Design World
JANUARY 9, 2023
The recently-elected 2023 Board of Directors and Manufacturer Council of the Power Transmission Distributors Association (PTDA) begin their leadership terms. Mike McLain, vice president, Allied Bearing & Supply Co. (Harahan, La.) assumes the leadership of the association as PTDA President. McLain has been active in PTDA since 2014, serving as a member of numerous task […].
E&T
JANUARY 9, 2023
The introduction of zero-emission aircraft will enable us to rethink our approach to regional connectivity and the way we currently fly, according to a recent report from the New Aviation Propulsion Knowledge and Innovation Network (NAPKIN), a consortium of nine UK organisations set up to establish a blueprint for zero-carbon aviation by modelling the introduction of low or zero-emissions aircraft into regional and short-haul aviation.
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Design World
JANUARY 9, 2023
Binder USA has developed a complete portfolio of connectors, contacts, tools and accessories for crimp termination. binder’s crimp variants simplify wiring for quick cable assembly on site. The 423 series M16 connector offers reliable connectivity for signals, data, and electrical power with low contact resistance and gas tightness. These connectors have the tensile strength and […].
AU Manufacturing
JANUARY 9, 2023
Challenges that plagued the manufacturing industry in 2022 are not showing any signs of slowing down, leaving business leaders with the monumental task of dealing with these issues—or at least their remnants— all while pushing innovation, meeting customer demand, and driving operational growth. . Surely, there will be new trials and tribulations but the beginning of 2023 also welcomes endless opportunities, posing the perfect time for companies to reassess their business operations and set in st
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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.
Design World
JANUARY 9, 2023
CoreTechnologie (CT) is now cooperating with Meteor Inkjet Ltd. of the UK, the leading supplier of electronics, software, tools and services for industrial 3D inkjet printing. The cooperation partners will ensure integration of their software environments and jointly realize innovative tools specifically designed for binder and material jet applications.
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AU Manufacturing
JANUARY 9, 2023
Media Release by First Graphene Limited. First Graphene Limited is pleased to announce it has entered into a joint development agreement (JDA) with fellow ASX-listed company Suvo Strategic Minerals Limited to research and develop low-emission cement and concrete products. The agreement aims to investigate the potential for further improvements in CO2 emission reductions by combining the already successful outcomes achieved from the addition of graphene to cement and concrete with Suvo’s metakaol
E&T
JANUARY 9, 2023
With five production farms in southwestern Ohio, a new farm in Florence, Kentucky, a future farm in Covington, Georgia, and R&D facilities in Arkansas and the Netherlands, 80 Acres Farms specialises in growing what it describes as the next generation of food: food grown in eco-friendly indoor farms closer to consumers’ tables. Anchored by Siemens Financial Services’ initial investment, the two entities have partnered to apply innovative technology within the agriculture industry, fostering s
AU Manufacturing
JANUARY 9, 2023
The New South Wales government has unveiled its $7 million Quantum Computing Commercialisation Fund (QCCF), which would help startups and deep-tech companies get their innovations off the ground. . The new fund will cater to both startups and existing deep-tech companies to accelerate the commercialisation of their quantum computing capabilities, in turn, reinforcing NSW’s position as a global quantum centre of excellence. .
Plastics Today
JANUARY 9, 2023
The new formulations can be used for both cable insulation and jacket coating, reducing the need for cable manufacturers to use multiple materials.
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E&T
JANUARY 9, 2023
The firm - which manufactures its vehicles in Goodwood, UK - said it saw sales increase in almost all regions, with particularly strong year-on-year growth in the Middle East, Asia-Pacific, the US and European markets. It said the Americas saw significant growth and remains the largest single region for Rolls‑Royce that but there was also expanded interest in “bespoke commissions”.
Plastics Today
JANUARY 9, 2023
Compostable packaging is not THE answer. But it is AN answer.
E&T
JANUARY 9, 2023
The UK's first rocket launch from British soil is expected to take place on Monday, a few hours before midnight GMT, with additional back-up dates continuing into mid and late January. If it succeeds, it will be a major milestone for UK space, marking the birth of a home-grown launch industry. The launch will see Virgin Orbit’s jumbo, known as Cosmic Girl , carrying LauncherOne, to an altitude of approximately 35,000ft (10km) and then dropping it.
i4.0 today
JANUARY 9, 2023
Built On Vision , is a cloud-based construction project management and controls software company based in California, serving clients worldwide. Their team delivers the only software integrating cost, revenue, scheduling and real-time comprehensive data analysis tools into a simple, easy to buy, and easy to use, application. The construction industry and construction projects are consistently and constantly faced with bleeding budgets and missed deadlines; Built On Vision has developed software
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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 Today
JANUARY 9, 2023
January PE price increase nominations range between $0.06 and 0.08 per pound.
