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Microwave cable bends right at the connector

Design World

Times Microwave Systems introduces its new InstaBend 141 (IB-141)high-performance microwave assembly. InstaBend 141 provides a larger-diameter, lower-loss addition to Times Microwave’s Systems InstaBend family of microwave assemblies, which feature a flexible preassembled design for interconnects between RF circuit cards, modules, and enclosure panels.

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CSIRO roadmap highlights major role for renewable energy storage

Manufacturer's Monthly

Storage of renewable energy will be essential to Australia’s net zero transition but will require significant investment, according to the latest roadmap released today by Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO. The Renewable Energy Storage Roadmap shows that storage capacity must grow significantly over the coming decades to keep pace with rapidly rising electricity demand, which is projected to increase as building and transport industries electrify.

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Automotive-grade current sensors aids designers in maximizing autonomy range of EVs

Design World

One of the biggest issues in the EV sector is the need to develop vehicles that can travel the furthest possible distances between charges and so design engineers are continually searching for sensors that can offer the superior levels of efficiency and accuracy they require. The CAB 1500 is the latest member of LEM’s CAB […] The post Automotive-grade current sensors aids designers in maximizing autonomy range of EVs appeared first on Design World.

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Global energy transition ‘in need of fundamental course correction’

E&T

Global green energy investments must quadruple to reach the target set by the Paris climate accords, the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) has said. The agency's World Energy Transitions Outlook 2023 Preview has warned that the global energy transition is "off-track" and in need of a "fundamental course correction", which would include a significant increase in funding.

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Why Smart Factories Are the Only Path to Successful Onshoring

The golden age of offshoring is over, and simply bringing production home isn’t enough. This eBook breaks down why smart factories are the essential path to successful onshoring in a volatile global economy. You'll explore a shift from nostalgia to reinvention: how digital-first systems, real-time feedback loops, and empowered frontline teams make onshore production faster, more adaptive, and more resilient.

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Top Benefits of Using Automation in Your Business

Robotics Automation News

When you think of robotics, what comes to mind? If you’re a sci-fi buff, you might automatically think of The Terminator. After all, it’s a great movie and probably made you excited for what was to come. But the thing is, technology has come a long way since then.

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Oil and OCTG continue to grow, though hampered by labor pressures

The Fabricator

Growth and demand in the U.S. oil country tubular goods (OCTG) and line pipe markets will continue despite on-going labor issues, according to industry experts.

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Largest Injection Molding Machine in Switzerland Arrives from Munich

Plastics Today

KraussMaffei had to charter 22 trucks to deliver the MX 4000 to container manufacturer Georg Utz AG.

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Industry experts weigh in on the impact of AI on 3D printing

The Fabricator

Manufacturing platform Hubs reached out to experts in the additive manufacturing (AM) industry to explore the potential of AI-enabled 3D printing and has shared its findings in an online article, “AI-assisted 3D printing: Insights on emerging trends and technologies.” One of the most.

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Trinseo Pauses Production at Bristol, PA, Plant Following Chemical Spill

Plastics Today

Equipment failure reportedly caused 8,100 gallons of latex emulsion to enter a storm drain that feeds into local waterways.

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Speeding Robotics Automation with AI

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.

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The Role of Technology in the Evolution of Partial Truckload shipping

Robotics Automation News

Partial truckload shipping continues to evolve with technology, and it’s become much more popular over the last few years. This freight movement method allows shippers to combine their PTL freight with other shipments to fill a truckload.

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Registration Open for UMass Lowell Plastics Engineering Seminars

Plastics Today

Faculty and industry experts lead summer seminars devoted to plastics processing, design, and material selection.

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Overcoming Equipment Integration Issues

Automation World

Key aspects of equipment integration into the manufacturing process are often overlooked. These machine-to-enterprise integration methodologies and tips will help you create a viable digital integration strategy.

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Can Outsourcing Preventative Maintenance Save You Money?

Bastian Solution

Despite the high value and need, it’s not uncommon for warehouse automation system maintenance to be trimmed from a company’s budget and priority. Outsourcing is one way to keep maintenance costs down but still protect your operation. In this post, we look at how.

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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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Festo Solutions Boost Intralogistics Productivity

Automation World

An inside look at Festo’s electric and pneumatic automation solutions for intralogistics.

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Kickstart: Reshoring hits new record

Plastics News

The Reshoring Initiative records a record number of jobs in the U.S., a recycling business is part of an affordable housing project in Detroit, and Crocs see continued growth.

