Design World

JULY 21, 2023

Essentium announced findings from independent research showcasing the positive impact of 3D printing on reducing carbon emissions. As companies grapple with supply chain challenges, a growing number are adopting sustainable manufacturing approaches, including recyclable materials, reduced energy consumption, and more. The research, commissioned by Essentium, reveals that 94% of manufacturers are actively engaged in initiatives to […] The post Does 3D printing reduce carbon footprint?

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The Fabricator

JULY 7, 2023

Fabricators are constantly assessing their production environment to retain competitiveness, but the addition of marketing technologies can drive significant growth and differentiation for your company.

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SMMT

JULY 5, 2023

New car registrations rise 25.8% to 177,266 units in 11th consecutive month of growth. BEV market grows 39.4% in June as industry calls for VAT cut on public charging to accelerate uptake. 949,720 new cars registered in first half of 2023 – up 18.4% year on year – as supply chain shortages ease. SEE CAR REGISTRATIONS BY BRAND DOWNLOAD PRESS RELEASE AND DATA TABLE The new car market grew 25.8% in June with 177,266 vehicles registered, according to the latest figures from the Society of Motor Manu

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Robotics Automation News

JULY 6, 2023

Blockchain technology is rapidly gaining acceptance in various industries. Its application in enterprise solutions has increased significantly over the past few years, as organizations look for more secure, transparent, and efficient ways to manage data and transactions.

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E&T

JULY 7, 2023

The government has been warned that the requirements of the new bill regulating the online world could lead to users losing access to Wikipedia. This is due to fears that the law could lead to "age-gating" the website, which currently does not require age verification. In order to avoid it, peers have suggested adding a regulatory exemption to the legislation that would cover sites which are considered low risk for harm and provide a public good.

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Plastics News

JULY 6, 2023

North American prices for polypropylene and PET bottle resin both declined in June, as demand continued to wobble.

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Modern Machine Shop

JULY 9, 2023

As the world continued to dig out from lingering Covid and supply chain issues last year, machine tool production fell some 10% and consumption some 9% across the top 50 industrialized countries in 2022. Specifically, overall machine tool consumption decreased from $87.3 billion in 2021 to $79.5 billion in 2022 while production decreased from $92.1 billion in 2021 to $82.6 billion in 2022.

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The Fabricator

JULY 6, 2023

Cleveland-area metal fabricator Tendon Manufacturing has evolved its hiring strategy by refining its Facebook help-wanted ad placements and making connections within the Ukrainian refugee community. The shop employs nearly 20 Ukrainian refugees with both manufacturing experience and an eagerness to learn.

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Robotics Automation News

JULY 8, 2023

Aeroporti di Roma Ventures (ADR Ventures), which is the new Corporate Venture Capital arm of Aeroporti di Roma, has made an “initial venture investment” with Ottonomy, a startup providing contactless deliveries using fully autonomous robots.

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E&T

JULY 7, 2023

If Beethoven, who died in the early 1800s, had gone deaf today, his experience would have been very different. That is thanks to the cochlear implant. Developed in the 1960s, it is the first ever bionic device created to restore a sensory organ and has now been fitted in over a million people. Although not perfect, almost every recipient will eventually understand speech, even in modest background noise.

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Speaker: Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions

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Metrology

JULY 5, 2023

Atlas Copco has acquired Extend3D GmbH, a company that develops and produces augmented reality worker guidance for industry customers, using laser and video projection. The post Atlas Copco Acquires German Augmented Reality Solutions Provider appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Design World

JULY 26, 2023

The 5G to 6G Transition The evolution of Fifth Generation (5G) communications networks from earlier cellular wireless systems is being realized worldwide. Mobile internet access with voice, video, and data communications is being provided by a combination of diversified terrestrial and satellite-communications (satcom) equipment. However, despite 5G’s generous bandwidth, it is being consumed quickly by… The post Mechanical considerations for 6G systems appeared first on Design World.

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Cisco Smart Manufacturing

JULY 20, 2023

It’s not news to any of us that we have a serious workforce gap in the tech world. Experts predict the global talent shortage to surpass 85 million by 2030, which translates to $8.

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The Fabricator

JULY 3, 2023

Welder-fabricator Josh Welton recently tested out Weiler Virtual World, a virtual reality (VR) abrasives training demo featuring cutting, grinding, and finishing simulation from Weiler Abrasives.

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Robotics Automation News

JULY 8, 2023

Think Surgical says its TMINI Miniature Robotic System has received 510(k) clearance from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Think Surgical chose R&D consultancy Sagentia Innovation, a market-leading advanced surgical robotics developer, to support key aspects of the TMINI system’s development.

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E&T

JULY 10, 2023

“Steve Austin. Astronaut. A man barely alive. Gentlemen, we can rebuild him. We have the technology. We have the capability to make the world’s first bionic man. Steve Austin will be that man. Better than he was before. Better, stronger, faster.” If you were a kid during the 1970s, ‘The Six Million Dollar Man’ was peak TV and, arguably, James Bond’s closest cultural competitor.

