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How to choose a safe and effective counterbalancing system

Design World

Strenuous movements that include heavy lifting, pushing, or straining account for most non-fatal workplace injuries across the United States. In fact, 84% of injuries resulting in time away from work are caused by overexertion, reactions (such as slips or falls), or hazardous contact with objects and equipment. What’s more: employees 45 to 55 are most… The post How to choose a safe and effective counterbalancing system appeared first on Design World.

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PACK EXPO 2022 Automation Trends

Automation World

Exhibits by Beckhoff, Schneider Electric, Stratus Technologies, and Festo highlight growing trends around automation use in the CPG industries.

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dataFEED OPC Suite Extended offers additional security for data integration with OPC UA Reverse Connect

Design World

With the integration of OPC UA Reverse Connect into its dataFEED OPC Suite Extended V5.22, Softing enables secure communication between OPC UA components in OT and IT that are separated by firewalls or DMZs. dataFEED OPC Suite Extended is an all-in-one solution for OPC communication and cloud connectivity, providing access to controllers and IoT devices… The post dataFEED OPC Suite Extended offers additional security for data integration with OPC UA Reverse Connect appeared first on Design

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EVs energise new car market but chargepoint rollout must accelerate

SMMT

October new car registrations rise 26.4% in third month of growth, with hybrid and battery electric vehicles driving uplift. Despite bumper month, market on course for weakest year since 1982 but recovery expected to continue in 2023. Plug-ins account for 21.5% of new registrations but infrastructure rollout risks hampering government zero emission ambition.

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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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Michael Cinquemani of Master Power Transmission honored with PTDA Warren Pike Award

Design World

The Power Transmission Distributors Association (PTDA) has named Michael Cinquemani the 31st recipient of its Warren Pike Award for lifetime achievement in the power transmission/motion control (PT/MC) industry. He received the accolade during the PTDA 2022 Industry Summit on October 28 in Nashville. Established in 1984, the Warren Pike Award honors individuals who have demonstrated… The post Michael Cinquemani of Master Power Transmission honored with PTDA Warren Pike Award appeared first

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Bridge Operational Technology and Business Intelligence

Gary Mintchell

Festo engineers continually amaze me with innovations I would never have expected. I first heard of it as a pneumatics company. What new and interesting could come out of that milieu? Then came a visit to the German headquarters followed with many other meetings. Turns out many interesting things. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not the new discovery marketers would have us believe.

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Kickstart: 'Spooked' customers want local suppliers

Plastics News

While companies have talked about the benefits of having production closer to home for some time, the COVID-19 pandemic, global shipping congestion and federal dollars for U.S. manufacturing of computer chips and electric vehicle parts pushed reshoring from the "maybe" column to "yes.

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6 River Systems unveils new features for its robotic systems for warehouses

Robotics Automation News

6 River Systems (6RS), part of e-commerce platform company Shopify, has unveiled new features for its robotic fulfillment solution that enhances productivity and flexibility for warehouse operators. Integrated with 6RS’ SaaS-based Fulfillment Execution System and autonomous mobile robot (AMR), Chuck, these new features position the company as the most configurable warehouse automation solution provider on […].

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Thermoformer Portage Plastics closing Wisconsin facility

Plastics News

A total of 71 people will lose their jobs when the plastics company shutters Dec. 31, according to a court-appointed receiver.

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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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TeamViewer and Hyundai partner to accelerate digital innovation in automotive smart factory

Robotics Automation News

TeamViewer, a provider of remote connectivity and workplace digitalisation solutions, is partnering with mobility solutions provider Hyundai Motor to digitalise business operations and manufacturing processes for Hyundai Motor Group Innovation Center in Singapore (HMGICS). TeamViewer and Hyundai Motor Company will cooperate to maximise digitalisation benefits in HMGICS’ smart factory using TeamViewer’s Augmented Reality (AR) platform, […].

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Five things you need to know about the Liberals’ fall economic update

Canadian Manufacturing

OTTAWA — The federal Liberals unveiled their fall economic update Thursday — a 92-page mini-budget setting out Canada’s fiscal situation and outlining new policies to tackle cost-of-living woes. The word “inflation” appears more than 100 times in the document, making clear the government’s primary economic concern. But beyond the top-line debt projections and the analysis of how Canada seeks to soften the impact of a potential recession, the fiscal update offers key details that shed light

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ForwardX Robotics releases new fully autonomous forklift

Robotics Automation News

ForwardX Robotics, an autonomous mobile robot (AMR) and warehouse solutions provider, has added the Apex 1400-L to its list of AMRs available in the United States. Apex 1400-L is a fully autonomous forklift which further enhances ForwardX’s capabilities in warehousing workflows including receiving, putaway, replenishment, raw material movement, and shipping.

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Huntsman Develops Breakthrough Bio-based Polyurethane System

Plastics Today

Visco-elastic foam containing up to 20% bio-based content lowers automotive carbon footprint without sacrificing performance.

