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Emerson’s Floor to Cloud packaging solutions at PACK EXPO 2023

Design World

Emerson will exhibit its Floor to Cloud packaging solutions at PACK EXPO Las Vegas, September 11-13, 2023. As the future of automation, Floor to Cloud solutions empower smarter packaging lines and more efficient processes that make it possible for manufacturers to continuously improve plant productivity, sustainability, and safety. Visitors to South Lower Hall, Booth 6107,… The post Emerson’s Floor to Cloud packaging solutions at PACK EXPO 2023 appeared first on Design World.

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Schneider Electric Appoints Antonio Di Vaira as Senior Vice President of Power Products & Systems, North America

Gary Mintchell

1. Antonio Di Vaira joins Schneider Electric to lead the company’s Power Products & Systems, North American Hub 2. In his new role, Antonio will accelerate the evolution of the New Energy Landscape and drive market growth I seldom do new jobs, but he will be a leader in the electric power market. The press release only said he has more than 20 years experience and is passionate about sustainable product development.

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EXAIR’s sanitary flange air conveyors

Design World

EXAIR’s Sanitary Flange Line Vac air operated conveyors are the best way to convey materials through systems which require frequent or mandatory cleaning. The ISO 2852 compatible sanitary flanges limit areas where bacteria can grow and help prevent contamination. Made from type 316 stainless steel to provide maximum hygiene and corrosion resistance, these Line Vacs… The post EXAIR’s sanitary flange air conveyors appeared first on Design World.

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Optimizing Single-Run PLC Bits and Tasks for Startup Processes

Control.com

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) are designed as an endlessly-looping program, examining all lines of code as rapidly as possible. Following are a few critical tips for when programmers only need to run a series of single operations at startup.

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Speeding Robotics Automation with AI

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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New SX series Linear Shaft Motors boast greater power in mid-size package

Design World

Nippon Pulse now offers a new series of motors to its extensive line of Linear Shaft Motor servomotors. The SX series features high-energy magnets for greater force in mid-range sizes, to supplement the existing sizes of the standard S-series motors. The SX series motors are available in 6, 8 and 10mm shaft diameters. Each size […] The post New SX series Linear Shaft Motors boast greater power in mid-size package appeared first on Design World.

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Australia invests in powerful new high-tech missiles

Manufacturer's Monthly

The Australian Government is investing more than $1.7 billion in some of the most powerful and technologically advanced weapons systems ever fielded by the Australian Defence Force. Long-range strike missiles and other guided weapons are fundamental to the ADF’s ability to deploy enhanced strike capabilities and hold an adversary at risk at longer ranges.

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DuPont Sells Delrin Resin Business for $1.8 Billion

Plastics Today

DuPont agrees to sell 80.1% ownership interest to private equity firm TJC LP.

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New report to accelerate Australia’s hydrogen powered transport future

Manufacturer's Monthly

A new report released today by CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency, and GHD Advisory calls for Australia to focus on hydrogen-powered transport – alongside electric vehicles – or risk being left behind our international counterparts. While battery electric vehicles will drive decarbonisation of road transport in Australia, there are opportunities for hydrogen-powered vehicles to play a significant role with long-haul travel and freight transport.

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Final turbine installed on UK’s ‘most productive’ onshore wind farm

E&T

Just over three years since breaking ground on the project and six months since turbine installation commenced, SSE Renewables confirmed last week that the installation of the wind farm’s 103rd and final 4.3MW wind turbine had been completed. The final turbine installation was completed well ahead of schedule, as the original installation programme had been due to be completed in autumn 2023.

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Kratos and Hypersonix announce exclusive teaming agreement to bring Dart AE hypersonic system to the U.S market

Manufacturer's Monthly

Hypersonix Launch Systems Ltd. and Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ: KTOS) announced an exclusive teaming agreement to provide the Hypersonix DART AE Hypersonic System within the U.S. market, integrated with Kratos’ Zeus family of solid rocket motors. The DART AE is a three-meter-long, single-use, high temperature alloy, hydrogen-fueled, scramjet technology driven, autonomous, multi-mission, air- breathing hypersonic platform used to develop, demonstrate, test and evaluate h

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The Manufacturing Edge: Five Strategies to Outpace the Competition

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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Revamping Your Home Office: The Top Trends for 2023

MEM

Whether it’s for a freelance job, a side hustle, or a regular work-from-home arrangement, more and more people are carving out spaces in their homes for office work. And as remote work trends continue to grow, it’s never been more essential to create an office space that is comfortable, practical, and inspiring. Here are some of the top home office trends for 2023 that you should consider when revamping your home workspace: Embracing Ergonomics: Goodbye to Work-Related Discomfort A t

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WAGO Debuts New Protocols for Its CC-100 PLC

Control.com

WAGO recently added new features to its compact CC-100, offering users a versatile PLC with a wider range of protocols.

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Coupling quality and efficiency

Manufacturer's Monthly

Regal Rexnord is a leader in the manufacturing of industrial couplings for various industries. Two of their most popular couplings for the paper and board industry are the Falk® Lifelign gear couplings and the Falk ® Steelflex grid couplings. Both couplings have been engineered to provide exceptional performance and reliability in demanding operating environments.

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ISA100 Wireless product capabilities enhanced with two major upgrades

Automation Mag

The ISA100 Wireless Compliance Institute (WCI) announced two major enhancements to the ISA100 Wireless family of standards – Bluetooth Low Energy and OPC-UA and PA-DIM. Bluetooth Low Energy The next generation of ISA100 Wireless field devices will support Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) as a second radio. The established ISA-100 (IEC 62734) protocol will continue to be used for field reporting, as it has been since 2010.

