Automation World
JULY 12, 2022
Advances in additive manufacturing are moving the technology in the direction of making production-ready parts. But before investing in 3D printing, take some time to understand the different types of equipment and materials.
Cisco Industrial Automation
JULY 21, 2022
Authored By Han Law. Uncertain global environments around trade and other geo-political events have made agile supply chains the difference between a firm’s success, survival, or failure. However, traditional risk management practices have not been very effective. This is because of poor visibility, high data latency, and the unstructured nature of data present in many of today’s distributed supply chain networks.
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Design World
JULY 26, 2022
In our latest Technology Tuesday’s podcast, Design World’s Michelle Froese speaks with David Church, president of Sorbothane, about innovative shock and vibration solutions. Sorbothane has been developing materials and components that isolate vibration, attenuate shock, and damp unwanted noise for 40 years. In fact, the company is celebrating four decades in business this year!
Chris Hohmann
JULY 18, 2022
Going to see buy oneself, at the Gemba, is a Lean commandement well received (understood?) by all those who went through a Lean initiation. Now laymen and beginners may ask: where exactly is Gemba? First let’s clarify the meaning of the word Gemba. For this I’ll quote an old acquaintance of mine, Michel Baudin who … Continue reading Where exactly is Gemba?
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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.
Gary Mintchell
JULY 26, 2022
What if the time has come to rethink all these specific silos and strategies that we build software solutions around? Folk/rock group The Byrds popularized a Pete Seeger tune in the 1960s, “To everything (turn, turn, turn) there is a season (turn, turn, turn) and a time for every purpose under heaven.”. The time has come to rethink all the departmental silos manufacturing executives constructed over the years with vendors targeting their applications to fit.
Robotics Automation News
JULY 21, 2022
Does the name Audrey Hepburn ring a bell? Way back in 1952, it was the first computer speech recognition tool. Even though the technology was groundbreaking, the software could understand only digits. Since then, transcription software has come a long way. Today, transcription tools use immersive technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) to convert speech to […].
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Cisco Industrial Automation
JULY 21, 2022
If this topic piqued your interest, you’re probably impacted by or at least curious about duplicate IP Addresses in your industrial network. You are not alone. It can be a little bewildering. There doesn’t seem to be any reason in this day and age to have duplicate IP Addresses, let alone do it on purpose. Let’s unravel the mystery. Companies that build sophisticated machines have made the transition to Internet Protocol as the communication protocol within their machines.
Design World
JULY 21, 2022
168 Manufacturing, a brand of Precision Tool Technologies that designs and develops CNC machine shop automation technologies, announces partnerships with six new North American distributors for its FullShopTM Automated Coolant Management Systems. These distributors, which will bring 168 Manufacturing’s flagship FS120 series and newer FS40 series of automatic coolant delivery systems to end users across the U.S. and Canada, are: -Tool Technology Distributors — U.S.
Chris Hohmann
JULY 31, 2022
Since awareness about Lean has spread, it seems that Lean experts are plentiful. However, when paying closer attention to those ‘experts’, they can broken down into 3 main categories, according to my opinion: Lean speakers, Lean tool users and Lean Thinkers Lean speakers Lean speakers use a lot of Lean jargon and Japanese words they … Continue reading Lean speakers, Lean tool users and Lean Thinkers.
Robotics Business Review
JULY 30, 2022
What is the state of the robotics and automation sector at 2022's midpoint? ABI Research’s Lian Jye Su has a few thoughts, five in fact. The post 5 Trends Dominating the Robotics Sector appeared first on Robotics Business Review.
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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
Plastics News
JULY 21, 2022
Extruders have been in high gear since the pandemic and now they are bracing for more orders for drinking water and wastewater projects.
Automation World
JULY 27, 2022
How the German city of Oberzent connects decentralized measurement points using LoRaWAN and Endress+Hauser’s Netilion IIoT technologies.
Robotics Automation News
JULY 27, 2022
Rapid Robotics says it has developed a robot with the “fastest setup time in the industry”. The Rapid Machine Operator (RMO) from Rapid Robotics is “the first industrial robot that can get up and running in a matter of hours”, according to the company. It’s also the first manufacturing robot that can move between jobs […].
Design World
JULY 29, 2022
PBC Linear, a Pacific Bearing Company and a global leader in linear motion solutions, has expanded its comprehensive portfolio to include Miniature Metric Ball Screw Assemblies. Building on the success of their lead screw technology, this combination of precision-rolled screw and compact nut is driving exceptional performance from an economical package.