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Plastics News

JULY 13, 2023

There's a new set of economic indicators out this week prompting more attempts to forecast the outlook for U.S. businesses but the best advice may be to simply wait for more data.

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Design World

JULY 11, 2023

How can the earth feed nine or ten billion people? “Smart farming” is an important part of the answer to this existential question: Extremely high efficiency in food production through the targeted use of the latest technology, computer-supported and — where possible — fully automatic. Seeds are individually and precisely placed; fruits carefully picked by… The post The smart future of agriculture appeared first on Design World.

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Sit down with Karan Talati, CEO of First Resonance, to explore the significant contributors to waste in the manufacturing industry. Karan delves into two critical areas: material waste and data waste. He discusses how material waste impacts costs and efficiency, and the often-overlooked issue of data waste—where valuable data is not captured, leading to inefficiencies in managing inventory and operations.

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Cisco Smart Manufacturing

JULY 10, 2023

Today CRN announced the winners of their inaugural Inclusive Channel Leaders Awards to honor people who bring a particular focus on inclusivity to their channel leadership roles.

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Modern Machine Shop

JULY 30, 2023

Modern Machine Shop has announced the 2023 Top Shops Honorees. These honorees have been selected through formal review of benchmarking data collected in the annual Top Shops Survey and represent the highest caliber of machining facilities in the U.S. This year’s honorees are: Machining Technology Designatronics , Hicksville, NY Shopfloor Practices & Performance Pro Products Inc., Sturgeon Bay, WI Business Strategy & Performance Manda Machine , Dallas, TX Human Resources Northeast T

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Robotics Automation News

JULY 8, 2023

Ambi Robotics, the industry leader in AI-powered robotic parcel sorting systems, today introduces AmbiSort B-Series, a modular parcel induction and sorting solution that redefines speed, flexibility, and scalability in the shipping logistics market. This powerful solution empowers shippers and ecommerce companies to revolutionize their sorting operations while reducing operating costs.

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E&T

JULY 12, 2023

Matthew Moynihan is nothing if not a realist. He knows that the technology he champions suffers from what public relations people call reputational issues. And that’s because for several decades nuclear fusion has at best been saddled with the qualifying term ‘tomorrow’s’, while at worst, it’s a fringe distraction often written about in green ink and block capitals.

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Speaker: Shalini Dinesh

Effective cross-functional collaboration and communication heavily influence product launch success. Research shows that as many as 70% of product launches fail due to inadequate coordination among stakeholders, including supply chain, product management, legal, marketing, and change control teams (Gartner, 2022). The 2023 Supply Chain Insights Report highlights that 60% of supply chain disruptions are caused by poor communication and misalignment among cross-functional teams.

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The Fabricator

JULY 29, 2023

Custom metal fabrication is a business of adaptation. Schedules change as resources or material become unavailable. Change is a fact of life—and when and how that change is communicated really matters.

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Control.com

JULY 27, 2023

Transformerless UPS designs are taking place in various industries, particularly in aseptic manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and healthcare, where the reliability of power supply is critical.

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Cisco Smart Manufacturing

JULY 28, 2023

Hello everyone, and welcome back to my little corner of the Internet. I always take inspiration from what I’m currently working on in my day job when putting together an idea for a post and/or video.

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Modern Machine Shop

JULY 30, 2023

During a brief period in the mid-1960s, the Big Three automakers — locked in fierce competition — extended their engine and powertrain warranties to a then-unheard-of five years or 50,000 miles. It proved to be a reckless decision. Within just a few years, consumer claims on these warranties were so overwhelming and expensive that the automakers reverted to one-year warranties by the early 1970s.

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Foundation Wellness, an orthotic and foot care product leader, transformed its manufacturing by implementing the Manufacturing Execution System FORCE MES FLEX from FORCAM ENISCO. Previously hindered by manual data collection, the company needed more efficiency and a proactive approach. Adopting an MES enhanced data visibility and enabled data-driven decision-making.

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Robotics Automation News

JULY 4, 2023

Today, having a strong digital footprint is essential for every business. A well-designed website is very important as it helps attract and retain visitors and increases the credibility of your business. Building a website that not only looks appealing but also engages visitors can be a daunting task.

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E&T

JULY 5, 2023

The Jizai Arms system consists of a backpack-like base unit with sockets for up to six arms, and interchangeable hand modules depending on the task. The arms can be controlled by the user, or remotely. The team from the University of Tokyo says the system “has been designed to facilitate social interaction among multiple users”, who can even exchange arms.

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Canadian Manufacturing

JULY 26, 2023

Photo: GreenPower. SOUTH CHARLESTON — GreenPower Motor Company Inc., announced the appointment of Matheny Commercial EV as its dealer for commercial vehicle sales in West Virginia. “With more than a century of experience in truck sales and service, Matheny brings a level of knowledge and customer service to the GreenPower family of dealers that is second to none,” said Claus Tritt, GreenPower’s Vice President of Medium-Duty and Commercial Vehicle Sales. “Matheny marks the

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Control.com

JULY 31, 2023

What are these terms, PLC, PAC, RTU, DCS, SCADA? Why are they so important to industrial robotics and automation? Explore how each different piece functions to build a comprehensive automated system.

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