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Kollmorgen’s Goldline EB series of servo motors now includes the 480 Vac Goldline EB

Design World

Kollmorgen, a maker of motion control systems, announces ATEX certification and IECEx/cETLus listing for the explosion proof Goldline EBH 480 Vac servo motor. These new explosion-proof approvals for the high-voltage Goldline EBH servo motor exemplify Kollmorgen’s commitment to advancing the state of the art in motion control and meeting the most demanding application requirements.

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Australian shipbuilder Incat Tasmania to deliver the world’s largest battery electric ship

Manufacturer's Monthly

Incat Tasmania is leading the world in producing pure-electric lightweight zero-emission ferries and has nearly completed a ship for an international customer. Australian shipbuilder Incat Tasmania has under construction the largest lightweight battery electric ship, coming in at 130 metres in length , and is being constructed for delivery to its South American customer, Buquebus.

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OKW’s new transparent soft-touch lacquer

Design World

OKW has launched a new transparent soft-touch lacquer – enabling designers to specify a ‘velvet’ finish for its plastic enclosures and tuning knobs in any color. The new lacquer is ideal for a wide range of OKW enclosures and potentiometer knobs, notably those used for handheld and wearable electronics. OKW’s soft-touch lacquer was originally available… The post OKW’s new transparent soft-touch lacquer appeared first on Design World.

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A Tale of Two Standards | Comparing Analog Voltage and Current

Control.com

Analog voltage and current are the dominating standards for industrial technology. Is one format better than the other? And if so, why do both signal types still exist in modern systems?

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Navigating the Future: Generative AI, Application Analytics, and Data

Generative AI is upending the way product developers & end-users alike are interacting with data. Despite the potential of AI, many are left with questions about the future of product development: How will AI impact my business and contribute to its success? What can product managers and developers expect in the future with the widespread adoption of AI?

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New igus energy supply system for SCARA robots in cleanrooms

Design World

igus is launching a new energy supply system for SCARA robots in cleanrooms: the Clean SCARA Cable Solution is made of tribologically optimized high-performance plastics and works almost particle-free according to ISO Class 2 even in high-speed applications. It is also stronger and more user-friendly than classic corrugated hoses. In electronics production, tiny particles invisible… The post New igus energy supply system for SCARA robots in cleanrooms appeared first on Design World.

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Get Your Goods Delivered Safely: Top Transport Companies in Rawalpindi

Robotics Automation News

Are you looking for reliable and safe transportation services in Rawalpindi? You are in luck! The top packers and movers companies in Rawalpindi that you can trust with your goods.

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Talent Talk: Which Hiring Contest Do You Want to Compete In?

Plastics Today

In today’s labor environment, hiring the best candidate is both a war and a race. The good news is that you only need to win one of those contests, and you get to choose which one.

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Supply Chain as a Service

Dinesh Mishra

What is supply chain as a service? Supply Chain as a Service (SCaaS) refers to a business model in which companies outsource certain or all aspects of their supply chain management to specialized service providers. These providers offer a range of services, such as warehousing, transportation, inventory management, order fulfillment, and logistics. The core idea behind SCaaS is to allow companies to focus on their core competencies while relying on experts to manage their supply chain operations

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Another $2.5 million in grants give Queensland small businesses a helping hand

Manufacturer's Monthly

The Business Boost grants program provides support to businesses to improve their efficiency and productivity through organisational development. The grants can be used for activities that will create growth, such as strategic business planning, design and implementation of sophisticated cloud platforms and online management systems, and, planning and systems for staff management and development.

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Pyramid Molding Group Expands Workforce to Fuel Anticipated Growth

Mold Making Technology

Photo Credit: Pyramid Molding Group Pyramid Molding Group has been gearing up for accelerated growth with the addition of 21 new team members since May 2023. This expansion includes eight assembly specialists, seven machine operators and three supervisory roles at Pyramid Plastics, along with three new members for Industrial Molds. This strategic move aligns with the company’s vision to enhance capabilities while working to put an even greater emphasis on customer service.

