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Invio Automation launches automation assessment service

Robotics Business Review

Invio Automation offers an expansive design library that includes custom end-effectors, like the one used in pack-out procedures above. | Source: Invio Automation Invio Automation launched its Factory of the Future Rapid Automation Assessment (RAA) service. Invio said it designed the service to help manufacturers accelerate their automation journey.

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UK must be less dependent on China for critical minerals, says thinktank

The Guardian Manufacturing

Exclusive: Labour Together urges government to de-risk supply chains by working with other countries The UK must become less dependent on China for critical minerals, an influential thinktank has concluded before a government strategy decision in the spring. In a report on rare earth minerals, which are essential components for hi-tech products from mobile phones to missiles, Labour Together said ministers should de-risk supply chains and reduce reliance on China by building partnerships with ot

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Establishing sustainable batteries one component at a time

Manufacturer's Monthly

Professor Neeraj Sharma is a co-developer on a groundbreaking sustainable battery component at UNSW science. Image: UNSW Sydney Manufacturers Monthly sat down with Professor Neeraj Sharma from UNSW Science to discuss research into a sustainable lithium-ion battery component that utilises food-based acids. Despite lithium-ion batteries having applications across most household battery energy storage, vehicles and electronics, the current technology has limitations due to its graphite anodes.

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Top Emerging Technologies: Revolutionizing Healthcare, Energy, and Manufacturing by 2030

Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

In a fast-evolving technological landscape, ignoring innovation could mean missing out on opportunities that will define the next decade. From healthcare advancements to energy storage breakthroughs and fully autonomous manufacturing, technologies at lower Technology Readiness Levels (TRLs) today have the potential to disrupt industries by 2030. Frost & Sullivans recent TechVision webinar, “ Future 18 Technologies: Why Ignorance Isnt Bliss Emerging Technologies Unlocking Commercial Op

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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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ANCA Grinding Platform Boosts Tool Grinding Productivity

Modern Machine Shop

Source: ANCA ANCA ’s advanced grinding solutions offer seamless finished tool grinding in a single setup, including blank preparation. The company’s setup features the P-axis Arobotech, which supports blanks at the grind point, enabling the efficient production of various tools with a surface finish below 0.2 Ra. This process significantly reduces cycle time while boosting productivity.

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Moldmaking in 2024: A Year of Innovation, Challenges and Holiday Reflections

Mold Making Technology

Source: Stock, Copilot Over the past month, we surveyed our audience to capture the pulse of the moldmaking industry. Through a series of polls, we've compiled insights that reflect the innovative spirit, community engagement and forward-thinking strategies of today's moldmakers. From technological wishlists and workplace celebrations to industry predictions and personal recharging techniques, these responses offer a snapshot of the moldmaking community as move into 2025.

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How Smart Encoders Use Integrated Sensors

Automation World

Insights into the use of built-in accelerometers and additional sensors in encoders to enable predictive maintenance and condition monitoring while simplifying installation and cabling.

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Machining super alloys—while keeping it cool

Dinesh Mishra

When machining heat-resistant materials, such as titanium and other super alloys, two factors play an especially crucial role in controlling temperature and maximizing service life downtimes: top-quality tools and a targeted coolant supply. The additively manufactured MaxiMill 211-DC indexable insert milling system showcases how proper nozzle positioning can be a true difference maker.

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EndoQuest Robotics granted FDA approval for robotic colorectal surgery study

Robotics Automation News

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted EndoQuest Robotics, a privately-held pioneer in the development of flexible endoluminal robotic technologies, an Investigational Device Exemption (IDE) for its pivotal colorectal clinical study, Prospective Assessment of a Robotic-Assisted Device in Gastrointestinal Medicine (PARADIGM).

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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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Cummins India Showcases Advanced Integrated Solutions at Bharat Mobility 2025

Dinesh Mishra

New Delhi, India: Cummins Group in India (Cummins), leading power solutions technology provider, is set to unveil its advanced integrated solutions for Commercial Vehicles (CV) at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025. Aligned with Indias evolving transportation needs and expanding highway infrastructure, Cummins, under its Power Onward” brand platform, will showcase holistic solutions that deliver performance and efficiency.

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The Latest Partnerships in Automated Agricultural Operations

Control.com

Burro, Adept Ag, and Bird Bros seek to evolve the nature of farming operations to help boost productivity and conserve energy and resources.

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Shaping the future together at IMTEX 2025

Dinesh Mishra

Sandvik Coromant, a global leader in cutting tools and manufacturing solutions, will be exhibiting at IMTEX 2025 from January 23 to 29 at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC). Visitors can find the Sandvik Coromant team in Machine Hall 4, booth B127, where they will present an interactive, solutions-focused experience designed to address the evolving needs of modern manufacturers.

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The 2024 Modern Machine Shop Cover Contest

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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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Operational Efficiency: The Secrets of a High-Performing Industry

Picomto

Is operational efficiency a major challenge for your industry? In 2024, 67% of industrial companies still struggle to optimize their paper-based processes. McKinsey reveals that improved operational efficiency increases productivity by 25%. Are your teams wasting time searching for the right work procedures? According to Deloitte, paper-based instructions cause 45% of downtime. [.

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Robot Era unveils groundbreaking ERA-42 model, ushering in a new era of general-purpose robotics

Manufacturing Tomorrow

The ERA-42 model redefines robotic intelligence with unmatched dexterity and scalability thanks to its neural network-empowered training approach

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Novel welding tech demonstration draws industry representatives

The Fabricator

A new spinduction process combines induction heating and kinetic energy to join two workpieces without filler metals.

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NETZSCH Highlights TORNADO® T1 Generation F Rotary Lobe Pump

Manufacturing Tomorrow

Produces high flow at low to medium pressures in a small compact package

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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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Unitree Robotics releases new lidar system with ‘200 percent performance increase’

Robotics Automation News

Unitree Robotics says its new L2 4D lidar is an ideal solution for robot vacuums, intelligent distribution systems, smart factories, and more. Unitree, a global robotics company that develops and sells consumer and industry-level, high-performance robots, has released an upgraded 4D lidar.

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A Moldmaker's Night Before Christmas: Industry Edition

Mold Making Technology

‘Twas the night before Christmas, and out on the floor, The molds were all ready, with parts to make more. Designs were approved, assembly complete, The press stood awaiting, the cycle to repeat. The engineers rested, the moldmakers too, All hoping the first shots would come out like new. But just as they started the molding run, A flash on the parts meant the work was undone.

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Downtown Skyport to become new operator for Manhattan Heliport

Robotics Automation News

The New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) has selected Downtown Skyport as the new operator of the Downtown Manhattan Heliport (DMH) following a Franchise and Concession Review Committee FCRC public hearing approval.

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Autonomous vehicle accident: Who is at fault and how a car accident lawyer can help

Robotics Automation News

Autonomous vehicles, or AVs, have completely changed the way we think about transportation. They are at the cutting edge of technological innovation and has thepotential to reduce human error and increase road safety, but accidents involving AVs still happen, which begs the difficult question of who is at fault in a crash involving an AV.

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Retrofits Are Falling Short: Here’s Why You Need MES + ERP Together

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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Palladyne AI achieves ‘key milestone’ with first small drone autonomous tracking flight

Robotics Automation News

Palladyne AI, a developer of artificial intelligence software for robotic and unmanned platforms in the industrial and defense sectors, says its Palladyne Pilot AI software platform has achieved a key developmental milestone.