Metrology
JULY 2, 2023
Summary of headline metrology and smart manufacturing news from the past 7 days. The post ‘METROLOGY BREW’ News Bulletin – July 3rd appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.
Modern Machine Shop
JULY 2, 2023
Grady Cope believes that digitalization leverages two key assets of Reata Engineering: A variety of automated production equipment such as this robotic loading/unloading station serving a Mazak Integrex, and youthful members of his workforce team, who bring a strong awareness of software integration and data sharing. Shown here are engineering interns, Darius Totah (left) and Adam Zaouague.
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AU Manufacturing
JULY 2, 2023
Australian graphene production company Sparc Technologies announced that Sparc Hydrogen has signed a Kick-Start agreement with the CSIRO to test its photocatalytic water splitting (PWS) reactor on the sun at the CSIRO Energy Centre in Newcastle, New South Wales. Sparc Hydrogen is a joint venture between Sparc Technologies, Fortescue Future Industries, and the University of Adelaide.
Modern Machine Shop
JULY 2, 2023
Photo Credit: Romi BW Machine Tools Ltd. Romi ’s new D 1250 vertical machining center (VMC) is designed and built based on customer research with features that enhance the machine’s rigidity and precision. Weighing in at 15,400 lbs, the D 1250 VMC is built on a foundation that enhances the production of quality parts, according to Romi. It is made with a Romi-made monoblock cast iron bed that absorbs vibration and enables consistent production of highly precise parts.
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AU Manufacturing
JULY 2, 2023
Electric vehicle manufacturer SEA Electric has tapped Marco Quaranta, a seasoned professional in the transportation sector, as the new Sales Director for Asia Pacific , effective today, 3 July. Quaranta offers 35 years of expertise from past roles at IVECO, with stints in Australia, Korea, Thailand, Hong Kong, and his native Italy, the company revealed in a news release.
Modern Machine Shop
JULY 2, 2023
Zoller’s RoboSet 2 machine will be on display at the event. Photo Credit: Zoller Inc. Zoller Inc. ’s Automation Days , the company's first event focused on how automation can tackle the industry’s biggest challenges, will take place August 9-10 at the company’s North American headquarters in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The event will feature presentations from customers, industry leaders and company experts on implementing optimized, connected and automated processes around
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Mold Making Technology
JULY 2, 2023
Photo Credit: Getty Images Despite the ups and downs in economic and moldmaking activity , mold builders are always on the hunt for new technology and services to improve their operations, increase efficiencies, match mold complexity, reduce lead times, strengthen training, help shop morale and generally stay ahead of the competition by keeping up with industry changes and taking advantage of growth opportunities.
AU Manufacturing
JULY 2, 2023
Austin Engineering Limited has obtained all of its expected purchase orders expected following a successful tender process last year, with an additional 25 per cent in additional orders, under a single contract for truck trays to be transported to Western Australia. The value of the orders received to date is approximately $25 million, the ASX-listed company announced in a press release.
Metrology
JULY 2, 2023
A new range of portable 6-axis and 7-axis measuring arms has been launched by LK Metrology to replace the 34 original versions it introduced in 2021. The post Updated Portable Measuring Arms Launched For Rigorous Applications appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.
AU Manufacturing
JULY 2, 2023
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) announced the launch of a $30 million Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) Funding Initiative to reduce emissions in the aviation sector. ARENA said in a news release that the Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) Funding Initiative intends to help Australia create a SAF industry based on renewable feedstocks. The initiative will also look at opportunities along the entire supply chain, from the manufacture of final fuel to the supply of renewable feedstock,
Speaker: Kevin Kai Wong, President of Emergent Energy Solutions
In today's industrial landscape, the pursuit of sustainable energy optimization and decarbonization has become paramount. Manufacturing corporations across the U.S. are facing the urgent need to align with decarbonization goals while enhancing efficiency and productivity. Unfortunately, the lack of comprehensive energy data poses a significant challenge for manufacturing managers striving to meet their targets.
Metrology
JULY 2, 2023
The declaration of the volume of a vehicle trunk in a catalogue is done in litres, according to standard ISO 3832. The post Measuring Vehicle Luggage Space – A Process a Little Like Tetris appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.
AU Manufacturing
JULY 2, 2023
The University of Southern Queensland has ventured into a partnership with Mining3 , a leading mining research organisation in Australia, to develop a next-generation carbon fibre composite rock bolt. Backed by the Australian Coal Industry’s Research Program, the project seeks to develop an alternative to traditional steel and fibreglass rock bolt that would improve performance and cost-effectiveness in mining and tunnelling engineering.
Plastics News
JULY 2, 2023
Happy Independence Day! The Plastics News team will be out until Wednesday, but the latest issue is out now. This week's issue is our Midyear Mergers & Acquisitions report , which found that plastics had a decline in the first half of 2023 amid higher interest rates and economic uncertainty. We have an M&A newsletter that is sent every other week, sign up here.
AU Manufacturing
JULY 2, 2023
Viva Energy Refining has secured a contract with the Department of Defence to deliver aviation, marine, and ground fuel to the Australian Defence Force (ADF). The six-year fuel supply contract, which includes another six-year extension option, will require Viva Energy to supply fuel to the ADF both locally and internationally, including Defence Fuel Installations around Australia and the RMAF Base Butterworth in Malaysia.
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Metrology
JULY 2, 2023
Zivid series of 3D cameras unlock a swathe of applications through improved resolution and transparent imaging capabilities. The post Zivid Unveils Transparent Imaging 3D Cameras appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.
Min-Hui
JULY 2, 2023
One of one of the most preferred techniques for plastic components manufacturing, injection molding is preferred for its capacity to facilitate big production runs of similar components. The injection molding procedure isn’t extremely made complex– in its simplest type, it requires only 2 steps: acquiring the mold, as well as utilizing the mold and mildew … Step By Step Guide To Injection Molding Read More » The post Step By Step Guide To Injection Molding appeared first o
Metrology
JULY 2, 2023
ZEISS ABIS III, fast and reliably, detects all relevant surface defects such as dents, bulges, sink marks, ripples, neckings, cracks and now also scratches. The post Fully Automated Surface Inspection for Smart Factories appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.
Control Engineering
JULY 2, 2023
Learning Objectives Understand how PLCopen is used in programmable logic controller (PLC) programming. Learn about the importance of building libraries. Understand the role of the PLCopen XML exchange format, now called IEC 61131-10, and what it will do for PLCopen’s future. PLCopen insights PLCopen and IEC 61131-3 are designed to provide programmers a consistent feel regardless of the systems or architecture being used, giving it a sense of familiarity.
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As engineers push the boundaries of innovation with groundbreaking hardware products, their success depends largely on the speed and efficiency of production. The challenge? Manual processes and disparate systems lead to multiple versions of documents, incomplete records, and duplicated work, creating a chaotic system of records that is difficult to manage.
AU Manufacturing
JULY 2, 2023
Australian Defence has begun rolling out the Advanced Strategic Capabilities Accelerator, which will develop advanced capabilities to boost Australia’s national security. Backed by experts from inside and outside of Defence, ASCA will take a novel approach towards transitioning ideas into capabilities that provide an asymmetric advantage for soldiers, sailors, and aviators of the Australian Defence Force.
Control.com
JULY 2, 2023
ContaClip releases a new take on ferrule crimping with a tool that has interchangeable crimping inserts and a rotational ability to reach wires for proper repairs in nearly any difficult location.
Mold Making Technology
JULY 2, 2023
Photo Credit: Precision Laser Technology
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