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Why Cybersecurity Demands an OT-First Approach

Automation World

How to overcome the OEM blockade that introduces cybersecurity risks for nearly every manufacturer.

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M12 X-coded connectors for rail, transport, and agriculture applications

Design World

As digitalization and connectivity continue transforming the rail and transport sectors, the need for reliable, robust, and high-performance communication solutions is rising. To address this demand, binder is strategically expanding its product range and enhancing its M12-X-coded connectors to meet the rigorous requirements of these dynamic markets.

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Public comment welcomed for Osborne Submarine Construction Yard

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: razihusin/stock.adobe.com The public have been invited to provide comments on the planned Nuclear-Powered Submarine Construction Yard Draft Strategic Impact Assessment Report for Osborne, South Australia. The public consultation period will run from 3 February to 17 March 2025, with Australia set to begin the build of its fleet of conventionally-armed, nuclear-powered SSN-AUKUS submarines at Osborne, by the end of this decade.

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Igus Launches Hygienic, Self-Lubricating Linear Actuator

Control.com

Designed for hygiene and efficiency, the drylin SHT actuator features self-lubricating, corrosion-resistant materials, ensuring safe, low-maintenance beverage production.

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Emergent Energy Optimizes Steam Systems with Panoramic Power’s Technology

Manufacturers face increasing pressure to curb energy waste and emissions. Emergent Energy specializes in optimizing industrial steam systems, leveraging Panoramic Power’s real-time energy intelligence to drive efficiency. By analyzing steam system performance, Emergent Energy pinpoints inefficiencies and implements targeted improvements. This article explores how data-driven steam optimization transforms wasted energy into measurable savings, ensuring compliance with sustainability regulations.

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Upper Hunter’s industrial future backed by NSW Government

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: 169169/stock.adobe.com The Future Land Use and Enabling Works project for Liddell Power Station has been approved by the NSW Government, which will see the former power station demolished, remediated and transformed for future industrial land uses. The approval of the State Significant Development, south of Muswellbrook , will mean more jobs and industrial opportunities for the Upper Hunter.

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ABB AppStudio: No-Code Robot Interface for Industrial Automation

Control.com

ABBs AppStudio lets users create custom, no-code robot interfaces. With drag-and-drop tools and cloud-based templates, automation is simplified.

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Public support for net zero hinges on energy bills not rising, survey finds

E&T

With support of net zero hinging on the amount households pay in energy bills, Octopus Energy is calling on government for urgent market reforms.

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ICN “adventure” pays big dividends for NSW bulk haul company

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: ICN Networking with major project owners and other suppliers has the potential to unlock millions of dollars for Australian small and medium businesses (SMEs), with one company winning a multimillion-dollar contract with Snowy 2.0 following an ICN event in regional NSW. Resources NSW, a bulk material solutions and transport logistics company, has secured the contract to move 130,000 units of 7-tonne concrete segments that will line the 27 km Snowy Hydro tunnel.

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French railway operator tests solar plant prototype on unused train tracks

E&T

The French railway operator SNCF has commenced six months of performance testing of a new prototype that generates energy from PV panels placed on non-operational railway tracks.

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Moderna Completes Construction of Innovation Centre

Manufacturing Management

Pharmaceutical company Moderna has completed the construction of its MITC innovation and technology centre at Harwell Campus.

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Accelerate Americas Manufacturing Agility & Supply Chain Resilience

Discover how to accelerate manufacturing agility and build supply chain resilience in our live webinar on February 6, 2025, at 3 PM PST. Explore insights from a former SpaceX leader on scaling hardware production, balancing speed with quality, and leveraging advanced tools like ION Factory OS. Learn from historical examples and modern approaches to innovation while uncovering how AI and real-time data can automate processes, strengthen supply chain operations, and ensure scalability.

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Warming climate is accelerating urban rat population growth, study finds

E&T

The warming climate is driving an increase in urban rat populations and increasing the strain on infrastructure and pest control, researchers say.

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Submarine Availability Support Hub: Strengthening the UK's Nuclear Submarine Fleet

Manufacturing Management

The Submarine Availability Support Hub (SASH) will support 100 new jobs, boost engineering capabilities, and deliver on the Governments Plan for Change.

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Self-healing asphalt made from biomass waste could help cut UK pothole costs

E&T

A type of self-healing asphalt made from biomass waste could help to cut the UKs massive pothole bill, which is estimated at 143.5m annually.

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WA’s circular economy to be advanced by Lithium research partnership

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: xiaoliangge/stock.adobe.com The Western Australian State Government has partnered with industry to research alternative uses for the co-products of lithium processing. This collaborative initiative brings together key stakeholders, including the Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation, the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation, the Minerals Research Institute of Western Australia (MRIWA), Main Roads Western Australia, ChemCentre, and leading lithium processors, to s

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Unmasking Energy Waste: Manufacturing’s Hidden Inefficiencies and Costly Impacts

Energy inefficiencies are silent thieves eroding manufacturing profits and sustainability efforts. From overworked pumps to leaky compressed air systems, these hidden drains often go unnoticed without advanced energy monitoring. Panoramic Power empowers manufacturers with granular, device level energy visibility, and real-time insights to identify and eliminate inefficiencies, transforming waste into savings.