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Manufacturing Sustainability Surge: Your Guide to Data-Driven Energy Optimization & Decarbonization

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.

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New research facility to help bring sustainable materials to market

Manufacturer's Monthly

Taking materials research from “lab to label” will be the focus of Deakin University ’s new Future Fibres Facility, unveiled during the launch of the ARC Research Hub for Future Fibres. The hub is a collaboration between the Australian Research Council (ARC), Deakin and industry partners, using the world-class research teams and facilities at Deakin’s Institute for Frontier Materials.

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Is it OK to Wear a Kilt to Work?

Robotics Automation News

In today’s ever-evolving work environment, the boundaries of professional attire have expanded, allowing for more flexibility and personal expression. One such garment that has gained attention is the Workers kilt, a modern adaptation of the traditional Scottish garment.

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A roadmap for robotics to enhance Australia’s modern manufacturing capabilities

Manufacturer's Monthly

CEO of the International Exhibition & Conference Group Marie Kinsiella spoke with Manufacturers’ Monthly about the state of robotics in Australia in the lead up to the 2023 Modern Manufacturing Expo. A s industries that have always prioritised innovation as a way to make processes more efficient and cost-effective, manufacturing and robotics have a long and illustrious history together.

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Are Leather Aprons Good for Cooking?

Robotics Automation News

If you’re an avid cook or grill enthusiast, you understand the importance of having the right attire to protect yourself while working in the kitchen or by the grill. One option that has gained popularity in recent years is the leather apron.

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How Embedded Analytics Gets You to Market Faster with a SAAS Offering

Start-ups & SMBs launching products quickly must bundle dashboards, reports, & self-service analytics into apps. Customers expect rapid value from your product (time-to-value), data security, and access to advanced capabilities. Traditional Business Intelligence (BI) tools can provide valuable data analysis capabilities, but they have a barrier to entry that can stop small and midsize businesses from capitalizing on them.

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5 Reasons Your Business Is Safer in the Cloud

Manufacturer's Monthly

The concept of working from a PC in an office five days per week is ancient history. The global shift towards remote work has introduced more collaboration tools and, in turn, data protection and security risks to businesses of all kinds and sizes. However, the risk is more prominent in small- to medium-sized businesses where the cost of an attack can be a lot more devastating.

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ISA advocates standardization and training to boost industrial cybersecurity

Automation Mag

The International Society of Automation (ISA) has published a new position paper – Advancing Industrial Cybersecurity. The association explains in a press statement that cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities pose a clear and present danger to facilities, processes and the safety of communities. As the position paper describes, when most people think about cybersecurity, they focus on what are commonly considered information technology (IT) challenges impacting individual equipment or network

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NASA to Bring Autonomous Collaborative Mini-rovers to the Moon

Control.com

NASA seeks to establish robot support crews for future space exploration missions through the Cooperative Autonomous Distributed Robotic Exploration (CADRE) project.

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Top 10 Under 40 2023: Meet Alex Judge, control systems designer at Ramp

Automation Mag

Manufacturing AUTOMATION’s second annual Top 10 Under 40 highlights the next generation of leaders who have demonstrated exemplary work ethic. They are leading the charge in their workspaces and inspiring their peers with their commitment to innovation. This year, the winners share what they enjoy the most about working in the automation space, what plans they have for their future and suggestions on getting more people into this industry.

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Modernizing MES: A Guide for Complex Manufacturers Adapting to Industry 4.0

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.

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More than 50 years of plate rolling

The Fabricator

Saginaw, Texas-based Holloway Co. Inc. has been rolling plate for more than 50 years. While projects have changed, the company’s quality commitment hasn’t.

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Black Hat USA 2023 NOC: Network Assurance

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

The Black Hat Network Operations Center (NOC) provides a high security, high availability network in one of the most demanding environments in the world – the Black Hat event.

