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Laine Chan: Strong engineers aren’t afraid to ask for help

Design World

This profile will be featured in Design World’s upcoming Engineering Diversity & Inclusion issue. Solving problems first drew Laine Chan to engineering. As a young girl, she loved working on puzzles, playing with Lego blocks, and helping her dad assemble Ikea furniture. She also had a natural affinity for math and science, so engineering seemed… The post Laine Chan: Strong engineers aren’t afraid to ask for help appeared first on Design World.

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Rockwell Automation Partners with Everactive For Condition Monitoring

Gary Mintchell

I had just about given up on more news and innovation on the sensing side of automation and IoT, and then news arrives from Rockwell Automation about another hardware partnership. The company is partnering with Everactive for wireless and battery-less condition monitoring solutions. Everactive’s solutions will complement Rockwell Automation’s Dynamix product line.

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PT WORK Force continues to support PT/MC Employers with valuable resources

Design World

The need to find right-fit people and motivate employees to take advantage of future growth opportunities is more important than ever. Because of the generous contributions made by companies and individuals to the PTDA Foundation 2023 Fund Drive, the charitable arm of the Power Transmission Distributors Association, power transmission/motion control (PT/MC) employers are further empowered… The post PT WORK Force continues to support PT/MC Employers with valuable resources appeared first on

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OnLogic Joins Inductive Automation’s Partner Program

Control.com

As an Inductive Automation Alliance Partner Program member, OnLogic’s hardware offerings are now more accessible to Ignition software users.

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Speeding Robotics Automation with AI

The $53 trillion manufacturing economy in the US is undergoing a major automation paradigm shift due to Artificial Intelligence (AI). Thanks to new practical frameworks, automation projects that were once impossible or inefficient to implement are now being fast-tracked, and robotics automation is becoming increasingly relevant to a growing number of users and scenarios.

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Beckhoff cuts CNC programming complexity with enhanced features

Design World

Well-known for flexible and powerful CNC solutions, Beckhoff now provides a comprehensive package of different cycles for triple-axis milling and drilling. TwinCAT 3 CNC Milling Base helps engineers speed up programming, increasing speed to market and customization. With numerous new function blocks, the software update encapsulates the required processes in parameterizable and reusable modules.

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AutomationDirect adds RHINO series power supplies to switching power selection

Design World

AutomationDirect has added RHINO PRO PSRP and RHINO TOUGH PSRT series power supplies to their extensive selection of switching power supplies. The PSRP series power supplies feature a sleek, space-saving design with push-in connectors, a rugged aluminum housing, and many DC power options including: Single-phase input unit with 12 Vdc output at 120 W Single-phase… The post AutomationDirect adds RHINO series power supplies to switching power selection appeared first on Design World.

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Protect Your Invention with a Patent Attorney

Robotics Automation News

The journey of inventing is often a thrilling and exhilarating experience. The spark of an innovative idea, the excitement of creating something new, and the potential to make a lasting impact can be incredibly motivating. However, with great innovation comes the responsibility of protecting your idea to ensure that it remains exclusively yours.

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Melted lunar dust could pave streets on the Moon

E&T

Dust is one of the main challenges faced by astronauts and spacecraft on the Moon: it erodes space suits, clogs machinery, interferes with scientific instruments and makes moving around difficult. However, p aving the lunar surface could help to address this problem. “You might think: ‘Streets on the moon, who needs that?’” said Professor Jens Günster, a co-author of the report.

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Startups in the Robotics Industry

Robotics Automation News

By Michael Mayr, industrial equipment industry sales strategy expert, Dassault Systèmes Every robotics startup starts with just a clever idea.

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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 if they were right? Hone your critical thinking skills!

Chris Hohmann

We have all seen this picture. It’s a classic that’s been around for years. We smile, we laugh. But have you ever asked yourself the question: what if the toilers with the square wheels were right? I share 2 concrete examples illustrating the justified rejection of wheels.

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Moving Grains, Equipment and Software: The Right Way to Ship New Generation Agricultural equipment Domestically and Internationally

Robotics Automation News

From the rudimentary tools of early agriculture to the sophisticated machinery of today, farming has undergone a remarkable transformation over the millennia. We now stand on the cusp of another agricultural revolution where robots are poised to redefine the landscape of farming once more.

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Ford recalls over 238,000 Explorers to replace axle bolts that can fail after US opens investigation

Canadian Manufacturing

Ford is recalling more than 238,000 Explorers in the U.S. because a rear axle bolt can fail, potentially causing a loss of drive power or allowing the SUVs to roll away while in park. The recall comes after U.S. safety regulators opened an investigation into the problem after getting two complaints that repairs didn’t work in two previous recalls this year and in 2022.

