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Inverting Turning and Five-Axis Milling at Famar

Modern Machine Shop

Famar (whose headquarters is near the center of the photo) celebrated its 50 th anniversary in June 2023. Founded as a support shop serving only Fiat, it has since become a multinational machine tool manufacturer — though most of its work is still related to vehicles. The mountain-nestled Avigliana location houses the factory for Famar lathes, Fausto Marinello mills and Famar Automation’s in-house conveyors.

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NSW government to hold roundtable on future of rail manufacturing

Manufacturer's Monthly

The New South Wales and Australian Governments are today holding a joint roundtable on the future of rail manufacturing, bringing together more than 100 of the most important and influential representatives of Australia’s rail manufacturing industry. An initiative of the NSW and Australian Governments, this is another step in the process of mapping out a plan to restore and strengthen this critical industry in NSW and across Australia.

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Comau and Fincantieri Team Up to Create a Ship Building Robot

Control.com

In what has been hailed as the first of its kind, MR4WELD, an autonomous mobile welding robot platform, will begin performance testing in the shipbuilding industry.

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Queensland announces quantum and advanced technologies strategy

Manufacturer's Monthly

The Queensland Government will partner with universities and industry to develop a Quantum and Advanced Technologies Strategy for the state by the end of the year. The strategy will build on Queensland’s world leading research in developing compound semiconductors, photonics and quantum technologies The strategy will support commercialisation of research and intellectual property in Queensland to keep high value jobs in Queensland rather than going offshore.

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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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British manufacturers’ share of EU business falls despite global trade boom

The Guardian Manufacturing

Make UK report says post-Brexit structural shift in trade is particularly hurting factories in north-west and West Midlands Factories in England and Wales are seeing a downward trend in the share of their trade going to the EU, an analysis from the manufacturers’ trade body shows. Make UK said that between Britain’s divorce from the EU in 2020 and 2022, only Scotland and Northern Ireland increased their share of exports to the EU, leaving the majority of English regions and Wales suffering a dec

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Nikon Metrology Acquires Avonix Imaging

Modern Machine Shop

Photo Credit: Getty Images Nikon Americas Inc., the U.S. subsidiary of Nikon Corporation, has purchased Avonix Imaging LLC , which has been a strategic X-ray CT (computed tomography) equipment manufacturing partner to Nikon Industrial Metrology Business Unit (IMBU) since 2015. As an imaging inspection services provider that uses systems from Nikon for both X-ray/CT 3D and 2D inspection, Avonix is said to have a wealth of technical expertise using X-rays to investigate the interiors and exteriors

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SmartSat and European Space Agency’s ?-lab to collaborate on Earth Observation Research

Manufacturer's Monthly

SmartSat Cooperative Research Centre (SmartSat), Australia’s leading space research centre, has signed a new agreement with European Space Agency’s (ESA) Φ-lab to collaborate on Earth Observation (EO) research. The European Space Agency’s Φ-lab is a research centre with a mission to accelerate the future of Earth Observation through transformational innovations and new technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI) and on-board processing.

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‘METROLOGY BREW’ News Bulletin – July 24th

Metrology

Summary of headline metrology and smart manufacturing news from the past 7 days. The post ‘METROLOGY BREW’ News Bulletin – July 24th appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Ceramic End Mills Excel in High-Speed Roughing, Milling of Heat-Resistant Superalloys

Mold Making Technology

Photo Credit: Emuge-Franken USA Emuge-Franken , a manufacturer of high-performance taps, thread mills, end mills, drills and other rotary tools, introduces its Cera-Cut end mills featuring a high-hardness cutting ceramic head brazed to a carbide shank for optimal vibration dampening and longer tool life compared to one-piece ceramic tools. Featuring a high-feed duplex cutting edge geometry, Cera-Cut produces high metal removal rates in challenging nickel-based alloys, resulting in machining part

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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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Meeting The Production Metrology Demands Of Complex and Miniature Integrated Circuit Boards

Metrology

As complexity increases and size decreases, IC manufacturers lean more and more heavily on sophisticated metrology tools to validate the quality of finished products. The post Meeting The Production Metrology Demands Of Complex and Miniature Integrated Circuit Boards appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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HP Automation Solutions Advance 3D Printing Path to Production

Modern Machine Shop

Photo Credit: HP Inc. HP Inc. has developed new automation solutions and expanded its materials, software and services to help customers scale 3D-printed parts production. The company has worked to simplify automating production workflows. As customers scale, additive manufacturing (AM) workflows become more complex. To help simplify these increasingly complex workflows, improve productivity and quality, as well as reduce costs, HP offers two new automation solutions for Multi Jet Fusion custome

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Leadtime Leader Award Honors the Many Faces of Moldmaking

Mold Making Technology

Here are answers to three common questions about MoldMaking Technology’s Leadtime Leader Awards competition: Is it only for big shops? It is important to note that the LLA honors the many faces of moldmaking. It is open to every North American mold manufacturer, regardless of size, capabilities, equipment, and so on. We’ve honored shops of all sizes, with different specialties, and all manner of equipment and employees.

