Gary Mintchell
AUGUST 25, 2023
Managers drilled productivity concerns into me from the beginning of my official work life. One year while I attended university I was the “curtain hanger” in final finish department of Airstream, the manufacturer of high quality recreation vehicles. The goal was not only how many trailers made it out the back door per day but how many quality trailers made it out the back door every day.
Design World
AUGUST 25, 2023
By Barry Turner, technical business development manager, Red Lion Exploring some of the challenges and opportunities for successful OT and IT integration in modern manufacturing environments. The worlds of information technology (IT) and operational technology (OT) in manufacturing plants have traditionally functioned independently of each other. The goal of OT was to keep the plant… The post Where OT and IT meet appeared first on Design World.
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E&T
AUGUST 25, 2023
According to new analysis from the Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit (ECIU), this could cost the UK a total of £1.3bn in lost exports between 2030 and 2050. In January, the government’s net zero review concluded that no new homes should be built with a gas boiler from 2025. It also proposed a 10-year plan to ensure heat pumps become more widespread throughout the UK.
Design World
AUGUST 25, 2023
Renishaw’s new Central manufacturing connectivity and data platform is poised to transform the productivity, capability, and efficiency of manufacturing operations. The new data-driven manufacturing solution brings the power of connectivity to the machine shop floor, resulting in highly efficient, productive operations with optimized processes, reduced downtime, and minimized waste.
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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
AUGUST 25, 2023
The EU’s historic regulations, which aim to promote a safer experience of the online world, came into effect on Friday 25 August. The DSA is the bloc's first step in creating a “rulebook” for online platforms , with the goal of creating “a safer and more open digital space, grounded in respect for fundamental rights”. The rules will regulate companies’ content moderation policies and advertising practices.
Cisco Smart Manufacturing
AUGUST 25, 2023
At Cisco Live 2023 , Cisco announced Cisco Secure Access ; a cloud-delivered Security Service Edge (SSE) product that provides comprehensive security capabilities converged in one solution, providing … Read more on Cisco Blogs
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Plastics News
AUGUST 25, 2023
Apple has been focusing on disability for a long time, and how the iPhone help disabled people overcome obstacles in their daily lives, now the brand has features that design prosthetics for dogs who’ve lost limbs.
E&T
AUGUST 25, 2023
The new energy price cap set by Ofgem, the British energy regulator, is below £2,000 for the first time in 18 months, but it remains significantly higher than during 2020 and 2021 before the Russian invasion of Ukraine pushed up energy prices. The cap does not set the maximum a household will pay for their energy but establishes a maximum amount providers can charge per unit of gas or electricity.
Plastics Today
AUGUST 25, 2023
PET packaging and recycling associations, PLASTICS, and Michigan State team up and enlist Dennis Quaid to educate consumers on the sustainability of plastic packaging.
Plastics News
AUGUST 25, 2023
MAKS Plastics LLC, a rotational molder and thermoformer in Mishawaka, Ind., just launched in June and already is planning a $5 million equipment expansion.
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.
Canadian Manufacturing
AUGUST 25, 2023
The Kleenex consumer facial tissue business is leaving Canada this month, U.S. manufacturer Kimberly-Clark said in a statement Friday. Todd Fisher, the company’s Canadian vice-president and general manager, characterized the decision as “incredibly difficult” but necessary because of several headwinds Kimberly-Clark is facing. “We have been operating in a highly constrained supply environment, and despite our best efforts we have been faced with some unique complexities o
Plastics News
AUGUST 25, 2023
The goal for the upcoming trade show, the largest in America, is to capture all plastics associated with the gathering for recycling.
Canadian Manufacturing
AUGUST 25, 2023
MONTRÉAL — Hydro-Québec posted net income of $2,687 million for the first six months of 2023, down $55 million from $2,742 million recorded for the same period last year. The risk management strategy implemented by the company has allowed it to benefit from the high forward prices in 2022, bringing about a notable increase in sales outside Québec in 2023.
Automation Mag
AUGUST 25, 2023
ADDiTEC, a specialist in metal additive manufacturing, has acquired Elem Additive Solutions from Xerox Holdings Corporation. The acquisition of Elem Additive Solutions follows ADDiTEC’s efforts to focus on the extension of its technology portfolio to increase industrial adoption of additive manufacturing, says the company in a press statement. The acquisition will allow ADDiTEC to expand its reach into Liquid Metal Printing (LMP) technology, strengthening existing capabilities, opening up new o
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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.
Plastics Today
AUGUST 25, 2023
Virginia Tech tire retreading research applies 3D scanning and printing for better commercial truck tires.
Cisco Smart Manufacturing
AUGUST 25, 2023
In our March 2023 blog, “What is EPSS and Why Does It Matter?
Manufacturing Tomorrow
AUGUST 25, 2023
Ohad Idan, Founder and CEO, will participate in sessions focused on the combined power of Rootstock Manufacturing ERP and Praxis consulting expertise on the Salesforce Platform
Gil Automation
AUGUST 25, 2023
What are SCADA systems and how do they work? SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems are advanced technological solutions used in industrial operations to monitor and control various processes. These systems consist of a network of sensors, controllers, and software that collect and analyze real-time data from industrial equipment and processes.
