Design World
JUNE 26, 2023
By Mark Jones Bubbles. Bubbles are a brilliant idea. I wish I had thought of it. The sheer brilliance of some inventions fills me with envy. Many innovations create awe. The iPhone. I could immediately see how important it was. It was a collection of inventions put together to create a cool product. There… The post Why didn’t I think of bubbles?
Automation World
JUNE 26, 2023
Cobot integration becomes more cost- and time-effective than ever before with zero-programming deployment
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Design World
JUNE 26, 2023
The Neugart Calculation Program (NCP) configuration tool reliably leads to the most cost- and energy-efficient gearbox-motor combination. In the new NCP 4.3 version the performance of the program has been improved further through enhanced multi-core usage of the processor. Above all, effective immediately the proven software will offer many additional features and optimizations – including… The post Configuration tool with many additional functions appeared first on Design World.
Gary Mintchell
JUNE 26, 2023
Communications companies hit me up a few years ago about what they saw as their next breakthrough market—private 5G networks. These seemed to have a natural fit within industrial and manufacturing companies with a large footprint. There have been a few installations. I’m not hearing about a true breakthrough—yet. Yet, tech companies continue to build out their technologies and partnerships.
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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.
SMMT
JUNE 26, 2023
UK Automotive calls for cross-party adoption of five pledges as part of an industrial strategy to drive industrial transformation, mobility for all, upskilling, global trade, and clean, affordable energy. Commitment would deliver green automotive manufacturing growth and consumer choice in a thriving, accessible EV market. £106 billion prize at stake with UK BEV production set for 10-fold volume rise from now until end of the next parliament – contingent on a competitive business environment.
The Fabricator
JUNE 26, 2023
Single-step laser cutting and beveling eliminates the need for subsequent processes such as drilling and edge cleaning.
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Plastics News
JUNE 26, 2023
The well-known recycler is adding a second line to the company's Reidsville, N.C., recycling facility, a move that will boost production by millions of pounds annually.
Automation World
JUNE 26, 2023
ChatGPT may not be a game-changer in terms of application to manufacturing execution systems yet. But it's continued development bears watching.
MRPEasy
JUNE 26, 2023
Traceability is the ability to track and trace the journey of a product or item throughout its entire supply chain, from its origin to the end consumer. Traceability enhances product safety and consumer trust by enabling companies to identify contamination or defect sources, perform targeted interventions and efficient product recalls, and increase transparency by providing […] The post What is Traceability and How to Achieve It?
Automation World
JUNE 26, 2023
ANCA applies RFID to FX CNC grinding machines to create a lights-out machine tool regrinding system to automatically process mixed batches of tools without the need to pre-sort the tools.
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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
MRPEasy
JUNE 26, 2023
“MRPeasy is the most useful piece of software I’ve seen in at least 10 years,” says RetiVue’s project manager Lindsey Daniels about her experience with their manufacturing software. “Compared to the other software providers, MRPeasy was clearly focused on operational excellence rather than advertising and closing sales.” A small medical device company with a grand […] The post Retinal Imaging Device Manufacturer Hits the Bullseye with MRP Software appeared first on Blog for Manufactu
Manufacturer's Monthly
JUNE 26, 2023
The Queensland Government’s $100 million Critical Minerals and Battery Technology Fund will help local industry explore critical minerals, battery technology and advanced material opportunities. Applications are now open for the Queensland government’s newest fund , which is aimed at enhancing the extraction and processing of critical minerals.
Plastics News
JUNE 26, 2023
Plastics News is showing a price decrease for another commodity resin, with North American PET buyers seeing a 2-cent drop in May. In Material Insights, Frank Esposito explains the market forces in play and notes another resin that actually posted an increase last month. Also, a bioplastics supplier went public through a SPAC merger.
Manufacturer's Monthly
JUNE 26, 2023
The recent Electronex – Electronics Design and Assembly Expo and SMCBA Conference that was held from 10-11 May at the MCEC was an outstanding success with a significant increase in attendance and a sold-out Exhibition Hall. It was co-located with Australian Manufacturing Week and many trade visitors took the opportunity to visit both exhibitions over the two days.
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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.
Control.com
JUNE 26, 2023
I could run down to the local box store or internet marketplace and buy a 5-port switch for less than 20 dollars, or invest in an industrial switch for hundreds. Why would I choose the industrial switch?
