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UK manufacturing sector in decline amid pre-budget caution

Manufacturing Management

The UK manufacturing economy made a soft start to the final quarter, falling into contraction territory for the first time since April, numbers on Friday showed, Morningstar News reported.

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Mitsubishi Introduces a New Robot in its Low-Cost Series

Automation World

The Melfa RV-12CRL has the longest reach of any robot in Mitsubishi Electric’s low-cost robot series.

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Physical Intelligence raises $400M for foundation models for robotics

Robotics Business Review

Physical Intelligence demonstrates the application of foundation models to training robots for tasks such as assembling boxes and folding laundry. Source: Physical Intelligence Foundation models promise to give robots the ability to generalize actions from fewer examples than traditional artificial intelligence approaches. Physical Intelligence today announced that it has raised $400 million to continue its development of AI for a range of robots.

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Siemens and ServiceNow Collaborate on Security and GenAI

Automation World

The strategy involves combining Siemens security and AI copilot software with ServiceNow’s workflow automation.

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?

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AVEVA Connected Roadmap

Gary Mintchell

News from the AVEVA World Conference 2024 in Paris. Noteworthy announcements include: Industrial AI Assistant AVEVA Unified Engineering AVEVA Operations Control AVEVA PI Data Infrastructure AVEVA Unified Engineering , the new enhancements will bring together global, multi-discipline, multi-organization teams and allow them to work from the same up-to-date project data in a common environment.

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binder offers angled M5 panel mount compact connectors

Design World

The growing complexity of industrial applications imposes high requirements on connector systems, especially in settings with restricted installation space. binder, a specialist in circular connectors, is enhancing its product range with angled M5 panel mount connectors. These connectors are engineered for applications needing compact, durable solutions, opening new opportunities in fields like automation, robotics, and… The post binder offers angled M5 panel mount compact connectors appea

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SICK, CoreTigo partner on IO-link wireless

Design World

Recognizing the market demand for wireless connectivity, while acknowledging that conventional wireless communication is unsuitable for harsh industrial environments, SICK has partnered with CoreTigo. The leader in industrial wireless communication technology delivers a robust solution that provides seamless integration, ease of deployment, and unparalleled flexibility, enabling simplified retrofits and innovative machine designs that were previously… The post SICK, CoreTigo partner on IO-

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Talent Talk: The Labor Shortage Is About to Get a Whole Lot Worse

Plastics Today

Baby boomers added 25 million workers to the labor force during a 10-year period. Compare that with the six to seven million expected to be added over the next 10 years.

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Optimizing laser cutting throughput on the shop floor

The Fabricator

General StampingandMetalworks increased its laser cutting capacity in a dramatic way, not by adding a machine, but by scrutinizing which jobs flow to which laser.

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Digital Dry Ice Cleaning Technology Enables Mold Component Surface Preparation

Mold Making Technology

Source | Cold Jet Cold Jet highlights its PCS ULTRA, a digital dry ice cleaning technology to prepare substrates prior to coating. This technology is useful to mold builders as they must account for the incalculable number of polymers and blends in the industry today. Many times, mold builders will incorporate various coatings (I.e., DLC’s) which require the mold components to have the proper surface treatment prior to coating.

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The Future of Manufacturing: Behind-the-Scene Insights from the IMTS Conference

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PepsiCo Prevails in NY Pollution Lawsuit

Plastics Today

State Supreme Court judge dismisses what he calls a “predatory lawsuit.

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Manufacturing PMI Definition and Insights for SMEs

MRPEasy

The Manufacturing PMI is a vital economic metric that indicates whether the manufacturing industry is experiencing an expansion, a contraction, or a standstill. It provides growing manufacturers with valuable insights and helps prepare for market changes. What is the Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI)? The Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) is an economic metric reported […] The post Manufacturing PMI Definition and Insights for SMEs appeared first on Blog for Manuf

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US firm Joby Aviation completes first international air taxi flight in Japan

E&T

Joby Aviation’s electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) has taken off from Toyota’s technical facility in Shizuoka, completing its first test flight outside the US.

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Celebrating Connections and Launching the New Cisco 360 Partner Program

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

Celebrate Cisco Partner Summit 2024 and discover the new Cisco 360 Partner Program. Enhance profitability with expanded incentives and drive customer value together in the AI era.

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CNC Design Guide: Enhance Machining for Precision, Efficiency, and Cost Reduction

Unlock the full potential of CNC machining with our comprehensive design guide. Learn how to optimize your designs for precision, efficiency, and cost savings. Gain key insights on part complexity, tolerances, materials, finishes, and much more. Whether you’re developing prototypes or production parts, our guide offers practical tips to streamline your process and ensure high-quality results.

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Industrial Boiler Maintenance: Essential Tips and Checklist

ATS

Share Boilers generate steam, hot water and a long list of manufacturing processes. As pressure vessels, their maintenance and safety should always be a top priority, closely followed by ensuring they comply with applicable regulations, including those for emissions, and are operating efficiently. Unplanned boiler downtime will disrupt production and has the potential to be very costly.

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binder releases angled M5 panel mount connectors for robotics

Robotics Business Review

Angled M5 panel mount connectors from binder. | Source: binder Industrial applications are growing more complex, imposing high requirements on connector systems, according to binder USA, which specializes in circular connectors. In response to this need, particularly in settings such as robots with limited installation space, b inder has added angled M5 panel mount connectors to its product range.

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US firm’s three-wheeled solar-powered car successfully completes first function test drive

E&T

Aptera Motor’s production-intent solar-powered electric car has successfully undergone a test drive conducted in a San Diego car park.

