Automation World
MARCH 1, 2023
One of the most common motion applications in automated machinery is linear motion due to its precision capabilities. Guide wheels are often critical to the dependability of such systems, especially in harsh environments.
Robotics Automation News
MARCH 1, 2023
The most appealing aspect of innovation is the thrilling possibilities that it brings. For many years, ERP software appeared to be stable, but cloud, mobile, and Big Data have upended the business.
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Automation World
MARCH 1, 2023
Brian Burke of Bishop-Wisecarver explains why guide wheels are often used as a component of linear motion systems in automated machinery and why they're considered critical to the dependability of such systems, especially in harsh environments.
Gary Mintchell
MARCH 1, 2023
Qualcomm participated in the deluge of 5G news emanating from Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. Oh, yes, I still wish I were there. There were probably not enough contacts to justify the trip, though. Here are the five pieces of news I’ve received. 5G Advanced-Ready Modem-RF System Globally Certified Module Reference Designs Dell Technologies For 5G Open RAN Schneider Electric and CapGemini for Industrial 5G Simplify and Accelerate IoT World’s First 5G Advanced-Ready Modem-RF System Highlights
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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.
Plastics News
MARCH 1, 2023
The company stressed that none of the redundancies will come from manufacturing or assembly of its plastics machinery.
Robotics Automation News
MARCH 1, 2023
Thousands of wealthy foreign investors acquire housing in Europe. Most of them choose Spain as the most profitable and interesting destination. In this country, the real estate market has become truly international because Germans, Englishmen and residents of other European countries buy homes here.
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Robotics Automation News
MARCH 1, 2023
Instagram is an incredibly popular social media platform that allows users to post photos and videos. The downside of this popularity is that the video and audio files uploaded to Instagram are compressed in order to reduce their size for storage and faster uploads and playback.
Plastics News
MARCH 1, 2023
Teel Plastics stood out as a leader in all of the Processor of the Year criteria, including industry and public service, customer relations, employee relations, financial performance and technological innovation.
Plastics Today
MARCH 1, 2023
The chemicals giant will enact structural changes at its storied Ludwigshafen site and cut around 2,600 jobs in an effort to “right-size” the company in a challenging economic environment.
E&T
MARCH 1, 2023
The series of announcements were revealed at the Alpine Esports Sim Racing Expo at its F1 factory in Oxfordshire, attended by E&T. It showcased each product, discussed the state of the sim racing industry, which is forecast to be worth over $13bn by 2026, and outlined Alpine Esports’ ambitions for 2023 and beyond. “Sim racing is an important part of Alpine’s DNA,” Guillaume Vergnas, head of Esports, Gaming & Web3 at Alpine, said during the expo.
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The Fabricator
MARCH 1, 2023
Gina Cutts completes her discussion on the designation system for aluminum, this time addressing cast aluminum and what the series numbers mean.
E&T
MARCH 1, 2023
Eight digital therapies have been “conditionally recommended” by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (Nice) while further evidence is generated. One in six people in the UK report experiencing a common mental health problem such as anxiety and depression in any given week, according to NHS Digital. The high demand for NHS talking therapies means that some people currently have to wait up to six weeks to access help.
Canadian Manufacturing
MARCH 1, 2023
Alberta is predicting a $2.4-billion budget surplus for its petro-powered economy this year, with plans to take a big bite out of its debt and put up guardrails to prevent eye-popping deficits when oil booms go bust. “This plan achieves the priorities of Albertans, which include ensuring the government lives within its means,” Finance Minister Travis Toews told reporters on Feb. 28 before introducing the 2023-24 budget in the legislature. “Our relentless focus on investment att
E&T
MARCH 1, 2023
The Johns Hopkins research team has outlined their plan for the development of a 'biocomputer' that could create faster, more efficient, and more powerful computers. They called this type of technology "organoid intelligence" (OI), as it is powered by living human brain cells. "Computing and artificial intelligence have been driving the technology revolution, but they are reaching a ceiling," said Thomas Hartung , the leader of the research team.
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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.
Plastics Today
MARCH 1, 2023
Agreement is in addition to a previously announced project, which was selected for a Department of Energy grant award.
Control Engineering
MARCH 1, 2023
Learning Objectives Understand how edge computing can help companies realize Smart Manufacturing goals. Learn where companies can start in their edge journey and understand potential challenges such as data storage, physical limitations and system integration. Edge computing technology insights Edge technologies help manufacturers get the most out of a Smart Manufacturing initiative.
Plastics Today
MARCH 1, 2023
Archroma, BASF, CJ Biomaterials, Graham Packaging, Pregis, Trexel, and other plastics stakeholders made business-affecting announcements in early 2023.
