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WAGO TOPJOB® S Terminal Block Variants: What is Best for Your Application?

Design World

By Barry Nelson, Public Relations Coordinator, WAGO Corporation Push-In Connection with tool operation: With any push-in terminal block, solid or ferruled wires can be inserted into the block without the use of any tool in order to make a connection. This actuation style requires the insertion of a tool only for the introduction of stranded… The post WAGO TOPJOB® S Terminal Block Variants: What is Best for Your Application?

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Are Garage Door Seals Important? Top 3 Benefits of a Well-Sealed Garage Door

Robotics Automation News

The importance of a garage door goes beyond its aesthetic appeal and its function as a barrier to your home. One aspect that homeowners in Dallas might overlook is the garage door seal. But just how vital is it? Why Garage Door Seals are Essential 1.

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How to Approach you Automated process with a LFA Precision Link Conveyor

Design World

Is there a manufacturing process that is being automated that needs to move a product from station to station? If so, there will be a multitude of choices to accomplish this movement or transfer between stations. For engineers, designers, customers, and managers, the questions on what product to use always arise. Making a decision on… The post How to Approach you Automated process with a LFA Precision Link Conveyor appeared first on Design World.

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Troubleshooting Chamberlain Garage Door Opener Beeping in Charlotte

Robotics Automation News

Chamberlain is a widely recognized name in the world of garage door openers. But like all technological devices, sometimes Chamberlain garage door openers may show signs of malfunction or a need for adjustment. One such sign is the annoying and persistent beeping sound.

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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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Electric Vehicle Battery Manufacturing

Design World

Motion Index Drives is here to help manufacturers adapt in this progressive shift into Electric Vehicle Production with a variety of precise and flexible solutions to improve the efficiency of EV battery manufacturing. The new RTX350 high speed cam indexing rotary table is our newest and smallest indexer of our extensive line of cam indexers.… The post Electric Vehicle Battery Manufacturing appeared first on Design World.

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Step-by-Step Guide to Creating a Memorable Logo Online

Robotics Automation News

In today’s digital age, establishing a strong online presence is crucial for businesses of all sizes. A key component of this online presence is a compelling and memorable logo. Logos serve as a visual representation of a brand’s identity, instantly conveying its values and essence to potential customers.

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Ideal Spindles for High-Speed Robotic Milling of Plastics and Composites

Robotics Automation News

By Mark Fairchild Robot arms are finding their way into a wide variety of applications because of their precision, strength, and versatility. Robotic milling systems have become more common in recent years and have several advantages over traditional machine tools for certain applications.

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LFA Precision Conveyor used in Medical Device Manufacturing

Design World

In automated medical device manufacturing, the implementation of precision link indexing conveyors presents a multitude of advantages from an engineering perspective. In regards to the medical industry in particular, the LFA precision link conveyor could be one of the best fits for its application. This is due to the very clean design, high accuracy, high… The post LFA Precision Conveyor used in Medical Device Manufacturing appeared first on Design World.

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Roll-Up vs Sectional Garage Doors: What’s Best for Your Home?

Robotics Automation News

Choosing the right garage door is more than just aesthetics. It’s about durability, functionality, and long-term value. Let’s delve into two popular options: roll-up and sectional garage doors. 1. Basics and Types Roll-Up Garage Doors Design: Consist of slim horizontal slats rolling into a coil above the entrance.

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How to Increase Rotational Capacity for a Retaining Ring

Design World

Importance of Retaining Ring RPM Performance By Justyna Rapacz, Marketing Engineer With rotational capacity requirements of modern applications higher than ever, many engineers struggle to find retaining rings that can withstand high speeds. If an engineer settles for alternate solutions to retaining rings, it often results in more assembly time and costs more money, or even worse,… The post How to Increase Rotational Capacity for a Retaining Ring appeared first on Design World.

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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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Brunson Issues Pink SMR Target Holders to Raise Breast Cancer Awareness

Metrology

Both functional and a keepsake, the pink 1.5THDN target holders meet the company’s rigorous specifications and may be used in metrology applications. The post Brunson Issues Pink SMR Target Holders to Raise Breast Cancer Awareness appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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ECI Monitoring System Provides Actionable Insights

Modern Machine Shop

Photo Credit: ECI Software Solutions Inc. ECI Software Solutions ’ Alora machine intelligence and monitoring system is designed to connect and analyze shopfloor data in real-time. By triggering actions that reduce downtime, scraps and failure, Alora increases utilization of existing machinery and staff, enabling machine operators and managers to maximize their output.

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New Govt program to nurture Bundaberg industry workforces

Manufacturer's Monthly

The Bundaberg food and beverage manufacturing sector is one of four key Queensland regional sectors to receive more funding support by the Palaszczuk Government to help with the implementation of locally focused and led workforce planning initiatives. The Queensland Government ’s new Grow Your Own program is ensuring key industries in the regions remain competitive – with ready-access to suitable training programs to attract new workers and upskill existing workers.

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Take Time to Save Time: 6 Steps in Mold Design to Reduce Back-End Troubleshooting

Mold Making Technology

When you buy a mold, you’re not just buying steel — you’re buying parts that meet specified tolerances. Photo Credit, all images: Westminster Tool When you go to a moldmaker, what are you really buying — just steel or something more? The reality is you’re paying for the plastic part, and not just any part, but a dimensionally stable component that will meet the part print shot after shot for the millions of cycles the tool will be running.

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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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More funding awarded for next phase of AUKUS submarine programme

Manufacturer's Monthly

The Ministry of Defence in the United Kingdom has awarded £3.95 billion ($7.5 billion AUD) of funding to BAE Systems for the next phase of the UK’s next-generation nuclear-powered attack submarine programme, known as SSN- AUKUS. SSN-AUKUS will be the largest, most powerful and advanced attack submarines the Royal Navy has ever operated and will eventually replace the Astute class, which BAE Systems builds at its site in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria.

