Design World

MAY 21, 2024

Fully electric, slim design, and absence of air-tubing and cabling. The new piCOBOT Electric heads towards another success for Piab’s piCOBOT program. “This is the most versatile and energy-efficient electric pump unit on the market for cobot applications”, said Madeleine Sheikh, Global Product Manager at Piab Group. It is a fact that the piCOBOT program… The post piCOBOT Electric breaks the barriers of cobot arm movement appeared first on Design World.

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Gary Mintchell

MAY 21, 2024

Some people feel that Generative AI on its own will be detrimental to human civilization—or indeed even existence. I think, as always, it is the human use of it just as every other technology for the past several thousand years that matters. For instance, look at the latest episode of the old “tech bro” culture from Silicon Valley—Sam Altman and OpenAI.

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Design World

MAY 21, 2024

Mitsubishi Electric Automation hosted its first-ever Robot Roadshow in late April 2024 to bring newly launched robots and robotic solutions to the Midwest. The two-day event was held at the Mitsubishi Electric Automotive America office in Mason, Ohio, and brought in over 75 OEMs, System Integrators, Distributors, End-Users, engineers, education partners, and Mitsubishi Electric Automation… The post Mitsubishi demonstrates new robots and robotic solutions at robot roadshow event appeared fi

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Robotics Automation News

MAY 21, 2024

The video game industry has been a hotbed of innovation since its inception, continuously evolving with advancements in technology. One of the most transformative technologies in recent years is virtual reality (VR).

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Discover how CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) transformed and revitalized Broderick's manufacturing plant in 5 productive ways. Before the CMMS, the plant faced challenges such as reactive maintenance due to staff shortages, inefficient inventory management, and poor team communication. With the CMMS, the plant experienced increased equipment uptime, streamlined maintenance processes, enhanced inventory management, improved communication, and better decision-making through real-

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Design World

MAY 21, 2024

Hilscher, a maker of innovative industrial communication products and services, is pleased to introduce two new Edge IO-Link masters to help customers modernize their machines and plants through instant IO-Link machine monitoring. The devices can connect directly to Ethernet-based IT infrastructures without interfacing with existing communication networks and control systems.

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Robotics Business Review

MAY 21, 2024

Stratom creates unmanned ground systems that move material in both controlled settings and expeditionary environments. | Source: Stratom Stratom Inc. today announced that it is developing a “unique, small-form-factor material handling system.” It said its latest robot will be able to lift, load, unload, and transport palletized 463L tactical cargo across various operating environments and terrains.

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Canadian Manufacturing

MAY 21, 2024

VANCOUVER — HydroGraph Clean Power Inc., a commercial manufacturer of pristine graphene, announced that it has entered into a memo of understanding (MOU) signed May 13, 2024, with Gulf Cryo LLC, a provider of industrial, medical and specialty end-to-end gas solutions in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region, to collaborate in the production, distribution and selling of HydroGraph’s pristine graphene to the Middle East region.

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Design World

MAY 21, 2024

For spraying processes where space is at a premium, EXAIR offers the new 1/8 NPT FloodStream Liquid Atomizing Spray Nozzle. Producing a deflected flat fan pattern, the FloodStream provides a consistent and proficient spray for precise coverage in close quarters. Manufactured from 303 stainless steel, common applications include washing/wetting, dust suppression, lubrication, part cooling, and… The post EXAIR’s new FloodStream Liquid Nozzle for spray applications in tight quarters appeared

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E&T

MAY 21, 2024

A new report calls on upgrades in wastewater infrastructure to protect those who enjoy recreational activities in our rivers, lakes and seas from coming into contact with human faecal matter.

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Design World

MAY 21, 2024

In 2023 the FRABA Group, a maker of industrial motion control sensors, enjoyed a 16% increase in overall business activity. Sales for the year increased to €46 million. Also, the group opened a new office and R&D center in Cluj, Romania. “FRABA is an international company with a strong commitment to technology and innovation,” said… The post FRABA Group marks 2023 with increased sales and a new technology center appeared first on Design World.

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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?

E&T

MAY 21, 2024

Signals captured by underwater microphones, or hydrophones, may play a crucial role in locating aeroplanes that crash into the ocean such as MH370, Cardiff University research shows.

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Design World

MAY 21, 2024

Hawk Measurement Systems (HAWK), a provider of level, positioning, asset monitoring, and fiber optic sensing systems, announces the launch of its new fiber optic sensing website, HawkFiber.com. With an unwavering commitment to staying at the forefront of technological advancements, Hawk Measurement has designed HawkFiber.com to elevate the user experience and provide an educational platform for… The post HAWK launches new fiber optic sensing website appeared first on Design World.

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Control.com

MAY 21, 2024

High-level IT/OT integration in a manufacturing environment involves skills in networking communication and field equipment. This example involves automating remote connections between computers.

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Design World

MAY 21, 2024

Siemens Digital Industries Software recently released Zel X software — a next generation browser-based engineering app for streamlining manufacturing and shop-floor operations. Zel X consolidates software for manufacturing, operations, collaboration, design and simulation into a comprehensive, yet lightweight browser-based solution that delivers value instantly.

