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Round Three of Global Plastics Treaty Talks Begins

Plastics Today

The weeklong session in Nairobi is at a "pivotal moment” regarding policies and actions to consider, according to a senior attorney from the Center for International Environmental Law.

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Land agreement to build Australia’s nuclear-powered submarines

Manufacturer's Monthly

Australia is a step closer to building conventionally armed, nuclear-powered submarines after the Australian and South Australian Governments reached agreement on a land exchange for the new submarine construction yard. The submarine construction yard, to be built at Osborne, South Australia , is a major undertaking that will employ up to 4,000 workers at its peak.

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How can automation and sustainability work together to meet business goals?

Control Engineering

Learning Objectives Learn how automation can help achieve social, environmental and governance (ESG) goals. Discover methods for using automation to improve material usage, improve worker safety and streamline compliance. Explore more information on the link between automation and ESG goals in a recent ISA position paper. Automation and sustainability insights In addition to improving productivity, efficiency and profitability, automation technology can significantly improve an organizationsR

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Omron Automation Introduces Its Latest Short-wave Infrared Camera

Control.com

Omron Automation's latest camera uses short-wave infrared technology to produce higher-quality images without visible light, alleviating ambient light challenges and expanding inspection possibilities.

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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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GBI Shifts to Second Straight Month of Slowing Contraction

Mold Making Technology

GBI: Moldmaking activity was up a point in October. Photo credit, all images: Gardner Intelligence Moldmaking activity contracted for a seventh month in October, though at a slower pace, so that the index appears more in line with what was seen in July. The Gardner Business Index (GBI) Moldmaking, ended the month at 45.5, almost fully recovering the second of two points lost in August.

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4 Ways to Stop a Cycle to Allow Operator Intervention

Modern Machine Shop

Photo Credit: Getty Images Ideally, CNC machines should be completely automatic. Once a cycle is activated, the machine should run the entire program without stopping. In this way, and with an acceptable process, the operator is free to perform other tasks while the machine is running. Additionally, the time required to complete the production run will be more consistent and predictable.

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A Closer Look at AI Machine Vision in Manufacturing

Metrology

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has revolutionized many industries by enabling machines to perform tasks that were once solely the domain of humans. One such application is AI machine vision, a technology that empowers machines to 'see' and understand their surroundings. The post A Closer Look at AI Machine Vision in Manufacturing appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Austal, Civmec and Navantia Australia partner to offer corvettes for Australia

Manufacturer's Monthly

Austal , Civmec and Navantia Australia announced that they have partnered to offer the Australian Government a proposal to deliver six corvettes in recognition of the Navy’s urgent need for increased strike capability. Designed by Navantia, the corvette combines the manoeuvrability of a Tier 2 vessel, with the powerful weaponry of a major surface combatant.

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Iron resolve: steel town unites to fight for its furnaces

The Guardian Manufacturing

As Scunthorpe faces 2,000 job losses in a move to greener tech, MPs and unions fear for workers and a strategic UK industry Steve Barnes, co-owner of the Lucky Tuppence sweetshop on Scunthorpe’s high street, has experienced the decline of the UK’s steel industry first-hand: he was made redundant in 1981, when Margaret Thatcher’s government cut thousands of jobs.

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WA Government signs MoU with nuclear-powered submarine manufacturer

Manufacturer's Monthly

A major boost to Western Australia ‘s maritime defence industry has been achieved with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the State Government and the world’s largest manufacturer of nuclear-powered submarines. Huntington Ingalls Industries employs over 42,000 people worldwide, and is a builder of the US Virginia-class submarine, the model of nuclear-powered submarine Australia is expected to purchase in the next decade.

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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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Industrial Inspection & Analysis Acquires Q-PLUS Labs

Metrology

As a growth-driven leader in lab and field testing, inspection, calibration, and engineering, Industrial Inspection & Analysis (IIA) has announced the acquisition of Q-PLUS Labs. Q-PLUS Labs joins Industrial Inspection & Analysis’s Lab Services division. The post Industrial Inspection & Analysis Acquires Q-PLUS Labs appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Round Three of Global Plastics Treaty Talks Begins

Plastics Today

The weeklong session in Nairobi is at a "pivotal moment” regarding policies and actions to consider, according to a senior attorney from the Center for International Environmental Law.

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Starrett Hosts Students for Educational Manufacturing Day Event

Modern Machine Shop

Photo Credit: The L.S. Starrett Company The L.S. Starrett Company opened its doors to students and the community for Manufacturing Day at Starrett Corporate Headquarters in Athol, Massachusetts. Manufacturing Day activities nationwide were sponsored by the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM). The Starrett event featured guided tours of its headquarters facility and highlighted a range of opportunities in manufacturing innovation and technology, including CNC programming, robotics automat

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‘METROLOGY BREW’ News Bulletin – 13th November

Metrology

Summary of headline metrology and smart manufacturing news from the past 7 days. The post ‘METROLOGY BREW’ News Bulletin – 13th November 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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Tungaloy Grooving Toolholders Provide Highly Stable Machining

Modern Machine Shop

Photo Credit: Tungaloy-NTK America Inc. Tungaloy-NTK America Inc. ’s TungHeavyGroove grooving inserts and toolholders are designed for heavy-duty and wide-profile grooving applications. TungHeavyGroove introduces an enhanced insert clamping design for maximum tool rigidity. It includes inserts in widths of 10, 15, 20 and 25 mm. New SHER-CHP toolholders incorporate durable features that enhance the tool reliability.

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High-End Microscope Camera Designed for Challenging Industrial Applications

Metrology

Designed for a variety of challenging life science and industrial applications, the DP75 camera empowers researchers and inspectors to capture high-resolution images from brightfield to fluorescence, even in the near-infrared (NIR) range. The post High-End Microscope Camera Designed for Challenging Industrial Applications appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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How to make the vertical injection molding machine more energy-saving

Min-Hui

Vertical injection molding machine is used in industry production tools. The machine’s plastics industry comprises an oil circuit using proportional valve control technology and switching valve control technology, two kinds of composition. Vertical injection molding machine power saving analysis: Vertical injection molding machine as a representative of the hydraulic drive equipment, in the cooling and … How to make the vertical injection molding machine more energy-saving Read More

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CMM Controller Retrofits Enable Multi-Sensor Production Inspection

Metrology

As a result of the improvements, the sealing design and manufacturing specialist has immediately gained the ability to use the Renishaw SP25M tactile scanning probe, which it's hoped will cut metrology cycle times by at least one-third when implemented in early 2024. The post CMM Controller Retrofits Enable Multi-Sensor Production Inspection 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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Ladder Logic Essentials: A Beginner’s Guide to PLC Programming

DO Supply

Imagine stepping into a factory with machines seamlessly working, conveyor belts smoothly transitioning, and indicator lights rhythmically flashing. This synchronized operation has a central orchestrator, the Programmable Logic Controller (PLC). But how do these machines receive instructions on what tasks to perform? That’s where Ladder Logic steps in.

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New Class of Edge AI Industrial Cameras Allows AI Overlays in Live Video Streams

Metrology

New class of intelligent industrial cameras act as edge devices and generate AI overlays in live video streams for demanding applications in industrial quality. The post New Class of Edge AI Industrial Cameras Allows AI Overlays in Live Video Streams appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Workcell Digitalization for Open Connectivity in Robot-Driven Manufacturing

Metrology

The patent-pending FlexxCORE technology enables robots to securely connect and communicate with all types of automation equipment in the smart factory to provide more powerful, flexible and open connectivity than previously possible. The post Workcell Digitalization for Open Connectivity in Robot-Driven Manufacturing appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.