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‘METROLOGY BREW’ News Bulletin – October 2nd

Metrology

Summary of headline metrology and smart manufacturing news from the past 7 days. The post ‘METROLOGY BREW’ News Bulletin – October 2nd appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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ABB Releases New IRB1090 Educational Robot and Software

Control.com

ABB has developed a new educational robot and modular software geared towards inspiring and training the next generation of robotics engineers.

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Eleven Dynamics Funding Round Paving Way For Accelerated Growth

Metrology

Eleven Dynamics has announced that it has completed an additional round of funding. The post Eleven Dynamics Funding Round Paving Way For Accelerated Growth 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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Plastics Processors Step Up Outreach on Manufacturing Day

Plastics Today

Injection molders, extruders, and tool makers welcome students and the general public to tour their facilities and gain a better understanding of what US manufacturing looks like today.

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Tour: One fast way to design and buy low-cost automation

Motion Control Tips

Performance-plastics component and system manufacturer igus Inc. recently brought their mobile-exhibition roadshow to Cleveland where we Design World editors got the chance to rendezvous with some of their engineers and sales team. igus has used mobile exbits for several years but temporarily halted them during the COVID-19 pandemic. Recently igus resurrected its roadshow program to […] The post Tour: One fast way to design and buy low-cost automation appeared first on Motion Control Tips

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The new Moon race: behind India and China's space ambitions

E&T

The race to the Moon is on – once again. Half a century after humans set foot on the lunar surface for the last time, nations are back at the drawing board, designing missions to reach the Earth’s only satellite. This time, they intend to stay. Towards the end of summer, two nations fought to become the first to land in a spacecraft at the Moon’s south pole.

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Flexible Part Feeder

Omron

High-performance, flexible part feeding solution providing plug-and-play integration with OMRON Industrial Robots, Vision Systems, and ACE software.

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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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TCI Precision Metals Expands Sawing Services

Modern Machine Shop

The TCI Precision Metals' fm8 plate saw cuts aluminum and other nonferrous metals up to 6 inches thick at speeds of 100 ft/min, reducing customer turnaround time, increasing efficiency and improving quality. Photo Credit: TCI Precision Metals TCI Precision Metals has expanded its precision sawing services to meet the demands of customers wanting more flexibility in materials processing.

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5G – The Future Backbone of Smart Manufacturing

Metrology

In the era of Industry 4.0, where automation, data-driven decision-making, and efficiency are paramount, smart factories are transforming the manufacturing landscape. Central to this transformation is the adoption of 5G The post 5G – The Future Backbone of Smart Manufacturing appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Helping the Community

Dinesh Mishra

TV Mohan, Country Head & MD, Andreas Maier India shares the various proactive ways in which his company is positively influencing the industry and the environment CUSTOMER DELIGHT The company offers a range of comprehensive services, including on-site pre-production drawings, plans, and CAD presentations. It conducts trial runs and product demos on customer machines, providing prompt and complete engineering and design support.

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Eleven Dynamics Unveils The Future of Measuring Arms

Metrology

Eleven Dynamics AG has launched NEXOS GEAR, an automated measurement table powered by the renowned NEXOS AIR software. The post Eleven Dynamics Unveils The Future of Measuring Arms appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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5 Ways New Manufacturing Companies Are Accelerating Innovation

Next-gen manufacturers are redesigning factories to enable agility at every stage of production. From more timely communication between engineers and technicians to technologies that empower real-time collaboration, they’re getting ahead by making iterations and improvements during a build, across the production line at scale. This level of flexibility means they can develop more quickly than their legacy counterparts.

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Four manufacturing applications that benefit from under-rider AMRs

Control Engineering

Learning Objectives Understand how autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) can help manufacturers. Learn what an under-rider AMR does and the tasks it can perform. Learn about the four applications where under-rider AMRs can be especially beneficial. AMR insights Autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) can play a key role in manufacturing because of their name: They’re autonomous and do not require constant human intervention the way an automated guided vehicle (AGV) would.

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Doing Great Things Together

Dinesh Mishra

Tridib Majumder, Managing Director at Quaker Houghton, India details the top ways in which his organization reaches out and positively influences its social and natural environment Customer Delight Quaker Houghton always perceives customer challenges as their own. Quaker Houghton offers the right combination of science, engineering, and business expertise so that customers are better equipped to meet the future, fully confident that their operations will run even more efficiently and effectively

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In Moldmaking, Mantle Process Addresses Lead Time and Talent Pool

Modern Machine Shop

Is the way injection molds are made getting ready to change? Today, mold cores and cavities are made on CNC machining centers; they are milled out of tool steel. And they will almost entirely continue to be made that way for some time to come. But a very different means of making cores and cavities that has now fully come to market still uses a CNC machining center — albeit a modified one — and still works in tool steel — albeit initially in a non-solid form.

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Commitment to Excellence

Dinesh Mishra

Arun Upanal, Founder, Upanal CNC Solutions shares how his company has mastered the different channels and ways of engagement for positively influencing people and the environment Customer Delight In the competitive world of CNC solutions, one company stands out for its commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction: Upanal CNC Solutions. With a strong emphasis on innovation, quality, and personalized service At the heart of Upanal CNC Solutions lies a customer-centric approach that sets it a

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How to Leverage AI for Actionable Insights in BI, Data, and Analytics

In the rapidly-evolving world of embedded analytics and business intelligence, one important question has emerged at the forefront: How can you leverage artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance your application’s analytics capabilities? Imagine having an AI tool that answers your user’s questions with a deep understanding of the context in their business and applications, nuances of their industry, and unique challenges they face.