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Acromag’s new BusWorks NT series remote I/O modules are now UL Listed for Class 1 Division 2 Groups A, B, C, and D hazardous locations with volatile substances in the U.S. and Canada. This certification permits the use of the BusWorks NT series remote I/O modules in environments with flammable liquids, gases or vapors. The… The post Acromag’s ethernet expandable I/O modules have earned several hazardous locations approvals appeared first on Design World.
JKF Americas Inc., a subsidiary of JK Fenner (India) Ltd., has introduced its extensive Top Drive line of power transmission products to the North, Central, and South American markets. The launch of the Top Drive brand is especially timely for businesses that have seen delays and shortages in the supply chain, within the context of… The post JKF Americas launches Top Drive brand of belts and accessories appeared first on Design World.
September saw a milestone for the transition to zero emission mobility as the UK registered its millionth plug-in electric car, with almost quarter of a million registered so far this year alone. This is undoubtedly good news and a sign that massive investment by the industry to develop increasingly sophisticated electric vehicles is bearing fruit. Despite this progress, battery electric vehicles still make up but a small fraction of cars on the road, and electric vehicle uptake is slowing compa
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.
ABB is entering into a strategic partnership with U.S.-based startup Scalable Robotics to enhance its portfolio of user-friendly robotic welding systems. Through 3D vision and embedded process understanding, the Scalable Robotics technology allows customers to easily program welding robots without the need for coding. ABB Technology Ventures (ATV), the venture capital unit of ABB, will… The post ABB invests in Scalable Robotics and user-friendly welding systems appeared first on Design Wor
Consumer 5G networks may not be stunning for your iPhone right now, but there is some uptake in the private 5G network world. Some analysts are still bullish on the technology. It may not be for everyone. There are applications where things seem to be going well. Here is a report of one. Betacom announced Teltech Group is deploying Betacom 5G as a Service to automate its 200,000 square-foot warehouse in the Dallas/Fort Worth metropolitan area.
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Consumer 5G networks may not be stunning for your iPhone right now, but there is some uptake in the private 5G network world. Some analysts are still bullish on the technology. It may not be for everyone. There are applications where things seem to be going well. Here is a report of one. Betacom announced Teltech Group is deploying Betacom 5G as a Service to automate its 200,000 square-foot warehouse in the Dallas/Fort Worth metropolitan area.
The IDMsm is the first model in ACS Motion Control’s Intelligent Drive Module (IDM) Series of EtherCAT DS402 drives. It represents the first motor drive that can be controlled by a third-party device. The IDMsm’s advanced servo control algorithms and universal motor drive technology make it a powerful, scalable and versatile motion solution for demanding… The post Optimize EtherCAT-based motion system performance with IDM Series appeared first on Design World.
Compounders Aurora Plastics LLC and Enviroplas Inc. have merged to create a larger company with a broader product offering. Officials with Aurora in Streetsboro, Ohio, and with Enviroplas in Evansville, Ind., said that both firms "share a commitment to being their customers' first choice … and can now offer customers a broader product portfolio backed by industry-leading customer service.".
The term sensorization may have been used before the introduction of the Apple iPhone but it certainly has been used more frequently since that milestone [1]. The term identifies how a single device, such as a smartphone, or an application area, such as healthcare, improves with embedded sensors and it has the forward-looking potential of […].
Job shop manager Nick Martin describes how he’s taking the next step to growing his aftermarket parts side business by exhibiting at a Ford Bronco expo.
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
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Shini Somara: What has it been like being women of colour in STEM? Donna Otchere: There are very few of us in engineering. I was one of two girls in my physics class and perhaps five people in my undergraduate degree who were from BAME backgrounds. I have always been driven by my love of maths and creativity, and engineering has always really interested me, so it was an obvious choice of career for me.
From patient-specific medical models and surgical guides to titanium implants, ready-to-wear prosthetics, and even bioprinted tissues, 3D printing is poised for major impact in the medical arena. There, 3D printing can get personal – truly, deeply, very literally personal. It’s more than personal though, of course; especially in the Western world, medical applications are above all a business decision.
