Gary Mintchell
MAY 14, 2024
I heard from Hannover Messe that AVEVA was launching a hybrid/cloud MES solution. Being curious, I was able to talk with Rob McGreevy, Chief Product Officer, AVEVA about this. Why hybrid cloud MES? Today’s manufacturing is high speed/high volume, need to get closer to the edge, closer to the critical control, the machines, yet we need to move data from edge to cloud.
Design World
MAY 14, 2024
Siemens Digital Industries Software has created a new program to credential students, recognize career readiness, and help create a stronger pipeline of engineering talent to meet industry demands. The Siemens credentials are intended to supplement a formal degree by validating industry knowledge and skills. As part of the program, specific credentials will be piloted as… The post Penn State and CU Boulder add Siemens credential program appeared first on Design World.
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Robotics Business Review
MAY 14, 2024
Kyle Vogt, then president and CTO of Cruise, delivered a Robotics Summit & Expo keynote in 2019. Source: WTWH Media Kyle Vogt, the co-founder and former CEO of autonomous vehicle developer Cruise LLC, has launched a new startup: The Bot Company. Vogt posted to LinkedIn that the company has already raised $150 million from investors, but he didn’t give many details of its plans for service or household robots.
Design World
MAY 14, 2024
EXAIR’s EasySwitch Wet-Dry Vac simplifies the filter change process when switching from vacuuming a dry material to a liquid or vice versa. Using minimal compressed air, the EasySwitch is a powerful pneumatic vacuum suitable for wet, dry light, and heavy applications. The fast and toolless conversion to vacuuming liquids is done by releasing one latch,… The post EasySwitch Vac simplifies the process of vacuuming wet and dry materials appeared first on Design World.
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E&T
MAY 14, 2024
The world’s best regions for growing avocados are being threatened by climate change, which could lead to a major decline in harvests by 2050, a report has found.
Manufacturing Technology Today brings together the best content for manufacturing technology professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Robotics Business Review
MAY 14, 2024
Universal Robots and Mobile Industrial Robots’ joint headquarters and R&D facility in Odense, Denmark. Source: Teradyne Two leading automation suppliers have moved in together. Collaborative robot leader Universal Robots A/S and autonomous mobile robot, or AMR, provider Mobile Industrial Robots ApS today celebrated the grand opening of their new 215,000-sq.
Design World
MAY 14, 2024
Edited By Mike Santora IperionX Limited (NASDAQ: IPX, ASX: IPX) and Vegas Fastener Manufacturing, LLC (Vegas Fastener) have agreed to partner to develop and manufacture titanium alloy fasteners and precision components with IperionX’s advanced titanium products. Vegas Fastener, headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada, is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of high-performance fasteners… The post IperionX and Vegas Fastener to co-produce titanium fasteners for U.S.
Control.com
MAY 14, 2024
The Automate Show is a great place to get a pulse on the tech that will be driving industrial automation. From the demos and displays, what kind of trends can we expect throughout 2024 and beyond?
Design World
MAY 14, 2024
Modern cars use smaller and more compact components in the production process, presenting a new challenge for automotive technicians trying to access already hard-to-reach fasteners. As the mechanics of cars evolve, tools need to evolve as well, and GEARWRENCH is elevating access under the hood with the reinvented 120XP Ratchets. The next generation of the… The post GEARWRENCH launches newly designed 120XP ratchets appeared first on Design World.
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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.
Robotics Business Review
MAY 14, 2024
The compact LTM-CI from STIWA is optimized for small part assembly. | Source: FAULHABER STIWA is an experienced developer of compact mechatronic systems that can perform a series of consecutive product steps autonomously. The Austrian machine manufacturer said its LTM-CI is optimized for small parts assembly. Compact automation can be essential for end users that want to automate but don’t have the space for a large system.
Design World
MAY 14, 2024
Industrial engineers spend a lot of time writing code for programs that will run machines in the plant, on the packaging line, or in a warehouse. The problem is, however, there’s no standard best practices for version control or disaster recovery. Copia Automation, a four-year-old start-up, is changing that by applying IT-based DevOps to the… The post DevOps tools deliver source code quality control to industrial automation appeared first on Design World.
MRPEasy
MAY 14, 2024
David Altemir, President of Dallas-based manufacturing consultancy Altemir Consulting writes about what manufacturers need and where they could find it. The following article was written by Dallas-based independent manufacturing consultant David Altemir, President of Altemir Consulting. Intro Our system-agnostic manufacturing consulting practice helps manufacturers of all sizes to select, implement, and operate ERP systems.
Design World
MAY 14, 2024
A “compact automation” is a mechatronic system that performs consecutive production steps autonomously. Compact refers to the millimeter and centimeter-sized range of dimensions of the products to be processed. Designing and constructing such systems is one of the core activities of the Austrian machine manufacturer STIWA. Its modular system LTM-CI has been optimized for small… The post At least 60 million strokes appeared first on Design World.
