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The Core Technologies Necessary to Develop a Smart Manufacturing Strategy

Metrology

The manufacturing industry is undergoing a profound transformation driven by technological advancements. The era of smart manufacturing, referred to as Industry 4.0, promises to revolutionize traditional manufacturing processes by integrating cutting-edge technologies. The post The Core Technologies Necessary to Develop a Smart Manufacturing Strategy appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Winners of 2023 Western Australian Export Awards announced

Manufacturer's Monthly

Premier Roger Cook has congratulated the winners of the 2023 Western Australian Export Awards including a Myaree-based manufacturer. Now in its 35th year, the prestigious accolades recognise the success of local companies and provide a platform to raise the profile of the State’s export industries. Manufacturer AVI took out the top award for its performance designing and manufacturing specialised communications systems for industries around the globe.

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Moldmaking-Related Technology Highlights

Mold Making Technology

Photo Credit, clockwise from top left: Walter USA, PCS Company, Oerlikon HRSflow and Hasco Discovering new products and service solutions is made easy with MoldMaking Technology ’s tech roundups. Each roundup aims to keep you in the loop of new developments and innovations that well-suited for your moldmaking operations. Every month, MMT releases a roundup highlighting different products, processes and services.

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Metalworking Activity is Nearing a Full Year of Contraction

Modern Machine Shop

Metalworking activity contracted again in September, closing at 44.8, down from August’s 46.0. Metalworking activity has, in fact, contracted since October of 2022, generally at an accelerated rate each month. February 2023 saw a slight reprieve (flat), which proved to be a one-month fluke. All components continued to contract in September, with the exception of supplier deliveries which have been marching to their own tune for months.

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Navigating the Future: Generative AI, Application Analytics, and Data

Generative AI is upending the way product developers & end-users alike are interacting with data. Despite the potential of AI, many are left with questions about the future of product development: How will AI impact my business and contribute to its success? What can product managers and developers expect in the future with the widespread adoption of AI?

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Improving efficiency through algorithmic production scheduling

Control Engineering

Learning Objectives Learn how algorithmic production scheduling can increase production efficiency. Discover how integrating ERP, SCADA and MES platforms can help uncover possible production optimizations. Explore strategies for gaining stakeholder buy-in on MES platform upgrades. Production scheduling insights A Farmer Brothers facility in Northlake, TX adopted a new manufacturing execution system (MES) for the purpose of production schedule optimization.

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Read the October edition of Manufacturers’ Monthly

Manufacturer's Monthly

It has been an exciting month writing the October edition and it promises to be an enthralling read. I was able to attend Hilton Manufacturing where I learnt about the mixing gas that is done on site and some of the impressive products they are sending to market. Our Manufacturer Focus was the impressive Sloanebuilt trailers who recently took home an exciting award.

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Factory to the Workers review – riveting portrait of idealism struggling against the forces of capitalism

The Guardian Manufacturing

This documentary about the last remaining co-operative factory in Croatia is a rare example of a production that’s as radical as its subject: all the people featured are sharing in the film’s profits The walls of ITAS, the last remaining co-operative factory in post-socialist Croatia, are lined with reminders of faded glories. A framed photo of Josip Broz Tito, former president of Yugoslavia, watches over a sprawling mural commemorating ITAS’s unique victory in 2005: facing a government plan for

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BASF Divests Expanded Polypropylene Foam Business

Plastics Today

The chemicals titan is selling the business to Knauf Industries, a manufacturer of complex molded parts made of expanded polypropylene foam.

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UK manufacturers call for ‘major MOT’ of business tax and regulation system

The Guardian Manufacturing

Report says many aspects make companies uncompetitive, as chancellor Jeremy Hunt is urged to make reforms Britain’s manufacturers are urging the chancellor, Jeremy Hunt, to announce a “major MOT” of the UK’s “uncompetitive” business tax and regulatory system in his autumn statement next month. Many aspects of the system are “not fit for purpose”, the business group Make UK said in a report published in the middle of the political party conference season, and called for major reform as part of an

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VinCSS Applauded by Frost & Sullivan for Reducing Security Risks Associated with Traditional Authentication Technologies with Its Passwordless Authentication Ecosystem

Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

SAN ANTONIO – October 8, 2023 – Recently Frost & Sullivan assessed the passwordless authentication industry and, based on its findings, recognizes VinCSS with the 2023 Asia-Pacific New Product Innovation Award. The company has emerged as an innovation trailblazer in passwordless authentication technology using fast identity online (FIDO2) standards.

