Automation World

MARCH 8, 2023

Fluke's cloud-based thermal imaging workflow software—called Baseline—automates route execution and reporting to optimize asset maintenance.

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Plastics News

MARCH 8, 2023

At the space draw for NPE2024, set for May 6-10, 2024, in Orlando, Fla., more than 1,100 exhibitors snapped up 1.02 million square feet of space for 1,259 booths for the event from the Plastics Industry Association.

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Design World

MARCH 8, 2023

igus now offers a wide range of online tools to streamline assembling ready-to-connect e-chain cable carrier systems in just a few steps. The tools include the “e-chain expert,” which enables interested parties to assemble an individual e-chain energy chain system in just three steps. Price, service life, and delivery time are displayed.

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Gary Mintchell

MARCH 8, 2023

Moxa sends releases about new products at times. I don’t write about the essential backbone of automation/IoT/digital transformation often enough. It’s not always sexy. But it is essential. Maybe 5G gets a little sexy, but implementation seems still distant. This news concerns wireless networking designed to enhance Autonomous Guided Vehicles and Autonomous Mobile Robots.

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Design World

MARCH 8, 2023

Amphenol RF is pleased to expand its TNC product offerings with additional front mount bulkhead jacks designed to accommodate flexible ultraminiature coax cable types. These RF interconnects offer excellent electrical performance up to 9 GHz with some ruggedized designs providing waterproof IP67 sealed protection in the unmated condition. TNC connectors Are ideal for applications with […] The post TNC designs to micro-coax offer flexible and secure suit small applications appeared first on

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The Fabricator

MARCH 8, 2023

DeIla Ray’s welding career has taken her from North Dakota to Missouri, from pipelines to welding labs, and from starting a small business to advocating for women in the manufacturing industry.

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Plastics Today

MARCH 8, 2023

Addition of RF welding and heat-sealing capabilities expands Vonco’s portfolio of plastic contract manufacturing services to medical device OEMs.

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Robotics Automation News

MARCH 8, 2023

Stilride, the Swedish startup known for its origami-inspired approach to electromobility design and manufacturing – is joining forces with French-Swedish robotics company Adaxis to introduce 3D printing capabilities to its suite of sustainable manufacturing tech.

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E&T

MARCH 8, 2023

Science, innovation and technology secretary Michelle Donelan will introduce the data law proposal to the House of Commons today. The legislation intends to reform the European Union's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) with measures that would reduce costs and regulations for UK businesses while retaining the UK’s data adequacy agreement with the EU.

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The Guardian Manufacturing

MARCH 8, 2023

‘Cleanup is futile’ if production continues at current rate, amid rapid rise in marine pollution An unprecedented rise in plastic pollution has been uncovered by scientists, who have calculated that more than 170tn plastic particles are afloat in the oceans. They have called for a reduction in the production of plastics, warning that “cleanup is futile” if they continue to be pumped into the environment at the current rate.

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E&T

MARCH 8, 2023

The team for the Monash University Biomedicine Discovery Institute in Melbourne, Australia, have produced an enzyme that captures hydrogen from the atmosphere to create an electrical current. The researchers created the enzyme from common soil bacterium. It is able to use the low amounts of hydrogen present in the atmosphere, opening the way to create devices that literally make energy from thin air.

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Robotics Automation News

MARCH 8, 2023

Built Robotics, the inventor of the Exosystem, which os said to convert excavators into robots, has renewed its partnership with the International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE). The renewal extends the strategic partnership through 2026, and will continue to put union members in the driver’s seat of construction automation.

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Metrology

MARCH 8, 2023

As a family-owned company, WENZEL has been thinking long-term and across generations since its founding 55 years ago. “We want to make things better through our actions and then pass The post Wenzel Brings Sustainability To CMMs With Its EcoLine Series appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Plastics News

MARCH 8, 2023

LS Mtron’s molding machines continue to usher in smart manufacturing capabilities for companies around the globe, including for Pyramid Plastics in Rockford, Illinois.

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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.

