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EVs drive down carbon emissions and lift vehicle ownership to record high

SMMT

Number of vehicles on UK roads reaches record 41.4 million in 2023, with car ownership up 1.6% to 35,694,845 units. The average car in use saw CO2 emissions decline by -2.1%, notably thanks to incentivised investment by business fleets into EVs. One in 40 of all vehicles on roads now zero emission, including 960,896 cars, 61,161 vans, 2,383 HGVs and 1,922 buses.

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Compact rod motors offer high force linear motion

Design World

Akribis Systems has announce a new addition to its varied motion control product line: RDM-A Series rod motors for space-constrained applications requiring high motor forces and smooth linear motion. RDM-A Series rod motors are compact in size and feature a tubular design to distribute magnetic flux evenly along the circumference of the stator. With this […] The post Compact rod motors offer high force linear motion appeared first on Design World.

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System-on-Module for Next-gen Computer Vision Applications

Gary Mintchell

Computer vision technology and application seemed to have been in a long lull until semiconductor advances of the past few years. Now companies are unleashing new products at an astonishing pace. This is an updated product from Digi International —a company I covered a long time ago who became less interesting to me and now has returned to my view. Digi International introduced the wireless and highly power-efficient Digi ConnectCore MP25 system-on-module (SOM) at Embedded World 2024.

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Beckhoff USA accelerates growth with new office in Austin, Texas

Design World

Beckhoff Automation opened a new office in Austin, Texas, to supercharge the company’s presence in the Southwest. Beyond creating a collaborative workspace, the 3,500-ft2 facility is suitable for hosting industry-specific application seminars, customer meetings, training, and events. Complementing the Beckhoff offices in Houston and Dallas, this third Texas facility creates a central site for the… The post Beckhoff USA accelerates growth with new office in Austin, Texas appeared first on D

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Precision in Motion: Why Process Optimization Is the Future of Manufacturing

Speaker: Jason Chester, Director, Product Management

In today’s manufacturing landscape, staying competitive means moving beyond reactive quality checks and toward real-time, data-driven process control. But what does true manufacturing process optimization look like—and why is it more urgent now than ever? Join Jason Chester in this new, thought-provoking session on how modern manufacturers are rethinking quality operations from the ground up.

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Serve Robotics raises $40M with IPO to expand Uber Eats deliveries

Robotics Business Review

Serve Robotics mobile robots maneuver on the sidewalk to make local deliveries. | Credit: Serve Robotics Serve Robotics Inc. went public on the Nasdaq yesterday under the symbol “SERV,” opening at $4.75 and closing the day at $3.11. It said it expected its initial public offering of 10 million shares of common stock to generate $40 million in gross proceeds, before underwriting discounts and offering expenses. “Serve’s transition to a publicly traded entity marks an impor

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Yaskawa MOTOMAN NEXT robots run on Wind River Linux, NVIDIA Jetson

Robotics Business Review

The MOTOMAN NEXT series, which is powered by NVIDIA Jetson Orin and Wind River Linux. | Source: Yaskawa Electric Wind River Systems Inc. this week announced that Yaskawa Electric Corp. is using Wind River Linux in the development of its new product MOTOMAN NEXT. The company said its software will enable Yaskawa’s industrial robots to autonomously adapt to their environment and make judgments with advanced artificial intelligence.

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Emerson’s new motorized actuator and shutoff valve improve safety and reliability

Design World

Emerson has introduced the new ASCOTM Series 148/149 safety valve and motorized actuator designed for industrial fuel oil burner recirculation and safety shutoff applications. The new solution provides a reliable, versatile tool for industrial users to prevent overpressure, leaks, and system malfunctions that can lead to health and safety incidents, with one configuration suited to… The post Emerson’s new motorized actuator and shutoff valve improve safety and reliability appeared first on

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From the barn to the bar: AI powered robots

Robotics Business Review

The Robot Report Podcast · From the barn to the bar: AI powered robots In this episode, we talk to Matt Casella from Richtech Robotics about the Adam bartending robot, and then to Chris Padwick from John Deere about creating vision models for spraying weeds in the field. Both interviews occurred during the NVIDIA GTC24 event in March, and both companies leverage NVIDIA technology in their robotic solutions.

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What Earth Day 2024 Gets Wrong

Plastics Today

This year’s theme — Planet vs. Plastics — squeezes a complex set of issues into a simplistic slogan that helps no one.

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AI-Enabled Robotics Software for Manufacturing Automation: Speeding Time-to-Value

Robots are a cornerstone of a smart factory, automating a wide range of manufacturing tasks that are monotonous, physically straining, or even hazardous. However, real-world robotics deployments have not lived up to the revolutionary potential the industrial sector had originally envisioned. Robot implementations are typically confined to specific applications, carry high costs, and are time-consuming.

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Intuitive beats the Street in Q1, increases procedure volume forecast

Robotics Business Review

Intuitive placed eight of its next-generation da Vinci 5 systems in the first quarter of 2024. | Source: Intuitive Surgical Intuitive Surgical Inc. yesterday posted first-quarter results that exceeded Wall Street’s consensus forecast while increasing its forecast for full-year procedure growth. The Sunnyvale, Calif.-based surgical robotics leader reported profits of $545 million, or $1.51 per diluted share, for the three months ended March 31, 2024, up 53% from the first quarter of 2023.

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Resin Price Report: Soft Prices About to Get Softer

Plastics Today

A polypropylene price decrease this month should break into double digits, says the PlasticsExchange.

