Automation World
AUGUST 6, 2024
Since implementing the Chef system, Amy’s Kitchen has improved product consistency of runs by 12%, reduced food giveaway by 4% and increased labor productivity by 17%.
Gary Mintchell
AUGUST 6, 2024
This product is not in my sweet spot, but it’s one of those applications I’d have loved in a previous stop in my career. Compatio AI has unveiled Compatio Configure. The tool is aimed at the electrical and industrial automation industries, providing insights into product compatibility and application relevance. It enables staff, regardless of experience level, to configure solutions adhering to technical specifications, intricate inter-product compatibility and sales history.
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Automation World
AUGUST 6, 2024
By adopting the Kipster concept and specifying ABB drives as a requirement for their operations, MPS Egg Farms moves a big step closer to achieving its goal of full circularity in egg farming.
Robotics Business Review
AUGUST 6, 2024
Figure AI Inc. today unveiled its second-generation humanoid robot. Figure 02 refines every element of the original Figure 01 design, and the company said it is one step closer to its goal of selling production humanoids to industrial users. Figure AI received a 2024 RBR50 Innovation Award for the accelerated pace of development that it demonstrated last year.
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Automation World
AUGUST 6, 2024
A marine diesel engine manufacturer integrates artificial intelligence into its operations and, within 90 days, the application detected 20 real-time events, prevented more than $4.5 million in engine damage and delivered a 10x project ROI.
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Automation World
AUGUST 6, 2024
Enable old and new systems to speak to each other, unlock critical data and optimize performance.
Design World
AUGUST 6, 2024
Traco Power recently announced the new THN 10UIR series of 10-Watt full-featured dc-dc converters with ultra-wide 9 to 75 or 14 to 160 Vdc input ranges in a compact 1 x 1 in. footprint. These new high-performance dc-dc converters have an ultra-wide 12:1 input voltage range with a dedicated holdup capacitor connection that satisfies EN… The post Traco Power launches new dc-dc converters appeared first on Design World.
Automation World
AUGUST 6, 2024
While traditional PLC suppliers offer established software and support, the low-cost, highly customizable nature of Arduino and Pi systems is driving their adoption in industrial settings.
The Fabricator
AUGUST 6, 2024
Although Kapco Metal Stamping has just begun using generative AI tools like Microsoft Copilot and ChatGPT, the potential use cases could change how business leaders communicate.
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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.
NIST
AUGUST 6, 2024
How do you build the supply chain for the emerging field of quantum technology? Look to NIST’s MATTR service, which can determine the capabilities needed.
Plastics Today
AUGUST 6, 2024
California-based Origin Materials calls the patent-pending tethered cap design “simple, clever, and user-friendly.
E&T
AUGUST 6, 2024
A study has found that even though modern commercial aircraft emit less carbon than their predecessors, they could be contributing more to climate change due to their longer-lived planet-warming contrails.
Manufacturer's Monthly
AUGUST 6, 2024
Image: moodboard/stock.adobe.com Australia’s peak steel body, the Australian Steel Institute (ASI), is asking for government support for local steel fabricators and manufacturers, after research revealed the local industry is being seriously undercut by imports. An ASI survey of steel fabricators and manufacturers in July 2024 revealed 86 per cent had reduced profit margins because of cheap imported fabricated steel, which is being priced between 15 and 50 per cent lower than the local offer.
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
MRPEasy
AUGUST 6, 2024
Allied Global Engineering is a multinational engineering group with ambitious plans to unify long-standing engineering businesses in the UK. The recent implementation of MRPeasy in one of their recently acquired subsidiaries is setting the stage for sustainable growth and increased efficiency. Celebrating the legacy of the UK’s precision engineering EGL Vaughan is a CNC milling […] The post Precision Engineering Company Cuts Administrative Load by 70% with MRP Software appeared first on Bl
Control.com
AUGUST 6, 2024
In order to connect automation devices using diverse protocols, Bosch Rexroth adopts HMS Networks’s Anybus Communicator facilitating intelligent monitoring and operation.
E&T
AUGUST 6, 2024
Ofwat has proposed a £168m of fines for three water companies for failings in managing their wastewater.
