Design World

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Modern machine design is all about delivering higher performance at a lower cost with higher reliability. Delivering these often-conflicting performance characteristics is the mark of a great designer, and for the most common form of industrial motion, rotation, newer applications such as SCARA robots and their end effectors need torque with low mass in the… The post Why frameless makes sense for critical motor applications appeared first on Design World.

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Automation World

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Optical or magnetic sensor technologies tend to have difficulties combining high accuracy and contamination resistance. However, inductive sensing technology can provide reliable and robust position-sensing capabilities for multiple industrial applications.

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Design World

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Engineers around the world are invited to apply for the 12th manus award in 2025. For more than two decades, the German manufacturer igus has been honoring applications that feature bold and sustainable use of plastic plain bearings. The winners will receive prize money of up to €5,000. The pressure on engineers in their day-to-day… The post Have a creative application for a plastic bearing?

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Automation World

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

The problem is that there are so many protocols that need to coexist because each delivers a unique set of features and benefits. However, time sensitive networking delivers a solution.

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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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Design World

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Naviq is introducing the MTS160, a state-of-the-art magnetic guide sensor for mobile robots, featuring patented angle measurement capabilities with 1-degree precision and position accuracy within 1mm. This unique dual functionality provides exceptional orientation and positioning precision, significantly improving the navigation capabilities of mobile robotic systems.

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Gary Mintchell

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

In the morning, I will be flying west to attend the Ignition Community Conference in Folsom, CA. I am behind on press releases. This one is timely. The conference is sold out, but they do have online options. It’s a good company with nice and very smart people. This release talks about partnerships—the biggest strategy going right now. Inductive Automation has announced the addition of seven companies to its Alliance Partner Program.

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Automation World

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

New functionalities include remote monitoring and OEE measurement, as well as diagnostics and debugging that can be performed across industrial cells.

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Design World

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

AutomationDirect has added more 1- and 2-channel E-stop relays, light curtain control relays, motor standstill monitoring relays, and combination speed/standstill monitoring relays from Dold. These additions offer more wire termination options, including push-in cage clamps, and the new combination speed/standstill monitoring relays provide a more versatile motor monitoring solution.

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Automation World

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

From data exploration and document access to SQL query generation, Snowflake’s new Copilot application is designed to boost productivity.

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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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Design World

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Last week, Design World took a moment to catch up with Chieftek Precision USA Product Marketing Specialist Henry Chou on the show floor at IMTS. Here’s what he had to say. What is it about big arms? On the beach, in an action film, or in the robotics industry — the larger arms get… The post Small arms deserve love too – Chieftek at IMTS 2024 appeared first on Design World.

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Automation World

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Promoted as lower-cost educational robot platform, Astorino is designed to provide students with the foundational robotics skills needed for modern manufacturing.

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Design World

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Orion Industries, Ltd. (Orion) celebrates its 60th anniversary as one of the most technologically advanced functional coating applicators in the industry, and as a respected leading functional industrial coatings partner for companies worldwide. “Orion’s investment and expertise in extensive automation and robotics provides our customers with consistently applied coatings that meet or exceed their demanding… The post Orion Industries celebrates 60 years of excellence in functional industri

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Robotics Business Review

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Organization: Simbe Country: U.S. Website: www.simberobotics.com Year Founded: 2014 Number of Employees: 11-50 Innovation Class: Application & Market Having products in the right place at the right price is critical for retailers. Inventory management, however, remains a painfully manual process. Manual audits are the reason why 60% of out-of-stock items are somewhere else in a store – and 50% of products ordered online are substituted or not found, found researchers.

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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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MRPEasy

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Manufacturing overhead is an essential part of manufacturing cost accounting and should be a key factor in determining your products’ prices. In this post, we review manufacturing overhead basics and see how manufacturing software can help streamline cost accounting. What is manufacturing overhead? Manufacturing overhead, or factory overhead, is a company’s indirect cost of production. […] The post Manufacturing Overhead – How Indirect Costs Affect Your Bottom Line appeared fir

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Robotics Business Review

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Faster production of mapping data can cut costs for the construction industry, says Mach9. Source: Mach9 Robotics Autonomous vehicles, delivery robots, and aerial drones all rely on geospatial data, as do construction and utility firms. Mach9 Robotics Inc. said it takes 3D data from lidar scans and turns it into 2D and 3D engineering models faster and cheaper than with conventional methods. “Just as CAD software allowed GPS to revolutionize the surveying industry, we set out to build power

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The Guardian Manufacturing

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Blow to UK shipbuilding hopes as Harland & Wolff declares itself insolvent Harland & Wolff, the owner of the Belfast shipyard that built the Titanic, will enter into administration this week after failing to find new funding, in a blow to UK government hopes of shipbuilding in the city. The company said on Monday said that it was insolvent and would appoint administrators from Teneo this week.

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E&T

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

BHP, the world’s largest mining company, expects global copper demand to rise to 52.5 million tonnes a year by 2050, a 72% increase from 2021.

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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

Plastics Today

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Schneider Electric partners with gr3n to scale the latter’s Microwave Assisted Depolymerization solution to broaden polyester circularity opportunities to include textiles.

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Control.com

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Inside the walls of a manufacturing or storage facility, AI is used heavily to prevent shortages and bottlenecks. Learn about the algorithms used within various warehouse applications.

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Plastics Today

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

The NGO claims it can completely eliminate the Great Pacific Garbage Patch in 10 years for $7.5 billion. That would be a great deal, if it were true.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Image: makedonski2015/stock.adobe.com Following a meeting of creditors yesterday morning, GoZero Group’s bid to acquire leading bus manufacturer BusTech has been approved. The acquisition is set to make GoZero Group the largest bus manufacturer in Australia. The deed of company arrangement is expected to be finalised in the coming days, pending the successful conclusion of discussions with state governments.

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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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Fastener News Desk

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

GE Aerospace Commits $1 Billion to Its MRO Network to Support Unprecedented Aftermarket Ramp-Up August 20, 2024 | by Jay Stowe It’s been a pretty good year for airline travel so far. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) recently reported that, as of May, total global air travel had increased 10.7% year over year. What’s more, IATA estimates that the world will set a new record for the total number of air travelers in 2024 (4.96 billion), and air cargo volume will reach 62 mill

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Plastics Today

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

An FDA-qualified accelerated testing tool verifies the performance of new materials at long human implant times.

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E&T

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Spanish scientists have used a biotech technique to significantly multiply the beta-carotene content of a lettuce, giving the leaves a nourishing boost as well as a golden hue.

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The Fabricator

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

KUKA ha lanzado su nuevo software KUKA.MixedReality que permite a los usuarios visualizar el entorno de las células robóticas en vivo en sus teléfonos inteligentes mediante realidad aumentada.

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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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Canadian Manufacturing

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

HALIFAX — The federal government invests $9.25 million through the Energy Innovation Program for two projects led by Net Zero Atlantic (NZA). These projects aim to develop offshore wind energy and bring forward more clean technologies in the Atlantic region to decarbonize the region’s electricity grid and supply the affordable, reliable and clean energy needed. “In the Atlantic, and in fact across Canada, clean energy is presenting an unparalleled opportunity to deliver affordable an

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The Fabricator

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

TRUMPF has introduced its TruMatic 5000 manufacturing cell with the new SheetMaster for material handling to the North American market.

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E&T

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Make UK’s latest Manufacturing outlook report reveals that despite a downturn in the sector’s output and growth, business confidence is the highest it has been in 11 years.

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