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A Look at the Latest Pneumatic and Robotic Products From SMC

Control.com

SMC has announced several new products for pneumatic control and robot assembly systems, including longer life pneumatic air cylinders, a new air flow controller, and a multi-hand robot adapter.

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More 5- to 7-year-olds are online than ever before, with many unsupervised – Ofcom

E&T

Communications regulator Ofcom is preparing to consult on a set of proposals to ensure children are better protected online.

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Why Smart Factories Are the Only Path to Successful Onshoring

The golden age of offshoring is over, and simply bringing production home isn’t enough. This eBook breaks down why smart factories are the essential path to successful onshoring in a volatile global economy. You'll explore a shift from nostalgia to reinvention: how digital-first systems, real-time feedback loops, and empowered frontline teams make onshore production faster, more adaptive, and more resilient.

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Encina Abandons Plans to Build $1.1 Billion Advanced Recycling Plant

Plastics Today

The Houston-based company canceled the project in Township, PA, after the borough council voted unanimously to “strenuously and unequivocally oppose” its construction.

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Scotland abandons ‘out of reach’ 2030 climate target

E&T

The Scottish government has said it will abandon its 2030 target for reducing emissions after advisers said it was “not achievable”.

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What is a Smart Factory?

Automation World

Schneider Electric’s Heather Cykoski explains what constitutes a smart factory, how the concept is advancing at manufacturing facilities across the globe, its connection to digital transformation initiatives and the biggest challenges manufacturers face when seeking to become a smart factory.

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Capturing, recording equipment inspection data for FMEA

The Fabricator

AI can assist metal manufacturing businesses with data capture for FMEA and reliability programs.

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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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BWX Technologies, Inc. invests $80M in nuclear mfg.

Canadian Manufacturing

CAMBRIDGE – The Ontario government says they are welcoming an $80 million investment by BWX Technologies, Inc. (BWXT) to expand their Cambridge nuclear manufacturing plant. Their investment will create more than 250 new skilled, unionized jobs in Cambridge and try to support Ontario’s expansion of reliable, affordable and clean nuclear energy to power our growing economy.

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Leading forklift manufacturer Combilift launch another new model truck

Manufacturing Management

As leading forklift manufacturer Combilift continues its 25 years in business celebrations, this week saw the launch of another new model truck, this time at Ligna, the international timber and woodworking show, which runs from 15th – 18th May in Hanover.

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‘We’re by no means out of the woods yet’: workers face uncertainty over Alstom train plant

The Guardian Manufacturing

Talk of Elizabeth line order raised hopes over safeguarding future of Derby factory but staff are taking nothing for granted “It’s strange at the moment: everywhere’s so quiet. It’s not good.” Mick Waldram has worked at Alstom’s sprawling train manufacturing plant on Litchurch Lane in Derby for 20 years, like his parents before him, and has watched in recent months as its six production lines have been gradually mothballed.

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Battery waste from small off-grid solar projects in Africa putting lives at risk, scientists warn

E&T

Researchers from the University of Manchester have found that improper waste management practices for off-grid solar technologies in Malawi are releasing life-threatening levels of lead pollution.

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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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Introducing the 7th Annual Partner Innovation Challenge: Featuring an Exciting New Prize Category

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

Cisco’s 7th annual Partner Innovation Challenge has ascended to global prominence, captivating partners from an astounding 96 countries and distributing over $3.3 million USD in collective rewards.

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Tesla forced to recall Cybertrucks over accelerator pedal fault

E&T

Tesla has been forced to recall nearly 4,000 Cybertrucks because of a problem with the accelerator pedal that could cause drivers to crash.

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How We’re Delivering Next-Gen Workforce Collaboration with Cisco Private 5G

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

In a few days, we’ll be at Hannover Messe to show some of the amazing work we’ve been doing on our Cisco Mobility Services Platform with our Private 5G partners, Nokia and Logicalis.

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Continuous Improvement – Implementing CI in Manufacturing

MRPEasy

In today’s competitive manufacturing landscape, continuous improvement (CI) serves as a crucial strategy for enhancing efficiency, quality, and overall business performance. In this article, we explore various continuous improvement models and provide practical insights on how manufacturers can implement and benefit from CI initiatives. What is continuous improvement?

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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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ARISTA Homes and Panasonic Canada collaborate on home solution

Canadian Manufacturing

OAKVILLE — ARISTA Homes and Panasonic Canada, the global manufacturer of home building solutions, announced a collaboration that will see Breathe Well by Panasonic indoor air-quality solutions included in every new single detached and freehold townhome ARISTA is building at its Oakpointe community in Oakville, Ontario. Now under construction, ARISTA’s Oakpointe will offer Panasonic’s indoor air-quality solutions as a standard feature. “We are seeing increasing demand from today

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THE ASSEMBLY SHOW AND QUALITY SHOW SOUTH TO BRING TOGETHER THOUSANDS OF MANUFACTURING PROFESSIONALS TO NASHVILLE, TN

Manufacturing Tomorrow

Technology and Solutions on Display from 200+ Exhibitors May 1- 2, 2024

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Lomi launches a food waste program to improve recycling

Canadian Manufacturing

KELOWNA — Lomi, the manufacturer of the Smart Waste kitchen composter, announces the launch of their Lomi Food Waste Recycling Program, to be piloted in Kelowna, British Columbia. This new program, which begins service in May 2024, offers Kelowna residents convenient organics collection and a seamless solution to turn food waste into a valuable resource, a natural lawn & garden fertilizer called Lomi Earth, that can be used at home or donated to local farms and collection partners whe