies away from fossil fuels towards clean energy technologies. Presently on a four-year… The post Giant solar-powered butterfly visits Taunton, MA appeared first on Design World.

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Automation World

AUGUST 1, 2023

As the line between industrial robot and collaborative robot (cobot) technologies blur, knowing the key capabilities of each robot type of critical to making the right selection for your business.

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Design World

AUGUST 1, 2023

Neugart, a manufacturer of high-quality gearboxes and drive systems for automation technology, celebrated the official groundbreaking ceremony for its new Plant 3 at its Kippenheim headquarters on July 26. With an investment of more than 25 million euros and a floor space of over 7,000 m2, the company is thus setting a forward-looking example for… The post Neugart holds groundbreaking ceremony for new Plant 3 in Kippenheim, Germany appeared first on Design World.

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Automation World

AUGUST 1, 2023

Understanding the role vibration sensors play in proactive maintenance applications is critical to avoiding unplanned downtime.

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Generative AI is upending the way product developers & end-users alike are interacting with data. Despite the potential of AI, many are left with questions about the future of product development: How will AI impact my business and contribute to its success? What can product managers and developers expect in the future with the widespread adoption of AI?

Design World

AUGUST 1, 2023

Kollmorgen, a maker of motion control systems, announces ATEX certification and IECEx/cETLus listing for the explosion-proof Goldline EBH 480 Vac servo motor. These new explosion-proof approvals for the high-voltage Goldline EBH servo motor exemplify Kollmorgen’s commitment to advancing the state of the art in motion control and meeting the most demanding application requirements.

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Gary Mintchell

AUGUST 1, 2023

OMAC birthed about the same time that I left manufacturing to become an editor at Control Engineering. Originally Open Modular Architecture Computer it held center stage at the annual ARC Industry Forum for many years. The open computer as a PLC replacement designed to drive down the high costs of controllers never really made it. The organization did drive a number of initiatives benefiting users, especially PackML, a uniform way of describing processes of a machine to an operator.

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Automation World

AUGUST 1, 2023

Aurelio Banda has been named president and chief executive officer of Turck USA.

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The Fabricator

AUGUST 1, 2023

Members of the North American and European press visit the AMADA Global Innovation Center at the company’s headquarters outside Tokyo. It’s not your typical machinery showroom.

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Mold Making Technology

AUGUST 1, 2023

Machining Technology uses hyper MILL CAM software to generate smooth tool paths such as for the mold shown here. Photo Credit, all images: Open Mind Technologies What would compel you to replace software that has been a working solution for more than 20 years? Following a particular process for this length of time provides a sense of security with known expectations each day.

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Modern Machine Shop

AUGUST 1, 2023

Phil Hanna, product manager at Sunnen, describes the PGE-6000 digital gage as a viable alternative to air gaging because it brings flexible ID gaging to the manufacturing floor with no need for air probes or master rings. Photo Credit: Sunnen Manually writing down bore gage measurements and inputting them into a statistical process control (SPC) system is slow and risks transcription errors even when working on parts with standardized requirements — this process grows unacceptably riskier

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Speaker: Kevin Kai Wong, President of Emergent Energy Solutions

In today's industrial landscape, the pursuit of sustainable energy optimization and decarbonization has become paramount. Manufacturing corporations across the U.S. are facing the urgent need to align with decarbonization goals while enhancing efficiency and productivity. Unfortunately, the lack of comprehensive energy data poses a significant challenge for manufacturing managers striving to meet their targets.

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E&T

AUGUST 1, 2023

The plan would see £100m in grant funding for the UK’s space sector with an additional £60m from the European Space Agency’s (ESA) UK-backed Advanced Research in Telecommunications Systems (ARTES) programme. In particular, the funds are being targeted at improving connectivity in remote and rural parts of the UK, which typically face considerably worse speeds than their urban counterparts.

