Automation World
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Now that Power over Ethernet (PoE) systems can deliver enough to operate the most IoT devices and controllers, get up to speed on PoE technology and how it can be used on your network.
Gary Mintchell
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
As CEO of Starbucks, Howard Shultz’s vision was to make the cafes a warm and welcoming place for coffee and conversation. I’ve noticed for the past three years or so how the new CEO remodeled the cafes to make the furniture more difficult for sitting, turned the air conditioner to a lower temperature, and cranked up the music volume. All things to make them less inviting for customers to stay encouraging rather to “grab and go.
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Automation World
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
EZAutomation's new Production Monitor provides a cost-effective way to measure and improve productivity across semi-automated manufacturing processes.
Robotics Business Review
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
The Pitchfire Startup Competition has been an opening-day highlight for years at RoboBusiness , which runs Oct. 16-17 in Santa Clara, Calif. Pitchfire, which happens on Oct. 16 from 4-4:45 PM at the Santa Clara Convention Center, is a must-attend event for investors, robotics entrepreneurs and innovation leaders alike. Six robotics startups will compete this year for a $5,000 first-place prize.
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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.
Manufacturer's Monthly
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Image: Department of Defence Soldiers from the Australian Army’s Regional Force Surveillance Group Pilbara Regiment are trialling a new Australian-developed surveillance robot known as the GUS (Ground Uncrewed System). GUS, co-developed by Outlook Industries, is equipped with cameras and sensors capable of providing persistent surveillance for more than 30 continuous days using battery power.
Robotics Business Review
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Organization: ifm efector Inc. Country: U.S. Website: www.ifm.com/us/en Year Founded: 1985 Number of Employees: 101-500 Innovation Class: Technology ifm efector’s Obstacle Detection System tackles the toughest hurdles of integrating 3D cameras into mobile robots, streamlining development, and reducing both capital expenditure and the total cost of ownership (TCO).
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Robotics Business Review
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
HiveBotics used MoveIt Pro to develop the Abluo bathroom-cleaning mobile manipulator. Source: PickNik Robotics PickNik Inc. today launched MoveIt Pro Release 6, the latest version of its platform for developing robotic arm applications that were previously not possible or economically feasible. “The intelligent decisioning capabilities of MoveIt Pro, including real-time object identification, force control, motion planning, and multi-step processing, opens up a vast new set of opportunities.” st
Manufacturer's Monthly
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Image: zhengzaishanchu/stock.adobe.com UNSW Sydney researchers have released a first report exploring the feasibility of collaboration on hydrogen and green metals, as part of the Federal government’s Green Metals for Sustainable Steel from Australia and Germany (SuSteelAG) initiative. The project – a partnership between the Australian Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) and the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF) – aims to explore the po
Gary Mintchell
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
I seldom do case studies here. I don’t have time to do a proper set of interviews that would emphasize team rather than product. This one came from Rockwell Automation’s company Plex. Gathering appropriate data and displaying it in ways that boost decision making constitutes a recurring problem for operations management. This story details establishing real-time reporting, insight into inventory tracking, and visibility across production.
NIST
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
This blog is part of a series on compliance with federal child labor laws in manufacturing. Our nation’s foundational child labor laws – provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 (FLSA) – were passed to ensure that when children work, that work doesn’t jeopardize a child’s safety, welfare, or educational opportunities. Yet at the federal level, the U.S.
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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
Control.com
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Electrical grounding is used to accomplish several different tasks, but none more important than for the safety of users and equipment while maintaining strict adherence to regulations.
Manufacturer's Monthly
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Image: Swapan/stock.adobe.com Monash University researchers have found that manufacturing businesses who adopt circular economy (CE) strategies and practices can reduce waste by 65 per cent. Australia’s manufacturing sector contributes nearly 13 million tonnes of waste nationwide. In Victoria, the industry is responsible for 39 per cent of the state’s total waste.
Cisco Smart Manufacturing
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Hello there, my name is Hank Preston, and I’m CCNA certified. Well, actually, I’m also CCNP, CCIE, and DevNet Expert certified, but it is the CCNA that started me on my journey way back on August 8, 2004.
Manufacturer's Monthly
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Image: Department of Defence The Australian Government is acquiring quantum optical atomic clocks from Adelaide-based QuantX Labs to deliver position navigation and timing (PNT) capabilities to the Australian Defence Force (ADF). Two contracts worth $2.7 million will enable AUKUS partners to develop PNT capabilities to support superior decision advantage and enhanced maritime domain awareness.
