Automation World
JANUARY 20, 2023
Manufacturing companies are increasingly using mobile robots in CNC operations to move raw materials from storage to machining, transfer cutting tools between a tool room and machines, and deliver semi-finished or finished parts to the next process phase.
Gary Mintchell
JANUARY 20, 2023
Press releases and extensive news coverage provoked some thinking about the Metaverse and its assorted technologies—Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), eXtended Reality (XR), and Mixed Reality (MR). It’s enough to distort in one’s mind just what is reality. Some psychologists and philosophers think there is no reality outside of what’s in your head.
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Design World
JANUARY 20, 2023
During the ATX West 2023 show, KUKA Robotics will showcase several new technologies geared specifically for safely automating manufacturing processes where humans interact with robots on a regular basis. Among those technologies are the new LBR iisy cobot, the new KUKA KMP 600-S diffDrive automated mobile platform, and the company’s LBR iiwa robot incorporated into… The post KUKA to showcase automation for human/machine collaboration at ATX West appeared first on Design World.
Plastics News
JANUARY 20, 2023
Insert the phrase "I, for one, welcome our cobot overlords" at this spot.
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Design World
JANUARY 20, 2023
The Power Transmission Distributors Association (PTDA), the leading association for the industrial power transmission/motion control (PT/MC) distribution channel, welcomes a new distributor member. Nelson Electric Motors (Opelika, Ala.) Founded in 1968 in Alexander City, Ala., Nelson Electric Motor Service provides expert Electro-Mechanical Repair services to the Central Alabama region.
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E&T
JANUARY 20, 2023
The second phase of the Red Diesel Replacement Competition will provide a £32.5m funding package to support innovative projects that are developing greener energy alternatives, the government has announced. The funding is expected to be focused on greener alternatives to red diesel such as electrification and green hydrogen, providing a pathway for industry to cut emissions and energy costs.
The Fabricator
JANUARY 20, 2023
Despite the current trend of increasing steel prices, market observers aren’t certain if the conditions exist for the trend to continue.
Canadian Manufacturing
JANUARY 20, 2023
SRP Canadian Winners (Photo: CNW Group/PepsiCo Foods Canada) MISSISSAUGA —Stacy’s Pita Chips inaugural Canadian Stacy’s Rise Project class is a grant and mentoring program for women entrepreneurs. For the first time, the Stacy’s Rise Project opened its applications to women founders based in Canada, expanding the impact of the program beyond the U.S. with the help of a new Canadian partner, Women’s Enterprise Organizations of Canada (WEOC). “Women-owned businesses i
E&T
JANUARY 20, 2023
The newly discovered colony, announced to mark Penguin Awareness Day, brings the total number of known emperor penguin breeding sites around the coastline of Antarctica to 66 - half of which were discovered by space satellites The colony is located at Verleger Point, West Antarctica, at 74° 42’ S, 136° 11’W , and has around 500 birds. The site was identified thanks to penguin guano stains visible in images from the European Commission’s Copernicus Sentinel-2 satellite mission.
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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.
Plastics News
JANUARY 20, 2023
Lawmakers in Washington state are seriously considering a combination EPR, bottle bill and recycled-content law that would have a big impact on plastics packaging.
E&T
JANUARY 20, 2023
The European Commission is set to propose tougher CO 2 standards next month for heavy goods vehicles to comply with the bloc's climate change goals. It has already set more ambitious targets for cars, including a 2035 deadline for all new cars sold in Europe to have zero CO 2 emissions. Next month's EU proposal should set a 100 per cent zero-emissions target for heavy duty vehicles, the four countries said.
Robotics Automation News
JANUARY 20, 2023
GreyOrange, a provider of automated robotic fulfillment and inventory optimization software, has launched its GreyMatter open API (application programming interface). The API enables any vendor’s robotic solution to seamlessly connect to the GreyMatter fulfillment orchestration platform, giving customers the freedom to choose the technology that fits their warehouse environment.