Manufacturer's Monthly
JUNE 26, 2023
Despite having access to large amounts of data, modern-day manufacturers often struggle to derive meaningful insights, especially regarding machine usage. Author: ECI Software Solutions staff contributors Without the context behind the data, creating visibility into machine performance can be challenging. After spending countless hours with manufacturers, shop owners, and managers, we’ve developed a solution that converts disparate data into actionable information; the solution is Alora.
i4.0 today
JUNE 26, 2023
On 18 June, for the fourth time in a row, the PoliMOVE team from Politecnico di Milano won the latest edition of the Indy Autonomous Challenge (IAC), the autonomous car race which this time was held at home, at Autodromo di Monza in the context of MiMo, Milano Monza Open-Air Motor Show. PoliMOVE competed against five teams of universities from the USA, Canada, South Korea, Germany and Italy, beating out the competition.
Manufacturer's Monthly
JUNE 26, 2023
Results from a recent 2023 survey of Weld Australia members reveal that a renewable energy revolution in Australia is almost impossible without support from the Federal Government. Author: Geoff Crittenden, CEO, Weld Australia Distributed in March 2023 and completed by over 130 companies, Weld Australia’s 2023 Member Survey results demonstrate that Australia’s welding and fabrication industry is facing a whole raft of challenges that will make the delivery of the Federal Government’s plans for a
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
Control.com
JUNE 26, 2023
Even small variations (routing, light, part deformation) in robotic operations can pose huge challenges. I discuss with the CTO of Mocropsi Industries, Dominik Boesl, how AI is advancing robot accuracy.
E&T
JUNE 26, 2023
According to a new analysis carried out by Frontier Economics, the Government is on track to insulate just one sixth of the homes needed to meet its target of reducing energy consumption by 15 per cent. WWF UK and ScottishPower said there is a “substantial gap” emerging between what is on course to be delivered and what is needed to reach the Government’s target.
Plastics Today
JUNE 26, 2023
Reshoring and infrastructure investment, among other factors, may supercharge US manufacturing growth starting as soon as the end of this year.
E&T
JUNE 26, 2023
Australian entrepreneur David Collard purchased parts of defunct Britishvolt out of administration earlier this year, with the promise of reviving its plans to build a large-scale battery factory in Blyth, Northumberland. Collard’s company, Recharge Industries, said the Britishvolt scheme to build the battery gigafactory will create up to 3,000 jobs.
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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
Plastics Today
JUNE 26, 2023
Experts share insights on the forces that drive resin pricing and how to navigate the market to ensure you’re getting the best possible deal.
Plastics News
JUNE 26, 2023
Located at the company's headquarters in York, Pennsylvania, the automation center enhances ENGEL's production capabilities, offering a comprehensive range of automation solutions and services.
Cisco Smart Manufacturing
JUNE 26, 2023
To evade detection, attackers will often live-off-the-land by using pre-installed binaries like powershell.exe and communicating with legitimate cloud services like dl.dropbox[.]com.
Plastics News
JUNE 26, 2023
Companies that have manufactured per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances in June 2023 agreed to pay more than $11 billion to assist with PFAS mitigation efforts, having reached settlement agreements with public water suppliers throughout the U.S.
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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.
Cisco Smart Manufacturing
JUNE 26, 2023
Cisco and Intel validate interoperability between Cisco Nexus 93180YC-FX3 Switch and Intel® Ethernet 800 Series Network Adapters that feature enhanced timing capabilities for faster and lower cost … Read more on Cisco Blogs
Plastics News
JUNE 26, 2023
The foodservice packaging company expects to have all eight manufacturing sites in the United States producing the products by this fall.
Automation Mag
JUNE 26, 2023
Manufacturing AUTOMATION’s inaugural Lifetime Achievement Award program celebrates long-serving members of Canada’s discrete manufacturing and automation sectors by recognizing workers who have been employed in the industry for at least 25 years and who have made significant contributions to advance it. Nominations are currently open. The deadline for submissions is the end of the business day on August 4, 2023.
Canadian Manufacturing
JUNE 26, 2023
WATERLOO — BlackBerry Limited announced that TechInsights, a technology analysis and market research firm, has determined BlackBerry® QNX® software is now embedded in over 235 million vehicles worldwide; a year-over-year increase of 20 million. BlackBerry is an automotive industry provider of safety-certified embedded software, used by companies like BMW, Bosch, Continental, Dongfeng Motor, Geely, Honda, Mercedes-Benz, Toyota, Volkswagen, Volvo, and more.
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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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