Design World
AUGUST 1, 2022
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Gary Mintchell
AUGUST 1, 2022
The people who introduced me to the M2M concept, or machine-to-machine (later called IIoT), extolled a prime use case—OEMs could connect with their installed base of machines. This would enable service contracts as they monitored performance and components. They could also monitor components to grade suppliers. This turned out to be difficult to implement.
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Design World
AUGUST 1, 2022
Desktop Metal, Inc. announced it has qualified the use of IN625 for the Studio System, a turnkey metal 3D printing platform that offers customers the easiest way to print high-performance metal parts in low volumes for pre-production and end-use applications. The Desktop Metal Studio System platform now offers more materials than any other metal extrusion 3D printing system on the market, a total of eight in all.
Robotics Automation News
AUGUST 1, 2022
DMG MORI, a manufacturing technology company with 12,000 employees in 87 countries and $2 billion in annual sales revenues, is building what it says is “Africa’s first machine tool factory” in Cairo, Egypt. The decision was formally made at a meeting with Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi. In the presence of Prime Minister Dr Mostafa […].
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In today's industrial landscape, the pursuit of sustainable energy optimization and decarbonization has become paramount. Manufacturing corporations across the U.S. are facing the urgent need to align with decarbonization goals while enhancing efficiency and productivity. Unfortunately, the lack of comprehensive energy data poses a significant challenge for manufacturing managers striving to meet their targets.
The Fabricator
AUGUST 1, 2022
By just being there the week of Tube 2022, the thousands of exhibitors and attendees that poured into the Düsseldorf Exhibition Centre each day said something with their hands and feet more powerful than they could have otherwise: “We’re here, and we’re ready to do business.
Robotics Automation News
AUGUST 1, 2022
BMW has expanded its electric vehicle battery manufacturing operations. The German automotive giant has added a second battery module production line at BMW Group Plant Leipzig. Further expanding e-component production in the German state of Saxony, the new system manufactures modules for the fully electric BMW i4, made in Munich. Plant Leipzig’s first such production […].
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Robotics Automation News
AUGUST 1, 2022
DHL Supply Chain, Deutsche Post DHL Group’s contract logistics specialist, is opening a new, “highly automated” fulfillment center in Bergkamen, Germany, for its customer, the Swedish flatpack furniture giant IKEA. The new state-of-the-art DHL facility has been commissioned to help the home furnishings group handle its fast-growing B2C online business in Germany, which grew significantly […].
Manufacturer's Monthly
AUGUST 1, 2022
Researchers from the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) have developed a 3D printed system for harvesting stem cells from bioreactors that could enable the high quality, wide-scale stem cell production in Australia at a lower cost. . While stem cells offer great promise in treating many diseases and injuries by replacing damaged cells, the current technology used is labour intensive, time consuming and expensive. .
Robotics Automation News
AUGUST 1, 2022
Software providers RoboDK and BobCAD-CAM have announced their partnership by releasing a new plugin that allows machinists to program robots quickly and easily for machining applications. This new tool promises to make robot machining more accessible to machinists and could herald a whole new era in flexible machining for many manufacturers. RoboDK, a robotics software […].
The Fabricator
AUGUST 1, 2022
Those that resist lean manufacturing efforts need to see the negative impact nonvalue-added activities can have on metal fabrication shops and other facilities.
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As engineers push the boundaries of innovation with groundbreaking hardware products, their success depends largely on the speed and efficiency of production. The challenge? Manual processes and disparate systems lead to multiple versions of documents, incomplete records, and duplicated work, creating a chaotic system of records that is difficult to manage.
Robotics Automation News
AUGUST 1, 2022
A new report explores trends and key considerations for warehouse and distribution center executives implementing automation. Automation is changing the way our world works, and it’s probably already a part of your daily life. Even the ways you watch TV and shop are likely influenced by automation, from artificial intelligence-powered suggestions on what series to […].
