Automation World

JULY 11, 2024

For companies in regulated industries, such as life sciences, properly managed alarm systems are key to quality assurance.

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Gary Mintchell

JULY 11, 2024

FANUC America has expanded its footprint to over 2 million square feet and has created over 400 jobs since 2019 The amount of news emanating from the traditional robotic companies amazes me. I thought this market was mature. Evidently FANUC doesn’t think so. This news concerns additional investment in its Detroit-area facility. I couldn’t make the trip this week to witness the event, although I would have liked to have been there.

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Robotics Business Review

JULY 11, 2024

Chef Robotics food automation pods assemble ready-to-cook meals for leading food manufacturers. | Credit: Chef Robotics The path to success in food robotics is littered with interesting concepts that failed to deliver. Chef Robotics is a young startup that has built a healthy portfolio of clients and iterated quickly over the last two years to mature the capabilities of its autonomous meal assembly solution.

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E&T

JULY 11, 2024

Almost all air travel under 750 miles could be made with hydrogen-powered aircraft by 2045, researchers at the Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden have said.

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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.

Robotics

Robotics Business Review

JULY 11, 2024

Traditional industrial robot programming can take weeks to months. If you are a software programmer for a systems integrator, your schedule is often squeezed at the end of the project development cycle for your customer, after the hardware build and implementation delays hit the project schedule. Jacobi Robotics is trying to solve these issues for robot programmers with its new AI-powered motion planning software that it claims can deploy robot arms in days and requires 1000x less computation ti

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Robotics Automation News

JULY 11, 2024

In the fast-paced world of business communication, having a reliable and cost-effective solution is crucial. Wholesale VoIP providers offer discounted call rates for businesses making large volumes of outbound calls.

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Robotics Automation News

JULY 11, 2024

Among the most important resources a company can have in the digital era is data. It is also an attractive target for malevolent actors, though, who may use it for identity theft, business espionage, and financial gain. As such, protecting company data has grown to be a top priority for businesses all around the world.

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Robotics Business Review

JULY 11, 2024

A UR20 cobot performing a palletizing task using an OnRobot gripper, part of the UR+ Ecosystem, at an Irish dairy cooperative’s Ledbury site. | Source: Universal Robots Universal Robots reached a new milestone this week. The Danish collaborative robot (cobot) developer has now launched over 500 products through its UR+ ecosystem. The company says this marks significant growth in the ecosystem. “Universal Robots is built on collaboration and this milestone clearly indicates that we ar

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Robotics Automation News

JULY 11, 2024

Putting up and sustaining a fully functional computer network gets more challenging as your firm grows and evolves. Modern technological developments have introduced numerous new hardware devices, software applications, and communication platforms, all of which necessitate sophisticated network capabilities.

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Automation World

JULY 11, 2024

This new SaaS works with Siemens and third-party CAD/CAM software to streamline engineering from design and simulation to manufacturing.

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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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Robotics Automation News

JULY 11, 2024

Using IT systems well is essential to productivity and company success in the current corporate environment. The advantages of these technologies, meanwhile, are frequently outweighed by difficult user interfaces and processes. It needs user experience (UX) and system design to fully utilize your IT infrastructure.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

JULY 11, 2024

Image: Studio Romantic/stock.adobe.com The nation’s leading Bioshares Biotech Summit has kicked off in Fremantle, marking the first time this major event has been held in Western Australia. The WA Government has welcomed the summit coming to Perth in its 18th year of operation as a coup for the state’s health and medical research sector and the range of exciting opportunities it presents for local businesses and investors.

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Robotics Automation News

JULY 11, 2024

IT infrastructure implementation and management are made possible in large part by budgeting. Estimating and distributing money is part of the process of buying, maintaining, and updating different IT components like networks, hardware, software, and data centers.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

JULY 11, 2024

Image: Leonid/stock.adobe.com Australian industries are being supported to cut more than 1 million tonnes of climate pollution a year with a $91 million investment under the Powering the Regions Fund from the Federal Government. The Powering the Regions Fund is supporting 6 new projects to help significantly cut emissions from some of Australia’s largest emitters.

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Manufacturing 98

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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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Robotics Automation News

JULY 11, 2024

Emerging as an influential player in the financial scene in the past few years, cryptocurrencies provide distributed, borderless, pseudonymous transactions challenging established banking systems. Navigating the regulatory terrain is essential for conformity, investor confidence, and steady development for firms joining the crypto scene.

