Design World

MARCH 23, 2023

As automation continues to expand in existing as well as newer applications, the enabling automation technology is evolving to keep pace with these changes. Motors and drives are no exception. In particular, motors have gotten smaller to accommodate space and size restrictions in new, unique applications. There have also been changes to how motors are… The post Automation propels trends in motors and drives appeared first on Design World.

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Gary Mintchell

MARCH 23, 2023

MESA (Manufacturing Enterprise Solutions Association) recently held its members meeting online. I was able to sit in as a long-time member. The association made it through the difficult times of the pandemic and losing most of its platinum supporting members. I’m sad about the companies I worked with over 20 years who have dropped away from the organization.

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Design World

MARCH 23, 2023

Teledyne announces its Sapera Vision Software Edition 2023-03 is now available. Teledyne DALSA’s Sapera Vision Software provides field-proven image acquisition, control, image processing, and artificial intelligence functions to design, develop, and deploy high-performance machine vision applications. The new upgrades include enhancements to its AI training graphical tool Astrocyte 1.40 and its image processing and AI… The post Teledyne adds advanced AI enhancements to its image processing

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Plastics News

MARCH 23, 2023

One person was injured March 22 in an explosion and fire at a cumene plant operated by Ineos in Pasadena, Texas.

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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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Design World

MARCH 23, 2023

AMETEK Germany opened a new state-of-the-art Customer Solutions Center in Weiterstadt, Germany, where visitors can find the latest news concerning the company’s many brands, and experience product demonstrations of technologies ranging from the field of elemental analysis, drive technology, optics metrology, and surface measurement. Serving numerous industries including aerospace and defense, automotive, food, pharma and… The post AMETEK Germany opens new customer solutions center appeared

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Design World

MARCH 23, 2023

Mitsubishi Electric Automation announces the iQ-R Series CC-Link IE TSN Plus module which supports CC-Link IE TSN and EtherNet/IP networks in one module. CC-Link IE TSN is an open industrial network technology that combines gigabit Ethernet bandwidth with Time Sensitive Networking (TSN) allowing for high-speed motion control, safety, and standard communication I/O devices.

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The Fabricator

MARCH 23, 2023

Vortex nonwoven abrasives from Norton | Saint-Gobain help shops achieve optimal finishes in fewer steps with increased safety.

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Canadian Manufacturing

MARCH 23, 2023

(CNW Group/Oppy) PITT MEADOWS — UP Vertical Farms has commenced operations at Canada’s first hands-free vertical farm where sustainably-grown, pesticide and contamination-free baby salad greens are being produced at 350 times the yield of conventional field-grown greens. UP’s blends of bagged baby leafy green salads will be available at select grocery retailers across Western Canada this spring.

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Robotics Automation News

MARCH 23, 2023

The concept of automated policing began as a science fiction concept years ago, but today it is “real and impactful”, according to security robotics specialist Knightscope. The sophistication of robot-powered security is even more interesting than sci-fi to Stacy Stephens, the co-founder and chief client officer of Knightscope.

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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 23, 2023

The caterpillar-like robot developed by the North Carolina researchers could offer a new approach to locomotion for soft robotics. The caterpillar-bot’s movement is driven by a novel pattern of silver nanowires that use heat to control the robot's bending, allowing users to steer its movements in either direction. “A caterpillar’s movement is controlled by local curvature of its body – its body curves differently when it pulls itself forward than it does when it pushes itself backward,” said Yon

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Robotics Automation News

MARCH 23, 2023

In the food industry, it’s essential to carefully control the temperature of perishable goods throughout production, transportation, storage, and sales. Repeated warnings about illnesses due to tainted and improperly cooked foods highlight the need for tighter process control.

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E&T

MARCH 23, 2023

The material, which was developed by researchers at Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden, could also combat the widespread problem of toxic dye discharge from the textile industry. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), there are currently over two billion people living with limited or no access to clean water. The new material is based on cellulose nanocrystals which have an extremely high absorption capacity.

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Plastics Today

MARCH 23, 2023

As manufacturing jobs continue to go unfilled, next-gen robots, some powered by artificial intelligence, are ready to pick up the slack.

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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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E&T

MARCH 23, 2023

The new assessment of the presence of infrastructure in Key Biodiversity Areas (KBAs) raises concerns that more of the sites could contain power plants, mines and oil and gas infrastructure in the future. Maps of the KBAs were compared with datasets of different types of infrastructure in categories such as transport, dams and reservoirs and energy.