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Building and buying great software for metal manufacturing

The Fabricator

Healthcare.gov’s disastrous rollout tells metal manufacturers what to avoid when looking into software, its quality, and how it was developed.

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Material Insights: Blockbuster M&A resin deals

Plastics News

Frank Esposito and Don Loepp discuss major deals and changes for M. Holland Co., DuPont Co. and the Delrin brand name.

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Embedding BI: Architectural Considerations and Technical Requirements

While data platforms, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and programming platforms have evolved to leverage big data and streaming data, the front-end user experience has not kept up. Holding onto old BI technology while everything else moves forward is holding back organizations. Traditional Business Intelligence (BI) aren’t built for modern data platforms and don’t work on modern architectures.

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VW's 3D-Printed Plastic Battery Pack Housing Trims Weight 60 Percent

Plastics Today

Volkswagen researchers employed AI and 3D printing to devise innovative plastic structures.

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Canadian Cyber Threat Exchange and Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst invest $10M in Ontario’s cybersecurity innovation

Automation Mag

Canadian Cyber Threat Exchange (CCTX) and Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst at Toronto Metropolitan University (the Catalyst) launched the Ontario Cybersecurity Excellence Initiative (OCEI) – an effort to drive Ontario’s cyber competitiveness and resilience in six key sectors: advanced manufacturing, automotive, life sciences, mining, law enforcement and smart infrastructure.

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New Cisco Services Help You Achieve Business Outcomes— Faster

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

In my role, I have the incredible opportunity to meet trailblazing IT leaders just like you every day.

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End-to-End Quality Inspection Achieved With CT Data Analysis

Metrology

Manufacturer Gains Critical Insights Using Volume Graphics software throughout Design, Simulation and Manufacturing. The post End-to-End Quality Inspection Achieved With CT Data Analysis appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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5 Ways New Manufacturing Companies Are Accelerating Innovation

Next-gen manufacturers are redesigning factories to enable agility at every stage of production. From more timely communication between engineers and technicians to technologies that empower real-time collaboration, they’re getting ahead by making iterations and improvements during a build, across the production line at scale. This level of flexibility means they can develop more quickly than their legacy counterparts.

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How to Cut Setup Time, Extend Gate Life With the Right Machining Strategy

Mold Making Technology

This precision honing system machines bores from 0.015 millimeter to 8 millimeters. Applications include hot runner nozzles, needle guides and ejector pin bores in injection molds. Photo Credit, all images: Microcut AG Microcut honing technology is a user-friendly, economical solution for optimizing the function of small bores (diameters from 0.015 millimeter to 8 millimeters), especially for hard and difficult-to-machine materials.

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IntegrityWare Releases SOLIDS# Geometric Modeling Kernel

Metrology

IntegrityWare has announces the release of SOLIDS#, a geometric modeling kernel written entirely in the C# programming language. The post IntegrityWare Releases SOLIDS# Geometric Modeling Kernel appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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How can PID methods protect compressors from surge and choke?

Control Engineering

Learning Objectives Learn how to optimize proportional-integral-derivative (PID) settings using standard tuning routines that can be the basis for autotuning, to make it easier to use adaptive control. Safety requires a compressor surge margin — the space between operation and surge — without choking the compressor. A PID application has drawback, but it can be optimized by using angles instead of projections.

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Machine Tool Metrology Automation Featured at EMO 2023

Metrology

Blum Novatest will be demonstrating how intelligent production measurement technology combined with modern robot technology enables machining in a closed control loop. The post Machine Tool Metrology Automation Featured at EMO 2023 appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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How to Leverage AI for Actionable Insights in BI, Data, and Analytics

In the rapidly-evolving world of embedded analytics and business intelligence, one important question has emerged at the forefront: How can you leverage artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance your application’s analytics capabilities? Imagine having an AI tool that answers your user’s questions with a deep understanding of the context in their business and applications, nuances of their industry, and unique challenges they face.