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BMW Uses Boston Dynamics' Spot Robot to Collect IoT Data

Automation World

To help gather data for its facility digital twin, BMW has deployed the Spot quadruped mobile robot, equipped with IoT sensors, as a more cost-effective way to gather operating measurements.

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Manufacturing robot installed base to reach 16.3M by 2030, says ABI Research

Robotics Business Review

Manufacturers need to master data analytics and robotics to adapt to demographic changes, says ABI Research. Source: Adobe Stock In January 2024 , the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that U.S. manufacturers had more than 600,000 vacancies. Two contributing factors include a wave of baby boomers reaching retirement age and a dearth of younger workers considering careers in manufacturing.

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BMW Uses Boston Dynamics' Spot Robot to Collect IoT Data

Automation World

To help gather data for its facility digital twin, BMW has deployed the Spot quadruped mobile robot, equipped with IoT sensors, as a more cost-effective way to gather operating measurements.

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Wildfires and fossil fuel burning caused record surge in atmospheric CO2 levels in 2024

E&T

The biggest-ever annual rise in atmospheric CO2 levels has been recorded by a Hawaii-based atmospheric monitoring station.

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Emergent Energy Optimizes Steam Systems with Panoramic Power’s Technology

Manufacturers face increasing pressure to curb energy waste and emissions. Emergent Energy specializes in optimizing industrial steam systems, leveraging Panoramic Power’s real-time energy intelligence to drive efficiency. By analyzing steam system performance, Emergent Energy pinpoints inefficiencies and implements targeted improvements. This article explores how data-driven steam optimization transforms wasted energy into measurable savings, ensuring compliance with sustainability regulations.

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New transformers arrive in VIC to connect big battery to grid

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: malp/stock.adobe.com Acting Premier Ben Carroll and Minister for the State Electricity Commission Lily DAmbrosio today welcomed the installation of two giant 335 tonne transformers at the 600-megawatt Melbourne Renewable Energy Hub (MREH) in Plumpton. This is a milestone for one of the worlds biggest renewable energy storage batteries, with all 444 Tesla Megapack big battery components now in place at the MREH.

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Primech AI improves HYTRON cleaning robot performance with NVIDIA tech

Robotics Business Review

The latest version of the HYTRON cleaning robot uses NVIDIA hardware and software. Source: Primech AI Primech AI Pte. Ltd. last week said it has integrated an NVIDIA system on module, or SoM, in its latest HYTRON bathroom cleaning robot. The Singapore-based company said this enhancement demonstrates its commitment to using cutting-edge technology to refine and advance its robotics offerings.

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What is Production Downtime? Key Terms Explained

MRPEasy

Unplanned downtime is more than just lost productionit’s a race against time to stop excessive damage to a company. This post explores downtime in manufacturing, ways of mitigating it, and the crucial difference between unplanned and planned downtime. What is production downtime? Production downtime refers to any period in time during which a manufacturing process […] The post What is Production Downtime?

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Accelerate your business growth today

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: ICN Expanding your reach in an existing market or growing into a new market successfully can be a pivotal milestone for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Do it well and it can significantly grow your business, get it wrong and it can drain resources. The challenge for many is that prospective customers either dont know who you are, are happy with who they use because they dont know why you are better or the current alternative is a different way of doing things.

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Local council to rely solely on AI to find potholes needing repair

E&T

AI is going to be deployed by Surrey County Council to help it detect potholes so they can be swiftly repaired.

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Pure air, pure medicine: The power of 100 per cent oil-free air

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Atlas Copco Rental In the process of manufacturing pharmaceuticals, every input into the final products must be scrupulously hygienic and sterile, from the start to the end of the manufacturing process. Atlas Copco Rental supplied a ZT315FF VSD oil-free air compressor to its customer, a major pharmaceutical manufacturer who manufactures and distributes a wide range of healthcare products and is a key supplier to both the private and public sectors.

