Automation World
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Manufacturing execution system software, when implemented correctly, can highlight the biggest problem areas in the factory to drive ROI goals such as boosting yields, reducing scrap and increasing product quality.
Gary Mintchell
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Manufacturing and process automation news has become sparse. News from the warehouse and fulfillment sector continues to grow. These items typically combine software, autonomous mobile robots, communications devices for connected workers, and (of course) a dollop of AI. This news comes from Zebra Technologies. This companys acquisitions has rendered it as a completely different company from the one whose products I recommended and sold earlier in my career.
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Manufacturer's Monthly
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Image: razihusin/stock.adobe.com Australian businesses are reportedly already seeing the benefits of the export licence-free environment the Federal Government established with the United Kingdom (UK) and the United States (US) on 1 September 2024. In less than six months, the reforms have provided over 210 companies across Australia with unprecedented access to the worlds largest defence markets and have already facilitated over $25 million in licence-free exports to the UK and the US.
Robotics Business Review
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Wandercraft recently started a clinical trial of its the Personal Exoskeleton. The self-balancing exoskeleton is designed to offer upright motion and walking independence for individuals with severe mobility impairments, providing the benefits of standing, walking, bending, reaching, and restoring the feeling of natural walking motion to everyday life.
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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.
MRPEasy
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Effective supplier management can mean the difference between thriving and merely surviving in today’s competitive market. Yet many struggle with this crucial aspect of operations, often relying on outdated spreadsheets or, worse, to track their supplier relationships. What is supplier management? Supplier management is a systematic process for collecting, organizing, and maintaining information about the […] The post A Guide to Supplier Management for Small Manufacturers appeared fi
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Fabricating & Metal Work
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
A combination of intuitive, icon-based interfaces in an innovative measuring software, along with new and expanded vision measuring systems, boosts the accuracy and quality. The Worlds Smallest and Lowest-Power 10GigE Cameras Emergent Vision Technologies (Port Coquitlam, BC, Canada), a pioneer in high-speed GigE Vision cameras and zero-copy and zero-loss vision technologies, now offers Eros, the worlds smallest and lowest-power lineup of 10GigE cameras.
Manufacturer's Monthly
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Image: Negro Elkha/stock.adobe.com An international team led by Swinburne University of Technology researchers is developing new electrolysers to support Australias transition to clean energy. Swinburne University of Technology researchers Associate Professor Rosalie Hocking and associate professor Andrew Ang are on the project which is set to strengthen Australias capability in domestic manufacturing for renewable technologies. “This grant enables us to tackle key challenges in scaling
Robotics Business Review
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Carbon Robotics launched the second generation of its laser weeding product. The LaserWeeder G2 is designed to be faster, lighter, and more power-efficient than its predecessor. The system uses vision-targeted lasers to destroy weed plants as they emerge from the soil. The onboard vision cameras and AI-based perception model discriminate between crop plants, beneficial plants, and weed plants, targeting the laser at the weed plants.
Manufacturer's Monthly
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Image: IFM Machine vibrations are crucial indicators for assessing the current condition of machinery. Detecting damage to rolling element bearings and other components early can prevent costly downtime. ifm’s new smart IO-Link vibration sensor offers a simple and scalable condition monitoring solution with just one device. The new VVB30x condition monitoring sensor, which ifm will present at the SPS in Nuremberg, continuously detects vibrations in all three dimensions.
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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
Robotics Automation News
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
A researcher from Carnegie Mellon Universitys School of Computer Science is using robotics to improve e-waste recycling. E-waste is one of the fastest-growing types of waste in the world, with an estimated 62 million tons produced in 2022 alone. But only about 20 percent of that was recycled.
Manufacturer's Monthly
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Image: Rom-Control In the fast-paced world of technology, industrial electronic asset obsolescence poses a significant challenge for manufacturers and automation sectors. Critical components like Variable Speed Drives (VSDs) , Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) , and Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs) are essential for operational efficiency. However, as their lifespans are threatened by obsolescence, companies must reevaluate their strategies.
Fabricating & Metal Work
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Recent examples of successful implementation of cam followers in harsh environments include several of JR Automations customers welding large objects, such as bleacher seats or large metal tanks. Applications where the dirty welding operating environment can wreak havoc with regular profile bearings. JR Automation has utilized Gdel equipment for its durability but also for the ease of maintenance and repair, said Tom Moneypenny, manager of welding engineering at JR Automation, a global automatio
Canadian Manufacturing
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
An engineer removes metal from a furnace during PyroGenesis’ tests using plasma torches within an aluminum melting furnace supplied by its client Constellium. MONTREAL PyroGenesis reports that its plasma torches demonstrate up to 45 per cent lower operational energy requirements compared to diesel burners for PFAS destruction. Similar results were observed in aluminum sector applications, with energy reductions ranging from 10-45% depending on the process and up to 30% faster melting time
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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.
Fabricating & Metal Work
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
ARC Specialties Programmer, Zachary Freeman, guides the final commissioning of a cutting-edge 7-axis robotic system for cladding a critical sour-service valve. Image courtesy of ARC Specialties. The pace of technological change is constant in the metalworking industry as software, machinery, automation and robots continue to evolve so shops can work smarter, not harder.