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Control.com

JULY 11, 2024

Wiring is a major part of the industrial automation journey. New styles of push-in connectors from Phoenix Contact promise to reduce the time and frustration associated with most traditional wiring.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

JULY 11, 2024

Image: peopleimages.com/stock.adobe.com A new treatment that could potentially reverse or stop the progression of traumatic brain injury will be developed at a new state-of-the-art biotechnology facility launched at La Trobe University. The $8 million Bio Innovation Hub is funded by the Victorian Higher Education State Investment Fund (VHESIF) and will support the development of world-leading biotechnology and agri-technology businesses.

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Canadian Manufacturing

JULY 11, 2024

Taiga Motors Corp. says it has obtained an interim court order for creditor protection as well as one authorizing the company to launch a formal sale and investment solicitation process. The Montreal-based electric snowmobile manufacturer also says it has secured a line of credit from Export Development Canada — already a creditor — for up to $4.4 million.

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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

Manufacturing

Manufacturer's Monthly

JULY 11, 2024

Australia's first Navy officers to graduate from the Royal Navy's Nuclear Reactor Course. L-R: Lieutenant Stephen, Lieutenant Commander James and Lieutenant Isabella. Image: LPhot Edward Jones / ADF After completing the Officers Nuclear Operator Course and Engineering Administration Course, the first three Royal Australian Navy officers have graduated from the Royal Navy’s Nuclear Reactor Course in the United Kingdom.

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CMTC Manufacturing Tech

JULY 11, 2024

It’s no secret that California’s manufacturers face unique challenges that require tailored approaches to stand out in the market. Whether it’s product and service differentiation, targeted online and offline marketing tactics, or optimizing distribution channels, each approach is vital for expanding the business. In this blog, we’ll explore four ways manufacturers can optimize sales and marketing in order to enhance market presence, build long-lasting customer relationships, and open up new gro

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Manufacturer's Monthly

JULY 11, 2024

Image: Tund/stock.adobe.com More students are training in South Australia’s priority industries including construction and electrotechnology according to a new report from the National Centre for Vocational Education Research (NCVER) shows. The NCVER’s Government-funded Students and VET Activity report shows there were 72,095 government-funded vocational education students, a 5 per cent increase from 68,640 in 2022.

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Manufacturing 97

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

JULY 11, 2024

Simplify Your Remote Work Security and Systems with These 5 Tips If you frequent our blog, you know how often we talk about remote work and how it’s here to stay.

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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

Manufacturer's Monthly

JULY 11, 2024

Image: RHJ/stock.adobe.com What is set to become Australia’s first vertically integrated graphite manufacturer is among other critical mineral projects that are to benefit from $13 million in grants from the Federal Government. South Australian-based Renascor Resources will receive $5 million for its pilot purified spherical graphite project.

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Manufacturing Management

JULY 11, 2024

University of Manchester researchers are working to provide a “future-proof” solution to the UK energy storage conundrum.

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The Fabricator

JULY 11, 2024

Despite some pleas denouncing tariffs, the White House plans to move forward with increased tariffs on Chinese steel and metal fabricating equipment as well as addressing the problem of Mexican-fabricated products made of Chinese steel crossing the U.S. border.

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Plastics Today

JULY 11, 2024

Investors are bullish on Mantle’s metal 3D-printing system that reportedly can slash tooling costs by more than 65% and development cycles by as much as 90%.

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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.

Manufacturing

The Fabricator

JULY 11, 2024

FANUC America, a producer of robotics and automation systems, has unveiled its new 650,000-sq.-ft. West Campus facility in Auburn Hills, Mich.

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SMMT

JULY 11, 2024

Stagecoach will receive 24 Enviro100EV small buses and 17 Enviro400EV double deckers in early 2025 for routes operated by Transport for London (TfL). The next generation of Alexander Dennis electric buses meets the latest iterations of TfL’s pioneering Bus Safety Standard, with the Enviro100EV “big small bus” providing 21 seats that can navigate narrow residential streets thanks to its short 8.5-metre length and narrow 2.35m width.

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The Fabricator

JULY 11, 2024

National Safety Apparel (NSA), a portfolio company of Blue Point Capital Partners, has acquired Tri-Star Glove (TSG).

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Apparel 64

SMMT

JULY 11, 2024

Describe what Asset Alliance Group does and what your role in the company entails? Vehicle specialist Asset Alliance Group supplies trucks, trailers, coaches and buses with tailored vehicle requirements supported by award-winning lending, contract hire, rental and finance packages. I was appointed in January of this year to support customers with their decarbonisation journeys.

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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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