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Luxonis launches its first open source personal robot

Robotics Automation News

Luxonis, a Colorado-based robotic vision platform, has launched rae, its first “fully-formed and high-powered personal robot”. Backed by a Kickstarter campaign to help support its development, rae sets itself apart by offering a multitude of features right out of the box, along with a unique degree of experimental programming potential that far exceeds other consumer […].

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Argolytics Partners With CFA Solutions on Quality Inspection Software

Modern Machine Shop

Photo Credit: iStock. Argolytics , maker of Trendable software solutions for quality control, announces a new partnership with CFA Solutions , makers of the non-conformance tracking and reporting software 80/20 Quality. The new agreement integrates the two software programs such that the transition from recording inspection measurements to reporting defects is seamless, according to the partners.

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OnRobot launches new platform that reduces costs ‘by up to 90 percent’

Robotics Automation News

OnRobot, the world’s leading provider of hardware and software solutions for collaborative robotic applications, has launched the industry’s first automated platform for deployment of collaborative applications – D:PLOY – in Asia Pacific (APAC). D:PLOY – the biggest innovation since the collaborative robot (cobot) – will revolutionise and simplify automation for manufacturers in almost every industry. […].

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ARM Hub, Azcende Venture to help Australian critical tech enter US defence market

AU Manufacturing

Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing Hub (ARM Hub) has ventured into a partnership with infrastructure advisory firm Azcende Venture Capital to help Australian manufacturers of innovative technologies enter US markets. . The partnership is intended to accelerate new business and emerging technologies designed for national security and critical infrastructure. .

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Modernizing MES: A Guide for Complex Manufacturers Adapting to Industry 4.0

As engineers push the boundaries of innovation with groundbreaking hardware products, their success depends largely on the speed and efficiency of production. The challenge? Manual processes and disparate systems lead to multiple versions of documents, incomplete records, and duplicated work, creating a chaotic system of records that is difficult to manage.

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Trimble and Exyn Technologies launch autonomous construction surveying technology

Robotics Automation News

Industrial technology company Trimble and Exyn Technologies, a developer of multi-platform robotic autonomy for complex, GPS-denied environments, have agreed a strategic collaboration to explore the use of autonomous construction surveying technology. The solution will integrate Boston Dynamics’ Spot robot, the ExynPak powered by ExynAI and the Trimble X7 total station.

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Cutting-edge CNC machines to train WA defence industry workers

Manufacturer's Monthly

Four new CNC machines were installed at South Metropolitan TAFE’s Rockingham campus in Western Australia, boosting both students and the defence industry. . The new computer numerical control (CNC) milling and lathe machines were funded as part of an $18 million investment from the state government in growing its defence workforce capabilities.

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Kuka Launches Integrated Robot, Automated Mobile Platform

Modern Machine Shop

Photo Credit: Kuka Robotics Corporation. Kuka Robotics Corporation ’s mobile robotic wafer-handling system for human/machine collaboration offers a solution for material transport of 200 mm or 300 mm wafer boxes and SMIF boxes, open cassette machine loading and unloading. The system combines a Kuka LBR iiwa 14 R820 CR robot mounted on one of the company’s KMP 200 CR automated mobile platforms.

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Rockwell Automation and Comau partner to showcase robot control solutions at Automation Fair

Robotics Automation News

Since launching their collaboration in 2021, Comau and Rockwell Automation have been jointly working to leverage the power of robotic solutions to help businesses increase the speed of innovation and maximize their manufacturing efficiencies. Now, Comau will join Rockwell Automation at the 31st annual Automation Fair, November 16-17 in Chicago, Illinois (booth #1135) to showcase […].

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World-first drone to save lives in dangerous water rescues

AU Manufacturing

Media Release by Aeromech. A new world-first drone will help save lives and reduce human risk in dangerous water rescues. . Designed and created by Brisbane aerospace company Aeromech , the “drone” – known as SARGO (Search and Rescue Go) – is an unmanned surface vehicle (USV) that is set to revolutionise the way search and rescue operations are performed in life-threatening conditions. .

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Smart Robotics launches new robotic merchandise picker

Robotics Automation News

Smart Robotics, a specialist developer of pick and place solutions for warehouses and logistics processes, has launched its newly engineered Smart Merchandise Picker. The launch comes just as the festive season kick-offs, with warehouses experiencing a sharp increase in seasonal demand and the need to keep up with order sorting and shipping. Designed as a […].

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The Big Payoff of Application Analytics

Outdated or absent analytics won’t cut it in today’s data-driven applications – not for your end users, your development team, or your business. That’s what drove the five companies in this e-book to change their approach to analytics. Download this e-book to learn about the unique problems each company faced and how they achieved huge returns beyond expectation by embedding analytics into applications.