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HII’s Ingalls Shipbuilding opens virtual reality welding lab

The Fabricator

HIIs Ingalls Shipbuilding division, along with representatives from the U.S. Navy, Accelerate Mississippi, and Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, has opened a virtual reality welding lab.

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Building a stronger energy backbone

Manufacturer's Monthly

Wilson Transformer Companys 167-tonne 375/400 MVA 300/21kV Power Transformer. Images: Wilson Transformer Company In the pre-dawn darkness of a September morning, an industrial colossus began its odyssey across Australias eastern seaboard. A 168-tonne superload transformer weighing embarked on a preciously coordinated 2500-kilometre journey. This wasnt merely moving machinery; it was a carefully orchestrated symphony of logistics that had been two years in themaking.

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Northeast Machinery Sales to host Steel Tech 2025

The Fabricator

Machine tool provider Northeast Machinery Sales will hold its annual Steel Tech event April 29 to May 1 at its facility in Agawam, Mass.

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Automation24 Expands Product Portfolio with DwyerOmega Solutions

Manufacturing Tomorrow

This integration features two prominent brands in the industry, Dwyer Instruments and Omega Engineering, which merged in Spring 2022. The inclusion of these brands enhances Automation24's offerings, allowing customers to automate their processes and simplify their applications with innovative and reliable solutions.

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The Supply Chain in 2025: What to Expect

In 2025, the Supply Chain continues its evolution toward “Logistics 4.0,” inspired by Industry 4.0. Two major characteristics define this transformation: automation, driven by robotic solutions, and prediction, paving the way for an era of planning and simulation powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI).

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Weiss-Aug Group names president and chairman/CEO

The Fabricator

Weiss-Aug Group, East Hanover, N.J., has promoted Elisabeth Weissenrieder-Bennis to president. Her father Dieter Weissenrieder moves to chairman/CEO.

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Aalberts IPS highlights advanced actuation valves for precision flow control in data center applications

Manufacturing Tomorrow

Innovative AS and AD series actuators set new industry standards

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42 Technology Appoints Dr Peter Brown as Chief Commercial Officer

Manufacturing Management

42 Technology (42T) has appointed Dr. Peter Brown as its first Chief Commercial Officer (CCO).

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A-Gas to Showcase Full Suite of Lifecycle Refrigerant Management Services at AHR Expo 2025

Manufacturing Tomorrow

Visit Booth #2069 in West Building to Discover How Lifecycle Refrigerant Management Enhances Operational Efficiency and Sustainability

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The 2nd Generation of Innovation Management: A Survival Guide

Speaker: Chris Townsend, VP of Product Marketing, Wellspring

Over the past decade, companies have embraced innovation with enthusiasm—Chief Innovation Officers have been hired, and in-house incubators, accelerators, and co-creation labs have been launched. CEOs have spoken with passion about “making everyone an innovator” and the need “to disrupt our own business.” But after years of experimentation, senior leaders are asking: Is this still just an experiment, or are we in it for the long haul?

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Prensa dobladora servo-eléctrica que se combina con un almacén con cambio automático de herramientas

The Fabricator

Prima Power ofrece la prensa dobladora eP Genius 1030. sta usa un sistema de accionamiento servoelctrico para exactitud y repetibilidad, as como una interfaz amigable con el usuario para programacin y operacin simplificadas. El diseo energticamente eficiente minimiza el consumo de.

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Cleo Acquires DataTrans Solutions to Drive Next-Gen Procurement Automation

Manufacturing Tomorrow

Acquisition enhances Cleos supply chain orchestration with new procurement automation capabilities

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New jobs created at iconsys

Manufacturing Management

iconsys, the control and automation solutions provider, has announced the creation of 15 new jobs focusing on decarbonisation solutions.

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WAI’s Education Center set to transform wire industry training in 2025.

Manufacturing Tomorrow

The platform, which debuted today, includes foundational content focusing on extrusion basics, ferrous metallurgy, and manufacturing safety.

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?

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Babcock and City Council to drive Plymouth’s Growth Ambitions

Manufacturing Management

Babcock plans to strengthen the growing economy in the Southwest by collaborating with Plymouth City Council in the private and public sector.

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QMS Software for Pharmaceutical Manufacturers

Snic Solutions

Discover practical steps for implementing a QMS in pharma to achieve quality excellence. Enhance compliance and operational efficiencyread more now!

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Industry Minister Hosts Steel Strategy Roundtable at Sheffield Forgemasters

Manufacturing Management

Steel minister, Sarah Jones held a roundtable at Sheffield Forgemasters to finalise the governments upcoming Steel Strategy.

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Why Add TASC to Your List?

Modern Machine Shop

The third Automated Shop Conference (TASC) takes place August 12-13, 2025 at the Hyatt Regency in downtown Indianapolis. This two-day conference is designed to help job shops share automation strategies in a bid to bolster the strength of U.S. manufacturing. Attendees will return home from the conference with information about how to implement the latest automation technologies and techniques, wherever their shop is on their automation journey.

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The Future of Manufacturing: Behind-the-Scene Insights from the IMTS Conference