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Linear robots now even more versatile

Design World

Bosch Rexroth has expanded its portfolio of linear robots for various applications in factory automation by adding new axis combinations and sizes. The much wider range of working areas and loads makes the Cartesian subsystems also suitable for applications like battery handling or intralogistics. The linear robots can be selected and sized quickly and easily […].

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Is Time Sensitive Networking the Key to IT/OT Convergence?

Automation World

As a vendor-independent standard that allows on Ethernet, TSN is poised to converge IT and operations networks. But some challenges remain in terms of cost, complexity, and need.

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Digital torque wrench measures both torque and angle of rotation

Design World

With the OPEXplus digital torque wrench, Bosch Rexroth has added an economical new product to its existing range of tightening solutions. The OPEXplus digital torque wrench can measure both the torque and the angle of rotation. It covers a range of torques from 3 to 800 Nm, and it transfers the tightening results to any… The post Digital torque wrench measures both torque and angle of rotation appeared first on Design World.

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Restaurant robots ‘can soon replace key jobs’, says report

Robotics Automation News

Capterra research finds that three-quarters of restaurants are now using automation As labor shortages and rising costs continue to cut into profit margins, restaurants are looking for ways to improve their business model – and automation is increasingly looking like a viable solution. From conversational AI drive-thrus to full-service fry cook robots, the possibilities are […].

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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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What’s the difference between a wave spring and a coil spring?

Design World

Custom or standard, Smalley takes great pride in its unparalleled dedication to delivering quality wave spring solutions for a variety of industries. Both wave springs and traditional coil springs fall under the category of compression springs. While the primary function of a compression spring is to provide axial load, wave springs have a few key differences and advantages when compared to coil springs.

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The next evolution of Norgren at Pack Expo 2022

Design World

Norgren recently demonstrated its newest solutions for packaging at Pack Expo International 2022 (October 23 – 26) at McCormick Place in Chicago. In addition, Norgren showcased its latest acquisitions, including Bimba and Bahr Modultechnik. Demonstrations featured IO-Link-enabled pneumatic products and a wide array of pneumatic and electric actuators.

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Bastian Solutions Introduces Robotic Order Fulfillment for Autonomous Picking

Automation World

The result of a decade of R&D, the Bastian Solutions SmartPick fuses a warehouse execution system with a six-axis robot, machine vision, and advanced artificial intelligence (AI) to create an autonomous product picking system.

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Epson Robots Expands VT6L 6-Axis Robot Series and RC+ Express Software

Gary Mintchell

Robotic innovation continues apace emphasizing ease-of-use and reduced pricing. I had thought that the technology had matured for industrial applications. A conversation with Epson product people recently revealed some new tricks that remain to innovate within the SCARA robotic technology. How about adapting a 6-axis robot for mounting in an autonomous mobile robot (AMR)?

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Ottonomy releases robot at Rome airport

Robotics Automation News

Ottonomy, a maker of autonomous delivery robots, has launched Ottobot 2.0 at pier A of Terminal 1 at Aeroporti di Roma (ADR), in Italy. The autonomous delivery project is part of ADR’s long-term strategy, aimed at maintaining the highest levels of service and enhancing passengers’ experience using cutting edge technology and innovation. Emanuele Cala, VP […].

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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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Cadrex Manufacturing Solutions harnesses the power of scale

The Fabricator

Two years ago, Cadrex Manufacturing Solutions didn’t exist. Now, after a 15-month (and counting) acquisition spree, it’s a 2,000-employee, 20-plant behemoth.

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Civ Robotics raises $5 million seed funding round

Robotics Automation News

Civ Robotics has closed a $5 million seed funding round led by ff Venture Capital and Alley Robotics Ventures, with participation from Trimble Ventures. Civ Robotics’ autonomous surveying solution, CivDot, is an unmanned ground vehicle (UGV), designed for civil engineering and infrastructure projects, such as solar farms, roadways, data centers and power plants to name […].

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Horseshoes proving to be good luck for British metal artist

The Fabricator

When British artist William Moulton-Day sees a horseshoe, he sees a part for a welded sculpture to grace an English country-style garden. His work is progressing at “an alarming rate.

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Robotics in Dentistry: The Next Generation Technology

Robotics Automation News

Robots are now utilized in every field of research thanks to technological breakthroughs; they have even found their way into dentistry due to the capacity for precision work without being fatigued. Hamilton dentist Dr Moninder Tuli, chatted with us and provided us with information about the usage of robotics in dentistry. It’s extremely amazing to […].