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Control.com Re-energized With New Web Look, Prep for Trade Show Season

Control.com

Control.com, a leader in automation trade news, technical articles, and education, updates its brand and website to bring the most pressing innovations and insights to the forefront of the industry.

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How to Drive Cost Savings, Efficiency Gains, and Sustainability Wins with MES

Speaker: Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions

Is your manufacturing operation reaching its efficiency potential? A Manufacturing Execution System (MES) could be the game-changer, helping you reduce waste, cut costs, and lower your carbon footprint. Join Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions, in this value-packed webinar as he breaks down how MES can drive operational excellence and sustainability.

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Vodafone unveils space-saving 5G mast design

E&T

Vodafone has unveiled a new space-saving 5G mast design which could help to lower the number of masts needed in some areas.

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Chancellor welcomes £50m boost for medicines manufacturing

Manufacturing Management

A multi-million-pound investment to build a new facility that manufactures lifesaving medicines for the NHS has been confirmed by the Chancellor.

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Microsoft builds data centres out of wood in a bid to cut its rising carbon emissions

E&T

Microsoft has started building data centres using fire-resistant wood to replace steel and concrete in some areas as part of efforts to cut carbon emissions and use more climate-friendly building materials.

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Aurrigo hailed as Best New Transformative Concept’ by FTE Global

Manufacturing Management

A new autonomous way of moving baggage and cargo around the world’s airports has been hailed as the ‘Best New Transformative Concept’ at a major travel conference.

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How To Select the Right Software for Innovation Management

Finding the right innovation management software is like picking a racing bike—it's essential to consider your unique needs rather than just flashy features. This oversight can stall your innovation efforts. Download now to explore key considerations for success!

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UK aerospace engineering company Reaction Engines enters administration

E&T

Reaction Engines’ 30-year ambition to develop an engine for hypersonic flight is at risk as it goes into administration.

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SICK partners with CoreTigo to enhance wireless connectivity in industrial automation

Automation Mag

SICK and CoreTigo are partnering to address market demand for wireless connectivity. This partnership reportedly helps enhance flexibility and simplify deployment and integration. SICK is introducing a range of IO-Link Wireless products designed for simple plug-and-play deployment, enabling seamless use of existing industrial devices. This offering includes products aimed at enhancing flexibility and ease of integration: • IO-Link Wireless Master – an industrial-grade, 2-track Master • IO-Link W

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Oil prices rise after Opec delays drilling increase; Ryanair profits fall on lower fares – business live

The Guardian Manufacturing

Live, rolling coverage of business, economics and financial markets Burberry is the biggest riser on the FTSE 350 this morning after a report that expensive puffer jacket brand Moncler is considering making a bid for the British fashion champion. Shares in Burberry are up by 5% after industry blog Miss Tweed yesterday reported that “Moncler could be considering making a bid for London-listed Burberry to create an outdoor specialist giant”.

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Manufacturing PMI® at 46.5%; October 2024 Manufacturing ISM® Report On Business®

Fastener News Desk

News provided by: Institute for Supply Management Nov 01, 2024, 10:00 ET New Orders and Backlogs Contracting; Production and Employment Contracting; Supplier Deliveries Slowing; Raw Materials Inventories Contracting; Customers’ Inventories Too Low; Prices Increasing; Exports and Imports Contracting TEMPE, Ariz. , Nov. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Economic activity in the manufacturing sector contracted in October for the seventh consecutive month and the 23rd time in the last 24 months,

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The Secrets to Zero-Waste Manufacturing: A ex-SpaceX Start-up Case Study

Sit down with Karan Talati, CEO of First Resonance, to explore the significant contributors to waste in the manufacturing industry. Karan delves into two critical areas: material waste and data waste. He discusses how material waste impacts costs and efficiency, and the often-overlooked issue of data waste—where valuable data is not captured, leading to inefficiencies in managing inventory and operations.

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4 Reasons Why Every Factory Needs a Soft Starter

DO Supply

Picture this: It’s a Monday morning, and your alarm screams to life at full volume to slap you awake instantly. Rather than starting your morning abruptly and off to a bad start, gradually increasing the volume of that alarm clock will mitigate that sudden jolt of stress. This same principle works with soft starters, though instead of waking up for work, it’s protecting a motor from a sudden surge of power.

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Refining Shopfloor Processes for Mission-Critical Parts

Modern Machine Shop

PACON’s strenuous adherence to quality standards enables it to manufacture mission-critical parts, such as the housing for the MOXIE experiment box on NASA’s Mars 2020 Perseverance Rover. Even a Top Shop can benefit from process refinement, and in the four years since Pacon Mfg, Inc. (also called PACON after founders Paul and Connie) qualified as the 2020 Top Shops Honoree in Shopfloor Practices and Performance , the shop has continued thriving due to its enduring focus on the same i

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Cintoo Secures €37 Million Series B Funding

Metrology

Cintoo, a provider of cloud-based Reality Data management and collaboration solutions, has successfully closed a €37 million Series B funding round. The post Cintoo Secures €37 Million Series B Funding appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Why Your Business Needs Certificate of Insurance (COI) Tracking Software

Robotics Automation News

In today’s evolving business landscape, risk management is crucial for sustaining enterprise health and safeguarding against potential liabilities. COI tracking software emerges as a critical solution in monitoring and managing the myriad of risks a company faces regularly.

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How to Master Product Portfolio Management

Pursuing product portfolio management excellence empowers organizations to unlock the full potential of their offerings. This comprehensive guide unveils 10 essential keys that serve as the building blocks for success.