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Australia’s first remote renewable hydrogen microgrid delivered in WA

AU Manufacturing

Australia’s first remote renewable hydrogen microgrid went live in Western Australia’s Gascoyne region on Friday last week. . Present on the occasion were Energy Minister Bill Johnston and Hydrogen Industry Minister Alannah MacTiernan to celebrate the first hydrogen being produced at the $9.3 million Denham Hydrogen Demonstration Plant. . The plant, which is slated to be fully operational in early 2023, is expected to power the average demands of 100 households or 20 per cent of Denham’s residen

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Sinocare and Hai Robotics partner to upgrade healthcare logistics operation

Robotics Automation News

Sinocare, which is said to be Asia’s largest blood glucose meters manufacturer, recently joined forces with Hai Robotics to implement a complete set of Autonomous Case-handling Robot (ACR) systems into their warehouse in Changsha, China. Hai Robotics, the pioneer in Autonomous Case-handling Robot (ACR) systems for warehouse logistics, provided a deeper intelligent technology integration and […].

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Stanwell to power Brisbane Airport with 100% green energy

AU Manufacturing

Brisbane Airport Corporation (BAC) has secured a deal with government-owned energy generator Stanwell to make its operations 100 per cent powered by renewable energy. . As part of the agreement, Stanwell will supply up to 185 GWh of renewable energy annually, powering all of BAC’s operations, including runway lights, terminals, travellators, escalators, retail shops, administration, information technology, and electric vehicles. .

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Michigan awards $260,000 in grants to mobility technology companies

Robotics Automation News

The state of Michigan has announced that three companies will receive $260,000 in total funding through the Michigan Mobility Funding Platform (MMFP) to test and deploy mobility projects across the state. With these grants, Michigan will enable new mobility solutions that help address challenges related to school bus emissions, decaying mobility infrastructure and last-mile deliveries, […].

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5 Ways New Manufacturing Companies Are Accelerating Innovation

Next-gen manufacturers are redesigning factories to enable agility at every stage of production. From more timely communication between engineers and technicians to technologies that empower real-time collaboration, they’re getting ahead by making iterations and improvements during a build, across the production line at scale. This level of flexibility means they can develop more quickly than their legacy counterparts.

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Victorian manufacturers urged to apply for Low Carbon Manufacturing Grant

AU Manufacturing

The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry has called on business leaders who are yet to enlist in its Low Carbon Manufacturing Grant Program. . The application period for one of the program’s streams is set to close on 16 November. . The Low Carbon Manufacturing Grant Program is designed to help manufacturers undertake large-scale, productivity-enhancing investments, enabling them to enter global supply chains for renewable energy and low-carbon components. .

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Ritsumeikan University develops ‘soft microfingers’ for robots

Robotics Automation News

Ritsumeikan University researchers develop a soft robotic microfinger that enables interaction with insects through tactile sensing Human-robot interactions not only allow robots to interact with humans but also with the environment. Microrobots, for instance, can interact with insects and measure the force exerted by them during flight or walking. However, this interaction is not direct, […].

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Germany Reports Surprisingly Strong Foreign Machinery Orders

Metrology

The German VDMA organization has reported that at the end of the summer, machinery and plant manufacturers were surprisingly able to fill their order books once again. In August, orders. The post Germany Reports Surprisingly Strong Foreign Machinery Orders appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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300,000 tons in carbon emissions ‘could be saved by autonomous oil and gas operations’

Robotics Automation News

ABB has published another of its Energy Transition Equation reports that shows how industrial customers can reduce carbon emissions and manage the energy transition for a more sustainable future. Based on nine months of research and modelling, the report highlights how early adoption and integration of automation, digitalization, and electrification technologies to enable autonomous operations […].

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Monetizing Analytics Features

Think your customers will pay more for data visualizations in your application? Five years ago, they may have. But today, dashboards and visualizations have become table stakes. Turning analytics into a source of revenue means integrating advanced features in unique, hard-to-steal ways. Download this white paper to discover which features will differentiate your application and maximize the ROI of your analytics.

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VARGO completes greenfield facility for GAP Inc. in Longview, Texas

Modern Materials Handling

Commissioned in July 2022, the new 800,000 square-foot facility was built in seven months from start to finish

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Starship Technologies launches robot delivery service at Missouri university

Robotics Automation News

Starship Technologies, the world’s leading provider of autonomous delivery services, rolled out its robot food delivery service today on the Missouri University of Science and Technology (Missouri S&T) campus. Starship’s fleet of 16 autonomous, on-demand robots will deliver from all campus eateries. The school’s students and faculty can now use the Starship app (iOS and […].