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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. 📊 Join us for a practical webinar hosted by Kevin Kai Wong of Emergent Ene

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Manufacturer's Monthly

MAY 21, 2024

Image: Combilift Combilift has responded to universal customer needs and reduced the risk of forklift overloading with its patented Safe-Lift device. Forklifts have long held potential for safety implications and the manufacturer prioritises constant improvement to mitigate the risks of lifting. Understanding that some operators are more aware of the risks than others, the Safe-Lift ensures there is minimal chance of unsafe operation with audible and visual alerts.

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Robotics Business Review

MAY 21, 2024

Hirebotics says that thanks to the Miller Auto DeltaWeld, its Cobot Welder System is future-proof, easy to use, and ready to boost fabrication productivity immediately upon installation. | Source: Hirebotics As robots increasingly make their way into the world, automation providers are focusing on making the end-user experience faster and easier than ever.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

MAY 21, 2024

Image: THANANIT / stock.adobe.com Eleven Western Australian organisations are attending the AusMedtech 2024 conference to showcase a range of medical devices and service opportunities. Science and Medical Research Minister Stephen Dawson is leading the delegation of WA organisations to the conference. There he will addressing the premier industry event about the dynamic health and medical research ecosystem in WA and the business opportunities available. “AusMedtech is a fantastic opportun

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MRPEasy

MAY 21, 2024

While stockouts may suggest that a product is popular, they are typically costly mistakes in inventory management that are far better avoided than managed after the fact. In this article, we look at what stockouts are, how they are caused, and what businesses can do to prevent them. What is a stockout? A stockout is […] The post What are Stockouts and How to Prevent Them?

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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.

Manufacturer's Monthly

MAY 21, 2024

Image: Quest Events Following last year’s standout event, the Women in Manufacturing Summit 2024 is coming to Melbourne this August with exciting new speakers, all new content, engaging new formats, and more opportunities to meet, learn from and build relationships with your peers in the industry. The event offers a dynamic platform for women in manufacturing to elevate their leadership, enhance their knowledge of critical developments across the sector, and build relationships with peers

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Robotics Business Review

MAY 21, 2024

Motion control has become critical to mobile robot design, says Applied Motion Products. Credit: Gorodenkoff, Adobe Stock Automated guided vehicles and autonomous mobile robots, or AGVs and AMRs, respectively, are the result of numerous design decisions and tradeoffs. In this free webinar, Applied Motion Products will discuss key factors for mobile robot design, such as performance, safety, and power availability.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

MAY 21, 2024

Image: experiencesnw/stock.adobe.com Quinbrook, a specialist global investment manager focused on energy transition infrastructure has commenced the development phase of the Green Iron Project in Gladstone, Queensland. Quinbrook has partnered with Central Queensland Metals (CQM) which holds the exploration permits for what is the largest known magnetite deposit in Queensland.

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Cisco Smart Manufacturing

MAY 21, 2024

See how Success Programs Manager Sadaf S. discovered all-around growth while empowering young women in STEM through Cisco's MentorMe program.

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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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Manufacturer's Monthly

MAY 21, 2024

Group photo of those attending todays event / Image: Ocius The sale of two Bluebottle USVs to the USA for $2.4 million and the signing of a Teaming Agreement with well-respected US Defence Prime contractor ThayerMahan, Ocius announced. The agreement will see the two collaborate on the development of its Outpost System on Ocius’ Bluebottle USVs. Royal Australian Navy personnel have also officially accepted delivery of their sixth RAN Bluebottle, designated BB706.

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E&T

MAY 21, 2024

Self-driving vehicles could hit the UK as early as 2026 after a new law permitting the technology on UK roads was given Royal Assent.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

MAY 21, 2024

Image: Tindo Solar Tindo Solar has supported the Solar Sunshot policy as the company plans for the country’s first solar panel manufacturing ‘Gigafactory’. The Solar Sunshot allocates $1 billion to support solar PV manufacturing over 10 years and Tindo plans to apply for funding for a project which could create up to 300 jobs. Tindo Chief Executive Officer Richard Petterson said Solar Sunshot was a tightly focused funding allocation that relied on production credits, where a manufacturer had to

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Manufacturing.net

MAY 21, 2024

The restaurant chain is accused of defective design and manufacturing, as well as inadequate warnings.

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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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Manufacturer's Monthly

MAY 21, 2024

Image: Amara/stock.adobe.com DroneShield or the Company is pleased to announce it has received a repeat order of A$5.7 million from a U.S. Government customer for a number of its CUxS (Counter-UxS) systems. C-UxS refers to counterdrone systems targeting multi-domain aerial, ground and maritime surface drones. The delivery, involving multiple DroneShield product lines, is expected to be completed in several stages throughout the remainder of the year.

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Plastics Today

MAY 21, 2024

A polymer blend developed by academic researchers coupled with stereolithography has the potential to accelerate the design and manufacture of intraocular lens implants.

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Automation Mag

MAY 21, 2024

Universal Robots and AMR manufacturer MiR opened their new 215,000 sq. ft. joint headquarters in Odense, Denmark. Partners from UR and MiR’s global ecosystems attended the event, including NVIDIA and Siemens , with whom Teradyne Robotics and its companies have recently announced several collaborations. “The launch of this new headquarters marks a significant milestone for Teradyne Robotics as we bring together two leading companies in robotics innovation,” says Ujjwal Kumar, group presiden

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Plastics Today

MAY 21, 2024

When fans asked for a bottled version of the kids’ juice drink, Kraft Heinz responded with a 96-ounce bottle with the iconic pouch featured on the label.

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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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