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Manufacturing Sustainability Surge: Your Guide to Data-Driven Energy Optimization & Decarbonization

Speaker: Kevin Kai Wong, President of Emergent Energy Solutions

In today's industrial landscape, the pursuit of sustainable energy optimization and decarbonization has become paramount. Manufacturing corporations across the U.S. are facing the urgent need to align with decarbonization goals while enhancing efficiency and productivity. Unfortunately, the lack of comprehensive energy data poses a significant challenge for manufacturing managers striving to meet their targets.

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Braskem Adopts Innovative Reinforcement in Polypropylene Auto Part Demonstrator

Plastics Today

Braskem’s polypropylene sheets combined with WEAV3D’s lattice technology addresses structural and automotive applications requiring high-strength, lightweight materials.

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‘METROLOGY BREW’ News Bulletin – October 9th

Metrology

Summary of headline metrology and smart manufacturing news from the past 7 days. The post ‘METROLOGY BREW’ News Bulletin – October 9th appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Supertec Grinders Machine Small, Thin Parts

Modern Machine Shop

Photo Credit: Supertec Supertec Machinery ’s Supra series of CNC cylindrical grinders to the North American market. With both Plunge and Anglehead designs available, Supra grinders offer a work envelope of 10" swing × 20", 30" or 40" between centers. The Supra Series is an affordable alternative for applications of smaller diameter, with long, thin parts.

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ABB Launches OptiFact To Unlock Full Factory Data Potential

Metrology

The new OptiFact platform, which complements ABB Robotics’ existing digital solution suite, helps factory operators increase production uptime by up to 20%. The post ABB Launches OptiFact To Unlock Full Factory Data Potential appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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How Embedded Analytics Gets You to Market Faster with a SAAS Offering

Start-ups & SMBs launching products quickly must bundle dashboards, reports, & self-service analytics into apps. Customers expect rapid value from your product (time-to-value), data security, and access to advanced capabilities. Traditional Business Intelligence (BI) tools can provide valuable data analysis capabilities, but they have a barrier to entry that can stop small and midsize businesses from capitalizing on them.

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Tooling Tech Group Appoints New CCO, Announces ITAR Compliance

Modern Machine Shop

Photo Credit: Tooling Tech Group Tooling Tech Group (TTG) has appointed Amy Stegmuller as its new chief commercial officer (CCO). As CCO, Stegmuller will be responsible for leading the sales and marketing activities for TTG, including sales team management, market planning and business development. Stegmuller has over 20 years of experience in the engineering and manufacturing industries and is adept at strategic business development, OEM sales and process improvement.

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New Smart Sensor Offers Web Edge Control For Quality Control

Metrology

The smart profile sensors excel by their simple operability via the integrated web interface. There, up to seven measuring tools can be freely configured with graphical support. The post New Smart Sensor Offers Web Edge Control For Quality Control appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Using Loop Powered Isolators to Solve Ground Loop Problems

Control.com

Many signal sources and process transmitters do not include isolation, which can cause problems when the instruments are at different locations. A loop powered isolator is often the solution.

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Next-Generation Nanomechanical Test System Launched

Metrology

Bruker Corporation has announced the release of the Hysitron TI 990 TriboIndenter, which brings superior levels of performance, automation, and productivity to nanomechanical testing. The post Next-Generation Nanomechanical Test System Launched appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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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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Freudenberg Medical Opens Expanded Manufacturing Facility in Ireland

Plastics Today

The facility increases the company’s existing manufacturing footprint in Galway by 50% and will create 100 new jobs.

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New 3D Camera Brings Color Into Space

Metrology

Ensenso C is suitable for the automation of many industrial processes, such as in quality control, on assembly lines or for picking tasks. The post New 3D Camera Brings Color Into Space appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Cadence Dives into M&A & Other Supplier News

Plastics Today

Keeping you up to date on medical supplier news.

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Retractable Gage Head LVDT Sensor Avoids Damage Between Inspection Readings

Metrology

In manufacturing conveyor lines, these Air Extend/Spring Retract Gage Heads conduct tolerance checks as part of quality assurance measures. The post Retractable Gage Head LVDT Sensor Avoids Damage Between Inspection Readings appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Embedding BI: Architectural Considerations and Technical Requirements

While data platforms, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and programming platforms have evolved to leverage big data and streaming data, the front-end user experience has not kept up. Holding onto old BI technology while everything else moves forward is holding back organizations. Traditional Business Intelligence (BI) aren’t built for modern data platforms and don’t work on modern architectures.

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Multiple Camera System Provides Aerospace Bushings 100% Inspection

Metrology

The Gi-100DT is equipped with a total of 6 cameras providing complete dimensional inspection, internal and external visual defect detection, top and bottom surface inspection for a full range of turned aerospace bushings. The post Multiple Camera System Provides Aerospace Bushings 100% Inspection appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.