Plastics industry companies tout promotion opportunities and professional perks like tuition reimbursements, robots and 3D printing to lure the next generation of processors, toolmakers and machine builders.
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.
Winning takeover work by besting a competitor can be a satisfying feat. Bringing in takeover work from your own loyal client is a win of another kind. That’s what happened at Wisconsin-based stamping contract manufacturer Kapco, with the purchase of servo press technology.
Written by industry journalist Philip Stoten, Cybord’s latest white paper draws on interviews with EMS and OEM companies to explore the potential for traceability to provide the additional benefit of real productivity improvements. The white paper, which can be downloaded from the Cybord website, offers real examples, insight and advice on the application of traceability as a productivity tool.
For years, U.S. manufacturers have struggled to find and keep good workers. The pandemic brought this to crisis level, and the difficult labor market has led companies to find creative workforce solutions. Beyond offering competitive pay and benefits, firms need to provide a great culture where employees understand how they contribute to the organization’s success.
LAVAL — WattByWatt, launched in January 2021 to produce renewable energy from light using perovskites, a naturally occurring mineral being considered the future of solar cells, is on a mission to produce energy from light efficiently and reliably. The company’s patented technology, called Perovton , is trying to change how everyday household and industrial devices are powered.
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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
The report, from the consultancy Pye Tait on behalf of the Electrotechnical Skills Partnership (TESP), said there was a concern that that “not all installers are sufficiently competent or qualified to undertake the job”. It states that many of those attending upskilling courses on how to safely install electric vehicle charge points ( EVCPs) are not fully qualified electricians, instead switching from other lower-skilled sub-sectors such as smart meter installations.
OTTAWA — On Oct. 7, Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced the temporary lifting of the 20-hour-per-week cap on the number of hours that eligible post-secondary students are allowed to work off-campus while class is in session. From November 15, 2022, until December 31, 2023, international students who are in Canada and who have off-campus work authorization on their study permit will not be restricted by the 20-hour-per-week rule.
Dr Susie Alegre has written a legal opinion piece warning that the UK government's proposed nternet safety laws fail to address the root causes of online harm, while also damaging free speech. . The article was commissioned by the consumer campaign group SumOfUs. . “The Online Safety Bill is a mess and needs a total rewrite. As it stands, it offers the worst of both worlds,” Alegre said.
A new study from Zero Waste Europe says that to meet the climate goals of the Paris Agreement, traditional mechanical recycling should be favored over chemical recycling.
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
UK regulators on Friday began the 33rd round of offshore licences to enable companies to explore for oil and gas, prioritising four areas in the southern part of the North Sea, where gas has already been discovered. The process, which will run until the end of June, is the first since 2019-2020, when the government promised to design a “climate compatibility check” to ensure that the award of new permits was “consistent with the UK’s wider climate objectives”.
As sustainability moves from being a far-off "maybe" to a more immediate "must," companies throughout the plastics industry are responding with new products, processes and developments to advance in this area.
A team at the State University of New York has devised a way of minimising e-waste, by developing disposable electronic components that can be printed on a sheet of paper. . They designed a paper-based amplifier-type circuit that incorporates resistors, capacitors and a transistor, which would be both easy to carry and to recycle. . The team first used wax to print channels onto a sheet of paper in a simple pattern.
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Osprey Transporter Waterproof Duffel. Truly waterproof luggage, this has welded seams, waterproof zips and is IPX7 rated (submersible 1m deep for 30 minutes) so you can literally take it for a swim or tie it to your canoe. Carry like a duffel or wear like a rucksack: the removable top handle doubles as a padded harness. From £220 ospreyeurope.com. Read Caramel’s full hands-on review.
Learning Objectives. Edge computing systems are designed with varying, and often limited, levels of capability and need to be close to the action to be effective. Hybrid AI acts as a companion technology to data-driven machine intelligence methods and can improve edge computing. Artificial Intelligence Insights. Artificial intelligence (AI) is used in many different industries to provide users with greater insight and information about day-to-day operations.
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