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Moving Beyond the Digital Twin Proof-of-Concept Stage

Automation World

The benefits of digital twins for real-world industrial operational benefits are growing as more companies apply the technology. To ensure your success, make sure your data fundamentals are in place first.

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Can Outsourcing Preventative Maintenance Save You Money?

Bastian Solution

Despite the high value and need, it’s not uncommon for warehouse automation system maintenance to be trimmed from a company’s budget and priority. Outsourcing is one way to keep maintenance costs down but still protect your operation. In this post, we look at how.

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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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The ‘power factor’ of moneo in reducing energy use

Manufacturer's Monthly

As industrial businesses strive to reduce their energy use – to be more sustainable and save on operational costs – ifm ’s self-service IIoT platform, moneo, offers an easy solution. According to Freddie Coertze, the national IoT business manager for ifm Australia, moneo draws on all the data collected from an industrial powermeter – including historical data and livestream analytics – then uses artificial intelligence to provide insights that can be actioned immediately.

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Suhner to Unveil New Robotic Electric Force Compliance System at AUTOMATE

Fabricating & Metal Work

The EFC-02 features an easy-to-use web-based inferface. Recognizing the role robotics plays in adding efficiency and lowering production costs for manufacturers of all types and sizes, Suhner continues to expand its robotics offering. The fully electric EFC-02 delivers precise, constant force throughout robotic grinding, sanding and deburring processes – resulting in superior, consistent surface quality.

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Australian defence industry awarded $3.2 million in grants

Manufacturer's Monthly

The grants have been awarded to six Australian small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that are supporting the manufacturing of defence capabilities. The Defence Global Competitiveness and Sovereign Industrial Capability Priority grant programs provide 50 per cent matching grants to assist Australian SMEs to build capabilities for the defence industry and overcome barriers to export.

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Kickstart: Reshoring hits new record

Plastics News

The Reshoring Initiative records a record number of jobs in the U.S., a recycling business is part of an affordable housing project in Detroit, and Crocs see continued growth.

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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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Wide Open Agriculture to identify location for large-scale buntine protein manufacturing facility

AU Manufacturing

Wide Open Agriculture (WOA) announced that it is moving forward in identifying a large-scale manufacturing plant for the production of buntine protein, a key ingredient in a variety of food applications. WOA is convinced that business development initiatives will validate the need for buntine protein as a food additive, which will support the current site selection work for commercial-scale manufacture, the company said in an ASX announcement.

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ProMat 2023: Pickle Robots and Ron Howard

Control.com

ProMat 2023 has come to an end. What technologies made an appearance on the show floor that are helping shape the future of smart warehousing, logistics, and manufacturing operations?

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Massive National Reconstruction Fund Bill gains Senate approval

AU Manufacturing

The Albanese government’s $15 billion National Reconstruction Fund (NRF) is on its way to becoming law after Senate passed the NRF Corporation Bill on Tuesday. The fund is part of the government’s election commitment that seeks to boost Australia’s manufacturing capability by fostering the development of existing industries and helping create new industries over the long term.

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US generated more energy from renewables than coal for the first time in 2022

E&T

In 2022, renewable energy sources such as wind, solar, hydro, biomass, and geothermal, produced more electricity than coal for the first time in the United States. Additionally, renewable generation surpassed nuclear generation for the second time, the first time being in 2021. In total, the US electric power sector produced 4,090 million megawatt-hours (MWh) of electricity last year, according to new figures released by the EIA.

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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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SWA rolls out report detailing pandemic impacts on returning workers

AU Manufacturing

Government statutory agency Safe Work Australia (SWA) has published a new report illustrating the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on workers returning to work following an injury or illness. The report titled, “Returning to work during COVID-19” offers insights into the experience of returning to work during the pandemic, both positive and negative.

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Cybersecurity for Industrial Control Systems

Control.com

Cybersecurity is all about processes and people. A lot of threats can be mitigated through technology, but only if people understand how cybersecurity affects control systems and related technology.

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IperionX, Canyon team up to manufacture sustainable bicycle components

AU Manufacturing

ASX-listed IperionX Limited has collaborated with Canyon Bicycles to produce bicycle components utilising IperionX’s 100 per cent recycled and low-carbon titanium to create a more environmentally friendly titanium supply chain for the cycling industry. The announcement highlights the possibility to manufacture bicycle parts using IperionX’s 100 per cent recycled titanium, which is in line with Canyon’s intentions to promote the use of novel materials in manufacturing and to mat