January, 2021

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Feedly is hiring a VP Marketing

Canadian Metalworking Magazine

We are looking for a VP Marketing with a proven track record of driving growth in an early stage B2B SaaS environment. You will be responsible for developing and executing the Feedly marketing strategy. It is a unique opportunity to significantly impact the growth trajectory of an exciting startup that is transforming how 15M+ curious minds research and consume information.

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Examining the Manufacturing Talent Crisis: Women in the Workforce

Manufacturers Alliance

Most manufacturing companies have taken roles that allow for greater flexibility to work remotely over this past year. Codifying and continuing these options could help companies retain and attract female talent during the crisis and post-pandemic.

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Iptor and HARMAN expand strategic partnership

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

Iptor, provider of enterprise resource planning, supply chain management, planning and logistics software and services, has expanded its strategic partnership with HARMAN, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. focused on connected technologies for automotive, consumer and enterprise markets.

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Cobots in the Classroom: How the UR Academy Upskills Students and Industry Professionals

Universal Robots

“The quality of a Universal Robot is a given, it’s how you use the collaborative robot arm that determines whether you’re successful or not.” In this blog, we speak with Mikkel Vahl, Global Head of Training and Education at Universal Robots, about the critical role of the UR Academy in deploying cobots.

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Speeding Robotics Automation with AI

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.

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Manufacturing Technological Maturity

Martin Davis

How are the province’s manufacturers doing in their drive towards Industry 4.0? Herb Emery and Martin Davis take a look at the data describing the maturity of our province’s manufacturers and a discussion about what those data suggest are the opportunities for improving their competitiveness. The data come from a survey instrument built from Martin … Continue reading Manufacturing Technological Maturity.

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Engineering Materials | An Overview On Metal Part Finishes

Donlouco

Most parts will require some form of finish to protect them from the environment or to improve the appearance or performance of the part in service. The type of finish best suited to the part depends on what the part is made from. The most common finishes for parts and components include plating, galvanising, painting, and dipping. Here is a brief rundown on the general types of finishes applied to engineered parts and components used across a wide range of industries.

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What Is Scientific Maintenance? Part 1

Mold Making Technology

These various traditional types of work order forms all collect critical data the same way—through journal type entries. Photo Credit: MoldTrax LLC Scientific means using data to form ideas, and to develop and support theories and facts. It is not an adjective that one typically associates with mold maintenance because the accurate and standard language for defects, probable causes, corrective and preventative actions, tooling replaced and more, is seldom used in repair shops.

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Bakery supply chain equipment recoveries up 54% in second half of 2020

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

Bakers Basco, the industry-wide bakery equipment solution set up by five of the UK’s largest plant bakers for transporting bread and morning goods, has reported a 54% increase in the number of Omega bread baskets recovered between the first half of 2020 compared to the second half of the year, according to latest figures.

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Applications of Sheet Metal Fabrication

Ionthis

Applications of Sheet Metal Fabrication. Ionthis Inc. Home. Applications of Sheet Metal Fabrication. Since the sheet metal fabrication industry is projected to reach $4.4 billion by the end of 2026, it’s clear that this process has new applications that are being discovered each day. Suppose you are considering custom fabricated sheet metal. In that case, you are likely wondering what some of the most significant applications are so that you can see whether or not sheet metal fabrication o

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The Manufacturing Edge: Five Strategies to Outpace the Competition

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

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How Cobots Address Key Challenges in Automotive Production

Universal Robots

The automotive industry was one of the earliest adopters of traditional industrial robots and one of the earliest widespread adopters of cobots. Today, automation penetrates almost every aspect of auto production.

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CCG ACE CERTIFICATION : A CERTIFICATION YOU NEED

CadCam Guru

CADCAMGURU is an institute which was established more than 20 years ago.It is a trusted brand in employment-oriented training. CCG ACE certificate is evidence that you have completed the course with satisfactory attendance, you were regular at-home assignments and your performance during the exams was acceptable. The course begins with Automation Introduction and Basics so that your foundation will become strong in sectors like electrical, electronics and sensors etc…This is necessary to underst

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TechTalks: Your Industry 4.0 Primer

Martin Davis

We are in the midst of the fourth Industrial Revolution, advancing from manual manufacturing through to automation and onward into autonomous operations. If talking about Industry 4.0, AI, robotics and the Internet of Things makes you nervous, don’t worry. Martin Davis, my guest on Episode 8 of the TechTalks podcast, is here to demystify it … Continue reading TechTalks: Your Industry 4.0 Primer.

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How to Improve Your Current Efficiency Rate

Mold Making Technology

Small mold inserts punched out of wire block. Images courtesy of Ernie Green Industries. We live in unprecedented times, where as leaders, we need to find creative ways to maintain profitability and stability for our companies. Because of the current market conditions, capital spending has been reduced, and adding additional staff can be risky for both the company and the new staff member.

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Are You Over-Complicating Your Linear Motion or Leaving It Out Altogether?

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.

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Wetter.com and Tesisquare collaborate for weather-driven supply chain efficiency

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

The collaboration between wetter.com and Tesisquare offers B2X supply chain digital solutions with weather data, expertise and forecasting algorithms.

