Plastics News
APRIL 14, 2023
Thermafoam R-Control LLC is branching out in Jacksonville, Ark., adding expanded polystyrene block manufacturing to its structurally insulated panel business there.
E&T
APRIL 14, 2023
Ford announced that it has been given the go-ahead by the government to switch on its “hands-off, eyes-on” BlueCruise Level 2 hands-free advanced driver assistance system for 2,300 miles (3,700 km) of pre-mapped motorways in England, Scotland and Wales, designated as Blue Zones. It is not yet available in Northern Ireland. The BlueCruise system can be activated to control functions such as steering, acceleration, braking and lane positioning.
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The Fabricator
APRIL 14, 2023
Alvin, Texas-based Woven Metal Products has been around since 1967, and the company’s history still greatly influences how it operates its family-owned manufacturing business today.
E&T
APRIL 14, 2023
The Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) has surpassed the United States' JP Morgan Chase as the largest global investor in fossil fuel projects for the first time since 2019. The Canadian bank invested $42.1bn (£33.7bn) in fossil fuel projects in 2022, according to the 'Banking on Climate Chaos' report commissioned by the Rainforest Action Network (RAN). The investment included $7.4bn (£5.9bn) for fracking projects and $4.8bn (£3.8bn) for the excavation of tar sands deposits, the report said.
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Plastics Today
APRIL 14, 2023
The company’s first manufacturing plant in the United States will be the size of 260 football fields and carbon neutral, thanks to an on-site solar plant matching the facility’s total energy consumption.
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Plastics Today
APRIL 14, 2023
NatureWorks’ bio-based nonwoven reportedly improves softness by 40% compared with generic PLA; increased tensile strength benefits processing by convertors.
Plastics News
APRIL 14, 2023
Lego officially kicks off construction of its $1 billion U.S. plant; Eyebobs targets reading glasses for the "idiosyncratic"; Warby Parker, Roshambo take on recycling for glasses.
E&T
APRIL 14, 2023
The IIT team has created a totally edible and rechargeable battery, which could be used in health diagnostics, food quality monitoring and edible soft robotics. Edible electronics is an emergin field that could have a great impact on the diagnosis and treatment of gastrointestinal tract diseases, as well as on food quality monitoring. One of the field's largest challenges is the development of edible power sources.
Gary Mintchell
APRIL 14, 2023
I like to use outlines to organize longer papers or presentations. They also can be good task lists. I’ve yet to use one that fits my needs. Dave Winer has written a couple—he’s the RSS developer and developer of the first blogging tool I used back in 2003 called Radio Userland, as well as the early developer of outlining tools. His just don’t fit my workflow.
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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.
NIST Manufacturing
APRIL 14, 2023
Researchers at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and their colleagues have developed a novel tabletop device that takes three-dimensional X-ray (CT) images of integrated circuits.
Fabricating & Metal Work
APRIL 14, 2023
Collaborative robots are bridging the labor shortage with the capability to perform myriad tasks. To help job shops and contract manufacturers access the technology, OEMs are working to develop models that are more cost competitive and easier to program. Productive Robotics designed its budget-friendly Made in the USA cobots to eliminate the need for programming and complex integration.
Canadian Manufacturing
APRIL 14, 2023
Photo: Call2Recycle Battery Blitz, Cobourg. Toronto — With Earth Month underway, Call2Recycle and Earth Rangers are continuing the launch of the first Ontario Battery Blitz recycling contest at C.R. Gummow Public School in Cobourg, Ont. Alongside David Piccini, Ontario Minister of the Environment, Conservation and Parks, students learned about battery recycling.
Fabricating & Metal Work
APRIL 14, 2023
Materialise Process Control enables manufacturers to introduce quality control using data gathered during the 3D printing process. Materialise, a global leader in 3D printing software and service solutions, announced its Process Control software for metal 3D printing and introduced the Build Processor Software Development Kit (BP SDK). The new solutions enable additive manufacturing (AM) users to take full control of the 3D printing process by using automated quality control and customizing thei
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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
Cisco Smart Manufacturing
APRIL 14, 2023
Cisco Modeling Labs (CML) 2.5 arrives with annotations, a new feature for all CML license levels. When learning and designing, annotations let you get the most out of your labs.
Fabricating & Metal Work
APRIL 14, 2023
New VTS SF-45 COMPACT – same performance with reduced size Marposs , a leader in measurement, test and inspection technologies, has expanded its VTS (visual tool setter) family with the new VTS SF-45 Compact, suited for non-contact, optical measurement of small, complex-shaped tools in constrained working spaces such as micro-machining, semi-conductor or mold making applications.
