Automation World

JUNE 7, 2023

While a majority of the American workforce supports AI in the workplace, they still would prefer a human-in-command approach to machine integration.

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Design World

JUNE 7, 2023

What are the current trends for engineering in the global market? How can topics including the energy transition, networking ecosystems, the skilled-worker shortage, and the digital transformation be implemented in the best way possible as regards engineering? Solutions provider Eplan will be providing focused answers to these questions during its new online event “Eplan L!

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Gary Mintchell

JUNE 7, 2023

Welcome to the era of spatial computing, where digital content blends seamlessly with your physical space. So you can do the things you love in ways never before possible. This blurb came from Apple PR’s write up of the new Vision Pro—the long-awaited AR/VR headset. Apple made no mention of the “M” word. Here is what they called it. “Welcome to the era of spatial computing, where digital content blends seamlessly with your physical space.

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Design World

JUNE 7, 2023

COMSOL, the developer of the COMSOL Multiphysics simulation software, has introduced a new online resource that provides free and open access to modeling and simulation learning material across all areas of physics. The Learning Center offers a single entry point for users of all skill levels, where courses, articles, and videos present a clear path… The post COMSOL launches open-access learning center for Multiphysics modeling appeared first on Design World.

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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?

Automation World

JUNE 7, 2023

An early preview of Beckhoff’s forthcoming TwinCAT Chat Client, which leverages the power of LLMs like ChatGPT, shows how the artificial intelligence technology can be used to simplify and accelerate the programming of automated systems.

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Design World

JUNE 7, 2023

Copley Controls, a motion control technology company, introduces the Nano Series of digital servo drives. Featuring best-of-class power density and thermal management, these compact units integrate easily into autonomous guided vehicles (AGVs), autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), robotic joints, and other automated equipment that need precise speed and position control despite limited space.

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Design World

JUNE 7, 2023

ABB today officially opened its new Robotics Packaging and Logistics Headquarters north of Atlanta in Alpharetta, Georgia. The new facility will serve as ABB’s dedicated center for robotic automation solutions in the logistics and packaging industries. ABB Robotics’ dedicated Packaging and Logistics facility in Atlanta, Georgia develops next generation AI-enabled robotic skills to help U.S.… The post ABB Robotics opens U.S. packaging and logistics headquarters appeared first on Design Worl

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E&T

JUNE 7, 2023

The watchdog said that, for the first time, its objectives will directly align the interests of consumers across the country with the UK’s plan to get to net zero by 2050. The change comes in an amendment to the current government’s energy bill. Until now, Ofgem has been tasked with protecting the interests of existing and future gas and electricity consumers.

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Design World

JUNE 7, 2023

Parvalux (by maxon), the U.K.’s largest manufacturer of fractional horsepower, geared, electric motors, provides components and systems to OEMs worldwide in markets such as industrial automation, materials handling, and building automation. The company has recently teamed with Keller Industrial Products Inc., headquartered in Rochester, N.Y. The experienced team at Keller has specialized in mechatronic applications… The post Parvalux teams with Keller Industrial Products appeared first on

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E&T

JUNE 7, 2023

The report has found that about 675 million people live without electricity worldwide, with 80 per cent of those without access to power — 567 million in 2021 — living in sub-Saharan Africa. The research was published by the International Energy Agency (IEA), the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), the United Nations Statistics Division (UNSD), the World Bank, and the World Health Organization (WHO).

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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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Automation World

JUNE 7, 2023

An example of how to use AI technology, such as ChatGPT, to deliver step-by-step instructions on how to program a conveyor system.

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E&T

JUNE 7, 2023

According to the Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR), at the current rate of development it would take 4,700 years for England to reach the onshore wind capacity called for by government advisers. Progress in England was stalled in 2015 when planning laws were changed to make it more difficult to gain permission for new onshore wind turbines – in what was effectively a ban.

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Manufacturing Management

JUNE 7, 2023

A global energy player, with significant UK investments in renewable energy and storage, has used a ‘digital twin’ to help make a significant breakthrough in its Net Zero journey.

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E&T

JUNE 7, 2023

The Parker Solar Probe (PSP) was launched in 2018 and will approach within four million miles (6.5 million kilometres) from the centre of the Sun during its mission. It has already become the closest-ever artificial object to the Sun. A report from the University of California Berkeley has said the probe detected streams of high-energy particles that match the “supergranulation flows within coronal holes”, which suggests that these are the regions where the so-called “fast” solar winds originate

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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.

The Fabricator

JUNE 7, 2023

There’s a new kid on the FAB 40 block this year: Cadrex Manufacturing Solutions, owned by CORE Industrial Partners. The mechanical solutions provider, with a nationwide footprint and nearly a half-billion dollars in annual sales, lands No. 2 on the 2023 list and provides a new perspective on industry consolidation.

