Fri.Jan 31, 2025

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Haptikos Emerges From Stealth First Low-Cost Hand Exoskeleton

Gary Mintchell

Ive been watching developments of robotics and peripherals with anticipation. Engineers continually get closer to mechanisms that can make life so much better for handicapped or aged people. Not to mention extensive use cases in manufacturing. This news concerns a company emerging from stealth with a hand exoskeleton with exciting sensory input along with a its operating system (Alan KayPeople who are really serious about software should build their hardware.).

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Teradyne robotics group lays off 10% of global staff

Robotics Business Review

UR and MiR consolidated R&D facilities and headquarters in 2024. Source: Universal Robots Economic uncertainty has taken a toll on the robotics industry, including leading vendors. Teradyne Inc.’s robotics group laid off 10% of its global workforce this week. Teradyne owns Universal Robots A/S and Mobile Industrial Robots ApS, leading developers of collaborative robot arms and autonomous mobile robots, respectively.

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Do You Know How Software-Defined Automation Impacts Manufacturing?

Automation World

Everything manufacturers need to know about software-defined automation.

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Top 10 robotics developments of January 2025

Robotics Business Review

The robotics industry started the year with large funding rounds, new product releases, and well-known brands finding new homes. If January is any indication, 2025 will be a nonstop year for the industry. Here are the 10 most popular stories on The Robot Report in the past month. Subscribe to The Robot Report Newsletter and listen to The Robot Report Podcast to stay up to date on the robotics developments you need to know about. 10.

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Emergent Energy Optimizes Steam Systems with Panoramic Power’s Technology

Manufacturers face increasing pressure to curb energy waste and emissions. Emergent Energy specializes in optimizing industrial steam systems, leveraging Panoramic Power’s real-time energy intelligence to drive efficiency. By analyzing steam system performance, Emergent Energy pinpoints inefficiencies and implements targeted improvements. This article explores how data-driven steam optimization transforms wasted energy into measurable savings, ensuring compliance with sustainability regulations.

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Allient launches Defense Solutions Business Unit to enhance market strategy

Design World

Allient Inc. has announced the launch of its Allient Defense Solutions (ADS) Business Unit (BU). This initiative highlights Allients focus on expanding in high-growth markets and creating long-term value for customers and stakeholders. With a newly structured, specialized sales and support team, ADS will integrate Allients comprehensive technology offerings to streamline processes and foster innovation.… The post Allient launches Defense Solutions Business Unit to enhance market strategy a

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Using drones to improve wildfire and forest management

Robotics Business Review

The Robot Report Podcast Using Drones to improve wildfire and forest management In Episode 182 of The Robot Report Podcast, editors Mike Oitzman and Eugene Demaitre interview Erin Linebarger, co-founder and CEO of Robotics 88. Linebarger discusses the innovative use of drones in wildfire management, particularly through prescribed fire techniques. She also describes the genesis of the Boston-based company, the importance of data in fire management, the technology behind its drones, and the futu

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Gill Instruments Offers Modbus Communication for WindSonic Line

Control.com

WindSonic, Gill Instruments two-axis ultrasonic wind sensor line, can now be more easily integrated with existing industrial hardware thanks to the addition of Modbus.

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Search underway to find suitable underground sites to bury hazardous nuclear waste

E&T

Nuclear Waste Services (NWS) has announced it has identified areas within the UK suitable to host a geological disposal facility (GDF).

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MOM vs MES: Understanding the Essential Differences for Your Business

Snic Solutions

Choosing between Manufacturing Operations Management (MOM) software and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) can significantly impact your manufacturing operations.

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Hinkley Point C urged to reinstate fish protection plan because of ecosystem concerns

E&T

Hinkley Point C is facing a backlash from environmental campaigners over its possible negative impact on local aquatic life.

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Accelerate Americas Manufacturing Agility & Supply Chain Resilience

Discover how to accelerate manufacturing agility and build supply chain resilience in our live webinar on February 6, 2025, at 3 PM PST. Explore insights from a former SpaceX leader on scaling hardware production, balancing speed with quality, and leveraging advanced tools like ION Factory OS. Learn from historical examples and modern approaches to innovation while uncovering how AI and real-time data can automate processes, strengthen supply chain operations, and ensure scalability.