Automation World
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
As the manufacturing industries advance, and control technologies are increasingly built to withstand harsh industrial environments for direct placement on or nearby production operations, are enclosures still as vital to automation today as theyve been in the past?
Fabricating & Metal Work
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Close up of gas tungsten arc welding torch rotating to vertical weld position. Robotic and automation advancements enhance efficiency and precision, as well as play a role in promoting sustainability. Image courtesy of ARC Specialties. The never-ending advances made in software, machinery and equipment, and accessories and tools are driven by the need for increased efficiency, precision and sustainability.
Canadian Manufacturing
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
DUBLIN The report “Strategic Insights into the EV Manufacturing Ecosystem” projects the global electric vehicle market to grow from 15.7 million units in 2024 to 46.31 million units by 2035, at a CAGR of 10.3 per cent. The industry is shifting towards modular and scalable platforms to enhance production efficiency and customization. Tesla is developing the NV9X platform for its next-generation vehicle, codenamed Redwood.
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
Fabricating & Metal Work
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Streamline workflow processes to extend your metalworking shops processes and capacity to save money as well as precious floor space. Complete Solutions for Managing Tools Simplify your manufacturing processes with HAIMER USA, LLCs (Villa Park, IL) precision products and advanced tool management systems: WinTool and ToolBase. Seamlessly integrate our high-precision tool holders, shrinking technology, balancing machines, and tool presetters to reduce production costs and enhance productivity.
Canadian Manufacturing
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
BRAMPTON — MDA Space Ltd. announces that it has signed a definitive contract with Globalstar Inc. to be the prime contractor for the satellite operator’s low Earth orbit (LEO) constellation, with a total contract value of approximately $1.1 billion. As part of the definitive contract for the full LEO constellation, MDA Space will manufacture more than 50 MDA AURORA(TM) software-defined digital satellites for Globalstar. “We are pleased to once again be working with Globalstar a
Fabricating & Metal Work
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Wintriss Controls Group has introduced its economical and easy-to-use Tracker hardware solution for its ShopFloorConnect OEE and Production Tracking Software. The new, cost-effective device is designed to simplify and maximize data collection, while minimizing operator involvement. For capturing and tracking process parameters, customers can choose from several pre-programmed digital inputs such as run/ idle and counting, and analog inputs including temperature, pressure, voltage, and electric
Manufacturing Tomorrow
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
The 3D printing materials market is expanding rapidly, driven by adoption in aerospace, healthcare, and automotive industries. Key materials include plastics, metals, and ceramics, with plastics leading due to versatility and cost-effectiveness. Metals are growing for high-strength applications, while ceramics are used for heat resistance. Trends include sustainable materials and mass production integration.
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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
Fabricating & Metal Work
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Fig 2. Using MTC shows a marked improvement in the accuracy of OD finish of tools. Introducing a breakthrough in tap manufacturing: ANCAs patented Motor Temperature Control (MTC) technology. This innovative feature enables the production of consistently high-quality taps by addressing a key challenge – thermal growth. True to ANCAs commitment to solving real-world manufacturing issues, MTC tackles the problem of inaccuracy and variation caused by thermal expansion.
Canadian Manufacturing
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
The key issues in this dispute between Unifor and Transdev include working conditions, particularly surrounding breaks and appropriate washroom facilities for operators, wages, and pensions. (CNW Group/Unifor) VANCOUVER Transit workers at Transdev in Cowichan Valley, B.C., went on strike early on Feb. 8, after last-minute talks reportedly broke down between Unifor and the employer, following weeks of stalled negotiations. “We support our members as they seek a fair deal and hope Transdev
Fabricating & Metal Work
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
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Machine Metrics
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Summary: With seamless bi-directional ERP Connectivity, MachineMetrics offers an out-of-the-box, configurable MES powered by real time production data - the resulting functionality includes automated OEE analytics, downtime tracking, work order management, and dynamic production scheduling. Recently released ERP connectors with Infor Visual and Epicor Kinetic pave the way for syncing real-time shop floor activity with ERP.
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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.
Fabricating & Metal Work
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Equipped with a robust 4.1 HP motor, the Scotchman SG3 3 Inch Grinder provides consistent power for quickly deburring as well as sanding small and large parts, making it ideal for metal fabrication and production environments. The integrated dust collector helps to create a clean and safe workspace. This grinder is built with durability in mind, providing reliable, quiet performance for professionals seeking high-quality metalworking equipment.
Canadian Manufacturing
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
THUNDER BAY — Thunder Bay Pulp and Paper, a northern bleached softwood kraft and northern bleached hardwood kraft pulp, paper, newsprint and directory producer, announced the appointment of K. William (Bill) MacPherson as Chief Executive Officer, effective February 10, 2025. The Thunder Bay mill has been a pulp and paper operation in Ontario for years.
Fabricating & Metal Work
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
The second cell demonstration will feature a KUKA LBR iisy cobot and KMP 600P AMR. The cell will provide visitors a unique interactive experience with KUKA robots that pick, place and deliver a giveaway item they pick from a tablet. Visitors to KUKAs booth #N7307 in Hall B of the North Building will experience two robotic cells designed to meet manufacturing workforce challenges for improved production.
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