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Plastics News

AUGUST 1, 2023

Duluth, GA — Located in Miami, FL, Quantum Storage Systems/M&M Plastics is one of the larger plastics molders in Florida. Their vast experience in manufacturing injection molded plastic parts enables supply and capacity of over 200 million products annually. Quantum/M&M maintains an extensive customer base that includes major catalog organizations, material handling and distribution groups, consumer stores and outlets, window and door manufacturers, automotive, heating and air condit

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E&T

AUGUST 1, 2023

István Szapudi, an astronomer at the University of Hawaiʻi Institute for Astronomy , has proposed building a solar “umbrella” that would shield the Earth from a fraction of the Sun’s light. This is not the first time that scientists have proposed a “ solar shield ” approach to preventing climate change. However, the majority of proposals to date have been rejected due to the large amount of weight needed to make a shield large enough to balance gravitational forces and prevent solar radiation p

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Manufacturer's Monthly

AUGUST 1, 2023

The Australian Government has finalised contracts for $385 million in project grants under the Modern Manufacturing Initiative Collaboration Stream for nine large projects worth $1.87 billion. The Collaboration stream is the largest grant program under the $1.3 billion Modern Manufacturing Initiative. Grants between $20 million and $200 million and up to one-third of eligible project costs are awarded to large projects that feature or will create an environment that fosters collaboration.

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Start-ups & SMBs launching products quickly must bundle dashboards, reports, & self-service analytics into apps. Customers expect rapid value from your product (time-to-value), data security, and access to advanced capabilities. Traditional Business Intelligence (BI) tools can provide valuable data analysis capabilities, but they have a barrier to entry that can stop small and midsize businesses from capitalizing on them.

E&T

AUGUST 1, 2023

Developed by a team at the University of Washington, the algorithm is designed to analyse data taken from the Vera C. Rubin Observatory (pictured), which is still under construction in Chile. The observatory is set to undertake a 10-year survey of the night sky, during which the algorithm will be used extensively. Its first discovery is a roughly 180m-long asteroid, designated 2022 SF289, which was revealed during a test drive of the algorithm with the ATLAS survey in Hawaii.

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Robotics Automation News

AUGUST 1, 2023

Car accidents can leave individuals feeling confused and shaken. Houston’s traffic is notorious for accidents, which are expected in a city that is so busy. Understanding what you should do after a car accident is crucial since it will significantly impact any potential claims and legal actions. Accidents may be confusing and overwhelming.

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Dinesh Mishra

AUGUST 1, 2023

The company is spurring collective community action across its operations to enhance its efforts towards conserve natural ecosystems New Delhi; 31 st July 2023 : Observing World Nature Conservation Day (July 28), Vedanta Aluminium, the largest aluminium producer in India, commenced extensive afforestation efforts, based on the unique Miyawaki method, for the first time ever in the vicinity of its Jamkhani coal mines in Sundargarh district, Odisha.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

AUGUST 1, 2023

Manufacturing excellence encompasses the continuous pursuit of improvement in all areas of the enterprise. Author: Tim Odokeychuk, president, AME Australia It involves learning to adapt to market needs, innovating the business and operating model, and eliminating unnecessary effort, burden, and unevenness across the value chain. This pursuit is a crucial aspect of any enterprise’s success, requiring the entire team to adopt a comprehensive approach that encompasses both technical and cultural ad

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As engineers push the boundaries of innovation with groundbreaking hardware products, their success depends largely on the speed and efficiency of production. The challenge? Manual processes and disparate systems lead to multiple versions of documents, incomplete records, and duplicated work, creating a chaotic system of records that is difficult to manage.

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Robotics Automation News

AUGUST 1, 2023

In the market for a BBQ grill? If so, you should consider investing in bbq grill grates wire mesh. Wire mesh grill grates are durable and efficient for grilling and offer several advantages over other types of BBQ grill grates.

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Control.com

AUGUST 1, 2023

Driving motors is one of the most fundamental automation tasks, but understanding and selecting the proper motor soft starter for your application may require more investigation than you thought.