E&T
JANUARY 9, 2023
The University of Cambridge team said the system can convert two waste streams into two chemical products simultaneously. The reactor converts the carbon dioxide (CO2) and plastics into different products that are useful in a range of industries. In tests, CO2 was converted into syngas, a key building block for sustainable liquid fuels, and plastic bottles were converted into glycolic acid, which is widely used in the cosmetics industry.
Plastics Today
JANUARY 9, 2023
Considering the expected expansion of plastics markets in the coming decades, a career as a plastics engineer is more attractive than ever.
E&T
JANUARY 9, 2023
The study has described the current regulation of pharmaceutical companies as being unable to prevent the release of chemicals into the environment throughout the manufacturing supply chain. The University of Eastern Finland researchers analysed how good manufacturing practices (GMPs) and environmental risk assessment (ERA) address critical stages of the manufacturing supply chain with regard to environmental emissions.
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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
Plastics Today
JANUARY 9, 2023
QatarEnergy inks deal to build petrochemicals complex that will double ethylene production capacity and increase polymer output to more than 4 million tonnes per year.
The Fabricator
JANUARY 9, 2023
To keep up with more efficient laser blanking, more metal fabrication shops are asking for robots to perform material handling at flat-part finishing machines.
Plastics Today
JANUARY 9, 2023
US companies may be barred from entering into or enforcing noncompete clauses, with narrow exceptions, as soon as next year.
AU Manufacturing
JANUARY 9, 2023
Cann Group , a leading manufacturer and supplier of innovative cannabis medicines, appointed Peter Koetsier as its new chief executive officer, effective 16 January 2023. . Koetsier will assume the position from Peter Crock , who will step down after an over six-year stint as the company’s CEO. . Koetsier brings to Cann more than 30 years of general management, marketing, and commercial leadership roles within global pharmaceutical companies .
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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
Manufacturer's Monthly
JANUARY 9, 2023
Sydney-based counterdrone technology company DroneShield has received a new purchase order for several different types of DroneShield counterdrone/C-UAS equipment for a Government agency customer. . The order follows another $11 million purchase order received from a different government in December 2022. DroneShield provides Artificial Intelligence based platforms for protection against advanced threats such as drones and autonomous systems.
Robotics Automation News
JANUARY 9, 2023
ZF has unveiled its next generation shuttle for autonomous driving in urban environments and mixed traffic at the 2023 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas/ Nevada, USA. The next generation complements the established model, which is primarily designed for use in segregated lanes. For the new shuttle generation ZF announces a strategic partnership with […].
Control.com
JANUARY 9, 2023
Designing a system with motor motion always includes a consideration of safety. Incorporating safety contactors might be the correct prevention to protect equipment and users but may add additional challenges.
E&T
JANUARY 9, 2023
Ukraine will need to invest a minimum of $1.79bn (£148bn) to restore its telecommunications sector to pre-war levels, the Geneva-based International Telecommunication Union (ITU) has determined. The agency was commissioned in April to conduct a damage assessment of the destruction of Ukraine's communication networks as a result of Russia's ongoing invasion of the country. .
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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.
Mold Making Technology
JANUARY 9, 2023
Photo Credit: Getty Images. The Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) Mold Technologies Division is seeking nominations for three annual awards. Each year the Mold Technologies Division presents awards for the Mold Maker and Mold Designer of the Year. (see last year’s award winners ). This year, they are also presenting a Mold Repair Person of the Year award.
Manufacturer's Monthly
JANUARY 9, 2023
The Innovative Manufacturing CRC’s time is coming to an end after six years of extraordinary work for Australian manufacturing. Manufacturers’ Monthly reviews the CRC’s journey and outlooks for the future of Australia’s manufacturing SMEs and the broader ecosystem. Introduced by the Australian government in 1990, the Cooperative Research Centres (CRC) Program has been a success story.
Plastics News
JANUARY 9, 2023
Senior reporter Frank Esposito joins this week's Material Insights to bring more context to the resin price changes Plastics News reported last week. Frank discusses the recent price drops for North American commodity resins. Temperatures dropped over the last few days of 2022 on the Gulf Coast, causing some pauses in production, but nowhere near the issues created by the coronavirus in 2020 and the Texas ice storm in 2021.
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