Design World

MARCH 12, 2023

Today’s home appliances are increasingly connected for remote monitoring and control and smarter due, in part, to numerous sensors. The sensors help even lower end appliances implement their basic functions and, more importantly, enable smarter, top end appliances. While sensors provide these capabilities for several home appliances, this two-part series will describe sensing functions for […] The post How do sensors improve home appliances?

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AU Manufacturing

MARCH 12, 2023

Minister for Energy and Resources Lily D’Ambrosio has released the Victorian Offshore Wind Energy Implementation Statement 2, which outlines how Victoria will leverage industry-led investment in offshore wind for the first tranche of projects that will deliver at least 2 gigawatts (GW) by 2032. The Andrews Labor Government said the strategy formally establishes the Port of Hastings as the site of the Victorian Renewable Energy Terminal.

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Control.com

MARCH 12, 2023

Welcome to Control Automation Day 2023—Control.com’s digital-only event for engineers! Here is your guide to navigating the keynote addresses, live educational sessions, and exciting giveaways from your favorite manufacturers!

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Modern Machine Shop

MARCH 12, 2023

Photo Credit: Zebra Skimmers Corp. Zebra Skimmers ’ Dazzle Systems are designed to provide practical coolant concentration management in a variety of manufacturing and production environments. These systems are available in two configurations: the off-the-shelf Dazzle 1 and the Industry 4.0 Dazzle 2. Dazzle 1 is a second-generation coolant process automation system.

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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.

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Plastics Today

MARCH 12, 2023

Difficult to diagnose, shear-related splay defects in injection molded parts may originate in the nozzle tip, barrel, mold, or injection molding profile.

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Fastener News Desk

MARCH 12, 2023

Here’s what’s happening in fastener industry the week of March 13, 2023. Watch now on FastenerTV at YouTube (11:14) Martin Inc. announced the appointment of Kevin Cozine as the new Vice President of Sales for Martin Fastening Solutions. In his new role, Kevin will be responsible for expanding the market share of Martin Fastening Solutions and collaborating with the sales team across all of Martin’s lines of business.

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Control Engineering

MARCH 12, 2023

Artificial intelligence (AI) insights The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has companies are entering a new revolution that changes the way original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) think about and approach manufacturing. While AI’s role is growing, many companies are struggling to find out what, exactly, that role is and how it can help companies.

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Modern Machine Shop

MARCH 12, 2023

The task of program zero assignment varies among CNC manufacturers and machine types, but the basic concept remains the same: By one means or another, the CNC must be told where the program origin is located. Programmed coordinates are usually specified from the program origin. With correctly specified program zero assignment and coordinate position values, the CNC can determine how far to move the cutting tool during each positioning motion.

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Control Engineering

MARCH 12, 2023

Robot insights The International Federation of Robotics highlights several trends on the robotics industry and where the future lies. Energy efficiency, reshoring and improved ease of use are among the biggest. Another interesting trend is using new tech equipment to give a robot a “second life” with manufacturers have repair centers to let the robots continue to provide value to their customers.

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AU Manufacturing

MARCH 12, 2023

Article by David Alatorre, CTO, Rivelin Robotics The use of metal additive manufacturing (AM) has revolutionized the manufacturing industry, allowing for the creation of complex and intricate parts in a faster and more cost-effective manner. However, essential post-processing of these parts introduces time and financial constraints to the overall cost-per-part that can negate the benefits of AM altogether.

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Metrology

MARCH 12, 2023

The use of metal additive manufacturing (AM) has revolutionized the manufacturing industry, allowing for the creation of complex and intricate parts in a faster and more cost-effective manner. However, essential The post 3D Scanning Aids Robotic Removal of AM Part Supports appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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AU Manufacturing

MARCH 12, 2023

Semiconductor manufacturing company BluGlass Limited has secured two more purchase orders for its single-mode and multi-mode violet 405nm and blue 450nm gallium nitride (GaN) lasers in flexible form factors. In an ASX announcement , BluGlass said the customers who bought the lasers are in the advanced quantum, energy, and industrial applications industry and include a leading international energy research institution.

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Metrology

MARCH 12, 2023

Read a summary of metrology and smart manufacturing news from the past 7 days. Fast Full-Field 3D Data Acquisition of Large Measuring Areas With an ultra-bright laser light source and The post ‘METROLOGY BREW’ News Bulletin – March 13th appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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AU Manufacturing

MARCH 12, 2023

Australian robotics technology company FBR Limited has signed an agreement with UK-based shareholder M&G Investment Management to purchase 277 million fully paid ordinary shares in FBR for a total of AUD 9.14 million for the production and commercial deployment of three more next-generation Hadrian X robots intended for accelerated use in the USA.