Robotics Automation News
MARCH 1, 2023
DevOps is a well-known software technique concentrating on cooperation, interaction, and incorporation between development and operations teams. It is a cultural transformation that requires a combination of technical and psychological abilities to accomplish properly.
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
Plastics Today
MARCH 1, 2023
None of the jobs involve manufacturing or assembly personnel, according to the maker of injection molding systems.
Robotics Automation News
MARCH 1, 2023
The web continues to get more important in people’s lives. 5.16 billion people use the internet globally. The number of people who use it is only expected to increase in the future. This means that your website is one of your most important brand assets.
E&T
MARCH 1, 2023
CERN is a centre of exciting intellectual activity, so – as the introduction to ‘Collision’ asks – why should that stop with the sciences? Why shouldn’t its discoveries also inspire work in the non-scientific disciplines? The answer is, of course, that it shouldn’t. ‘Collision: Stories from the Science of CERN’ (Comma Press, £9.99, ISBN 9781912697687) was produced by pairing up esteemed authors with esteemed CERN scientists to explore ideas being investigated at the Large Hadron Collider, the wo
Robotics Automation News
MARCH 1, 2023
Cloud storage has become a necessary part of our daily lives, offering nearly unlimited room for photos, videos, and work documents. However, it can quickly become a cluttered mess if you don’t know how to organize your files properly. To avoid this, take a few simple steps to get your cloud storage back on track.
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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
Mold Making Technology
MARCH 1, 2023
Photo Credit, all images: MMT “ MoldMaking Technology ( MMT ) is the glue that binds this industry together through sharing information which pushes us towards new innovations and developments.” Angelo Morra, VP – sales & marketing, Top Grade Molds Ltd. MMT founder Joe Prischak would be very happy to hear that quote because that was his intention when he decided to launch MoldMaking Technology magazine a quarter century ago.
The Automation Blog
MARCH 1, 2023
Today my guest is David Peterson from Control.com who comes on the show to share his experience with PLCs based on Arduino and Raspberry Pi in Episode 143 of The Automation Podcast. For more information, check out the “Show Notes” located below the video. Watch the Podcast: Listen via Apple , Google , Pandora , Spotify , iHeartRadio , Stitcher , TuneIn , YouTube , Rumble , Amazon Music , Podcast Index , Deezer , RSS , or below: The Automation Podcast, Episode 143 Show Notes: Sp
Modern Materials Handling
MARCH 1, 2023
Deal seen as strengthening the pallet company's North-Central presence.
E&T
MARCH 1, 2023
Under current proposals, by 2035 all electricity is expected to be generated using clean sources by phasing out gas-fired power stations in favour of wind, solar and nuclear power. But the NAO warned that the UK’s net-zero strategy predicts a 60 per cent increase in electricity demand − due to modes of transport and heating in buildings switching to electricity from fossil fuels – which could make it more difficult to fully decarbonise.
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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.
AU Manufacturing
MARCH 1, 2023
Global ERP software provider SYSPRO announced new capabilities in its most recent ERP version, along with enriched functionality for improved internal and organisational controls, a connected supply chain , deeper business intelligence and digital dexterity. In a press release, the company said one of the standout features of the new offering is SYSPRO Embedded Analytics, which integrates intelligence and data capabilities directly within the ERP system.
Drives & Controls
MARCH 1, 2023
Schaeffler has partnered with the German drive specialist Heinzmann to develop a chainless electric drive system for cargo and utility bikes that achieves efficient power transmission from the pedal to the wheel. By doing away with chains, belts, gear rings, sprockets and other mechanical drive components, the Free Drive system is much less prone to mechanical wear, reducing the need for maintenance.
AU Manufacturing
MARCH 1, 2023
Lockheed Martin has expanded its footprint in Australia by signing a long-term agreement with Melbourne-based Ronson Gears under its Global Supply Chain (GSC) Program. The partnership will see Lockheed Martin Australia continue to increase its role in supplying multiple gear and gear sectors across various space initiatives to enhance lead times while decreasing administrative burdens.
Modern Materials Handling
MARCH 1, 2023
The report’s key metric, the PMI, at 47.7 (a reading of 50 or higher indicates growth), eked out a 0.3% increase, from January to February, contracting, at a slower rate, for the fourth consecutive month. The last four months of contraction, through February, were preceded by a stretch of 29 consecutive months of growth. ISM also said that the overall economy contracted, at a slower rate, in February, for the third consecutive month, which was preceded by 30 consecutive months of growth.
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Effective shop floor production planning and execution can be challenging. Despite technological advancements and methodologies, many manufacturing production managers still encounter issues that result in late orders, cash flow difficulties, and dissatisfied customers. These challenges can disrupt operations, reduce efficiency, and impact overall profitability.
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