The Fabricator
APRIL 14, 2023
Collaborative robotics are commonly seen as inherently safe in the manufacturing industry. In truth, how safe cobots really are depends on the application, a fact any risk assessment should take into account in a metal fabrication shop.
Fabricating & Metal Work
APRIL 14, 2023
New EconoRed Series VI conveyor ovens , available in 30, 54 and 78 in. (76, 137 and 198 cm) widths, are equipped with six infrared heaters in a single chamber for rapid curing, drying or preheating of parts, laminates and coatings. Model ER-VI-30 offers a 30 in. (76 cm) wide conveyor belt and 15,600 watts of power―model ER-VI-54, a 54 in. (137 cm) belt and 31,200 watts.
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Canadian Manufacturing
APRIL 14, 2023
REGINA — Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, highlighted the new one-time Grocery Rebate proposed in Budget 2023—A Made-in-Canada Plan: Strong Middle Class, Affordable Economy, Healthy Future. This targeted inflation relief has been designed to help support the Canadians hardest hit by rising food prices. The Grocery Rebate would mean a one-time payment of up to an extra $467 for eligible couples with two children; up to an extra $234 for single Canadians without children; and an extra $225 for seni
Fabricating & Metal Work
APRIL 14, 2023
GROB Systems, Inc. , a global leader in the development of manufacturing systems and machine tools, has introduced its new, compact GRC-R12 Robot Cell which offers a flexible, customizable and affordable automation solution for the GROB G150 5-Axis Universal Machining Center, the smallest horizontal machining center to-date for the company in its modular G-series Universal line.
Canadian Manufacturing
APRIL 14, 2023
BRAMPTON — Loblaw Companies Limited, plans to invest over $2 billion dollars into the Canadian economy in 2023. The Company’s capital investments this year are expected to create thousands of jobs and see it grow and improve its store network, opening 38 new and/or relocated stores and converting or renovating nearly 600 others. “For decades, Loblaw has made significant investments in the Canadian economy – creating jobs and opportunities in our company and others,” said Galen
Fabricating & Metal Work
APRIL 14, 2023
Thread verification is the latest enhancement to New Scale Robotics ’ Q-Span Automated Gauging System , a do-it-yourself (DIY) robotic automation system for quality teams in high-mix, small-batch manufacturing. The Q-Span Gauging System automates gauging processes by combining existing manual gauges with a collaborative robot, grippers for part handling, easy-to-use metrology and robot control software, and automated data collection.
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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.
Plastics News
APRIL 14, 2023
Three commodity resins saw higher prices in North America in March, in spite of mixed signals from the region's economy.
Fabricating & Metal Work
APRIL 14, 2023
Fig. 1 – The road to artificial intelligence and machine learning for welding processes requires high-resolution data acquisition, high-speed data handling, and AI/ML algorithms to analyze and use the data. The collateral branch of data security is a logical additional step required when placing process monitors on a network. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) algorithms are widely used in our modern, digital society to monitor our habits, serve “appropriate” advertising, sug
Plastics News
APRIL 14, 2023
The new project also will extend a rail spur and upgrade post-industrial resin reprocessing.
Fabricating & Metal Work
APRIL 14, 2023
Tregaskiss has introduced a new online configurator for its TOUGH GUN® TT4 reamer robotic nozzle cleaning stations. The new mobile-friendly configurator allows users to quickly and easily customize their analog or ethernet reamer for t heir exact application. Users simply follow a series of steps to configure a reamer model, first selecting the V-block and cutter blade to match the outside diameter (OD) and bore of their robotic MIG gun nozzle.
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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
APRIL 14, 2023
The iconic food container maker were on the decline long before its warning to Wall Street as sales fell dramatically during the past decade.
The Guardian Manufacturing
APRIL 14, 2023
US planemaker says latest snag with troubled bestselling model is not ‘safety of flight issue’ Boeing has revealed that deliveries of its bestselling 737 Max plane will be delayed, in the latest blow to the US manufacturer in its long recovery from a crisis started by the troubled model. The company said a “significant” number of 737 Max deliveries would be delayed because a supplier, Spirit AeroSystems, had made a component using a “non-standard” manufacturing process.
E&T
APRIL 14, 2023
The European Union has taken the first significant step towards regulating generative AI tools, as it announces the creation of a bespoke ChatGPT task force. "The EDPB members discussed the recent enforcement action undertaken by the Italian data protection authority against OpenAI about the Chat GPT service," the statement said. "The EDPB decided to launch a dedicated task force to foster cooperation and to exchange information on possible enforcement actions conducted by data protection author
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