Manufacturer's Monthly
AUGUST 6, 2024
Dutton’s plan to repurpose coal plant sites for nuclear reactors needs skilled workforce despite some of the infrastructure already being in place. Image: annavaczistock.adobe.com Opposition leader Peter Dutton recently announced seven sites for reactors, unveiling his long-awaited policy for nuclear power with the claim that operations could start in the 2030s.
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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
Robotics Automation News
AUGUST 6, 2024
Robotics technology has been integrated into business productivity, transforming industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, logistics, and home assistance. With this growth comes a new set of cybersecurity issues to address in keeping robotics safe. As robots become an integral part of everyday life, protection from cyber threats becomes paramount.
Manufacturer's Monthly
AUGUST 6, 2024
Image: Jelena Rnjak-Kovacina/UNSW Engineers at UNSW have weaved their magic to create a new material made of silk that could ultimately help regenerate heart tissue. UNSW researchers, led by Associate Professor Jelena Rnjak-Kovacina, have created a biocompatible material that supports tissue regeneration and offers a more accurate representation of human biology.
Modern Machine Shop
AUGUST 6, 2024
Source: ECI Software Solutions Inc. (all) ECI Software Solutions is showcasing Alora, a machine monitoring system designed to connect and analyze shop floor and ERP data in real time. By triggering actions that reduce downtime, scrap and equipment failure, Alora can increase utilization of existing machinery and staff, enabling machine operators and managers to maximize their impact on production performance.
Manufacturer's Monthly
AUGUST 6, 2024
Image: Boeing Defence Australia Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) has welcomed 16 trainee Aerospace Workers to its P-8A Poseidon Through Life Support program in the first stage of a two-year recruitment drive. The trainees have commenced their six-month Certificate II in Aeroskills with South Australian Registered Training Organisation, Flight One School of Engineering.
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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.
Cisco Smart Manufacturing
AUGUST 6, 2024
Discover how Business Development Manager Shawn C.'s volunteering through the Time2Give program made a difference for sea turtles and her wellbeing, too.
Manufacturer's Monthly
AUGUST 6, 2024
Image: Gorodenkoff/stock.adoe.com The Western Australian Government has committed $645,000 to open the State’s first medical manufacturing facility to help patients fight antibiotic-resistant superbugs. Medical Research minister Stephen Dawson said the new phage manufacturing unit uses groundbreaking technology that could transform the lives of those battling infections that no longer respond to antibiotic treatment. “This is a lifesaving new treatment that brings new hope to those W
Automation Mag
AUGUST 6, 2024
Rockwell Automation shared the results of its 9th annual “ State of Smart Manufacturing Report: Life Sciences Edition.” The global study reportedly encompasses the responses of 111 leaders from life sciences manufacturers across 15 of the leading manufacturing countries. This year’s report highlights the evolution of the life sciences industry, with an emphasis on leveraging emerging technologies to minimize risks, manage supply chains, and enhance workforce potential.
Manufacturer's Monthly
AUGUST 6, 2024
Image: Bruce/stock.adobe.com A University of Wollongong’s researcher has been awarded grants to spearhead innovative projects in energy solutions. The university has announced that Dr Nana Wang, a researcher in the Institute for Superconducting and Electronic Materials, has been awarded the prestigious Australian Research Council (ARC) Future Fellowships.
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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.
Plastics Today
AUGUST 6, 2024
The band visited Furnace Record Pressing last month and took part in pressing a splatter version of its “Ride the Lightning” album.
Manufacturer's Monthly
AUGUST 6, 2024
Image: AMGC The Advanced Manufacturing Growth Centre (AMGC) is backing two mining technology projects–from mDetect and EQ Resources–that are utilising cosmic rays and hyperspectral imaging for safety and access to strategically important materials. The first project is from mDetect, a Swinburne University spinout specialising in astrophysics research into muons, a type of subatomic particle that results from the Earth’s atmosphere being hit by cosmic rays, which fall harmlessly and constantly d
E&T
AUGUST 6, 2024
Riverlane, which is based in Cambridge, has raised $75m (£59m) to fund development on its “groundbreaking” quantum error correction (QEC) technology.
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