Automation World
JANUARY 11, 2023
The old maxim that nothing can be improved without measurement has long been a driver for manufacturing execution software use. But how do you decide which metrics to track in your operation? The answer may lie in a balanced use of three approaches.
Design World
JANUARY 11, 2023
Jabil Inc., offers a forecast of five important additive manufacturing trends that will continue to accelerate innovations in the new year. According to a recent report from Grand View Research, the additive manufacturing market is projected to reach $76B by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 20.8% over the forecasted period. Aggressive market expansion is […].
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Gary Mintchell
JANUARY 11, 2023
Engineers solve problems. Isn’t that what engineering school is all about in the end? Some classes push knowledge. Most of the classes are about solving problems. Most of those involve math. In this week’s (January 11, 2023) Akimbo podcast entitled More or Less , Seth Godin discusses the paradox of more or less. If we search more on Ecosia , we cause more trees to be planted that will offset the carbon dioxide we pump into the air when we drive to work.
Design World
JANUARY 11, 2023
IDEC Corporation has introduced a new line of CW low-profile touchless switches suitable for many hygienic industrial and public automation applications, addressing cleanliness concerns for protecting against COVID-19 and other contamination. Touchless switches are durable and reduce the total cost of equipment operation. Previously untouchable savings World events have introduced a new sense of urgency… The post Announces new low-profile touchless switches appeared first on Design World.
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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.
Gary Mintchell
JANUARY 11, 2023
Futurist, X-Prize guy, longevity researcher Peter Diamandis appears in my email inbox regularly. This email about emails caught my attention. I receive about a hundred a day. Many are from PR professionals seeking attention for their client. Evidently they all went to the same school and bought the same template. The subject line seldom tempts me. The opening paragraph attempts to set a context with a trend or recent news item.
Robotics Automation News
JANUARY 11, 2023
Data labeling is the process of identifying and tagging items in data samples. The process can be manual or through designated software. The labels tagged on the different class items must be unique, descriptive, and independent to provide a unique sequence, also called an algorithm. In machine learning, data labeling adds meaningful labels to the […].
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Control.com
JANUARY 11, 2023
Machine learning is a subset of AI that allows a machine to learn using past data. Learn about the two categories of machine learning as well as four major machine learning models often used in industrial applications.
E&T
JANUARY 11, 2023
The companies have made a commitment to work together to establish standards for scaling up the use of VPPs - systems for easing the load on electricity grids when supply is short. The initiative, known as the ‘Virtual Power Plant Partnership’ (VP3), will be hosted by e nergy transition nonprofit the Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI) with a view to helping advance affordable, reliable electric sector decarbonisation and increase the resiliency of the energy grid. .
Plastics News
JANUARY 11, 2023
Hilliard, Ohio-based Advanced Drainage Systems Inc. is seeking approval to build a pipe manufacturing plant that will create at least 65 jobs in Lake Wales, Fla.
Plastics Today
JANUARY 11, 2023
Water continues to make waves in beverage packaging, with many consumers choosing bottled H2O over soft drinks.
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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
E&T
JANUARY 11, 2023
The proposals would introduce performance standards that are higher than regulations currently in place in either the US or EU. Switching to more efficient lighting can save a household around £2,000 to £3,000 over the lifetime of the bulbs, depending on the size of the home. The EU instituted a ban on the sale of halogen bulbs in 2018 and the UK is banning high-energy fluorescent lightbulbs from September 2023.
The Fabricator
JANUARY 11, 2023
Cleveland-based Lincoln Electric has announced that Brett Camacho, a welding instructor at Fresno City College in Fresno, Calif., has won the first-ever LEEPS Instructor of the Year Award.
Modern Materials Handling
JANUARY 11, 2023
The last couple of years have been tumultuous for supply chains, with inventory control tending to suffer. But operations can regain control. over inventory accuracy and planning, and perhaps enhance it, through methods and technologies that include computer vision, WMS upgrades and a newer generation of AI-based planning solutions.
Plastics News
JANUARY 11, 2023
With T.J. Moneta joining the company founded by his grandfather, Manfred Moneta, and run by his father, Tom Moneta, Bridgville Plastics has growth on the agenda.
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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.
iBASEt
JANUARY 11, 2023
While most manufacturers have been dealing with the issue of baby boomer retirement (often called the “great crew change”) for the last decade, COVID and the subsequent labor market turmoil have made the issue of “knowledge transfer” critical. Keeping the organization functioning at optimal performance levels with an ever-changing workforce has become a challenge many manufacturers face.
Additive Manufacturing
JANUARY 11, 2023
Additive manufacturing hardware solution providers were once again busy in 2022. Highlights included more options for printing bigger and smaller, printing electronics and composites, and a couple of open platforms to allow more material development for industry and researchers. While the list is surely not exhaustive, it does include most of the introductions for printers, sensors, post processing, and important 3D scanners along with modules and automation systems.