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Robotics Automation News

AUGUST 1, 2023

If you’re looking for reliable, high-quality Chinese dirt bike parts for your bike, you’ve come to the right place. In this blog post, we will explore the different types of Chinese dirt bike parts available and provide tips on how to choose the best ones for your specific bike model.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

AUGUST 1, 2023

For over 40 years, Pilot Air has been proactive in developing its reputation for service and quality in the compressed air industry for the industrial sector. Contributor: Pilot Air As an Australian, family-owned company, we set out to manufacture the best in compressed air solutions and back our products with top-tier service and after-sales support.

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While data platforms, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and programming platforms have evolved to leverage big data and streaming data, the front-end user experience has not kept up. Holding onto old BI technology while everything else moves forward is holding back organizations. Traditional Business Intelligence (BI) aren’t built for modern data platforms and don’t work on modern architectures.

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Robotics Automation News

AUGUST 1, 2023

In today’s fast-paced and interconnected world, the need for environmental responsibility has reached critical proportions. Climate change, resource depletion, and pollution have become global challenges that demand urgent action. Amidst these pressing concerns, sustainable manufacturing has emerged as a key driver for promoting environmental responsibility.

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E&T

AUGUST 1, 2023

Skyports Drone Services has been selected to operate the service with Brazilian drone manufacturer Speedbird Aero. The electric multirotor DLV-2 drone, which has a payload capacity of 6kg and a range of up to 16km, was selected as vehicle of choice for the Orkney I-Port project due to its large payload volume, which makes it well suited to carrying cargo such as Royal Mail parcels.

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Robotics Automation News

AUGUST 1, 2023

If you’re an Amazon seller, then you know that mastering the game of optimization is critical. With over 12 million products available on Amazon and massive daily sales of $1.6 million, standing out from your competitors is vital.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

AUGUST 1, 2023

Capral has continued its push to improve the quality of the aluminium it is sending to market, announcing it has received certification from the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) for the manufacturing of aluminium extruded products. Environmental concerns and Chain of Custody considerations are front of mind for the manufacturing sector and Capral has been working overtime to meet the best in industry standards.

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Next-gen manufacturers are redesigning factories to enable agility at every stage of production. From more timely communication between engineers and technicians to technologies that empower real-time collaboration, they’re getting ahead by making iterations and improvements during a build, across the production line at scale. This level of flexibility means they can develop more quickly than their legacy counterparts.

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Robotics Automation News

AUGUST 1, 2023

Learn how to sell your car for parts and maximize your profits with this comprehensive guide. Find valuable tips and platforms to reach potential buyers Are you wondering how to make some extra cash by selling your old car for parts?

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E&T

AUGUST 1, 2023

The government is reacting to warnings that the UK lacks the skilled workers needed to deliver on the country’s target of building 24GW of new nuclear power-generating capacity by 2050. The new Nuclear Skills Taskforce will focus on developing a skills strategy to support the expansion expected in various roles within the nuclear industry. It will be chaired by Sir Simon Bollom, former CEO of Defence Equipment and Support.

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Robotics Automation News

AUGUST 1, 2023

Having a vehicle is not enough if you don’t know where it can work effortlessly. So if you are an avid adventurist who is always on the lookout for exploring new places, you should know if a 2-wheel drive can go off-road or not.

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The Fabricator

AUGUST 1, 2023

Techni Waterjet’s Patented and Award-winning Electric Servo Pump – (ESP) adaptable to ANY waterjet, achieves an exceptional level of efficiency, significant reductions in both energy consumption and water usage. See us at Fabtech in Chicago. Booth A4320. More Information.

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In the rapidly-evolving world of embedded analytics and business intelligence, one important question has emerged at the forefront: How can you leverage artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance your application’s analytics capabilities? Imagine having an AI tool that answers your user’s questions with a deep understanding of the context in their business and applications, nuances of their industry, and unique challenges they face.

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