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Accelerate Americas Manufacturing Agility & Supply Chain Resilience

Discover how to accelerate manufacturing agility and build supply chain resilience in our live webinar on February 6, 2025, at 3 PM PST. Explore insights from a former SpaceX leader on scaling hardware production, balancing speed with quality, and leveraging advanced tools like ION Factory OS. Learn from historical examples and modern approaches to innovation while uncovering how AI and real-time data can automate processes, strengthen supply chain operations, and ensure scalability.

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Toyota Material Handling and Raymond Corporation unite to form Toyota Material Handling North America

Automation Mag

Toyota Material Handling and The Raymond Corporation, two providers of material handling solutions (including autonomous guided vehicles) will formally integrate into one company under the name Toyota Material Handling North America (TMHNA), effective April 1. TMHNA announced its commitment to maintaining unique brand identities for both Raymond and Toyota in the marketplace.

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Dynamic Manufacturing India Jan Feb 2025 edition

Dinesh Mishra

Precision and sustainability are redefining the metal-cutting landscape, driven by rapid technological advancements and evolving global demands. From cutting-edge tool materials and digitalization to automated processes and eco-friendly practices, the industry is undergoing a transformative shift. This comprehensive feature dives into the latest innovations shaping the sector, highlighting how manufacturers, suppliers, and leaders are leveraging new technologies to enhance efficiency and meet su

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British Steel colleagues graduate as Doctors of Engineering

Manufacturing Management

Gloria Taiwo-Adegbola, who is a Rail Technologist in the Rail Technologies Team at the Scunthorpe site and Adam Wilby, the Area Technical Manager for Special Profiles at the Skinningrove site have both just graduated from the University of Sheffield.

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Plan for the Year Ahead: Preparing Your Business for Changing Times

Fabricating & Metal Work

A cash flow analysis helps a business understand where its money is coming from and where its going. It provides insight into cash management, ensuring there are enough funds to cover ongoing expenses. The beginning of a New Year brings the opportunity to take stock of your current business situation, reevaluate your operations, and assess the goals for the year.

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Unmasking Energy Waste: Manufacturing’s Hidden Inefficiencies and Costly Impacts

Energy inefficiencies are silent thieves eroding manufacturing profits and sustainability efforts. From overworked pumps to leaky compressed air systems, these hidden drains often go unnoticed without advanced energy monitoring. Panoramic Power empowers manufacturers with granular, device level energy visibility, and real-time insights to identify and eliminate inefficiencies, transforming waste into savings.

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BAE Systems delivers NASA’s SPHEREx Observatory for launch

Manufacturing Management

BAE Systems has successfully delivered NASAs Spectro-Photometer for the History of the Universe, Epoch of Reionisation and Ices Explorer (SPHEREx) Observatory to Vandenberg Space Force Base in California.

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How to Prepare Your CNC Machines and Robots for Optimal Performance Post-Shutdown

Fabricating & Metal Work

In previous industrial maintenance roles, I would colloquialize Benjamin Franklins tagline If you fail to plan, you plan to fail. It goes without saying, we are as good as our process. We oftentimes spend countless hours fine tuning our machines and programs to then find a brief event took out the machine. We pride ourselves in cases of having SRAM backups to restore our parameters and part programs mitigating downtime.

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A.R.T to attend Southern Manufacturing & Electronics

Manufacturing Management

Advanced Rework Technology Ltd (A.R.T.

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Increase Uptime: Fewer Unexpected Failures Mean More Time for Production

Fabricating & Metal Work

When you leverage technologies and connectivity you benefit from high levels of data-driven predictive and preventative maintenance capabilities, which boosts your production capabilities and reduces downtime. The Future of Intelligently Networked Manufacturing CELOS Xperience is the application platform within CELOS X, while CELOS Xchange forms the hub for data-based value creation.

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The Supply Chain in 2025: What to Expect

In 2025, the Supply Chain continues its evolution toward “Logistics 4.0,” inspired by Industry 4.0. Two major characteristics define this transformation: automation, driven by robotic solutions, and prediction, paving the way for an era of planning and simulation powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI).