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Emerson Introduces Dew Point Sensor for Pneumatic System Air Quality

Control.com

Discover how Emerson's new AVENTICS DS1 dew point sensor enhances air quality monitoring in pneumatic systems, protecting equipment and reducing costs and downtime.

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Kistler Showcases Advanced Manufacturing Process-Monitoring Tech at MD&M West 2025

Manufacturing Tomorrow

Kistler supports the MedTech industry with state-of-the-art process measurement tools for advanced plastic injection-molding, assembly and testing applications

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UK’s largest historic rail festival to mark 200 years of passenger trains

E&T

The UKs largest gathering of historic rail vehicles is set to take place later this year to mark 200 years since the construction of worlds first passenger train service.

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Welding cobots reach places traditional welding automation cannot

The Fabricator

The latest generation of highly portable, easy-to-program collaborative welding robots enable industrial-grade welding in places traditional automation cant reach.

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Unmasking Energy Waste: Manufacturing’s Hidden Inefficiencies and Costly Impacts

Energy inefficiencies are silent thieves eroding manufacturing profits and sustainability efforts. From overworked pumps to leaky compressed air systems, these hidden drains often go unnoticed without advanced energy monitoring. Panoramic Power empowers manufacturers with granular, device level energy visibility, and real-time insights to identify and eliminate inefficiencies, transforming waste into savings.

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Cutting carbon will take ‘concerted effort’ across all modes of transport, new analysis shows

E&T

The Green Alliance has outlined policies to enable the transport industry to drastically reduce its climate impact.

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AMADA WELD TECH to Highlight Innovative Solutions for Medical Device Manufacturing at MD&M West 2025

Manufacturing Tomorrow

Reliability, Quality, and Innovation on Display in Booth #3051

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SCADA vs MES: Key Differences for Optimizing Manufacturing Efficiency

Snic Solutions

When choosing industrial automation systems, understanding the differences between SCADA and MES is crucial. SCADA focuses on real-time monitoring and control of industrial processes, while MES manages and optimizes manufacturing operations.

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Conserving a Terra-Cotta Cornice and Puertorican Patrimony: Dome of the Capitol Building Restoration Project

Manufacturing Tomorrow

Repairing and protecting the Terra-Cotta cornice

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The Supply Chain in 2025: What to Expect

In 2025, the Supply Chain continues its evolution toward “Logistics 4.0,” inspired by Industry 4.0. Two major characteristics define this transformation: automation, driven by robotic solutions, and prediction, paving the way for an era of planning and simulation powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI).

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JA Canada, Coke Canada Bottling and The Coca-Cola Company partner on hiring initiative

Canadian Manufacturing

TORONTO Junior Achievement Canada (JA Canada) together with Coke Canada Bottling and The Coca-Cola Company announce a new partnership offering skills, experiences, and support to try and help Canadian youth overcome barriers to employment. In May 2024, Statistics Canada reported an approximate 30 per cent increase in unemployability rate among youth ages 15-24, a reality attributed to increased competition for less jobs and lack of experience.

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MDS-C1 vs. MDS-B: Decoding the Differences in Mitsubishi’s Servo Drive Lineup

DO Supply

The Mitsubishi’s MDS-C1 and MDS-B servo drive series could be compared to identify important improvements that enhance contemporary industrial automation systems. With its increased power capacity, broader voltage range, sophisticated communication protocols, and better safety features, the MDS-C1 series is designed for high-performance and demanding applications.

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Virtual Design and Construction: Revolutionizing the Construction Industry

Manufacturing Tomorrow

In present day fast -paced creation global, the need for innovation is greater than ever. Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) is presently one of the maximum reworking technologies that reflects structure, engineering and creation (AEC) enterprise. By integrating the digital equipment and superior features, VDC provides a more efficient, cost -effective and cooperative approach to dealing with construction projects.

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Automotive can kickstart UK’s growth mission

SMMT

Growing pains are inevitable as automotive manufacturers ramp up the transition to zero emission vehicles and, with significant retooling underway in UK factories, the publication of SMMTs annual production figures this week revealed no real surprises. Car production is at its lowest level for some 70 years as manufacturers turn more than 20 billion of EV and gigafactory investment plans into new models and output.