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E&T

JUNE 7, 2023

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is cracking down against cryptocurrency operators, by suing two of the most important players in the sector: Binance and Coinbase. On Tuesday 6 June, the SEC asked a federal court to issue a temporary restraining order to freeze the US assets of cryptocurrency exchange Binance. The petition followed the regulator's launch of a suit against the platform the previous day.

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Mold Making Technology

JUNE 7, 2023

The best way to approach the mold engineering skills gap is to create powerhouses of knowledge and innovation within your company. Photo Credit: Getty Images One way the engineering skills gap has played out across the industry is the lack of formal training and education in this specialized field. However, some companies have solved this challenge by quickly learning ways to train employees internally.

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E&T

JUNE 7, 2023

The US city stated the automakers failed to install anti-theft devices called immobilisers on most of their cars for over ten years - between 2011 and 2022 - making their vehicles more likely to be stolen. New York has joined several other major cities that have sued Hyundai and Kia over the thefts, including Baltimore, Cleveland, Milwaukee, San Diego and Seattle.

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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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Manufacturer's Monthly

JUNE 7, 2023

Already established as a global electronics player, Elexon Electronics is undergoing an agile transformation to strengthen its defence offering. Manufacturers’ Monthly investigates the skills and training initiatives the Australian company is putting in place to grow its presence in major defencen projects. Over the past 16 years, Elexon Electronics has pioneered various highly innovative and commercially successful products for a range of industries such as mining, pathology, automotive and rec

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E&T

JUNE 7, 2023

Last year, government departments were told to stop installing cameras made in China in sensitive buildings. It has now announced plans to strengthen the Procurement Bill, which lays out the rules that central government departments use when selecting suppliers. This includes establishing a National Security Unit for Procurement which will investigate suppliers who may pose a risk to national security, and assess whether companies should be barred from public procurements.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

JUNE 7, 2023

Igus has launched a new lubrication-free material, the endurance runner which is ideal for heavy-duty applications. In applications with loads of more than 80Mpa, plain bearings made of thermoplastic materials can be pushing their limits. igus has expanded the existing range of standard plain bearings with the new igutex fibre wound plain bearing series.

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E&T

JUNE 7, 2023

Green jobs are on the rise, as all areas of business take charge of sustainability in operations and decision-making like never before. Across industries, the mission to double down on sustainability is driving job growth and creating millions of new career paths in sectors ranging from clean energy, construction and manufacturing to low-emissions tech.

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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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Manufacturer's Monthly

JUNE 7, 2023

In the latest instalment of Crafted with Capral , Manufacturers’ Monthly learns about Volgren’s journey to becoming Australia’s biggest bus body manufacturer and why the business is opting to explore new sustainability options. Volgren built its first bus in 1979 with the promise of creating a more reliable, comfortable and longer-lasting vehicle with lower operating costs than others then what was available at the time.

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Foley

JUNE 7, 2023

Both enforcement agencies and consumers increasingly are focused on manufacturers’ supply chains. Human rights enforcement frameworks increasingly have real teeth. Both the United States and the European Union either have, or are in the process of adopting, real enforcement mechanisms to protect against the importation of goods made using forced labor.

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Metrology

JUNE 7, 2023

Major upgrade offers completely revamped VXinspect module, broadened quality control capabilities, interoperability with robotics systems, and unprecedented usability. The post Creaform Announces Major Upgrade With VXelements 11 appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Control.com

JUNE 7, 2023

Most grippers are powered by either air or electricity. Learn about the questions and factors an engineer should consider to make the best decisions while selecting a gripper to use for unique applications.

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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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Cisco Smart Manufacturing

JUNE 7, 2023

As you read in Lorrissa’s blog , today marks the beginning of a new era for AT&T, Cisco, and our Partners with the announcement of Webex Go with AT&T.

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Plastics Today

JUNE 7, 2023

A circular packaging economy requires improvements in design, recovery infrastructure, and regulatory changes, according to a new PMMI/AMERIPEN packaging trends study.

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AU Manufacturing

JUNE 7, 2023

New Zealand-based food and beverage innovators are set to join more than 380 exhibitors at the upcoming foodpro 2023 , Australia’s longest-running and leading food manufacturing industry event. The event will be held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre from 23 to 26 July. It will serve as a platform for companies to demonstrate their expertise and innovation to Australian and international visitors.

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Cisco Smart Manufacturing

JUNE 7, 2023

Our customers are the change-makers, innovators, and trailblazers transforming their businesses. They come to Cisco Live to listen, learn and be the first to s ee our new technology innovations.

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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.

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