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Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 Showcases Momentum Towards Green Mobility

Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

The Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025, India’s premier global mobility event, commenced on January 17th, 2025. Running until January 22nd, the second edition of this expo underscores sustainability and innovation within the mobility ecosystem, reflected in its theme, “Beyond Boundaries: Co-creating Future Automotive Value Chain.” This years event, supported by the Ministry of Commerce & Industry and the Engineering Exports Promotion Council (EEPC) India in partnership with k

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The American Injection Molding Institute Partners With PennWest University for Plastics Injection Molding Degree Program

Mold Making Technology

Sources | The American Injection Molding Institute and Pennsylvania Western University The American Injection Molding Institute (AIM) and Pennsylvania Western University (PennWest) announce a strategic partnership to develop a concentration in Plastics Injection Molding under the PennWest Associate of Applied Science in Applied Technology (AAS-AT) degree.

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Trilogy Machinery names director of sales

The Fabricator

Trilogy Machinery, a distributor of metal fabricating machinery in Belcamp, Md., has promoted Matt Weeks to director of sales.

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Optimizing Steam Systems: A Crucial Aspect of Industrial Efficiency

Manufacturing Tomorrow

By Ricardo Aguirre, CEO

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The 2nd Generation of Innovation Management: A Survival Guide

Speaker: Chris Townsend, VP of Product Marketing, Wellspring

Over the past decade, companies have embraced innovation with enthusiasm—Chief Innovation Officers have been hired, and in-house incubators, accelerators, and co-creation labs have been launched. CEOs have spoken with passion about “making everyone an innovator” and the need “to disrupt our own business.” But after years of experimentation, senior leaders are asking: Is this still just an experiment, or are we in it for the long haul?

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WAFIOS announces changes to executive board

The Fabricator

WAFIOS has announced that Martin Holder is retiring from its executive board. The new board comprises Dr.-Ing. Uwe-Peter Weigmann, Dipl.- Ing. Jrg Eisele, and Dipl.-Ing. Martin Mayer.

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One Equity Partners Completes Investment in Comau, an Italian Industrial Automation Leader

Manufacturing Tomorrow

-One Equity Partners (OEP) completes investment in Comau to support the companys next phase of growth. -Under OEPs ownership, Comau will have access to additional capital to grow its competencies in diversified sectors and to enhance and expand its Italian roots.

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CAD viewing tool update gives users more control over files

The Fabricator

Jetcam has released an update to its CAD Viewer, a free tool that allows for viewing of all major 2D CAD files on a PC.

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Most Expensive CS2 Stickers

Robotics Automation News

The most common method for making custom skins in Counter-Strike 2 is using stickers. Most players just think of stickers as a way to personalize their in-game look, but the right ones can greatly increase the worth of an upgraded weapon. Want to know which CS2 sticker costs the most?

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?

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No-code software tool aids robot interface programming

The Fabricator

ABB has launched AppStudio, a no-code software tool designed to help operators of all experience levels create customized robotic user interfaces.

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RIGSA Introduces Robotic Inspection Technology to Enhance Efficiency and Safety in Energy Infrastructure Projects in Panama

Manufacturing Tomorrow

Revolutionizing Energy Infrastructure Maintenance with Robotic Inspection Technology

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Cleaner brightens aluminum, stainless steel

The Fabricator

Madison Chemical has introduced Aluma-Shine 1028, a mildly acidic cleaner designed for aluminum alloys, especially bright and decorative surfaces.

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NETZSCH to highlight complex fluid handling solutions for poultry applications at IPPE 2025

Manufacturing Tomorrow

Visit Booth B36044 to learn about NETZSCH pumps designed for the gentle, sanitary product handling and cleanability requirements of the poultry industry

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The Future of Manufacturing: Behind-the-Scene Insights from the IMTS Conference