Sat.Apr 08, 2023

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FASTENATING: Jay-Cee Sales & Rivet Celebrates 75 Years

Fastener News Desk

Founded in 1948 and celebrating 75 years in the fastener industry. Founder, Jack Clinton 2023 marks 75 years of business for Jay-Cee Sales and Rivet Inc. In 1948, Jack Clinton founded the company in Detroit at 51 years of age. It began as an Army/Navy surplus store that sold various basic goods, along with a limited supply of fasteners like nuts, bolts, screws, and of course, rivets.

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Teledyne FLIR adds new functions to its thermal camera system

Robotics Automation News

Teledyne FLIR, part of Teledyne Technologies, has expanded the Boson+ thermal camera module product line with 24 compact models featuring 320 x 256 resolution. Radiometry, the ability to take the temperature of every pixel, as well as both MIPI and CMOS interfaces are now also available on all resolutions.

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Turning pollution into gold with SCADA, IPCs

Control Engineering

Learning Objectives H2S redox require that the quantities of differing chemical agents being added to the gas be adjusted constantly, which has required a manual expert be on-site in the past. Through the use of a SCADA system and the MQTT communication protocol, rapid data transfer can be achieved without consuming too much bandwidth, allowing the process to be automated even via a cellular network in a remote location.

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Apex.AI launches ‘full-scale’ business expansion in the Japanese market

Robotics Automation News

Apex.AI, a company developing safety-certified software for mobility and automotive applications, has expanded operations to Japan in response to “the growing demand” for software-defined vehicles and to better support businesses in the country. With a well-established presence in the United States and Europe, Apex.

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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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UE developer tool evaluation software released

Control Engineering

FDT Group announced the release of FDT UE developer tool evaluation software expediting the ability to build FDT3-based system and device type management (DTM) solutions to meet user demands for modern intelligent device management and monitoring initiatives needed to scale next generation industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) architectures. Suppliers of industrial automation systems and devices want to provide interoperable solutions supporting IIoT architectures.

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Automation reliability requires reliable power: ChatGPT tips

Control Engineering

Learning Objectives Understand automation design tip for power protection, such as: Use surge protection devices, use high-quality power supplies, consider uninterruptible power supplies. Review how monitoring power quality and relevant standards can help with providing reliability power to automation, controls and instrumentation. Power insights Automation reliability needs reliable power to protect against surges and other potential issues in automation, controls and instrumentation applicatio

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Xwing’s uncrewed aircraft system becomes FAA’s first certification project

Robotics Automation News

Autonomous aviation company Xwing has submitted a Project Specific Certification Plan (PSCP) to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), becoming the first Standard Category large unmanned aerial system (UAS) to receive official project designation. This marks the beginning of the process for approval of uncrewed commercial cargo operations in the national airspace.

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Balluff Unveils Inductive Sensor That Detects Ferrous and Non-ferrous Metals at Same Switching Distance

Control.com

Balluff’s new Factor 1 inductive sensors offer users a single sensor that senses both ferrous and non-ferrous metals at the same switching distance, fit for use in environments with various metal types.

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Czech retailer’s robots clean 20 million square metres

Robotics Automation News

Albert, said to be one of the Czech Republic’s largest retail brands, says its fleet of autonomous mobile robots have officially cleaned over 20 million square metres (215 million square feet), completing over 92,000 cleaning routes. The industrial cleaning robots were implemented across Albert’s Czech Republic hypermarkets and two distribution centres.

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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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ExRobotics develops ‘new and improved’ version of its inspection robot

Robotics Automation News

ExRobotics has developed a “new and improved” version of its ATEX-certified inspection robot, together with the help of Shell Pernis and DOW Terneuzen. ExRobotics says “many companies” have adopted this way of working, and as a result, there are now 30 of its robots operating worldwide on a daily basis.

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Convergix Automation solutions acquires Eagle Technologies

Robotics Automation News

Convergix Automation Solutions, an automation solutions company backed by private equity firm Crestview Partners, has completed the acquisition of Eagle Technologies, a Bridgman, Michigan-based systems integrator specializing in turnkey automated production and testing solutions.

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Saudi Industrial Investment Group stakes $70 million in Unibio

Robotics Automation News

Producer of high quality, sustainable protein for the global animal feed market Unibio has announced an investment of approximately $70 million from the Saudi Industrial Investment Group (SIIG). Unibio was the Wealth Club’s first ever single company Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS) offer to its clients in 2017.

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Artificial Intelligence: UNESCO calls on all Governments to implement Global Ethical Framework ‘without delay’

Robotics Automation News

Following calls by over 1,000 tech workers this week for a pause in the training of the most powerful AI systems, including Chat GPT, UNESCO is calling on countries to fully implement its Recommendation on the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence immediately.

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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