The Fabricator
JUNE 28, 2023
In the digital age, advertising can be tracked and measured. How manufacturing shops and other metal fabricators use that data can make or break a marketing program.
Plastics News
JUNE 20, 2023
Americans are finally awakening to the fact that, in a world of ever-expanding complexity and uncertainty, shorter supply chains actually cost less to maintain in the long run.
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Manufacturer's Monthly
JUNE 21, 2023
Hosted by Weld Australia in collaboration with the Australia Institute’s Centre for Future Work, the National Manufacturing Summit will leverage the opportunities and overcome the challenges presented by the renewable energy revolution. The Australian Government has legislated emissions reduction targets of 43 per cent (on 2005 levels) by 2030 and net zero by 2050.
E&T
JUNE 30, 2023
Digital innovation has accelerated significantly in the past few decades, with emerging technologies such as robotics, generative AI and intelligent automation creating new opportunities for driving efficiencies and innovation. The manufacturing industry has been one of the biggest beneficiaries of these technological advancements. Robotics-oriented production processes are most obvious in factories and manufacturing facilities.
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The $53 trillion manufacturing economy in the US is undergoing a major automation paradigm shift due to Artificial Intelligence (AI). Thanks to new practical frameworks, automation projects that were once impossible or inefficient to implement are now being fast-tracked, and robotics automation is becoming increasingly relevant to a growing number of users and scenarios.
Plastics News
JUNE 20, 2023
HS Inc. was founded in 1969 as a tool and die maker, specializing in injection mold design and manufacturing. But now changes in the tooling market prompted HS to focus solely on automation solutions.
Design World
JUNE 5, 2023
Anyone who’s visited Niagara Falls in the summer has surely watched the famed Maid of the Mist boats ply the waters of the Niagara Gorge. The ships, which appear tiny from above, seem to get perilously close to the thundering water from both the American and Canadian falls, crashing down roughly 200 feet. Now, the… The post ABB helps iconic Maid of the Mist boats go green appeared first on Design World.
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Gary Mintchell
JUNE 5, 2023
Trust seems to be a commodity in short supply these days—if we are to believe all the media we might be consuming. My personality type tends to trust most people upon first meeting allowing them time to prove themselves either worthy of trust or someone to avoid. Many people default to distrust allowing another to perhaps overcome the distrust—if ever they can.
SMMT
JUNE 29, 2023
UK car production output maintains momentum, growing 26.9% in May to 79,046 units. Volumes for domestic market surge 45.4% to 16,188 while exports rise 22.9% to 62,858. News comes as sector calls for industrial strategy to unlock £106 billion EV production prize. UK car production rose for the fourth consecutive month in May, up 26.9% year on year, according to the latest figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). 79,046 units left production lines, 16,762
E&T
JUNE 13, 2023
“Ours, it turns out, is a repeated history of migrations and mixing,” says Cosimo Posth, a junior professor of archaeo- and palaeogenetics at the University of Tübingen in Germany. “Much of what we thought we knew about human history – that populations lived for centuries mostly without mixing – was overturned thanks to modern-day genomics.” In March 2023, Posth and his colleagues analysed the largest ever ancient genetic data set (356 – including 116 from new-found remains in 14 countries) of p
Robotics Automation News
JUNE 14, 2023
Discover how intelligent automation in banking revolutionizes customer experience with personalized interactions and efficient service delivery. How can intelligent automation improve customer experience in banking? Read on for more. Slow banking experiences are all too common. The long wait times, convoluted processes, and cumbersome verification steps have left many customers frustrated and dissatisfied.
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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
Design World
JUNE 27, 2023
After a successful pilot in Prague, Brightpick’s AI-powered warehouse robots will automate order picking, consolidation, and dispatch for Rohlik Group, one of Europe’s largest e-grocers. The human hand is said to have 27 degrees of freedom — and as any robot designer will tell you, that’s not an easy thing to replicate cost-effectively. “Replacing the… The post Grocery fulfillment giant picks a bright future appeared first on Design World.
Automation World
JUNE 19, 2023
When advanced manufacturing projects are executed, existing employees gain new skills, take on higher value and more engaging work, and leave behind to automation the repeatable or mundane tasks they found disenchanting.
Gary Mintchell
JUNE 2, 2023
This news got buried in my queue. It is an early use of ChatGPT specifically for industrial applications. This came my way about six weeks ago. I don’t think I’ve seen it elsewhere, yet. It is interesting, although ChatGPT does come with drawbacks in that it doesn’t filter for truth or facts. The product from Retrocausal is called LeanGPT and the derivative product is Kaizen Copilot.