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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.
Mold Making Technology
AUGUST 25, 2023
Photo Credit: The L.S. Starrett Company The L.S. Starrett Co. has introduced the 765A Electronic Snap Gage with new, upgraded electronics and a black, wrinkled finish. The economical, pocket-sized gage features a digital readout which can be viewed on a large LCD display, and is said to be ideal for machinists, quality control personnel and others who need to quickly measure the size of materials up to 0.5" (12.7 mm) thick.
Canadian Manufacturing
AUGUST 25, 2023
Photo: CNW Group/Prairies Economic Development Canada. REGINA — A PrairiesCan federal investment of $600,000 will help Saskatchewan businesses, and organizations that support the business community, access the resources needed to scale-up and bring innovative products and services to new markets. These investments will help ensure that Saskatchewan businesses have the tools and information to thrive.
Plastics News
AUGUST 25, 2023
BlackRock Inc. voted against a record 91% of all shareholder proposals — and against 93% of those focused on environmental and social issues — during the 2023 proxy year, its latest report shows, according to our sister publication Pensions & Investments. The 9% of ESG proposals that BlackRock supported this year is down sharply from 2022, when BlackRock's investment stewardship team supported 24% of such proposals, and from 2021, when it supported 43%.
Canadian Manufacturing
AUGUST 25, 2023
Photo: XCMG Machinery. XUZHOU — On July 23, CUMT Nanhu, China’s first mining satellite jointly designed and developed by XCMG, the China University of Mining and Technology, and Skysight, was successfully launched at the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center. The X-Band, sun-synchronous satellite is a co-orbit, multi-means remote sensing satellite constellation combining SAR, optical, and thermal infrared with excellent performance and a long service life.
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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.
Plastics News
AUGUST 25, 2023
Global packaging solutions provider Amcor and Mondelēz International, Inc. have announced that they have invested in Licella, an Australian chemical recycling pioneer whose hydrothermal liquefaction technology is claimed to be the most commercially advanced technology of its kind.
Canadian Manufacturing
AUGUST 25, 2023
Allbirds footwear (CNW Group/In-Sport Fashions inc.) MONTREAL — In-Sport Fashions, a Canadian distributor of lifestyle, athletic and outdoor products, has partnered with Allbirds. Starting September 15, In-Sport Fashions will become the distributor for Allbirds products in all Canadian channels of operations; retail locations, allbirds.ca and will start opening wholesale partners.
Plastics News
AUGUST 25, 2023
UAW members at the Detroit 3 agreed to let the union call a strike if contract talks break down with a Sept. 14 deadline looming, as reported by our sister publication Automotive News. About 97 percent of workers who voted cast their ballot in favor of authorizing a strike, the UAW said Friday. The vote is a routine part of contract negotiations and does not necessarily mean a strike will occur.
Canadian Manufacturing
AUGUST 25, 2023
OTTAWA — Canada Post recorded a loss before tax of $254 million in the second quarter of 2023 as revenue fell across all lines of business. The Canada Post segment’s revenue in the second quarter declined by $78 million, or 6.0 per cent, compared to the same period in 2022. The segment’s loss before tax in the second quarter widened by $94 million, from a loss before tax of $160 million in the second quarter of 2022.
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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.
MEM
AUGUST 25, 2023
Classic Candle, the UK-based home fragrance brand, is thrilled to announce that the recently launched home fragrance products – MiniPot Wax Melts – are now available to wholesale customers. These budget-friendly wax melts offer premium home fragrances at exceptional value, providing consumers with a cost-effective way to enjoy their favourite scents.
i4.0 today
AUGUST 25, 2023
Aerogels have experienced steady market growth historically, reaching a market of just under US$450 million in 2022. Progress has been somewhat slower than some would expect; this has largely been due to competition with lower-cost incumbent insulation materials. However, the emergence of aerogels as a fire protection material for electric vehicle (EV) batteries provides a new and rapidly growing opportunity for the aerogel market.
SMMT
AUGUST 25, 2023
The first of September is nearly upon us and with it comes the new 73 number plate. Whilst the date also marks the notional end of what has been a damp summer, the brighter story is the recovery of the new car market, with July completing 12 months of consecutive growth. We expect this trend to continue, with growth of around 20% in the third quarter, of which September plays the major role and sets the trajectory for year-end totals.
i4.0 today
AUGUST 25, 2023
If you were to put a figure on enhanced productivity, what would your ultimate manufacturing output goal be? Five percent, maybe ten? Given the current challenges, some processors may even push for 20 percent! Research by Sumitomo (SHI) Demag reveals that when all the productivity production stars align – including optimising all-electric technology, engaging people, utilising automation and other digital tools, and reducing production downtime – 50 percent or higher is entirely reachable.
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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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