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
MAY 14, 2024
A new multimillion-pound project led by Heriot-Watt University’s global research institute for net zero is using AI to slash the time and cost involved in modelling carbon capture and storage (CCS) methods. Called ECO-AI, the research team is developing specialist AI techniques for scientific computing, material discovery and financial forecasting, to enable efficient CO2 capture and storage in deep geological formations whilst setting out the financial implications in deploying these techniques
Control.com
MAY 14, 2024
Taking cues from biology and putting bacteria to work are allowing Festo to develop new automation processes. These technologies were on display at Hannover Messe 2024.
E&T
MAY 14, 2024
As ground is broken on Sumitomo Electric’s new £350m subsea cable manufacturing plant in the Scottish Highlands, it has also been announced that the Japanese company is the preferred bidder for the new Shetland 2 undersea cable.
Modern Machine Shop
MAY 14, 2024
My dad was a machinist for a few years and then he ended up becoming a mechanic. He taught me a lot and wanted me to be able to fix whatever around the house myself. Anytime something broke around the house, he would pull me over and be like, “Alright, I'm going to show you how this works and how we're going to fix it.” I went to technical high school to study electrical.
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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
Manufacturer's Monthly
MAY 14, 2024
Image: pinkrabbit/stock.adobe.com The Federal Government has announced $21 billion of new funding initiatives under the Future Made in Australia Act strategic framework. Five industries are targeted by the budget including renewable hydrogen, critical minerals processing, green metals, low carbon liquid fuels and clean energy manufacturing, including battery and solar panel supply chains.
Canadian Manufacturing
MAY 14, 2024
A Japanese company has announced it will build an approximately $1.6-billion plant in Ontario’s Niagara Region that will make a key electric vehicle battery component as part of Honda’s supply chain in the province. Honda announced recently that it is building an electric vehicle battery plant next to its Alliston, Ont., assembly plant, which it is retooling to produce fully electric vehicles as part of a $15-billion project to create a supply chain in the province for the automaker.
Manufacturer's Monthly
MAY 14, 2024
Image: Summit Art Creations/stock.adobe.com The 2024-25 Budget sees Defence funding increase by $50 billion to $764.6 billion over the decade to support a more capable Defence Force that can safeguard Australia’s security. The Albanese Government’s commitment to Defence is an investment to ensure both Australians are kept safe, and jobs and opportunities are delivered right across the country.
MRPEasy
MAY 14, 2024
“MRPeasy continues to provide the highest bang per buck for small manufacturers,” says David Altemir, President of Altemir Consulting. The following article was written by Dallas-based independent manufacturing consultant David Altemir, President of Altemir Consulting. Intro Our system-agnostic manufacturing consulting practice helps manufacturers of all sizes to select, implement, and operate ERP systems.
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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.
Plastics Today
MAY 14, 2024
Its additives, made from waste plastics using a proprietary molecular recycling technology, helped one extruder to increase line speeds at the same fixed costs without affecting product quality, durability, or performance.
Metrology
MAY 14, 2024
MAS's cutting-edge QC Plus software allows the robot to scan a component, create custom paths, and adapt it with zero input from a robot operator. Integrating with FerRobotics’ patented Active Compliant Technology (ACT) enables the robot to use varying force when sanding, delivering the best quality. The post 3D Scanning Updates Robot Motion Path Delivering Intelligent Adaptive Part Sanding appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.
Automation Mag
MAY 14, 2024
Montreal-based Averna, a global test and quality solutions provider, has received the prestigious 2024 Canada’s Best Managed Companies award for its performance, its global business practices, and its sustained growth. The company is now a Gold Standard winner. “I am immensely proud of our entire team for their efforts, making us a gold standard winner.” declared François Rainville , president and CEO of Averna. “The diversity of skills, customer approach, teamwork inclu
Robotics Automation News
MAY 14, 2024
Outrider, a developer of autonomous yard operations for logistics hubs, has been issued its latest patent, US Patent No 11,927,676, for the “Systems and Methods for Determining an Articulated Trailer Angle”.
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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.
Automation Mag
MAY 14, 2024
3M has partnered with JRTech Solutions, a digital systems integration company and provider of Pricer Electronic Shelf Labels (ESL), to introduce an ultramodern digital tracking and documentation system at the 3M Brockville, Ontario production site. A JRTech Solutions press statement explains that through this collaboration, a custom automated digital solution has been designed and developed to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of 3M’s production processes.
The Fabricator
MAY 14, 2024
Metal forming guru Steve Benson dives into the differences between the press brake and panel bender.
Canadian Manufacturing
MAY 14, 2024
This new clinker product will be used to produce a 100% recycled cement during this pilot, which will in turn be employed in ready mix concrete operations to produce a 100% recycled concrete product. (CNW Group/Lafarge Canada Inc.) TORONTO — Lafarge Canada and Geocycle Canada, members Holcim Group, announce the completion of a pilot at the Lafarge Brookfield Cement Plant (Nova Scotia) to produce clinker made of recycled minerals recovered from waste sources, which can potentially reduce CO
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