SMMT
JUNE 5, 2023
New car registrations rise 16.7% to deliver 10th consecutive month of growth as supply continues to improve. Market records longest uninterrupted period of growth since 2015 – but remains -21.0% down on 2019. Drivers continue switch to electric vehicles as BEV volumes grow 58.7% to take 16.9% market share. SEE CAR REGISTRATIONS BY BRAND DOWNLOAD PRESS RELEASE AND DATA TABLE The UK new car market has posted its longest uninterrupted period of expansion for eight years, as registrations grew 16.7%
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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.
E&T
JUNE 29, 2023
There can’t be many characters in fiction who couldn’t care less about inheriting a goldmine. But Maria Jaqueline Ribeiro da Silva, protagonist of ‘The Chemical Code’ (Point Blank, £9.99, ISBN 9780861542031) has more important things on her mind. So pressing that they scarcely fade into the background even while being attacked and drugged by three goons in an agrochemical plant in São Paulo, Brazil.
Plastics News
JUNE 27, 2023
LyondellBasell Industries is closing a materials plant in Akron, Ohio, in a move that will eliminate 64 jobs.
Design World
JUNE 9, 2023
OKW’s smart new MINI-DATA-BOX plastic enclosures for ‘go-anywhere’ miniaturized electronics are now available in customized versions. MINI-DATA-BOX is perfect for applications including IoT/IIoT, automation, security/surveillance, environmental monitoring, measurement and control, smart logistics, peripherals, interfaces, and ICT. OKW can now supply MINI-DATA-BOX fully customized.
Automation World
JUNE 20, 2023
The new direction announced last year by Siemens Digital Industries Software is already paying off for the company through record growth driven by growing adoption of its SaaS products and its integrated electromechanical and operations technologies.
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
Robotics Automation News
JUNE 11, 2023
It is no news that effective time management is equally important for both individuals and businesses. With the current culture of numerous tasks, deadlines, sprints, and distractions, time management is one of the most important and necessary skills that everyone should have.
SMMT
JUNE 5, 2023
New light commercial vehicle registrations reach 25,359 units in May, up 15.3% on last year in the fifth consecutive month of rising demand. Deliveries of new battery electric vans grow by a fifth (19.8%) to 1,041 units, as more businesses enjoy the benefits of the latest green tech. 135,296 vans now registered in 2023 thanks to easing supply chain disruptions and sustained demand for larger vehicles.
E&T
JUNE 1, 2023
European Union (EU) tech chief Margrethe Vestager and US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken have said the two political forces are close to publishing a set of recommendations for the ethical development of AI technologies. The politicians made the announcement on Wednesday (31 May), speaking at a meeting of the EU-US Trade and Technology Council. “We need accountable artificial intelligence," Vestager said.
Plastics News
JUNE 19, 2023
A new 25,000-square-foot facility will be equipped with seven new presses to manufacture control products, communication accessories for astronauts, first responders, military personnel and others.
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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
Design World
JUNE 15, 2023
AC motors are commonly paired with variable frequency drives (VFDs), which control motor speed by regulating the frequency of the supplied voltage. Depending on the application and level of. Motion Control Tips The post What is V/Hz control mode for AC drives? appeared first on Design World.
Automation World
JUNE 13, 2023
Corso Systems and 4IR Solutions share their experiences using ChatGPT to program various tasks with the Ignition platform.
The Fabricator
JUNE 17, 2023
Why do metal fabricators get edge cracking near a bend on metal parts? Hardness variation from a cut’s heat-affected zone might be to blame.
Robotics Automation News
JUNE 16, 2023
Cryptocurrency Gateway plays a vital role in enabling seamless digital transactions, providing a secure and efficient means of conducting financial exchanges using cryptocurrencies. In this article, we will explore the concept of a Cryptocurrency Gateway, its benefits, how it works, popular gateways in the market, considerations for choosing one, and the future of these gateways.
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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.
E&T
JUNE 22, 2023
The findings – based on an online survey of 4,005 UK adults from 26 May to 2 June and carried out by Public First on behalf of UK in a Changing Europe – show that only 18 per cent of Leave voters believe Brexit has gone “well” or “very well”. Thirty per cent believe it has “neither turned out well or badly”, while 29 per cent of original Leave supporters think Brexit has subsequently had a negative economic impact on the UK.
Gary Mintchell
JUNE 30, 2023
Thanks and a tip of the hat to my long-time sponsor, Inductive Automation. They just sent notice that the Ignition Community Conference (ICC) schedule is up plus Livestream passes are now available. This year it is a 3-day event from September 26-28 in Folsom, CA. I plan to be there to renew old acquaintances. If you’re there, stop me and say hi.
Design World
JUNE 13, 2023
Watlow introduces its new large and extra-large WATCONNECT control panels, which are suitable for large-scale applications and are designed to maximize reliability, accessibility, and safety. Uptime is critical for larger operations and having a system down for maintenance is costly, especially if there are multiple downstream applications affected.
Automation World
JUNE 8, 2023
The road to effective industrial safety should begin with a risk assessment before determining which safety devices to apply.
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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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