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Are You Over-Complicating Your Linear Motion or Leaving It Out Altogether?

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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Using laser scanning to inspect part cleanliness

The Fabricator

Stand-alone and inline laser scanners perform the crucial job of assessing part cleanliness before certain manufacturing processes.

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Material Insights: Nonmarket correction on the way for polyethylene?

Plastics News

PET bottle resin pricing was up in July, but not as much as you might expect considering the heat wave hitting much of North America. We cover the latest pricing news in Material Insights, plus Frank Esposito offers opinions on near-term pricing for polyethylene, polypropylene, polystyrene, PET, PVC, polycarbonate and other resins.

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Russia's first lunar mission of the century crashes into the Moon

E&T

Russia’s first lunar mission in 47 years has ended in failure, after an unmanned spacecraft crashed into the Moon’s surface. The crash took place after Russia’s space agency, Roscosmos, lost touch with Luna-25 on Saturday around 2.57pm Moscow time. The landing was scheduled to take place today, Monday August 21. “Due to the deviation of the actual pulse parameters from the calculated ones, the automatic station switched to an off-design orbit and ceased to exist as a result of a collision with

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Introducing the METALMASTER ClearAir Mobile Welding Fume Bench

Manufacturer's Monthly

The ClearAir mobile welding fume bench, a cutting-edge compact unit designed to revolutionise the way welding fumes are extracted and filtered and has been brought to Australia by Hare and Forbes Machinery House. Welding, while essential, releases a concoction of harmful airborne particles and gases into the atmosphere. These fumes contain substances like metal oxides, ozone, and volatile organic compounds, posing severe health risks for those exposed.

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How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control

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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Cargo ship fitted with massive sails in bid to cut emissions

E&T

Mitsubishi’s Pyxis Ocean, chartered by Cargill, is the first vessel to be retrofitted with two WindWings – large wing sails measuring up to 37.5m in height that can be fitted to the deck of cargo ships to harness the power of the wind. The sails, which are developed by BAR Technologies, are expected to generate average fuel savings of up to 30 per cent on new build vessels.

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Boomers—OK as potential job candidates in manufacturing industry

The Fabricator

As they continue to struggle to fill open positions, metal fabricating companies might consider looking at the other end of the age spectrum—retirees.

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‘Superfast’ charging battery shows promise for EVs

E&T

The new battery, named Shexing, is expected to be mass-produced from the end of the year and reach market in the first quarter of 2024, according to the Chinese firm. It currently supplies batteries for Tesla, Toyota and VW. The company said the battery will “open a new era of electric vehicle (EV) superfast charging ”. The lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery is reportedly capable of running 400km (248 miles) on a 10-minute charge.

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Cisco Networking Academy fostering founders, one learner at a time

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

As we celebrate World Entrepreneurs’ Day on August 21, it is interesting to reflect on how an established company like Cisco—a Fortune 500 company with more than 80,000 employees —relates to entre… Read more on Cisco Blogs

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Build & Own Scale-Ready Industrial IoT Solution on Flex83 Middleware

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

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Focus on efficiency: The new KraussMaffei Extrusion plant

Plastics News

Covering an area of around 97,000 m², the new plant in Laatzen combines KraussMaffei's extrusion business activities under a single roof. KraussMaffei is thus creating a modern center for recycling and extrusion technology - with a strong focus on circular economy and sustainability.

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Demystifying Duo APIs: Advanced Security with Duo Integrations

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

At Cisco Duo , our primary objective is to prevent unauthorized access with a modern and user-friendly access management solution.

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Plastics by the Numbers 2Q23

Plastics Today

Seven plastics market reports for BOPP films, sugarcane packaging, antimicrobial additives, biodegradable plastics, plastic recycling (shown), sterile medical packaging, and masterbatches are featured in this slideshow.

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Cybersecurity Funding for State, Local, and Tribal Nations and Electric Utilities

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

As our nation works towards a common goal of strengthening its critical infrastructure by deploying advanced cybersecurity, federal grants are one of the sources available to state and local… Read more on Cisco Blogs

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Retrofits Are Falling Short: Here’s Why You Need MES + ERP Together

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.

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Top 10 Under 40 2023: Meet Mike Fisher, solution architecture manager for Americas at Belden

Automation Mag

Manufacturing AUTOMATION’s second annual Top 10 Under 40 highlights the next generation of leaders who have demonstrated exemplary work ethic. They are leading the charge in their workspaces and inspiring their peers with their commitment to innovation. This year, the winners share what they enjoy the most about working in the automation space, what plans they have for their future and suggestions on getting more people into this industry.

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U.S. Manufacturing Technology Orders Continues Downward Trend

Metrology

Orders of manufacturing technology have continued their downward trend since peaking in the second half of 2021 The post U.S. Manufacturing Technology Orders Continues Downward Trend appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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MMT CHATS: Minco Tool & Mold & ASPM Go Big Together

Mold Making Technology

This episode is brought to you by ISCAR with New Ideas for Machining Intelligently. Minco Tool & Mold and All Service Plastic Molding ( ASPM ) are a powerful full turnkey operation for automotive lighting, consumer products, appliances and defense with a combined workforce of 450 employees. Here Project Management Manager Jeff Lucas shares the company’s current technology investments and their impact on the business.

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Rotary/Tilt Head Provides Step-Less Alignment of Sensor To Workpiece

Metrology

The WRT can be used on coordinate measuring machines with a fixed bridge or on the Werth VideoCheck S with up to three independent sensor axes. The post Rotary/Tilt Head Provides Step-Less Alignment of Sensor To Workpiece appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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6 Common Production Scheduling Mistakes Manufacturers Make

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.