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PickNik Robotics raises $2 million in pre-seed investment round

Robotics Automation News

PickNik Robotics, a provider of “unstructured robotics software”, says it has reached a major milestone in its mission to bring robot arms “out of factories and into our everyday lives”.

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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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Up, Up, and Away to the Clouds: Cisco Multicloud Specialist Certifications

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it’s the latest certifications from Cisco Learning and Certifications !

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Comau builds ‘high-performance’ automation system for NIO electric drive production

Robotics Automation News

Comau has implemented a “high-performance turnkey solution” to automate manufacturing of NIO’s next-generation electric drive systems. The multi-faceted project also ensures fast and reliable co-line production for the electric vehicle manufacturer’s third-gen induction and permanent magnet motors, both of which are integral parts of its proprietary electric drive systems (EDS).

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PULS completes acquisition of wireless charging specialist Wiferion

Automation Mag

PULS recently completed the acquisition of Wiferion and its wireless charging business and technology on October 1. The company shares in a press statement that it took an opportunity to expand its business with a new technology, which is promising for many of its customers: wireless charging of autonomous guided vehicles and mobile robots. “As a pioneer, Wiferion has successfully developed inductive charging to maximize the performance of industrial electric vehicles such as autonomous gu

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TXI lends weight to America’s ‘Titanium Economy’

Robotics Automation News

Q&A with Jason Hehman, Client Partner at TXI Popularized by the bestselling book of the same name, written by three McKinsey analysts, “The Titanium Economy” refers to “a group of companies could consistently outperform the market, create millions of high-quality American jobs and lead technological innovation while building a more sustainable future”.

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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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How to Make Complex Manufacturing Easier with Connected Process Control

eFlex Systems

Learn how new connected process control technologies are simplifying complex manufacturing and making production environments more flexible and controlled.

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The Role of AI Predictive Models in Autonomous Robotics

Robotics Automation News

The world of technology has evolved at an astonishing rate in the last few decades. With the rapid advancement in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, autonomous robotics has emerged as a critical area that’s shaping the future. These robots, designed to perform tasks without human intervention, owe their increasing sophistication to AI predictive models.

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Households face higher bills due to relaxation of climate targets, experts say

E&T

Last month, Sunak reduced ambitions on a raft of green policies, including pushing back the ban on the sales of new petrol and diesel cars from 2030 to 2035; phasing out 80 per cent of new gas boilers, rather than all of them, by 2035; delaying the ban on off-grid oil boilers to 2035; pledging to not introduce new home energy efficiency regulations for landlords or homeowners; and ruling out taxes to discourage flying.

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How AI and Machine Learning Are Transforming Payroll Processing

Robotics Automation News

In a world not too long ago, payroll processing was a tedious task, often likened to the meticulous craftsmanship of a watchmaker. Every cog, every gear, every tiny piece had to be in perfect harmony for the entire machinery to work.

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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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Securing the Modern Hyper-Distributed Network: Perspectives from the 2023 Gartner Magic Quadrant™ for SD-WAN

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

A typical day’s tasks for today’s modern worker are frequently distributed across multiple devices, applications, and locations.

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Norm Fasteners Celebrating 50 Years & Three Generations

Fastener News Desk

FASTENATING NEWS SERIES: “Celebrating Your Success” FND: Can you tell us about Norm Fasteners founder Nedim Uysal, and how he came to start a fastener business back in 1973? How has the Uysal family business continued to grow and thrive through three generations of family leadership? NF: In 1973, our journey started with a single double-stroke machine by our founder Nedim UYSAL.

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The business case for investing in high-powered laser cutting

The Fabricator

Tennessee-based Cupples’ J&J Co. has been pushing the limits of high-power fiber laser cutting for years. The strategy has helped the metal fabricator become a leader in rapidly growing markets.

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MGS Buys Danish Moldmaker

Plastics Today

Winther Mould Technology has 56 years of experience designing and fabricating tooling for the medical molding sector.

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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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Orbital wrapping machines feature textured powder coating as standard

The Fabricator

TAB Industries LLC has introduced new powder-coated steel machine guarding for its TAB Wrapper Tornado line of orbital wrapping machines.

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Portuguese Compounder Set to Open First North American Plant

Plastics Today

The Cabopol production unit in Monterrey, Mexico, is expected to reach an annual capacity of 25,000 tons.

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UK regulators finally clear Microsoft’s $69bn takeover of Activision

E&T

The UK watchdog initially blocked the acquisition over worries it would “alter the future of the fast-growing cloud gaming market”, leading to reduced innovation and fewer choices for UK gamers. In response, the company reworked the agreement, offering to sell Activision’s non-European streaming rights to Ubisoft Entertainment as a way to assuage the regulator’s concerns.

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