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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.
The Fabricator
JULY 15, 2022
When people just do what they’re told and are cut out of the decision-making process, shop culture at any manufacturing company suffers. Good leadership and culture can’t exist in an environment that doesn’t protect employees.
Robotics Business Review
JULY 8, 2022
In Episode 81 of The Robot Report Podcast, Steve Crowe and Mike Oitzman are joined by Jeremiah Robison, CEO of CIONIC, a developer of bionic clothing that enables the body to move with more freedom and control. The post CIONIC CEO Jeremiah Robison Discusses Bionic Clothing That Augments Human Movement appeared first on Robotics Business Review.
Plastics News
JULY 27, 2022
The move away from green PET for Sprite and other brands is part of a larger overall push to increase recycled content for the company's beverage containers.
Automation World
JULY 25, 2022
Sani-Matic worked with Rockwell Automation and PTC to develop a SaaS offering that replaces largely manual, paper-based data collection processes.
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
JULY 28, 2022
An Italian scientist has invented a robotic end effector that could bring the goal of robots having human-like hands one step closer. Corrado De Pascali and his colleagues on the Italian Institute of Technology have unveiled an end effector which uses tiny, 8-gram actuators to power many different joints in the complex component. According to […].
Design World
JULY 22, 2022
Square wheels–or more precisely, those with a sinusoidal circumference–have several advantages over conventional round wheels. So say the inventors of what is probably the world’s only square-shaped commercial wheels. Shark Wheels for skateboards. Devised by the start-up firm called Shark Wheel in Orange County, Calif., the wheels already are used on skateboards.
The Fabricator
JULY 26, 2022
High school and college students from across the country competed in three welding categories at this summer’s SkillsUSA Championships in Atlanta. Here are the results.
Robotics Business Review
JULY 24, 2022
Manufacturers must continue to automate to remain competitive, but the introduction of robotics systems will impact their facilities and human workers. The results of a recent survey by Veo Robotics of 500 manufacturers the US, UK, and Japan provides insights into the optimal path forward when introducing robotics systems, and challenges conventional thinking.
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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
Gary Mintchell
JULY 29, 2022
Bringing in a new generation of leadership to an organization when you’ve groomed people with potential to realize that potential brings rejuvenation and excitement. The leadership at Inductive Automation is transitioning to the next generation. I met Steve Hechtman in probably 2003 or 2004 at a trade show. A quiet software guy he told me he had started a new company with many new ways of approaching the HMI/SCADA market.
Automation World
JULY 18, 2022
Why Industry 4.0 success requires visibility into all connected points on an industrial network, as well as threat detection and displays of the network’s health and integrity.
Robotics Automation News
JULY 27, 2022
Multiverse Computing, a quantum computing solutions provider, is collaborating in a research project with the Bosch Automotive Electronics plant in Madrid to leverage the power of quantum computing in the virtual replica or “digital twin” of a factory. Multiverse is implementing quantum-based optimization algorithms at Bosch, delivering cutting-edge electronics components to several original equipment manufacturers […].
Design World
JULY 19, 2022
Developed with machine tool performance in mind, EVO 1 is a new approach to driving machine tool axes. The EVO 1 mechanical gearing system approaches the performance of a linear motor at the lower price of a rack and pinion linear axis. Features include high stiffness, zero backlash, and an ultra-minimal transmission error. This new design provides vibration-free motion and an optimum surface finish for the machined part.
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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.
The Fabricator
JULY 20, 2022
Maysteel Industries manages its growth through three related diversification strategies: diversity in geometry, in customers, and in careers.
Plastics Today
JULY 15, 2022
Interdisciplinary research team seeks to develop thermoformable thermoplastic composites using renewable bast fibers as reinforcement.
Gary Mintchell
JULY 27, 2022
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) announced advances to its GreenLake flagship Software-as-a-Service platform at its Discover 2022 user conference. Below are the update summaries: Unified experience across edge to cloud Deepens security Extends developer tools Strengthens capabilities to run workloads at scale Transformed and modern private cloud experience with automated, flexible, scalable pay-as-you-go private cloud for traditional and cloud-native workloads Eight new cloud services including
Automation World
JULY 29, 2022
FDA takes closer look at food safety in e-commerce models; Alitheon’s optical AI combats counterfeiting.
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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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