Plastics News
AUGUST 1, 2022
Plastics executives are watching to see what impact shortages of natural gas could have on Europe’s plastics industry. Avient Corp. officials talked about the issue in the company’s recent earnings call with analysts. Also, Trinseo is delaying the sale of its styrenics business because of recent economic conditions.
Robotics Automation News
AUGUST 1, 2022
Last year, robot orders were up by 67 percent in comparison to the previous year. And according to the International Federation of Robotics, 1 in every 2 industrial robots sold globally is bought by US automakers. This goes to show just how much the auto industry appreciates the benefits of automation. Automakers have always been […].
AU Manufacturing
AUGUST 1, 2022
The Victorian government has allocated $10 million in funding for local bioenergy projects in a bid to encourage more investments in the sector. The funding is the biggest ever grant awarded to the state’s bioenergy industry, according to a press release issued by Sustainability Victoria. . The Waste to Energy Fund: Bioenergy project will support businesses in a wide array of sectors, such as agricultural and livestock, forestry, food production, food retail, and wastewater management. .
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Outdated or absent analytics won’t cut it in today’s data-driven applications – not for your end users, your development team, or your business. That’s what drove the five companies in this e-book to change their approach to analytics. Download this e-book to learn about the unique problems each company faced and how they achieved huge returns beyond expectation by embedding analytics into applications.
Robotics Automation News
AUGUST 1, 2022
South Korean automotive giants Hyundai and Kia have agreed a partnership to develop robotic technology for space exploration. The two companies say they “are now expanding their vision beyond the bounds of Earth and into space” are specifically concentrating on robotics and Advanced Air Mobility (AAM). Hyundai and Kia recently signed joint research agreements with […].
Plataine
AUGUST 1, 2022
While the decision to implement an IIoT / connected factory / Industry 4.0 solution is a no brainer, choosing and onboarding the right IIoT provider and the right solution remains a big challenge. There’s no better time than now to put together a digital transformation plan and start looking for the right supplier. The post 10 Questions Discrete Manufacturers Must Ask Before Choosing an Industrial IoT Solution for Their Connected Factory appeared first on Plataine.
Robotics Automation News
AUGUST 1, 2022
Volvo Trucks is opening its very first battery assembly plant. Located in Ghent, Belgium, the plant will supply ready-to-install batteries for Volvo Trucks’ full electric heavy-duty trucks. Roger Alm, president of Volvo Trucks, says: “This investment shows our strong commitment to electrifying truck transportation. By 2030, at least 50 percent of all trucks we sell […].
Control Engineering
AUGUST 1, 2022
Learning Objectives. Operational technology (OT) systems are more vulnerable to cybersecurity attacks. A zero-trust approach is very demanding, particularly for brownfield applications, but it is also the most secure. Active and passive network monitoring, principle of least privilege and SIEM integration also can help keep OT networks secure. Cybersecurity Insights.
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Next-gen manufacturers are redesigning factories to enable agility at every stage of production. From more timely communication between engineers and technicians to technologies that empower real-time collaboration, they’re getting ahead by making iterations and improvements during a build, across the production line at scale. This level of flexibility means they can develop more quickly than their legacy counterparts.
Robotics Automation News
AUGUST 1, 2022
Honda has started the construction of its new electric vehicle production plant in China. Honda, originally a Japanese company, was wholly acquired by Guangzhou Automobile Group in 2017. Honda Motor (China) Investment, a wholly-owned Honda subsidiary in China, announced that GAC Honda Automobile, (GAC Honda), a Honda automobile production and sales joint venture in China, […].
i4.0 today
AUGUST 1, 2022
Constructing a tiny robot from DNA and using it to study cell processes invisible to the naked eye… You would be forgiven for thinking it is science fiction, but it is in fact the subject of serious research by scientists from Inserm, CNRS and Université de Montpellier at the Structural Biology Center in Montpellier. This highly innovative “nano-robot” should enable closer study of the mechanical forces applied at microscopic levels, which are crucial for many biological and
Robotics Automation News
AUGUST 1, 2022
Driverless systems like the one in Sydney represent the future of urban clean and efficient transport. In this article, train manufacturer Alstom answers some key questions about driverless trains. What technologies are required for a train to operate automatically? There are several intelligent systems that enable a metro to operate without a driver.
