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METCASE launches TECHNOMET TX for desktop instrumentation

Design World

METCASE has launched TECHNOMET TX, a new range of tower enclosures for tabletop electronic instrumentation. Designed to conserve workstation space, these new aluminum enclosures are suitable for applications in test and measurement, industrial control, medical and wellness devices, peripheral equipment, communications, and laboratory use. Like other models in METCASEs TECHNOMET range, the new TX features… The post METCASE launches TECHNOMET TX for desktop instrumentation appeared first on

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Incat launches world’s largest battery electric ship

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Incat Hundreds gathered at the Incat shipyard in Hobart for the launch of Incat Hull 096 the worlds largest battery-electric ship. Constructed for South American ferry operator Buquebus, Hull 096 is the most significant vessel ever built by Incat and represents a giant leap forward in sustainable shipping. When it enters service between Buenos Aires and Uruguay, it is set to operate entirely on battery-electric power, carrying up to 2,100 passengers and 225 vehicles across the River Plat

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OKW’s new RAILTEC panel enclosures for individual DIN rail devices

Design World

OKW has extended its RAILTEC B range of DIN rail enclosures by adding a new panel version with pluggable front and side panels. The RAILTEC BP M22 can hold plug headers (up to 1 or 2 x 16-pin, 5.08, fixed or pluggable). It is suitable for various applications, including DIN-rail-mounted measuring and control devices. These… The post OKWs new RAILTEC panel enclosures for individual DIN rail devices appeared first on Design World.

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Enhancing laser cutting efficiency with on-site nitrogen generation

Manufacturer's Monthly

Nitrogen ensures a burr-free environment while laser cutting and thus eliminates material handling. Image: Atlas Copco Atlas Copco offers on-site nitrogen generation solutions that can boost productivity for industrial laser cutting companies. This means you can produce nitrogen right where you need it, helping to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

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The Manufacturing Edge: Five Strategies to Outpace the Competition

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

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Slides Speed Mold Design, Simplify Mold Building

Mold Making Technology

Source | Progressive Components Progressive Components has expanded its offering of injection mold standards with the addition of the Versa-Slide product line of slide action components , which is purchased from OMNI Mold Systems in January 2025. Versa-Slides are kitted slide action units, pre-engineered and available off-the-shelf. Assembly units begin very small (¾ × ¾ × 1") with a maximum size reaching nearly 10" in width, with optional machinable slide faces avail

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Expanded Air Poppet Valve Series Supports Molded Part Ejection

Mold Making Technology

Source | CUMSA CUMSA has added two new sizes of air poppet valves to its VA - Air Valve series for plastic injection molds. The new diameter sizes include a 3-mm air poppet and a ½" air poppet specifically developed for the North American market. The new dimensions enable more user options so the air poppets can be applied in various types of molds.

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South Australian exports to Europe hit $1 billion

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: MAGNIFIER/stock.adobe.com South Australia s exports to the European Union the worlds second largest consumer market after the US have grown by 22 per cent in the last 12 months to $1 billion, making it the states newest billion-dollar export market. According to the latest Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) data, South Australia s exports to the European Union jumped by $183 million dollars in the year to March 2025.

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Edge Technologies Bar Feeder Streamlines CNC Swiss Lathe Automation

Modern Machine Shop

Source: Edge Technologies Edge Technologies ’ FMB Turbo RS 3-38 bar feeder features the company’s Revolutionary Sliding (RS) technology, which streamlines CNC Swiss lathe automation. The FMB Turbo RS 3-38 builds on Edge Technologies’ flagship model for sliding headstock CNC lathes, introducing what the company says is a first-of-its-kind innovation: full support of the bar pusher and stock from inside the bar feeder all the way into the lathe spindle.

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Geoff Crittenden – A snapshot of Australia’s manufacturing industry

Manufacturer's Monthly

Weld Australia insists that manufacturing plays a crucial role in technological advancement, research, and development for Australia. Image:Image: The Cheroke/stock.adobe.com Those of us who grew up in the 1960s will recognise the unmistakable sound of the TARDIS taking off. Right now, it feels like were caught in a time warp, hurtling backwards at full speed.

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Are You Over-Complicating Your Linear Motion or Leaving It Out Altogether?

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.

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L.S. Starrett's Benchtop Measurement Platform Provides Repeatable Inspections

Modern Machine Shop

Source | The L.S. Starrett Co. The L.S. Starrett Co. ’s AVR400 CNC Vision System is an update to its existing AVR series of benchtop Vision systems, featuring the largest benchtop platform to date from Starrett with stage travel that is twice the speed of previous Starrett AVR models. The automated inspection capabilities of the measurement system combine high-resolution images, intuitive software and a precise mechanical platform to deliver accurate, repeatable measurement results.