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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.
Cisco Smart Manufacturing
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
AI is everywhere. Especially in sales. But how do you separate the hype from reality? Ignacio Castroverde, Senior Director within Global Virtual Sales, shares what Cisco is doing with AI to help our sellers become faster, more creative, and more helpful to our customers and partners.
Manufacturer's Monthly
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Image: BAE Systems BAE Systems Australia has been awarded a $270 million contract to significantly increase the production of critical components and assemblies for the Evolved SeaSparrow Missile (ESSM) Block 2. The ESSM Block 2 is a medium-range, surface-to-air missile developed to protect warships from advanced anti-ship cruise missiles. It is in service with 12 countries and is equipped on the Royal Australian Navy Anzac class frigates and Hobart class air warfare destroyers.
SMMT
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Skoda and vehicle conversion company Strongs have developed a new fully electric 4×4 utility vehicle for National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED) The collaboration has resulted in Skoda’s Enyaq being converted into a light commercial vehicle with all-terrain capability, adapted to provide stowage for specialist equipment used by the electricity distribution network operator’s engineers.
Manufacturer's Monthly
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Image: Southern Launch South Australian spaceport provider Southern Launch and Queensland aerospace company Hypersonix Launch Systems are set to develop ground-breaking hypersonic flight-testing capabilities in South Australia. The companies have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to work together on developing a hypersonic testbed service from Southern Launch’s spaceports at Koonibba Test Range or Whalers Way Orbital Launch Complex.
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
i4.0 today
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
New research released by Scalable Software has revealed that the majority of employers are unaware of how productivity is being impacted by their employees’ experiences of the digital workplace. The research of 400 senior US and UK IT decision makers (ITDMs) found a disconnect between the information provided by IT, and that required to get the best Digital Employee Experience (DEX).
CMTC Manufacturing Tech
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Cal/OSHA recently established a new set of rules in response to the growing number of heat-related worker injuries and fatalities: Heat Illness Prevention in Indoor Places of Employment. These rules will impact many California industries, especially manufacturing. Businesses affected by the new Cal/OSHA heat illness prevention standards will be required to develop written heat illness prevention plans, adhere to certain workplace requirements, and train workers on the dangers of heat illness.
Plastics News
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Stay informed of our coverage of deals inside the plastics industry. Merger and acquisition deals are indexed with links for more in-depth information.
Cisco Smart Manufacturing
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Cisco Nexus 9300 Series switches and Cisco NX-OS allow you to perform scheduled maintenance and non-scheduled maintenance without impacting production traffic and critical 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
The Fabricator
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Cetec ERP provides actual labor cost on work orders through time tracking as part of its standard ERP system.
Cisco Smart Manufacturing
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Discover how embedded cyber resilience in Cisco’s industrial routers securely connects distributed operations at scale.
The Guardian Manufacturing
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Kelly Ortberg in last-minute plea to assembly staff before vote on 25% pay offer during ‘difficult period’ Boeing’s new chief executive, Kelly Ortberg, has pleaded with workers to not go on strike, before a crucial union vote, saying the action would put the company’s “recovery in jeopardy”. About 33,000 aircraft assembly workers, most of them in the Seattle area, are to vote on Thursday on a pay offer that includes rises worth 25% over four years.
Canadian Manufacturing
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Carbon Removal Project Developer Deep Sky Secures Investment from National Bank of Canada and BMO MONTRÉAL — Deep Sky, a Montreal-based carbon removal project developer, secures investment from the National Bank of Canada and BMO. The financial institutions have collectively invested $2.5 million. The capital will be used for project exploration and future commercial site planning in Québec, including ongoing research on in situ mineralization in Thetford Mines and geological surveys for sedimen
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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.
Robotics Business Review
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
The RACER program is aimed at developing robust, reliable, adaptable autonomy stacks that can operate in many environments. | Source: Duality AI For robots to truly be able to navigate in the real world, the software that powers them needs to be reliable enough to enter any environment and accurately navigate. Otherwise, you’re left with a robot that needs to be reprogrammed when it goes from a forest to a field of grass.
Plastics Today
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Drop in polymer-grade propylene costs push polypropylene prices down as much as $0.02/lb.
The Fabricator
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Siemens Mobility has announced plans to build North America’s first high-speed rail production facility in Horseheads, N.Y.
Plastics Today
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Chief Operating Officer Bradley Selleck has been appointed CEO, effective Oct. 1.
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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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