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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.

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Metrology

MARCH 12, 2023

For over 60 years, Hidrostal has been manufacturing high-quality, low-maintenance pumps, ranging from small, portable pumps for construction sites and flooded basements to ten-ton wastewater and thick matter pumps. Hidrostal has been The post Reverse Engineering Using Hand-Held 3D Scanning appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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AU Manufacturing

MARCH 12, 2023

Engineers at UNSW Sydney have developed a new electron spin-measuring device that could help scientists understand the structure and purpose of materials better. Associate Professor Jarryd Pla and Scientia Professor Andrea Morello, along with a team from UNSW School of Electrical Engineering and Telecommunications, published a paper in the journal Science Advances describing a spin resonance spectrometer that can measure electron spins in materials with high precision.

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Metrology

MARCH 12, 2023

PDF Solutions and Voltaiq have announced their collaboration to help battery manufacturers improve yield, reduce cost, and accelerate new factory ramp-ups. This collaboration combines PDF Solutions’ deep product and domain The post Collaboration To Support Intelligent Battery Production appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Mold Making Technology

MARCH 12, 2023

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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

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Metrology

MARCH 12, 2023

Energy efficiency has become an essential part of sustainability in manufacturing during the past few years. The world faces challenges such as climate change, resource depletion, and rising energy costs. The post Digital Twins Key to Energy Saving in Manufacturing appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Modern Machine Shop

MARCH 12, 2023

Photo Credit: Getty Images LK Metrology Inc. and the Precision Measurement Group of the Cross Company have finalized an agreement that brings the LK Metrology line of CMMs and related metrology products to the Cross Company’s calibration labs and service centers across the Southeast and Central United States. Joe Szymanski, vice president sales and marketing for LK Metrology Inc. in North America, says, “This new partnership is an important milestone for LK Metrology’s continui

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Metrology

MARCH 12, 2023

As the aviation industry continues to evolve, the need for advanced technology to perform aircraft inspections becomes increasingly important. One such technology is non-contact scanning, which is becoming increasingly popular The post Dynamic 9D LADAR Offers Accurate Aircraft Inspection appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Control Engineering

MARCH 12, 2023

Robotics insights The next stage in the evolution of robotics is mobility and autonomous operation. Modular individual transport (MIT) systems and automated guided vehicle (AGV) systems help manufacturers become more flexible and abopens up a new range of opportunities for manufacturing companies. Over the years, robot technology has improved in many ways – with increased payloads, greater speeds, better accuracy and repeatability, more intuitive and user-friendly programming methods and the abi

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AU Manufacturing

MARCH 12, 2023

A research team led by the US Department of Energy’s (DOE) Argonne National Laboratory and the University of Virginia (UVA) has developed various imaging and machine-learning techniques to detect and predict the formation of pores in 3D-printed metals in real time with near-perfect accuracy. Published in the journal Science, the study titled “Machine learning–aided real-time detection of keyhole pore generation in laser powder bed fusion” could potentially transform and advance the additive manu

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Plastics News

MARCH 12, 2023

Our first issue back from our 25th Executive Forum is jam-packed. First off, of course, we'd like to congratulate the 2022 Plastics News Processor of the Year, Teel Plastics. Read Editor Don Loepp's in-depth story about their post-pandemic successes and what helped them clinch the award. Don also profiles our 2022 Sustained Excellence Award winner: Hoffer Plastics, which brought online proprietary closures to help bring sustained growth to the third-generation molder.

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Control.com

MARCH 12, 2023

Whether you're a student learning new concepts or a seasoned engineer catching up on the latest industry solutions, from our textbook to tools, videos to news, we’ve got it all under control.

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Plastics News

MARCH 12, 2023

2022 Processor of the Year Teel Plastics Congratulations to our 2022 Processor of the Year Teel Plastics LLC! Also congratulations to the other finalists Medbio LLC, Radius Packaging and Redline Plastics LLC; and our 2022 Sustained Excellence award winner: Hoffer Plastics Corp. All five companies were recognized at the 2023 Plastics News Executive Forum.

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Mold Making Technology

MARCH 12, 2023

Photo Credit, clockwise from top left: Simoldes Tools, Triangle Tool, Decatur Mold and FET Engineering The Plastics Technology Expo (PTXPO), taking place this year March 28-30, 2023 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Illinois, brings partners across the supply chain together, bringing energy and excitement to the show floor. To provide a little more insight into who our product, equipment or service suppliers are before you arrive at PTXPO, the MMT team put together this sp

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