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Recognized for Doing Right: Evolving ESG at Cabot

Manufacturers Alliance

MAPI was fortunate to “sit down” with Gordon Reynolds, global environmental affairs director at Cabot, to learn from his perspective as a leading practitioner who brings 40 years of relevant experience in environment and sustainability to his role at the Boston-based global manufacturer of specialty chemicals.

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2021 will be about maximising the e-commerce experience

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

Warehouse management technology provider, SnapFulfil, is forecasting a new fulfilment year where companies still focused on retail locations and outlets will have to be nimble enough to grow e-commerce operations if they are to survive.

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Creating Supply Chain Flexibility for Fast and Efficient Covid-19 Vaccine Distribution

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

By Alain Breillatt, Vice President, Product Marketing at Logistyx Technologies. The rapid and safe delivery of billions of doses of various Covid-19 vaccines worldwide is possibly the biggest challenge that the logistics industry will face.

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How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control

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

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Act small, think big: the rise of convenience stores

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

By Alex MacPherson, Director of Solution Consulting & Account Management, Manhattan Associates. The trend of ‘shopping local’ has risen steadily over the last few years, due in part to the increase in the number of convenience stores in various locations across the UK.

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Act small, think big: the rise of convenience stores

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

The trend of ‘shopping local’ has risen steadily over the last few years, due in part to the increase in the number of convenience stores in various locations across the UK. In England specifically, there is one convenience store for every 1,455 people, with plans for new stores continuously emerging. The Co-op, for example, is planning to open 50 more stores and extend other branches to meet the changing shopping habits of its customers.

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What does the future hold for retailers?

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

Shopping habits are changing, and retailers are doing an exceptional job at keeping up and adjusting their business models with the help of technology to meet these ever-changing shifts. With many high streets still struggling but the desire to shop local remaining strong, retailers are looking at a very different future than they would have imagined this time last year.

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Why Engineers need PLC training?

CadCam Guru

1. PLC is better than Microcontroller. Fresh engineers passed out from college do not have hands-on experience of programming and wiring etc of PLC. Some of them have used Arduino based microcontroller kits for a final year project. However in the real world PLC must be used as it gives large IO handling capacity, Better Noise immunity and easiness in doing scaling for analogue inputs. 2.

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Build & Own Scale-Ready Industrial IoT Solution on Flex83 Middleware

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

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Automation Opportunities in IT industry

CadCam Guru

Automation: The Future. Science fiction of the past is today’s reality. In the manufacturing sector, wonders are happening due to machines. Industrial automation market is growing day by day. Key Functional Benefits of Automation. IT companies have understood the importance of Industrial Automation and have entered this sector. Infosys, Cognizant, Wipro, TCS, HCL are software giants and they have started using IoT (Internet of Things) with Automation.

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Is Automation Career For You?

CadCam Guru

Do you have these qualities? Do Machines attract you? Do you have a curiosity about their internal parts and their applications? Do you want to work with your hands as well as with your brain? Are you interested in the idea of exploring new or advanced technology? Do you like the challenge of solving problems? Do you work happily as part of a team? If these descriptions fit you, then you are fit to work as an automation professional.

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PLC Troubleshooting

CadCam Guru

Experience of engineer plays a major role in PLC troubleshooting. 1. Keep Spare parts ready : In general, keep 10% spare parts ready for the number of that part used. So that if a part malfunctions, you need not search for a replacement at the eleventh hour. 2. About Fuse : If you replace the fuse and if it blows again then, the problem may be that the module’s output current limit is being exceeded or the output device is shorted. 3.

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Brexit red tape is creating a sticky mess at borders, says ParcelHero

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

Brexit bureaucracy is now creating delays and pushing up costs, says international delivery expert ParcelHero. It says up to 20% of parcels and trucks are being stopped at some borders.

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6 Common Production Scheduling Mistakes Manufacturers Make

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.

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IT innovation; you’re only scratching the surface

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

By Rafael Funes, creator and executive chairman, LOVIS. The Covid-19 pandemic has been a catalyst for change. We’ve had to become more resourceful, innovative and adaptive and going forward, only businesses with foresight and an ability to respond quickly to evolving situations will thrive.

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Reimagined supply chains emerge from global crisis as enterprises focus on data insights to mitigate risk

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

New research from Orange Business Services found that the supply chains in 40% of multinational corporations were unable to cope with the crisis created by the pandemic. The survey of 320 enterprises, focusing on the manufacturing, transport and logistics sectors, revealed that the global crisis has dramatically changed attitudes to risk.

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New MERICS China Forecast Survey: Stability and self-reliance in China, entrenched competition with the US and a mixed bag for EU-China relations

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

How will Chinese domestic politics evolve in the year of the Chinese Communist Party’s (CCP) 100th anniversary? Which issues are keeping Beijing up at night, and which new trends will define Sino-European relations going forward? To shed some light on these issues, MERICS conducted a survey of some 170 European China experts and roughly 1,000 members of the wider international public in December and early January.

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