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9.5 mm potentiometer with four-section ganging and 1kΩ – 1000 kΩ resistance range

Design World

Same Skys Motion & Control Groupannounced two new rotary potentiometer series offering ganging up to four sections. Housed in a 9.5 mm package, the PTN09X and PTN09SX series feature resistance ratings from 1 up to 1000 k, shaft lengths of 15, 20, or 25 mm, and D-cut, knurled, or slotted shaft styles. Ideal for control […] The post 9.5 mm potentiometer with four-section ganging and 1k – 1000 k resistance range appeared first on Design World.

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New Mobile Collaborative Robot Combines High-Payload Autonomous Mobility and Precision Robotics Arm

Gary Mintchell

You got peanut butter in my chocolate; no, you got chocolate in my peanut butter. This didnt come to me because I just ate a dish of peanut butter chocolate ice cream. No, its because someone got their collaborative robot on someone elses autonomous mobil robot (AMR). OK, a stretch. But why not add to the capabilities of an AMR. Makes sense to me. Mobile Industrial Robots (MiR) announced the MC600 mobile collaborative robot (cobot), the latest addition to its growing list of MiR Go Approved prod

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Using Modular Coding to Untangle Spaghetti Code

Automation World

Do you know how to handle the spaghetti code problem? Take this quiz to find out.

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Being right too soon about the Goal Tree went well for me

Chris Hohmann

Usually, being right too soon has detrimental effects. That is if others, your colleagues, your peers or supervisors aren’t ready to consider the possibility youre promoting. In my case, being right too soon about the Goal Tree went well for me, despite others not being ready to follow.

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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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Norstat announces SR E, SR E4C for E-Stop buttons, safety switches

Design World

Norstat now offers the SR E and SR E4C, safety interfaces for E-Stop buttons and safety switches. The ReeR SR E and SR E4C are safety interfaces for E-Stop buttons and safety switches that are equipped with selectable automatic or manual start/restart command. They utilize either screw terminal blocks or clamp terminal blocks and have… The post Norstat announces SR E, SR E4C for E-Stop buttons, safety switches appeared first on Design World.

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Levita Magnetics reports its first dual-robot surgical procedure

Robotics Business Review

Dr. Jeffrey Cadeddu at UT Southwestern Medical Center using the Levita Magnetics MARS system with the Intuitive da Vinci SP for a prostatectomy. | Source: Levita Magnetics Levita Magnetics Inc. this week claimed that a surgeon has performed the worlds first procedure using two different surgical robots. The surgical robotics developer said the operation shows how platforms from different manufacturers might deliver better patient outcomes when used together.

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Boeing Invests $1 Billion to Boost 787 Production

Industry Week

The aim is to increase production of the 787 Dreamliner to 10 every month by 2026, Boeing said.

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Unleashing the potential of AI in robotics

Robotics Business Review

The Robot Report Podcast Unleashing the potential of AI in robotics In Episode 177 of The Robot Report Podcast, we feature an interview with Ben Wolff, co-founder and CEO of Palladyne AI. What is Palladyne AI? In the featured interview this week, Mike Oitzman and Gene Demaitre interview Ben Wolff, co-founder and CEO of Paladine AI. Ben discusses the company’s evolution from hardware-focused robotics to a software-centric approach.

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ZEISS expands direct sales in Canada for metrology and inspection technologies starting January 2025

Automation Mag

ZEISS Industrial Quality Solutions, a specialist in metrology and inspection technologies and software, has announced a transition to direct sales in the Canadian market for ZEISS Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs), Vision Measuring Machines (VMMs), CT/X-Ray solutions, industrial light microscopes, and Surface, Form and Geometry (SF&G) products, effective January 1, 2025.

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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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North West SME manufacturers to benefit from £230k digital transformation funding boost

Manufacturing Management

Researchers at the University of Liverpool are working with Merseyside and Cheshire community groups on a new research project to address the rising flood risk across the region.

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Connected Worker Tech and AI, Technologies that Provide Fast Results

Industry Week

Industry leaders discuss the immediate impact of connected-worker systems and AI on manufacturing, offering insights into accelerating profits and efficiency.

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Jersey Shore Steel expands capacity by 25%

The Fabricator

Jersey Shore Steel, a steel mill manufacturer of precision angles and specialty shapes, has announced it is increasing capacity by 25%.