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‘METROLOGY BREW’ News Bulletin – November 14th

Metrology

Read a summary of metrology and smart manufacturing news from the past 7 days. Flexible Laser Gear Inspection System Announced Marposs has announced the launch of its new M62 Laser. The post ‘METROLOGY BREW’ News Bulletin – November 14th appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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AutoStore launches first consumer-facing automated warehouse

Robotics Automation News

AutoStore has launched its latest innovation, the PickUpPort, a public-facing port that lets customers shop online and pick up their order directly from the AutoStore System. Carlos Fernández, chief product officer at AutoStore, says: “It’s important for us to help retailers stay ahead in an ever-changing industry. “With the new PickUpPort, retailers can offer a hassle-free […].

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How Legacy Tools Are Failing Inventive Manufacturing Engineers

Bringing new and improved products to market takes more than just good ideas. It requires agile, iterative production, and real-time collaboration. Most manufacturers recognize the risk of not adapting, but they’re hampered by technologies like MES that haven’t kept up with the pace of hardware innovation. As new manufacturers enter the market with technologically progressive ways of building at scale, existing manufacturers must adapt to stay relevant.

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Sigma Additive Solutions Announces Agreement with SLM Solutions

Metrology

Sigma Additive Solutions, provider of quality assurance software to the commercial 3D printing industry, has announced that its PrintRite3D in-process quality assurance solution will be certified as PrintRite3D Ready to. The post Sigma Additive Solutions Announces Agreement with SLM Solutions appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Orica, Alpha to investigate potential North American expansion in new MOU

AU Manufacturing

ASX-listed major mining company Orica has signed a deal with sustainable manufacturer Alpha HPA to explore the feasibility of establishing a new manufacturing facility in North America, which would produce high-purity aluminium products for future-facing industries. . Orica will also acquire a 5 per cent equity interest in Alpha HPA as part of the strategic partnership expansion. .

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Metrologic Group Inaugurates New HQ Building

Metrology

Metrologic Group has inaugurated its new Head Office. Established in the 3D metrology software market for more than 40 years and now part of the Sandvik group, Metrologic Group keeps. The post Metrologic Group Inaugurates New HQ Building appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Arkestro introduced predictive procurement at Optimal22

Modern Materials Handling

Transparency, trust and a new way to work with suppliers were on the agenda at Optimal22.

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How To Package & Price Embedded Analytics

Just by embedding analytics, app owners can charge 24% more for their product. How much value could you add? This framework from Software Pricing Partners explains how application enhancements can extend your product offerings. You’ll learn: How to take a disciplined approach to pricing The three elements of the Packaging Decision Framework Ways to structure your new embedded analytics offering Download the White Paper to learn about How To Package & Price Embedded Analytics.

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Software Provides NVH Analysis For e-Drive Design

Metrology

Low noise and minimum vibrations are key to quiet and efficient operation. Profound NVH analysis is the answer to optimize noise and acoustics in conjunction with reduced vibration behavior of. The post Software Provides NVH Analysis For e-Drive Design appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Causes and solutions of shrinkage of injection molded products

Min-Hui

The size of the growth as well as tightening of plastic products during the moulding process is related to the coefficient of thermal expansion of the refined plastic. The coefficient of thermal expansion of the molding process is called “molding contraction” As the shaped part cools down as well as reduces, the molded part sheds … Causes and solutions of shrinkage of injection molded products Read More » The post <strong>Causes and solutions of shrinkage of inject

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Adcole Acquired By Management and Private Strategic Partner

Metrology

Mesirow, an independent, employee-owned financial services firm, recently announced it has acted as the exclusive financial advisor to Adcole, LLC , a portfolio company of Artemis Capital Partners to Management. The post Adcole Acquired By Management and Private Strategic Partner appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Moldmaking Industry GBI Follows Industry in Contraction Trend

Mold Making Technology

GBI: Moldmaking contracted for the second straight month in October. Photo Credit, all images: Gardner Intelligence. The Gardner Business Index (GBI) Moldmaking contracted for the second month in a row, closing October at 47.1, a low not seen in nearly two years. The 1.6-point decrease from September reflects a directional trend that other industries — in addition to moldmaking — are manifesting, including metalworking and plastics processing.

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Mastering Digital Transformation: Your Guide to a Successful MES Implementation

70% of digital transformation projects fail (BCG, 2020). In an industry where most large software implementations falter, we recognize the importance of planning, optimization, and execution. With over 25 years of industry experience and countless successful implementations, MASS Group is opening the vault of tips and tricks to provide a complimentary step-by-step guide in implementing a Work-In-Progress (WIP) tracking software.