Design World

JUNE 23, 2024

StarTech.com has announced the availability of a new line of USB to Serial Adapters. These adapters use the customizable FTDI chip to add RS-232 capabilities to USB-enabled computers, allowing connectivity with Data Communication Equipment (DCE) peripherals such as digital signage, industrial equipment, and point-of-sale devices. The driverless installation ensures universal compatibility with Windows 7 and above, […] The post USB to serial adapters with FTDI chip integration appeared firs

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JUNE 23, 2024

The latest update to Aerotech's Automation1 platform delivers enhanced support for laser scan heads and drives, with key updates including tools for faster development, 3D data visualization, and enhanced scanner control.

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JUNE 23, 2024

StarTech.com has announced the availability of a new line of USB to Serial Adapters. These adapters use the customizable FTDI chip to add RS-232 capabilities to USB-enabled computers, allowing connectivity with Data Communication Equipment (DCE) peripherals such as digital signage, industrial equipment, and point-of-sale devices. The driverless installation ensures universal compatibility with Windows 7 and above, […] The post USB to serial adapters with FTDI chip integration appeared firs

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Mold Making Technology

JUNE 23, 2024

Mitsubishi MV models eliminated the need to manually grind the outside of the part. Source: MC Machinery Systems Quality Tool & Die (QTD) has found its groove, in no small part, because of its strategic use of Mitsubishi wire and sinker EDMs and an OPS Ingersoll five-axis milling machine with an automated cell. The Meadville, PA, company was founded in 1976 and purchased by Managing Partner Brad McDowell and Vice President Chad Kearns in 2005.

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Robotics Business Review

JUNE 23, 2024

North American paper mills are starting to use robotics for smelt spout cleaning. Source: Valmet Recovery boilers represent a significant capital expenditure in the pulp and paper industry. While a well-maintained boiler can last for decades, routine care of this system can present challenges. Maintenance duties are often messy and risky for the operator, and many tasks are time-consuming and require full or partial boiler shutdown.

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Modern Machine Shop

JUNE 23, 2024

Many manufacturing processes require tooling, though most manufacturers outsource production of this tooling. In-house tooling production require an investment in machine tools and people to run them, but as a manufacturer of rubber belting products has discovered, this investment can save time and money not only for itself, but for its sister facilities as well.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

JUNE 23, 2024

Image: IFM Explore how ifm efector’s IO-Link enables quality control in manufacturing by blending digital automation capabilities with new and existing systems. The need for automation extends across all industries and organisational levels, with technology becoming integral to the industrial world’s path to better efficiency, safety, and sustainability.

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Robotics Business Review

JUNE 23, 2024

The group’s board, as of November 2023, from left to right, back row: Dr. Sue Keay (chair), Brenton Cunningham, Christian Ruberg, Tim Bradley, Dr. Nathan Kirchner; front row: Dr. John Vial, Tamanna Monem, Kathie van Vugt, Nicci Rossouw, Angus Robinson. Source: Robotics Australia Group The robotics industry in Australia stands at the precipice of a transformative era, driven by a shared vision of sustainability and innovation.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

JUNE 23, 2024

Image: auremar/stock.adobe.com Skilled submarine workers from ASC are the first to depart for AUKUS submarine sustainment training at Pearl Harbor in the US. It is a step towards Australian workers acquiring the knowledge that will be essential to build and sustain our future nuclear-powered submarines. The 30 skilled ASC workers are the first to be deployed to the Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard to undertake training in the maintenance of US Virginia-class nuclear-powered submarines.

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Modern Machine Shop

JUNE 23, 2024

Source: Index Corp. Index Corp. has announced the promotion of Erik Hutchinson to the position of national service manager. Hutchinson joined Index in September 2020 as a field service engineer and was promoted to East Coast regional service manager after 18 months. Prior to Index, he amassed nearly three decades of experience as a technician and engineer across multiple industries.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

JUNE 23, 2024

Image: Austal Australia has received an order for an additional two Guardian-class Patrol Boats. Image: Austal Australia The Australian Government has ordered two additional Guardian-class Patrol Boats from Austal Australia, valued at approximately $39 million. The 39.5-metre, steel-hull patrol boats are to be constructed at Henderson in Western Australia and are scheduled for delivery in 2026.

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Modern Machine Shop

JUNE 23, 2024

Bystronic Mobile Bending Robot Cell. Source: Kuka Robotics Corp. Kuka Robotics is demonstrating a variety of automated solutions from several of its system partners that can streamline part processing and boost overall production output. These systems, all featuring Kuka robots, include the CyberDrawers machine feeding unit from Waybo; entry-level machine and process automation from Mairotec GmbH; automated milling from Robotics Solutions Inc.; and metal additive manufacturing from One-Off Robot

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Manufacturer's Monthly

JUNE 23, 2024

Image: Valerii Apetroaiei/stock.adobe.com Med-tech manufacturer EMVision Medical Devices has established its pilot commercial production line of the emu point-of-care brain scanner and has received a final $1.25 million non-dilutive cash payment. EMVision Medical Devices is an innovative Australian medical device company developing a novel approach to looking inside the human body.

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Metrology

JUNE 23, 2024

Summary of headline metrology and smart manufacturing news from the past 7 days. The post METROLOGY BREW’ News Bulletin – 24th June appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

JUNE 23, 2024

Image: ronstik/stock.adobe.com CSIRO’s Innovate to Grow: Digital Technologies and Artificial Intelligence program connects businesses working on solutions in digital technologies to learn how to advance their projects or ideas. CSIRO’s Data61 research director for Software and Computational Systems, Dr Liming Zhu, said the program focused on digital technologies and AI could not be timelier.