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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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UK Army taps SPEE3D to exhibit technology at Project Convergence

AU Manufacturing

The British Army has selected SPEE3D to showcase its WarpSPEE3D Printer as part of the US Army future Command’s Project Convergence 2022. . From 30 October to 9 November, the US Army’s Project Converge campaign will evaluate approximately 300 technologies, focusing on advancing joint and multinational interoperability in future operational environments. .

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Point of Pivot: 3D Printing vs. Injection Molding

Plastics Today

3D printing’s sweet spot is in high-value, low-volume production, the opposite of injection molding. Here’s the good, bad, and ugly of both technologies, and advice on when it makes sense to pivot from one to the other.

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Apptronik signs partnership with NASA for humanoid robots

Robotics Automation News

Apptronik, an Austin, US-based company specializing in the development of versatile, mobile robotic systems, has agreed a partnership with NASA to accelerate commercialization of its new humanoid robot. The robot, called Apollo, will be one of the first humanoids available to the commercial markets. At Apptronik’s headquarters in Austin, Texas, the first prototype of Apollo […].

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Sabic Collaboration Yields TF-BOPE Resin for Monomaterial PE Film

Plastics Today

Processability of Sabic LLDPE BX202 resin for flexible packaging validated in extensive trials using Japan Steel Works’ biax film pilot line.

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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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Institut Curie implements Versius surgical robotic system as part of research partnership

Robotics Automation News

Institut Curie, said to be France’s leading cancer research centre, has introduced CMR Surgical’s Versius Surgical Robotic System as part of a two-year clinical study partnership. The Versius system will initially be dedicated to gynaecological cancer surgery with a focus on minimally invasive hysterectomies. Professor Steven Le Gouill, director of the Institut Curie Hospital Complex, […].

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Kickstart: Mounting pressures on plastics

Plastics News

There's an element to recent sustainability news that echoes the tropes of many a suspense movie: Some of these calls for drastic change are coming from inside the house.

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MIT demonstrates reprogrammable materials that ‘selectively self-assemble’

Robotics Automation News

By Rachel Gordon, MIT CSAIL While automated manufacturing is ubiquitous today, it was once a nascent field birthed by inventors such as Oliver Evans, who is credited with creating the first fully automated industrial process, in a flour mill he built and gradually automated in the late 1700s. The processes for creating automated structures or […].

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Revolution Debuts 10% PCR Hand-Stretch Film

Plastics Today

Claimed as the only certified post-consumer recycled (PCR) resin, Encore Wrap has enough strength to permit plastic-saving gauge reduction.

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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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A night of celebration – 2022 Endeavour Awards winners

Manufacturer's Monthly

Australian manufacturing came together to celebrate local innovation and expertise yesterday at the Endeavour Awards. The Endeavour Awards 2022 saw a high calibre of entrants representing Australia with innovative ideas, new technologies and the best in supply chain strategies. This year’s finalists showcased what Australia had to offer the world in manufacturing.

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ASTM forms new robotics group to develop standards for grasping and manipulation technologies

Robotics Automation News

ASTM International’s committee on robotics, automation, and autonomous systems (F45) has formed a new subcommittee on grasping and manipulation. This new subcommittee (F45.05) of ASTM (formerly known as American Society for Testing and Materials) will develop standards that evaluate performance in several major areas of robotic manipulation. The first three task groups of the committee […].

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Dutch toolmaker Brink to open US shop in 2023

Plastics News

Dutch toolmaker Brink Group BV has appointed Mike Klestinec, a former owner of Dollins Tool Inc., as managing director of a tool shop and service department that it plans to open in Colorado in the first half of 2023.

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Chipotle pilots robots at key restaurants

Robotics Automation News

Chipotle Mexican Grill, one of the largest restaurant chains in the US, is piloting advanced technologies such as robotics to enhance its employee and guest experience by streamlining operations and reducing friction. The company recently began piloting two new technologies in its restaurants to deliver precise forecasting, optimal quality, and increased convenience for digital guests. […].

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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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Resin prices continue to slide

Plastics News

North American prices for PVC and polystyrene resins continued on a downward trajectory in October.

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Entering a New Phase: NIST Technique Simultaneously Locates Multiple Defects on Microchip Circuits

NIST Manufacturing

Defective computer chips are the bane of the semiconductor industry. Even a seemingly minor flaw in a chip packed with billions of electrical connections might cause a critical operation in a computer or other sensitive electronic device to fail.

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Private equity firm launches medical molder Arterex with US-, Italy-based acquisitions

Plastics News

London-based private equity firm Investindustrial is rolling up four North American and European medical plastics processors, as part of what it calls the first step in an "ambitious" build-up strategy to create a $100 million company.

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