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Plastics Today

MARCH 23, 2023

Exothermic Molding President Paul Steck explains how the addition of 3D-printing capabilities helped him to grow his business and enter new markets.

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E&T

MARCH 23, 2023

France has passed a controversial bill to trial AI-based surveillance cameras at the 2024 Olympic Games, despite the opposition of human rights activists. The bill, focused on ensuring security at the Games, included an article which allowed the use of AI-powered camera systems to spot suspicious behaviour in real-time to detect " events likely to pose or reveal a risk" of "terrorist acts or serious breaches of security".

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Robotics Automation News

MARCH 23, 2023

Sarcos Technology and Robotics, an exoskeleton and other robotic systems company, is collaborating with Jabil, a manufacturing solutions provider, to expand Sarcos’ production capacity for its robotic systems and sub-systems. Under the terms of the agreement, Sarcos will utilize Jabil’s broad manufacturing services to produce a variety of leading-edge robotic systems and sub-systems.

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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

Plastics Today

MARCH 23, 2023

2023 looks promising for the CMDO industry after a 2022 filled with supply chain issues, inflation, and personnel shortages.

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Robotics Automation News

MARCH 23, 2023

IDS Imaging Development Systems is offering an update for the AI system IDS NXT: Cameras can now also detect anomalies In quality assurance, it is often necessary to reliably detect deviations from the norm. Industrial cameras have a key role in this, capturing images of products and analysing them for defects.

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Plastics News

MARCH 23, 2023

Market sources told that regional prices for nylon, polycarbonate and ABS resins all declined in the first quarter of 2023.

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Plastics Today

MARCH 23, 2023

Some 250,000 Coors Light Coors-icles in 2-oz. squeeze pouches are available online and at 800+ bars nationwide during March Madness basketball.

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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.

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Automation Mag

MARCH 23, 2023

Jay Judkowitz, vice-president of product at OTTO Motors was named as one of Supply & Demand Chain Executive ’s Pros to Know for 2023. OTTO Motors explains in a press statement that this award recognizes outstanding executives whose accomplishments offer a roadmap for other leaders looking to leverage supply chain for competitive advantage. “It’s truly an honour to be included in the 2023 list of Pros to Know,” said Judkowitz.

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Plastics Today

MARCH 23, 2023

SK Chemicals to acquire assets to produce chemically recycled BHET to make chemically recycled PET with plans to expand into Europe and North America.

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Robotics Automation News

MARCH 23, 2023

August Robotics, an autonomous commercial robotics company, has launched its Lionel Lease offering, in partnership with the renowned exhibition venue Leipzig Messe, in Germany. The company’s Lionel robots are now available for lease to exhibition clients anywhere in the world. Leipzig Messe is an innovative early Lionel customer.

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Additive Manufacturing

MARCH 23, 2023

At the South By Southwest (SXSW) conference, technology, entrepreneurship, film, and music collide in downtown Austin, TX. We set out to discover how additive manufacturing was making an appearance alongside creative design keynotes and celebrity red carpets. ICON – At a featured event at SXSW, ICON showcased the first 3D-printed outdoor performance pavilion at The Long Center for the Performing Arts.

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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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Fabricating & Metal Work

MARCH 23, 2023

The Combilift crew with the company’s 75,000 truck on the production line in Ireland. At ProMat 2023 in Chicago, Combilift donated an Aisle Master articulated forklift to the Convey of Hope. Pictured left to right are Jeff Smethers (Convoy of Hope), Martin McVicar (Combilift) and Erick Meier (Convoy of Hope). As part of Combilift’s celebrations for its 25 th anniversary, the Irish materials handling specialist has announced that it is donating its 75,000 th truck – an Aisle Master articula

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Control.com

MARCH 23, 2023

Optical sensors are one of the most popular sensor types in industrial automation. This article covers optical sensor basics and commonly used types, including fiber optic, photoelectric, and optical encoders.

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Robotics Automation News

MARCH 23, 2023

By David Alatorre, CTO, Rivelin Robotics The use of metal additive manufacturing has revolutionized the manufacturing industry, allowing for the creation of complex and intricate parts in a faster and more cost-effective manner.

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