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Old company phones can support domestic violence victims this DV Prevention Month

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: DV Safe Phone In support of Domestic Violence Prevention Month (May), not-for-profits MobileMuster and DV Safe Phone urge Australian businesses to donate their unused, working mobile phones to dvsafephone.org.au. The donations will support the nearly 3 million domestic violence victim-survivors in Australia, helping them escape abusive situations and rebuild their lives.

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Heidenhain Controls Enhance Machining Accuracy, Streamline Workflows

Modern Machine Shop

Source: Heidenhain Heidenhain is highlighting the TNC7 five-axis motion control, TD 110 tool breakage detector, VT 121/122 vision systems and MILLPWR entry level CNC control — all designed to enhance machining accuracy and streamline workflows. Also, the droPWR iOS app further modernizes shop operations by providing digital readout functionality at users’ fingertips.

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Educating Students on Digitalization, Decision-Making and Design

Mold Making Technology

Nick Vitelli, MMT EAB member and Engineering Lecturer for Plastics Engineering Technology at The Behrend College of Penn State Erie shares his top article picks. Source | Penn State Erie Nick Vitelli is an engineering lecturer for the Plastics Engineering Technology Department at The Behrend College of Penn State Erie in Erie, Pennsylvania. He has over 19 years of experience in plastics, specializing in part and mold design, and project management.

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How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control

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

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How To (Better) Make a Micrometer

Modern Machine Shop

Starrett’s families of indicators share numerous design commonalities, but manufacturing the many intricate differences between them requires a diverse range of tools and efficient processes. Photos provided by Modern Machine Shop. Testing a gage requires an operator to follow careful, standard procedures and use reference standards even more accurate than the gage in question.

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HEBI Robotics wins RBR50 award for ‘inchworm’ robot family

Robotics Business Review

HEBI’s inchworm-style robot offer a modular platform for developers. Source: HEBI Robotics HEBI Robotics has been recognized with another RBR50 Robotics Innovation Award for its “inchworm” family of robots. The robots have feet that use suction, magnets, or other types of grippers to traverse challenging environments end over end. The RBR50 awards , presented by The Robot Report (formerly Robotics Business Review ), celebrate the most innovative and influential technologies, a

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Accessible Automation in Materials Science With 3D-Printed Robotics

Control.com

Meet FLUID, a 3D-printed, open-source robot from Hokkaido University. FLUID serves as an affordable and accessible way for researchers to automate experiments and advance materials science.

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Industrial digitalization: Noux Node and Kuka Digital enter strategic partnership

Robotics Automation News

Kuka Digital, the newly established business segment of specialist automation company Kuka, has entered a strategic partnership with software provider Noux Node, headquartered in Finland. Noux Node offers cutting-edge technology that enables industrial companies to leverage the best IT and DevOps practices, including version control, continuous integration, and continuous deployment of software.

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Build & Own Scale-Ready Industrial IoT Solution on Flex83 Middleware

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

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BMW ends 180 agency staff contracts at Mini factory in Oxford

The Guardian Manufacturing

Move comes as industry grapples with impact of Donald Trumps steep 25% tariffs on cars imported to US The Mini owner, BMW, has ended 180 agency staff contracts at its factory in Oxford as the British car industry grapples with global economic uncertainty and steep US tariffs. Donald Trump announced 25% tariffs in March, hitting all cars imported to the US from overseas from 3 April, in the hope of forcing carmakers to invest in production in the US.

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Cellumation’s modular conveyor tech powers Daifuku’s robotic depalletization breakthrough

Robotics Automation News

A robotics breakthrough developed by German startup Cellumation is being hailed as revolutionary by supply chain automation company Daifuku, which has integrated the technology into a next-generation robotic depalletization cell now on display at its Bolingbrook Innovation Center in Illinois.

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Footwear company SoftMoc adopts AutoStore warehouse system for Ontario, Canada facility

Robotics Automation News

Footwear retailer SoftMoc has selected AutoStore warehouse technology to optimize its fulfillment operations. The new AutoStore system, implemented by Element Logic, is set to enhance SoftMocs speed, efficiency, and scalability, reinforcing the companys commitment to exceptional customer service.

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Swisslog breaks ground to start construction of new global headquarters

Robotics Automation News

The official groundbreaking for the new Swisslog global headquarters on Weihermattstrasse in Aarau, Switzerland has been completed. By October 2026, around 320 employees will move into the state-of-the-art office building. Swisslog will occupy the building as a tenant, marking a significant step in the companys continued growth and development.

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Retrofits Are Falling Short: Here’s Why You Need MES + ERP Together

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.