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Engineering Materials for Sustainability Is All-Hands-on-Deck Mission

Plastics Today

An NSF-funded think tank gathered dozens of researchers, industry leaders, policymakers, and investors to brainstorm novel ways of making materials more sustainable.

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How Integrated CAD/CAM Transforms Inventions Into Products

Modern Machine Shop

When Devin Hamilton (left) and engineering assistant Alex Peña work on-site for contract programming services, a tablet provides a remote connection to Hamilton's CAD workstation at his office. For the duo, this kind of teamwork calls for resourcefulness and ingenuity — the same skills that they apply to solving a customer's CNC programming challenges.

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Mentorship Matters: A Fresh Perspective from a Young Female Newcomer to a Mature Male-Dominated Industry

Mold Making Technology

Photo Credit, all images: Accede Mold and Tool In the dynamic realm of moldmaking and engineering, breaking barriers is not just a choice; it's a necessity. Jane Huot, a 23-year-old mold designer and project manager, celebrated her one-year anniversary with Accede Mold & Tool this past summer. Recently, Jane celebrated another milestone in her journey: her first business trip.

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Automation Talk: Focus on Software

The Fabricator

Today, automation is seen not just within and between machinery, but also within software—especially the kind that facilitates seamless information flow throughout the organization. With the right data and supported by best manufacturing practices, modern software can be the spark that sets the virtuous cycle of improvement in motion. Software has become integral to daily life, and it's set to transform the precision metal fabrication business.

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Navigating the Future: Generative AI, Application Analytics, and Data

Generative AI is upending the way product developers & end-users alike are interacting with data. Despite the potential of AI, many are left with questions about the future of product development: How will AI impact my business and contribute to its success? What can product managers and developers expect in the future with the widespread adoption of AI?

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Manufacturing 2050 – Glimpsing Crucial Role of Metrology

Metrology

As we look ahead to the year 2050, the manufacturing sector is expected to undergo unprecedented changes, ushering in a new era of efficiency, sustainability, and innovation. One critical aspect that will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of manufacturing is metrology. The post Manufacturing 2050 – Glimpsing Crucial Role of Metrology appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Zimmermann Milling Machine Enhances Stability in Heavy Machining

Modern Machine Shop

Photo Credit: Zimmerman Inc. Zimmermann Inc. ’s FZU/FZP42 machine line offers efficient five-axis portal milling machines for heavy workpiece machining. These machines feature a thermo-symmetrical design that incorporates a centrally-guided Z-slide. This particular construction, as well as the guide layout, is said to increase machine stability, while also saving weight — resulting in a more dynamic, productive and energy-efficient machine.

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5th Axis Announces New Appointments to Sales Team

Modern Machine Shop

Eric Nekich, vice president of sales. Photo Credit: 5th Axis Inc. 5th Axis Inc. has announced new additions to its sales team, including the appointment of Eric Nekich to the position of vice president of sales, as well as the appointment of Sean Van Derel as a territory sales representative of the Chicago region. Nekich is said to have extensive experience in sales management within the manufacturing automation and workholding industries.

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Universal Robots updates M8 connector on e-Series cobots

Robotics Business Review

Universal Robots recently announced a change to the M8 connector on all of its e-Series collaborative robot arms (cobots). The connecter was changed from a male version to a female version. It said the planned implementation will take effect in production cobots by the end of the first quarter of 2024. Universal Robots, the world’s leading developer of cobot arms, said it also update the tool cap to fit with the new female version of the M8 connecter.

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Tata Steel ‘open to more UK investment’ despite Port Talbot job cuts

The Guardian Manufacturing

Exclusive : Steelworks owner to float possibility of new, smaller plant as it prepares to defend redundancies in Wales to MPs The owner of the Port Talbot steelworks is preparing to mount a defence of its decision to cut thousands of jobs at the south Wales plant, and float the possibility of creating more UK jobs in future, during testimony to MPs this week.

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Adaptability is key for robotic arms, FAULHABER says

Robotics Business Review

The range of manipulation tasks that robots can carry out is growing, according to FAULHABER. It includes everything from grasping and holding to clamping and screwing, as well as foaming and welding, said the German company. When it comes to standardized mass production, specialized robots can perform the same tasks day and night. But many processes require flexibility, such as when it comes to batch size 1.

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Manufacturing Sustainability Surge: Your Guide to Data-Driven Energy Optimization & Decarbonization

Speaker: Kevin Kai Wong, President of Emergent Energy Solutions

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.

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Airbus Opens Hydrogen Tech Center in Germany

Plastics Today

A priority is the development of cost-competitive, lightweight hydrogen systems in composites to further the goal of getting a hydrogen-powered aircraft in the sky by 2035.

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‘METROLOGY BREW’ News Bulletin – 29th January

Metrology

Summary of headline metrology and smart manufacturing news from the past 7 days. The post ‘METROLOGY BREW’ News Bulletin – 29th January appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Fraunhofer and Industry Partners Work To Address Electric Motor Sustainability

Control.com

The Fraunhofer Institute and a group of collaborative industrial players are developing sustainable reuse and recycling strategies for electric motors, as well as developing new electric motor designs.

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BMW Manufacturing To Bring Humanoid Robots Into Automotive Production

Metrology

Figure, a California-based company developing autonomous humanoid robots, has announced that it has signed a commercial agreement with US BMW Manufacturing Co. to deploy general purpose robots in automotive manufacturing environments. The post BMW Manufacturing To Bring Humanoid Robots Into Automotive Production appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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How Embedded Analytics Gets You to Market Faster with a SAAS Offering

Start-ups & SMBs launching products quickly must bundle dashboards, reports, & self-service analytics into apps. Customers expect rapid value from your product (time-to-value), data security, and access to advanced capabilities. Traditional Business Intelligence (BI) tools can provide valuable data analysis capabilities, but they have a barrier to entry that can stop small and midsize businesses from capitalizing on them.

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Johnson Controls Metasys NU Series Comprehensive Guide

DO Supply

The Metasys System The Metasys System is an industry-leading, network-based Building Automation System (BAS) manufactured by Johnson Controls (formerly Johnson Electric Service Company). This system uses advanced technology to integrate HVAC systems, fire protection, lighting, energy management, security, and other subsystems of a commercial building into a centralized control platform, in which the subsystems communicate… The post Johnson Controls Metasys NU Series Comprehensive Guide fir

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Inline Optical Inspection Specialist PIXARGUS Acquired By CiTEX Group

Metrology

PIXARGUS is now a wholly owned subsidiary of CiTEX Holding GmbH. CiTEX Holding is committed to promoting and developing innovative, cross-sector technologies for the industry with a particular focus on extrusion. The post Inline Optical Inspection Specialist PIXARGUS Acquired By CiTEX Group appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Draft Safety Standard For Coordinate Measuring Machines Published

Metrology

Experts from industry and trade associations have developed a uniform level of protection for coordinate measuring machines as a VDMA standard sheet, which will be published for comment. The post Draft Safety Standard For Coordinate Measuring Machines Published appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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