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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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Magazino expands robot fleet to 57 in Zalando logistics centers

Robotics Automation News

Magazino, a robotics manufacturer from Munich, Germany, is increasing its robot fleet in more Zalando logistics locations to a total of 57 Toru robots. This is the largest single order in the company’s history. At the same time, it underlines the importance of Toru as a fundamental building block of automated processes in modern e-commerce […].

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Water-Braiding Technology Invented For Next Generation Wireless Devices

21st Century Tech

To produce the next generation of high-frequency antennae for 5G, 6G and other wireless devices, a team at the Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS) has invented the machine and manufacturing technique to manipulate microscopic objects using 3D printing and braid them into filaments a mere micrometre in diameter.

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CNC Machining: Your Guide to Understanding the Types

Robotics Automation News

CNC machining is an important process in the manufacturing industry that involves using computers to control automated cutting and milling machines, which carve out parts from large blocks of raw materials like metal, wood, and plastic. In this article, we’ll discuss CNC precision machining, how it works, and its advantages over other machining methods, such […].

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International Space Station’s BFF 3D Prints Human Tissue

Plastics Today

The upgraded BioFabrication Facility (BFF) aims to prove that microgravity is conducive to bioprinting. The ultimate goal is to print human organs in space for patients needing transplants on Earth.

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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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Festo showcases robot dragonfly and swift

Robotics Automation News

Festo has been showcasing it flying robotic dragonfly and swift at the recent RoboBoston event – the MassRobotics sponsored 5th annual Robot Block Party. The design of the Festo BionicOpter was inspired by the flight of the dragonfly. Like its natural role model, the ultra-light aircraft can move in all directions, hover on the spot, […].

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Europe and Australia report a significant rise in cyber attacks

E&T

The investigations in Australia and the European Union showed a rise in cyber threats over the past twelve months, fuelled by the war in Ukraine and wider geopolitical tensions. . The Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC)'s annual cyber threat report said the company received 76,000 cyber-crime reports last financial year, up 13 per cent from the previous period, and resulting in costs of A $39,000 for a small business and A$62,000 for a large business.

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Flexiv continues US expansion by partnering with Infinity Robotics

Robotics Automation News

Flexiv, a general-purpose robotics company, has agreed a partnership with its new US-based integration company Infinity Robotics. As a Flexiv integration partner, Infinity Robotics will work with customers to maximize production efficiency by installing Flexiv’s range of adaptive robots into their settings. With more than ten years of experience in the distribution and manufacturing of […].

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Looking back on K 2022: Sustainability, schweine and sore feet

Plastics News

It was great to feel the energy of a major trade show once again. There's no way to replace face-to-face interaction, even if we're all doing it a bit less than we did pre-COVID.

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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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ANYbotics opens commercial sales of inspection robot

Robotics Automation News

ANYbotics has opened commercial orders for ANYmal X, its four-legged robot, to “provide industry-wide access to scalable robotic inspection solutions in oil and gas and chemicals sectors”. The company says its robot is “a game changer for asset operators”, adding that the impact of deploying ANYmal X is driving companies to accelerate automating robotic inspections. […].

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Shells part of ‘secret' colors for Ampacet

Plastics News

Materials maker Ampacet Corp. is looking to gain medical market share with new masterbatch concentrates.

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Cogniteam’s Nimbus OS gives ‘street smarts’ to Rover Robotics’ platforms

Robotics Automation News

Nimbus says its low-code robotics programming capabilities give a new level of intelligence – or “street smarts” – to Rover Robotics’ machine platforms. Nick Velander, CEO of Rover Robotics, says: “Pre-integrating our platforms with Nimbus allows teams to reach market demands at a record pace.” Cogniteam, a robotics company operating for over a decade and […].

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Engel's US-based apprenticeship program attracts 1,275 applicants

Plastics News

Graduates in the training program tweaked for North America get paid, earn nationally recognized journeyman's certificate and receive a full-time job offer from Engel upon completion.

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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.

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Open letter: Robotics companies call on policymakers not to weaponize robots

Robotics Automation News

A group of leading robotics companies have sent an open letter to policymakers calling on them not to weaponize robots. The letter was released by Boston Dynamics in collaboration with Agility Robotics, ANYbotics, Clearpath Robotics, Open Robotics and Unitree Robotics. The letter, which is published in full below, brings together leading companies in the mobile […].

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British van market down a fifth in October as short supply hits deliveries

SMMT

Britain’s new light commercial vehicle (LCV) market declines -18.4% in October, with 22,386 vans joining UK roads. Registrations of large and mid-weight vans fall -7.6% and -50.7% respectively, but battery electric van (BEV) registrations grow 52.5%. 2022 market outlook revised downwards, with action needed to maintain operator confidence and drive electric van uptake.

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Abrantix launches new robot to test payment terminals

Robotics Automation News

Imagine being able to test multiple physical payment terminals at the same time, using a purpose-built robot of industrial quality. With Abrantix’s new Robot T4 this becomes a reality. The Swiss payment technology expert says its latest addition to its product portfolio can check up to four terminals simultaneously. Martin Gloor, chief product officer, says: […].

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