Robotics Automation News
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
Artificial intelligence is a technology that many people still liken to something from a futuristic movie from days gone by. While to the uninitiated, the words artificial intelligence may conjure up images of humanoid robots, the reality is that AI is already all around and widely adopted throughout society. Almost everyone has some kind of […].
Automation World
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
Schneider Electric’s Michael Martinez explains how decoupling devices from software allows you to extend the life of automation systems while also improving their availability, scalability, and performance.
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Gary Mintchell
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
Is “Metaverse” a flash-in-the-pan? An ephemeral vision soon to succumb to reality? This news from Hexagon from a couple of weeks ago is about the last I’ve heard. There was one comment about metaverse at the trade show I visited this week, but I think the person spoke ironically. At any rate, the technologies (if not use cases) are real and under development.
Plastics News
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
Structural foam molder DeKalb Molded Plastics officially has "new" owners, though both have been with the company for years.
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Robotics Automation News
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
Pickle Robot, a startup developing robotic automation systems that unload trucks, says it has “live pilot implementations” which are unloading tens-of-thousands of packages per month at customer sites in the greater Los Angeles area. The company says it has also raised $26 million in series A funding led by Ranpak, JS Capital, Schusterman Family Investments, […].
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Robotics Automation News
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
Osaro, a developer of AI-driven robotics for e-commerce, is partnering with SVT Robotics to accelerate the integration of pick-and-place robotics systems for e-commerce and logistics businesses. SVT Robotics’ “ground-breaking” Softbot Platform enables companies to integrate and deploy the robots, automation, and IoT devices they need in just days or weeks.
E&T
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
Tuvalu's foreign minister Simon Kofe has revealed the nation's plans to build a digital twin of the country and upload it to the metaverse , an interoperable online platform that relies on augmented and virtual reality (VR) to help users interact. . The announcement - made at the Cop27 climate summit - aims to preserve Tuvalu's history and culture before the nation is submerged underwater. .
Robotics Automation News
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
One of Europe’s largest postal services, Posten Norge, is testing the future of the logistics delivery in Oslo with Ottobots, roduced by a company called Ottonomy. Continuing to pave the way for autonomous delivery, Ottonomy announced its collaboration with Posten Norge and Holo for trials for automating first-mile delivery. This partnership with one of Europe’s […].
The Fabricator
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
The world’s metal fabricators and manufacturers turned up at EuroBLECH in Hannover, Germany, to find process automation technology.
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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.
Robotics Automation News
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
Nabors Industries has launched its Canrig Red Zone Robotics (RZR) Rig Floor Module, a modular rig upgrade that automates routine drilling activities. Nabors retrofitted an existing rig – X29 – with RZR (pronounced razor) and has successfully drilled multiple horizontal wells for ExxonMobil in the Permian Basin. In 2021, Nabors and ExxonMobil proved fully automated […].
Plastics Today
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
The agreement with South Korea’s TMD Lab will foster development of implantable medical devices that prevent biofilm formation.
Robotics Automation News
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Machinery Systems have launched Phase 2 of demonstration testing of an automated valet parking system at Shisui Premium Outlets, an outlet mall located in Chiba Prefecture, Japan. The system employs automated guided vehicle (AGV) robots, dubbed “Stan”, manufactured by Stanley Robotics, a French venture-backed company.
Canadian Manufacturing
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
As supply chain disruptions continue to add to the rising cost of living, Federal Transport Minister Omar Alghabra hopes to help fix the problem with new legislation, but said improvements will take time. The minister tabled a bill in the House of Commons on Nov. 17 to improve Canada’s supply chain and to make the transportation system safer, more efficient and more reliable.
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
Robotics Automation News
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
As the FX industry grows, the number of platforms rises. Some platforms offer special tools which can make online FX trading easier and more comfortable for the trader. These tools can include things like currency converters, live market quotes, charts, and analysis tools. Even though the number of FX trading platforms is increasing daily, the […].
Plastics News
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
Millholland Conrad represents LS Mtron in the states of Indiana, Ohio, Western New York, Western Pennsylvania, West Virginia and Kentucky.