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Connected Worker Tech and AI, Technologies that Provide Fast Results

Industry Week

Industry leaders discuss the immediate impact of connected-worker systems and AI on manufacturing, offering insights into accelerating profits and efficiency.

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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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Warren Controls Announces Updates to ValveWorks® Program for Enhanced Sizing and Selection Process

Manufacturing Tomorrow

Free Online Tool Receives Significant Updates to Streamline User Experience and Expand Functionality

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DEI Dissent, Essential Agility and More Disruption Is on the Way: IndustryWeek's Weekly Reads

Industry Week

Also, why psychological safety is so important and the benefits of design thinking.

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Tube markets limp across 2024 finish line

The Fabricator

Looking for a bright spot in manufacturing numbers? Keep lookingthe latest figures paint a bleak picture for now.

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Opinion: Will autonomous cars ever gain regulatory approval to operate freely on public roads?

Robotics Automation News

The news that General Motors has decided to fold Cruise into its overall business should send shock waves through the industry. If Cruise cant do it, with all its money and giant parents backing, who can?

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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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Finish Thompson

Manufacturing Tomorrow

The Last Frontier: How Pumps Support Research Stations and Renewable Energy on Antarctica

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Registration opens for Powder Coating Week 2025

The Fabricator

PCIs Powder Coating Week 2025 returns to the Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld in Orlando, Fla., April 14-16.

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Embotech receives $27 million in funding to expand its autonomous tow truck business

Robotics Automation News

Embotech, an innovator in autonomous driving solutions for industrial logistics, has received CHF23.5 million (approximately $27 million) in Series B funding to help the company scale its autonomous tow truck business. The company calls its solutions Automated Vehicle Marshalling (AVM) and Autonomous Terminal Tractor (ATT).

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AMS 2025 Highlights Big Changes in 3D Printing with Pivotal Speakers and Panels

Additive Manufacturing

2023 was filled with excitement around the potential mergers being pursued by industry stalwart Stratasys (Nasdaq: SSYS), leading to some of the most insightful conversations imaginable at Additive Manufacturing Strategies (AMS) 2024. Things have gotten even more complex, promising that AMS 2025 will be that much more fruitful. The roster for the show, including sponsors and speakers, has filled out substantially, foretelling the most eventful AMS to date.

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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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General Motors to shut down autonomous car developer Cruise despite $10 billion spend

Robotics Automation News

General Motors is planning to close down Cruise, its autonomous vehicle technology development business, after the startup had racked up expenses of approximately $10 billion while generating revenues of only $500 million.

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Huawei invests $413M into robotics subsidiary

Robotics Business Review

Huawei has made several moves recently that indicate robotics becoming a bigger priority for the company. | Source: Adobe Stock Huawei Technologies, a Shenzhen-based telecommunications provider, last week invested 3 billion yuan (about $413 million) into its subsidiary Dongguan Jimu Machinery. The South China Morning Post first reported this story. Huawei has not publicly disclosed the investment.

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AMADA WELD TECH Implements Advanced Blue Diode Laser Technology for Micro Welding Applications

Manufacturing Tomorrow

Revolutionizing Micro Welding with High-Brightness Blue Diode Lasers for Greater Efficiency and Precision in Challenging Materials

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Miliband outlines ‘ambitious reforms’ as part of the government’s Clean Power 2030 Action Plan

E&T

Labour has published a report setting out a roadmap for how to decarbonise the grid by 2030.

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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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Advanced Metallic Production and Processing Center coming to Detroit in 2025

The Fabricator

LIFT will introduce its new Advanced Metallic Production and Processing Center in 2025 in Detroit.

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IBM study shows that vehicles may be software defined and AI powered by 2035

Canadian Manufacturing

ARMONK The IBM Institute for Business Value published its latest ‘Automotive 2035’ study which reveals an industry grappling with an erratic transition away from current products and business models. The study highlights that over the next decade, 80% of new cars will have a powertrain that will be electrified to some extent, according to respondents.

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Predictions: Ultimation Industries forecasts five material handling trends for 2025

Robotics Automation News

Artificial intelligence and other smart technologies are expected to help boost operational efficiency Smart technologies such as robotics, automation and artificial intelligence (AI) in material handling operations are expected to be among the top trends in 2025 for manufacturers, distributors and warehouses in their quest to improve operational efficiency, according to Ultimation Industries.