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The 2nd Generation of Innovation Management: A Survival Guide

Speaker: Chris Townsend, VP of Product Marketing, Wellspring

Over the past decade, companies have embraced innovation with enthusiasm—Chief Innovation Officers have been hired, and in-house incubators, accelerators, and co-creation labs have been launched. CEOs have spoken with passion about “making everyone an innovator” and the need “to disrupt our own business.” But after years of experimentation, senior leaders are asking: Is this still just an experiment, or are we in it for the long haul?

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VueReal secures access to US$40.5M in Series C funding

Canadian Manufacturing

WATERLOO — VueReal announced that it has secured access to USD $40.5 million in Series C funding. The round was led by Export Development Canada (EDC) and included participation from existing VueReal investors, including Cycle Capital, BDC Capital’s Cleantech Practice, and TDK Ventures. This investment will enable VueReal to scale its production capabilities and enhance its ecosystem to support partners in achieving their goals of integrating microLEDs in commercial production.

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J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference 2025: Can the Resurgence of Healthcare M&A and AI Scale-Up Unlock New Growth Opportunities?

Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

While 2024 focused on addressing workforce burnout, financial pressures, delayed demand, and uneven technology adoption, 2025 is positioned as a transformative year for the healthcare industry. The 43rd J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference set a positive tone, emphasizing trends such as growing M&A opportunities, scaling AI applications across clinical and operational workflows, and renewed attention to personalized and value-based care.

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Cdn. businesses are using AI to manage their finances: KPMG survey

Canadian Manufacturing

Key highlights (CNW Group/KPMG LLP) TORONTO More than eight in 10 Canadian organizations are embedding AI throughout their finance functions, leading to better decisions and a higher return on investment than their global peers, new research from KPMG International shows. According to KPMG’s AI in Finance survey of 2,900 organizations across 23 countries including 100 from Canada – more than eight in 10 (82 per cent) Canadian respondents said their organizations are using or piloti

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Kinectrics and Isotopia enter supply agreement for advanced radiotherapeutics

Canadian Manufacturing

TORONTO — Kinectrics and Isotopia have announced an agreement under which Kinectrics will provide Isotopia with a reliable supply of Gadolinium-160 (Gd-160). This isotope will enable Isotopia’s production of Terbium-161 (Tb-161), a medical isotope reportedly showing promise for use in radiotherapeutics, including therapies targeting prostate and neuroendocrine tumours.

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?

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Maple Leaf Foods announces new executive appointments

Canadian Manufacturing

MISSISSAUGA Maple Leaf Foods Inc., a protein company, announced new executive appointments accompanied by further changes to its organizational structure. With these changes, the Company has completed the realignment of its commercial and operations teams to support the execution of its strategic Blueprint that was unveiled last year. “Since bringing our meat and plant protein businesses together under a consolidated protein strategy last year, we have been intensely focused on delivering

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Scope Technologies names new VP of product

Canadian Manufacturing

VANCOUVER Scope Technologies appoints Ted Carefoot as VP of product. Carefoot has previously worked with Electronic Arts (EA), Disney Online Studios Canada, and other technology firms. He will drive the evolution of QSE, Scope’s quantum-proof security platform. With over 20 years of experience, Carefoot brings experience in AI-driven cloud, digital security, risk management, and software product development. “As Scope Technologies continues its growth trajectory, our commitment to p

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Unifor asks Walmart to bargain first contract in wake of Canada Cartage acquisition

Canadian Manufacturing

Unifor, which represents Walmart Canada truck drivers in British Columbia, is asking Walmart to bargain first contract in wake of Canada Cartage acquisition. (CNW Group/Unifor) VANCOUVER — Unifor, which represents Walmart Canada truck drivers in British Columbia, says it is concerned regarding an announcement that Canada Cartage is purchasing Walmart Fleet ULC, which now reportedly delays bargaining that was scheduled for tomorrow, Jan. 31. “Warehousing and logistics workers have a r

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Surrey, B.C., mayor joins alliance of border communities ahead of possible tariffs

Canadian Manufacturing

Surrey Mayor Brenda Locke said potential U.S. tariffs would put hundreds of jobs in her community at risk, as she became the latest mayor to join an alliance advocating for Canadian border communities. Locke said Thursday that more than 20 per cent of businesses in Surrey, B.C., have direct trade ties with the United States amounting to roughly $2.8 billion in cross-border commerce each year. “The introduction of these tariffs threatens to disrupt vital supply chains impacting cities and c

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The Future of Manufacturing: Behind-the-Scene Insights from the IMTS Conference