E&T
JANUARY 20, 2023
When it comes to recognising what artificial intelligence can do for their businesses “most companies are just scratching the surface”, says Thomas H Davenport, co-author of ‘All in on AI’. “They have a few pilots or proofs of concept under way that don’t really have any substantial impact on their businesses,” he continues. “But in our book, we describe the extreme adopters: those who are doing many things with AI, some of which have the potential to transform their strategies, business models
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
Fabricating & Metal Work
JANUARY 20, 2023
The metalworking industry is on the lookout for solutions that will assist in any number of areas of manufacturing. This is particularly true when it comes to ensuring efficient production while balancing skilled labor shortages. In addition, job shops of all sizes expect those solutions to be easy-to-use, intuitive systems. Industry suppliers continue to respond to those needs by developing the next iterations of cobots, robots, automated in-process inspection systems, digital transformation —
E&T
JANUARY 20, 2023
Google’s parent firm Alphabet has said it will cut about 12,000 jobs worldwide, becoming the latest player in the technology industry to significantly reduce its workforce. The news was revealed in an email to Google employees that was later shared in a company blog post. The job cuts represent about 6 per cent of the group's global workforce and will affect "roles across product areas, functions, levels and regions", according to Sundar Pichai, Alphabet's CEO.
Robotics Automation News
JANUARY 20, 2023
Nauticus Robotics, a Houston-based developer of ocean robots, autonomy software, and services to the marine industries, has launched operations in Norway and the United Kingdom, beginning the company’s international expansion strategy for 2023 and beyond. The operating bases are strategically located in Stavanger, Norway and Aberdeen, Scotland to service the North Sea offshore market.
E&T
JANUARY 20, 2023
The scheme will cover England, Wales and Northern Ireland and is set to be introduced in 2025. Scotland already brought in legislation in 2020 for its own deposit returns scheme, which will see consumers paying a 20p deposit for every bottle or can from August this year. The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs said the new legislation follows “extensive work with industry” to prepare them for the necessary changes including setting up infrastructure and amending labelling.
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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
Robotics Automation News
JANUARY 20, 2023
Exotec, a warehouse robotics provider, has expanded its product portfolio with three solutions: a new conveyor system, an improved picking solution, and new proprietary warehouse software.
E&T
JANUARY 20, 2023
Under a Funded Space Act Agreement, Boeing will work with Nasa to build, test and fly a full-scale demonstrator aircraft and validate technologies aimed at lowering emissions. Nasa will invest $425m over the next seven years, while Boeing and its partners will contribute the remainder of the agreement funding, estimated to be around $725m. As part of the agreement, the agency also will contribute technical expertise and facilities.
Robotics Automation News
JANUARY 20, 2023
SICK has launched a new linear encoder product family for high-precision detection of piston positions in hydraulic cylinders and the monitoring of linear movements in machines. The DAX linear encoder product family provides flexibility for countless industrial applications. The product family offers three designs to suit these applications, all with industry-appropriate measuring ranges.
Modern Materials Handling
JANUARY 20, 2023
This acquisition represents continued expansion and investment in industrial automation for Barcoding, Inc.
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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.
Robotics Automation News
JANUARY 20, 2023
Brain Corp, an artificial intelligence company creating technologies in robotics, is partnering with Google Cloud to launch “BrainOS Inventory Insights”, a new and proprietary solution able to deliver next generation in-store inventory analytics to retailers.
Motion Control Tips
JANUARY 20, 2023
Renishaw’s new CENTRUM CSF40 scale is an innovative metal scale disc for its ATOM DX encoder series. Rotary RCDM glass scales are now joined by CENTRUM stainless steel self-centering discs. CENTRUM CSF40 scale discs are quick and easy to install ‘right first time’ due to their innovative mounting features that automatically center the scale when […] The post Renishaw launches metal rotary scale for ATOM DX encoders appeared first on Motion Control Tips.
Robotics Automation News
JANUARY 20, 2023
ABB has established a new regional operations center for North America, bringing technology expertise closer to customers and building on its similar resources globally.
Canadian Manufacturing
JANUARY 20, 2023
SCARBOROUGH — Skilled Trades Ontario (STO), Ontario’s agency responsible for apprenticeship and skilled trades certification, is celebrating its one-year anniversary by updating training and curriculum standards. With one-quarter of all apprentices in Canada training in Ontario, STO is delivering on its mandate of increasing labour mobility and improving training standards for apprentices and skilled trades 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.
Plastics News
JANUARY 20, 2023
The PP plant in Baton Rouge, La., is part of ExxonMobil's Growing the Gulf initiative, a 10-year plan to invest more than $20 billion to expand manufacturing facilities on the U.S. Gulf Coast.
Plastics Today
JANUARY 20, 2023
The Medical Device Fundamentals class comes to Anaheim, Calif., during the WestPack and MD&M West shows.
Plastics News
JANUARY 20, 2023
Materials firms Ampacet Corp. and Avient Corp. have opened 2023 with new product launches.
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