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E&T

MARCH 8, 2023

The bureau is expected to coordinate the sharing and development of the country's data resources, with the aim of fostering a digital economy. The proposal has been introduced as part of a sweeping government reshuffle, and is set to be voted for at the National People's Congress during its annual session on Friday 13 March. The proposed bureau will be administrated by the state planning agency, the National Development and Reform Commission.

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Plastics Today

MARCH 8, 2023

Korean researchers have developed a low-cost fabrication technology for carbon-nanotube-based composite carbon fibers with high modulus and tensile strength.

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E&T

MARCH 8, 2023

The Emergency Services Network (ESN) is intended to replace Airwave, the system currently used by emergency services in Great Britain to communicate. All of the UK’s emergency services and over 300 public safety organisations communicate using Airwave and its coverage is superior to any of the publicly available networks. But it runs on a 2G connection, which limits its functionality.

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Plastics Today

MARCH 8, 2023

Life-cycle assessment of polyurethane footwear application shows cold-curing technology is 89% more energy efficient than thermal curing.

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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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Robotics Automation News

MARCH 8, 2023

The New York Power Authority (NYPA) has received its first federal approval to fly unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) or drones beyond the visual line of sight (BVLOS) of the pilot in command.

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Plastics Today

MARCH 8, 2023

Magic, a maker of electric blow molding equipment headquartered in Italy, has set up shop in Whitmore Lake.

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Robotics Automation News

MARCH 8, 2023

Fuzzy Logic Robotics has launched its “no-code industrial robot programming and simulation software”, Fuzzy Studio, on its website.

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Plastics Today

MARCH 8, 2023

Medtech might not be as recession-proof as initially thought.

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Robotics Automation News

MARCH 8, 2023

Honeywell has opened a new research and development center at its advanced technology facility in Brno, a city in the Czech Republic, to help warehouse and logistics companies across Europe enhance their supply chains and strengthen the accuracy, efficiency and throughput of packages.

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Control.com

MARCH 8, 2023

In observance of International Women’s Day, we look at the current state of women in STEM education and careers, paying particular attention to the presence of women in engineering.

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Robotics Automation News

MARCH 8, 2023

2022 has indeed been a roller coaster of an economic year, stretching the landscape for crypto traders over these last few months. With unprecedented volatility across all markets, crypto traders have had to draw on their knowledge and experience to adjust their trading strategies.

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Control.com

MARCH 8, 2023

EtherCAT is an often preferred competitor in the arena of industrial networking protocols. Learn the reason why many technologies embrace this protocol and what sets it apart from other fieldbus varieties.

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Mold Making Technology

MARCH 8, 2023

Innovative and, in some cases, unique lighting features on 2022 GMC Hummer EV pickups (above) and SUVs from General Motors Co. were enabled by both plastics design freedom and innovative tooling technologies. Photo Credit: General Motors Co. Automotive lighting is one of the most exciting and technology-heavy areas of today’s passenger vehicles.

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Robotics Automation News

MARCH 8, 2023

Sweden’s leading online pharmacy Apotea automated its logistics centre in Autumn 2022 to quickly, easily, and smoothly deliver approximately 50,000 orders a day to its customers. Following international cooperation between Element Logic, AutoStore, RightHand Robotics and Apotea, the centre fully integrated eOperator piece-picking robots with an AutoStore solution, a world first.

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Canadian Manufacturing

MARCH 8, 2023

Photo: CNW Group/De Havilland Aircraft of Canada. CALGARY — De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited launched a program with the not-for-profit organization Women in Aerospace Canada (WIA-Canada) to advance career development opportunities for women across the company and Canada’s aerospace sector. The program, Women in Aerospace at De Havilland Canada, is a six-month development initiative that will see its first participants undertake leadership, mentorship, and skills-development activit

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Robotics Automation News

MARCH 8, 2023

Cars wear out with time until they get to a point where multiple repairs are needed. Regular maintenance can be costly, especially if the car parts are hard to find. However, it would help not to let your car sit in the garage because you can sell it and get cash promptly.

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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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