Manufacturer's Monthly
JANUARY 11, 2023
According to new seasonally adjusted figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), there were 444,000 job vacancies in November 2022, down 5 per cent from August. . Bjorn Jarvis, head of labour statistics at the ABS, said “The number of job vacancies fell by 5 per cent over the three months to November 2022, and were down by 8 per cent from the peak in May.”.
Mold Making Technology
JANUARY 11, 2023
Hasco’s new app features an NFC scan to identify Hasco parts correctly for proper restocking. Photo Credit: Plastics Technology. Hasco says its new, free app provides practical information on the subject of moldmaking. Core functions included in the Toolbox include material selection; hardness value conversion; DIN/ISO tolerances for shafts and holes; tool for the layout and dimensioning of locking cylinders; thread tool for recognizing pitch as well as external, core and flank diameters;
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
Manufacturer's Monthly
JANUARY 11, 2023
The Australian Industry Group (Ai Group) said the climate reforms to the Safeguard Mechanism released by the Federal Government yesterday are pragmatic, but require a lot more work over the next few years both by government and industry. . Minister for climate change and energy Chris Bowen has released reforms to the Safeguard Mechanism, which forces 215 of Australia’s biggest industrial pollutants in oil, gas, mining, and manufacturing industries to reduce the emissions by 30 per cent by 2030.
Robotics Automation News
JANUARY 11, 2023
Automation tools and software have moved on hugely over the last year. Whereas, until recently, they’d been generally viewed warily as elements that could depersonalize a business’s processes and create a disconnect with clients, now, they’re smart, intuitive, AI-enriched solutions that can be used to enhance every aspect of the customer experience and boost revenue. […].
Manufacturer's Monthly
JANUARY 11, 2023
As the agricultural harvest season approaches every year, the maintenance and repair experts at Motion Australia and Seal Innovations work together to ensure that Australian farmers have fitted their agricultural hydraulic and fluid transfer equipment with reliable sealing solutions. Performing routine preventative maintenance on fluid transfer systems, however, requires more than just stopping leaks.
Control Engineering
JANUARY 11, 2023
While it may be too early to say we are living in a true “post-pandemic world,” most manufacturers have turned an important corner. What does that mean for the motion control industry and where do we go from here? These top three trends in the industry are clearly still being driven in direct and indirect ways by ongoing pandemic effects. 1. Supply chain issues: The trend that just won’t quit.
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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
Manufacturer's Monthly
JANUARY 11, 2023
A new agreement will see Element 25 supply battery-grade, high-purity manganese sulphate monohydrate to global automaker Stellantis for use in electric vehicle (EV) battery packs. The five-year agreement calls for shipments to begin in 2026, a total volume of 45 kilotons, and options to extend the supply term and volumes. Headquartered in Australia, Element 25 develops high-purity manganese sulphate monohydrate (HPMSM) products for traditional and new energy markets.
Plastics Today
JANUARY 11, 2023
LG Chem’s Lucon TX5007 grade is being used by Mitsubishi in the front fenders of several of its latest models.
Modern Materials Handling
JANUARY 11, 2023
The intralogistics group plans to invest more than €11 million in hydrogen fuel cell technology and is planning the launch of a 24 V fuel cell system for Spring 2023, with other systems to follow.
Control.com
JANUARY 11, 2023
The new Formlabs Automation Ecosystem automates steps in the 3D printing process, aiming to provide low-cost, hands-free, and time-saving 3D printing of parts for mass production.
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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.
Modern Materials Handling
JANUARY 11, 2023
Advanced Material Handling Systems is authorized to sell Linde Material Handling and Baoli brands within its three locations in Atlanta, Georgia; Suwanee, Georgia; and Augusta, Georgia.
The Guardian Manufacturing
JANUARY 11, 2023
Fast action in global gigafactory race is happening outside UK, as Swedish pacesetter shows In a fantasy world, the would-be rescuer of Britishvolt would be a consortium that included a car manufacturer or two. The ailing startup would instantly get what it needs most after six months of crisis : endorsement for a battery product that is still in development, plus some , future customers.
Modern Materials Handling
JANUARY 11, 2023
Through this certification, Tecsys provides customers with an integration that connects Workday Supply Chain Management (SCM) for Healthcare with Elite Healthcare Warehouse Management System (WMS).
AU Manufacturing
JANUARY 11, 2023
Job vacancies in Tasmania have increased over the month by 12.8 per cent, according to the latest data released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics. . The figure represents a 108 per cent increase compared to pre-COVID levels and marks a stark contrast to the national average, which saw a decrease of 5.2 per cent. . Michael Ferguson, Tasmania’s acting premier and treasurer, said this shows increasing confidence in Tasmanian businesses as they continue to look to employ more workers. .
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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.
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