Additive Manufacturing
AUGUST 1, 2022
NEW YORK (August 1, 2022) – An estimated six million patients have benefitted directly or indirectly from medical applications of additive manufacturing (AM) and 3D printing – from orthopedic and cranial implants to surgical guides and instruments to dental restorations and external prosthetics. The overall AM industry grew to $11.7 billion in 2021 with medical applications representing $1.62 billion, according to the 2022 Wohlers Report.
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Think your customers will pay more for data visualizations in your application? Five years ago, they may have. But today, dashboards and visualizations have become table stakes. Turning analytics into a source of revenue means integrating advanced features in unique, hard-to-steal ways. Download this white paper to discover which features will differentiate your application and maximize the ROI of your analytics.
Robotics Automation News
AUGUST 1, 2022
ABB opened its new global innovation and training campus at the headquarters of B&R in Eggelsberg, Austria, its global center for machine and factory automation. B&R is a subsidiary of ABB. The new campus will create up to 1,000?additional high-tech jobs and includes world-class research and development laboratories, as well as global training facilities for […].
Plastics News
AUGUST 1, 2022
Celebrating a bipartisan win on a bill to support microchip production; an update on a shuttered resin plant; learning about carbon footprints.
Robotics Automation News
AUGUST 1, 2022
Volkswagen has broken ground for its first battery production factory in Salzgitter, Germany last week in the presence of Chancellor Olaf Scholz. Production will start in 2025. With immediate effect, responsibility for global battery business is to be held by the newly created company “PowerCo”. In addition to cell production, the new company will be […].
Manufacturer's Monthly
AUGUST 1, 2022
Production success with additive manufacturing (AM) in aerospace and defence is only possible when materials and processes meet the same requirements that conventional manufacturing does today. 3D Systems’ global Application Innovation Group (AIG) partners with customers to reduce risk and create a faster ROI by developing qualified, transferrable, and scalable production processes.
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Bringing new and improved products to market takes more than just good ideas. It requires agile, iterative production, and real-time collaboration. Most manufacturers recognize the risk of not adapting, but they’re hampered by technologies like MES that haven’t kept up with the pace of hardware innovation. As new manufacturers enter the market with technologically progressive ways of building at scale, existing manufacturers must adapt to stay relevant.
Robotics Automation News
AUGUST 1, 2022
Most seniors like to be independent. This could mean continuing to drive their car even against their family’s advice. Thankfully, insurance proves to be a good financial cover against accidents. For minor accidents like a fender bender or rear-end collision at low speed, car insurance can come in handy for seniors and their families. One […].
The Fabricator
AUGUST 1, 2022
Automation technology supplier FANUC America has announced a West Campus expansion in Auburn Hills, Mich., to nearly 2 million sq. ft.
Robotics Automation News
AUGUST 1, 2022
If you’ve ever used a VPN, you may be familiar with the unfortunate side effect of a slower internet speed. This can be extremely frustrating. You might’ve installed a VPN to protect your data while you browse the internet, improve your IP security or to unlock streaming capabilities in different countries. Either way, a slow […].
Manufacturer's Monthly
AUGUST 1, 2022
Land Forces International Land Defence Exposition organiser AMDA Foundation has announced the opening of visitor registration for the 2022 event, which is on track to be the largest defence industry exposition in Australia’s history. Set for October 4 to 6 at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre (BCEC), Land Forces 2022 will incorporate an international industry exhibition showcasing more than 750 participating exhibitor companies and a specialist program of conference presentations, sy
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Just by embedding analytics, app owners can charge 24% more for their product. How much value could you add? This framework from Software Pricing Partners explains how application enhancements can extend your product offerings. You’ll learn: How to take a disciplined approach to pricing The three elements of the Packaging Decision Framework Ways to structure your new embedded analytics offering Download the White Paper to learn about How To Package & Price Embedded Analytics.
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