Robotics Automation News
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
Motional and Lyft are planning to launch a fully driverless ride-hail service in Los Angeles. The service will use Motional’s all-electric Ioniq 5-based robotaxis and will be the first time that residents in Los Angeles can request an autonomous vehicle in the Lyft app. Los Angeles marks the second city in Lyft and Motional’s multi-city […].
Control.com
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
SensoPart has recently developed and released a new AI-based vision system, utilizing their advanced VISOR Object vision sensor, a system with advanced vision capabilities for detection and quality control.
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Robotics Automation News
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
Flexiv, a provider of general-purpose robotics solutions, is partnering with Sycodal, a leading Quebec-based automation integrator, to bring adaptive robotic technology to the Canadian market. As part of Flexiv’s continued expansion into North America, this latest partnership will enable Canadian companies to take full advantage of an adaptive robot’s efficiency, flexibility, customizability, and ease of […].
Additive Manufacturing
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
FRANKFURT, Germany/November 15, 2022 — Dyndrite released the company’s first end-user application focused on materials and process development for laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) machines. Dyndrite’s new software gives LPBF materials, part/process, and applications engineers unprecedented power and control over their geometry, build specific toolpathing and laser parameters – opening the door to new alloys, build rate strategies, and methods for printing previously unprintable parts.
Robotics Automation News
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
In order to meet increased demand for automation solutions, Epson Robots is expanding access to Epson certified robot training for customers and system integrators. The wide variety of high-quality, certified courses are designed to help students quickly and effectively program and operate Epson’s robot and vision products. The courses are offered in-person at Epson’s headquarters […].
Additive Manufacturing
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
Ottawa, Ontario/November 17, 2022 — Aiming to improve the performance and productivity of metal additive manufacturing, Morf3D Inc. and Equispheres Inc. are collaborating to qualify Equispheres’ high-performance aluminum powders and to develop new applications which will result in further performance improvements based on current expectations. .
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Robotics Automation News
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
PickNik Robotics, a robotics software and engineering services company, has agreed a collaboration with CisLunar Industries, a space technology company working on in-space metal processing. The companies will explore how PickNik’s MoveIt Space software for robotic arms can help CisLunar with the precision feeding of metal materials into their in-space metal-processing system, Modular Space Foundry. […].
The Fabricator
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
It’s happening: Laser cutting operations are ditching delivery and switching to onsite nitrogen generation. And it’s all upside for your business and the environment. Join Brett Rogers of Purity Gas, as he takes you through this monumental industry shift, the bottom-line benefits of nitrogen generation and what to look for (and avoid!).
Robotics Automation News
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
Comau has designed and deployed a flexible body-in-white (BIW – a car body) manufacturing solution for the all-new Tonale (pictured below), the first Alfa SUV of the new generation, meeting both the customer’s rigorous production targets, quality goals and time to market objectives. The new and enhanced 20 lines are designed to allow the automaker […].
Plastics News
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
Dark packaging is a popular choice for brand owners, but detecting and sorting dark packaging in material recovery facilities is challenging.
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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.
E&T
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
The European Union has reached a deal to build and operate a €6bn (£5.2bn) satellite internet system, driven by the bloc's push to boost its own space and communications sectors and ensure security by cutting its reliance on foreign suppliers. . The initiative was first proposed in February, but the 27-nation bloc only agreed to it today (18 November). .
Additive Manufacturing
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
Rubbiano – Parma, Italy/November 16, 2022 — In an agreement between the two companies, Lincotek will acquire a strategic stake in MMB VOLUM-e. The deal solidifies the growth plan of the Group’s Surface Solution Division to further penetrate the aerospace market, in terms of both military and commercial applications. As a result, the company will find itself uniquely placed to boost the integration of the use of Additive Manufacturing for this market.
E&T
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
The deepest hole drilled to date - the Kola borehole - went 7.6 miles down. It took 20 years to complete because conventional equipment like mechanical drill bits can’t withstand the conditions at those depths. Massachusetts-based Quaise Energy has been developing a technology to blast rock with microwaves that could make it easier to drill the deepest holes on Earth.
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