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Taking Automated Visual Inspection To Next Level

Metrology

INSPEKTO has introduced it latest S70 software release offering more intense user-centered advantages, amplifying the control users have over their quality assurance process. The post Taking Automated Visual Inspection To Next Level appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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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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Turning smart devices into valuable IIoT devices

Control Engineering

Traditionally, sensors and actuators were created to be devices with a single function – a proximity sensor detected if an object was in front of it, and a valve actuator opened or closed a valve. In field devices, this single function only later became known as the ‘primary variable.’ “I believe the smart adjective was first applied in 1985 to Fisher Rosemount’s 3051 pressure transmitter, the first digital field device ever produced,” said Steve Biegacki, managing

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CAPTURE 3D Enables Fast Digitalization of Extra-Large Objects with the ZEISS ATOS LRX

Metrology

The ZEISS ATOS LRX is a complete solution for applications requiring rapid, high-quality 3D data and large-volume measurement beyond what conventional fringe projection systems, laser trackers, and laser radars provide. The post CAPTURE 3D Enables Fast Digitalization of Extra-Large Objects with the ZEISS ATOS LRX appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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FABTECH 2023 – Welding, Welding Automation, Robotics & Industrial Automation

Fabricating & Metal Work

Welding, Welding Automation, Robotics & Industrial Automation (Hall B) Fabricating & Metalworking is proud to present the FABTECH 2023 Product Showcase , which is an invaluable guide to navigating the trade show floor at McCormick Place in Chicago this September. This FABTECH section outlines some of the products and demonstrations expected to be on display by more than 1,500 world-class suppliers in three exhibition halls.

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Hexagon Introduces Automated Vision Measurement System In Asia

Metrology

OPTIV Scope offers a seamless, fast and easy measurement experience for quality professionals across multiple manufacturing applications. The post Hexagon Introduces Automated Vision Measurement System In Asia appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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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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Plastic Moulding And How To Make More Money?

Min-Hui

You would assume it would be simple to make money in plastic moulding. After all, just look around at the vast array of plastic products we use daily. Cell phones, computer system displays and also CPUs, printers, half the parts in our cars, ceiling lighting components, and on and on. There was a time when … Plastic Moulding And How To Make More Money?

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Optical Measurement Drives Part Fixturing Innovations

Metrology

The latest development for the quality group is the resource-saving Multi Fixture, which offers real world solutions with its simplicity and clever flexibility. The post Optical Measurement Drives Part Fixturing Innovations appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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FABTECH 2023-“Driving Manufacturing Forward”

Fabricating & Metal Work

Fabricating & Metalworking is proud to present the FABTECH 2023 Product Showcase, which is an invaluable guide to navigating the trade show floor at McCormick Place in Chicago this September. This FABTECH section outlines some of the products and demonstrations expected to be on display by more than 1,500 world-class suppliers in three exhibition halls.

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Potential UPS Strike Could Be Costliest in a Century

Fastener News Desk

A 10-day UPS strike could cost the US economy more than $7B, with $4B in losses for consumers & small businesses East Lansing, Mich. – According to a new analysis by the consulting firm Anderson Economic Group (AEG), a threatened strike by 340,000 members of the Teamsters union against UPS could become one of the costliest in at least a century.

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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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FABTECH 2023 – 3D/Additive Manufacturing, Forming & Fabricating

Fabricating & Metal Work

3D/Additive Manufacturing, Forming & Fabricating Fabricating & Metalworking is proud to present the FABTECH 2023 Product Showcase, which is an invaluable guide to navigating the trade show floor at McCormick Place in Chicago this September. This FABTECH section outlines some of the products and demonstrations expected to be on display by more than 1,500 world-class suppliers in three exhibition halls.

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FABTECH 2023 – METALFORM, Finishing, Tube & Pipe

Fabricating & Metal Work

METALFORM, Finishing, Tube & Pipe (Hall D) Fabricating & Metalworking is proud to present the FABTECH 2023 Product Showcase, which is an invaluable guide to navigating the trade show floor at McCormick Place in Chicago this September. This FABTECH section outlines some of the products and demonstrations expected to be on display by more than 1,500 world-class suppliers in three exhibition halls.

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