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Metrology

JUNE 23, 2024

Basler AG, a leading supplier of image processing components for computer vision applications, has acquired 25.1 % of the shares in Roboception GmbH, as part of a strategic investment and capital increase. With its innovative hardware and software products, Roboception is a pioneer in the field of intelligent 3D sensor technology, providing key elements for flexible automation solutions.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

JUNE 23, 2024

Image: mimadeo/stock.adobe.com Western Australia is positioned to lead Australia’s renewable energy transition with the approval of the first project under the State Government’s pioneering Green Energy Approvals Initiative. Managed by the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation’s green energy directorate, the Green Energy Approvals Initiative streamlines regulatory processes across governmental agencies, expediting approvals for renewable energy projects.

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Metrology

JUNE 23, 2024

In a bold move to redefine the manufacturing landscape, Parsable has announced the launch of AI-Powered Analytics, cementing its position as the leading Connected Worker Platform. This unprecedented product expansion promises to disrupt traditional frontline models and end the era of guesswork in manufacturing operations. The post Parsable Launches Industry-First AI-Powered Analytics appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

JUNE 23, 2024

Kurraba Life Sciences Campus at Waterloo Image: Gensler The Kurraba Group has announced the launch of the country’s inaugural commercial life sciences campus which is set to entice domestic manufacturing opportunities. Valued at $490 million, this development will be strategically located in Waterloo, Sydney, just 2 kilometres from Sydney CBD.

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Metrology

JUNE 23, 2024

Teledyne DALSA, a Teledyne Technologies company, has announced that its Linea Lite 8k Super Resolution camera is now in production. This compact and cost-effective GigE line scan camera delivers 8k resolution images, a performance that normally requires a camera body twice the size. The post Compact 8k Super Resolution GigE Vision Line Scan Camera appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Fastener News Desk

JUNE 23, 2024

For Immediate Release June 20, 2024 Scott McDaniel of Martin Fastening Solutions has been elected as the 2024-2025 president of the National Fastener Distributors Association. Ed Smith of Wurth Revcar will serve as vice president, Christian Reich of Goebel Fasteners will serve as associate chair, and Jim Degnan of S.W. Anderson will remain on the Board as immediate past president.

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Metrology

JUNE 23, 2024

This year, Hexagon’s pioneering SmartScan VR800 structured light scanner has been awarded the prize in the Product Design category reflecting the quality of the user experience, ergonomics and the consistent and attractive application of Hexagon’s design language. The post Hexagon’s Innovative SmartScan VR800 3D Scanner Wins Red Dot Design Award appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

JUNE 23, 2024

Are you implementing robust growth strategies to overcome obstacles in the commercial & public security domain? As public safety agencies modernize their emergency response protocols and enhance mission effectiveness, new technology solutions are becoming essential force multipliers. Unmanned drone systems are a prime example, offering first responders superior situational awareness and real-time data analysis while ensuring the safety of personnel in the field.

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Metrology

JUNE 23, 2024

The driverless platform truck, with its electric drive train, will handle the internal transport of press tools and steel blanks for the press lines autonomously, with a payload of up to 55 tonnes. Using state-of-the-art sensor technology, the transport system navigates accurately and fully autonomously through the production facilities of the Regensburg press plant at a speed of four kilometres per hour – without a driver.

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The Guardian Manufacturing

JUNE 23, 2024

Last summer the Swedish carmaker announced it would limit UK sales to its more popular SUV models It is not the kind of risky manoeuvre any self-respecting Volvo estate driver would execute but the Swedish carmaker has performed a sharp U-turn on the decision to stop selling them here after an outcry from drivers devoted to a car synonymous with British middle-class family life.

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Metrology

JUNE 23, 2024

The last decade has seen remarkable advancements in the field of manufacturing, driven largely by the integration of new technologies. Among these, portable 3D scanners have emerged as a game-changer, significantly impacting quality control processes. These devices have not only enhanced the precision and efficiency of quality inspections but also transformed the way manufacturers approach production and maintenance.

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Speaker: Shalini Dinesh

Effective cross-functional collaboration and communication heavily influence product launch success. Research shows that as many as 70% of product launches fail due to inadequate coordination among stakeholders, including supply chain, product management, legal, marketing, and change control teams (Gartner, 2022). The 2023 Supply Chain Insights Report highlights that 60% of supply chain disruptions are caused by poor communication and misalignment among cross-functional teams.

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Plastics Today

JUNE 23, 2024

Many of the listings you see on major job boards are, in fact, “ghost postings.

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Metrology

JUNE 23, 2024

Desktop Metal, a global leader in Additive Manufacturing 2.0 technologies for mass production, has announced the launch of Live Inspect for analyzing and correcting errors in 3D printed parts. The post ‘Live Inspect’ Scan Adjustment Software For AM Parts appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

JUNE 23, 2024

DroneSentry-X Mk2 vehicle system Image: DroneShield DroneShield has announced it has received an order of $4.7 million from a new non-government Swiss international customer to provide multiple vehicle-based counter-drone (C-UxS) systems. The vehicle-based solution will offer a rapidly deployable C-UxS platform that can be operated in both static and on-the-move (OTM) missions for convoy and mobile VIP protection.

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Dinesh Mishra

JUNE 23, 2024

Straightforward scanning of printed parts for aircraft interiors Scanning spray improves 3D data capture To prevent aeroplane doors being accidentally opened after landing, the door locks are secured with additional covers. For rapid availability of single parts and small batches, additive manufacturing – which does not generate any tool costs – is frequently used.

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