September, 2019

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UK businesses fear for Christmas supplies as Brexit disruption hits

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

Fourteen percent of UK businesses believe it will be difficult to break even this Christmas as a result of currency instability and Brexit uncertainty, according to a survey of supply chain managers by the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS).

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Leo understands funding events, product launches, and partnership announcements

Canadian Metalworking Magazine

Easily track key business events like funding events, product launches, or partnerships. Industries are changing at a faster pace than ever. Keeping up with new threats and opportunities can be overwhelming and time-consuming. Today, we’re excited to announce a new Leo skill that lets you easily track key business events like funding events, product launches, or partnerships.

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Inventor of the Robot Arm and Its Continued Development

Universal Robots

Who invented the first robot in the world? The word “robot” was popularized by a Czech playwright in a hit 1920s play. The origin of the word robot came from an old Slavic word, rabota, that referred to forced labor or servitude. While the play was popular, it took more than 30 years for the first true robot invention in 1954.

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Empower Your Employees to Be Prepared, Not Scared

Manufacturers Alliance

For employers, it becomes part of their duty of care to ensure their employees’ safety. To do that, it’s imperative for employers to empower their employees to learn situational awareness to then act, rather than simply asking employees to memorize an internal manual and emergency procedures.

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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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How To Make Your Supply Chain More Efficient

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

by James Daniels, freelance writer. There are multiple benefits to creating a more efficient supply chain in your business, you’ll be able to cut unnecessary costs from your spending and respond more quickly to market changes, supply irregularities and fluctuating demand.

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itim hires Mike Smee to support growth in its order management solutions

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

UK retail software vendor, itim, which supplies point-of-sale, order management, merchandising and supply chain solutions to retailers including The Entertainer, Debenhams and Sainsburys, has appointed Mike Smee as new Client Director to assist with the continuing growth of the company’s market-leading order management solutions.

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Five Ways Cobots Enable Manufacturers to Unlock More Value

Universal Robots

Navigating today’s manufacturing landscape has never been more challenging. Organizations are experiencing significant labor shortages as baby boomers age into retirement and exit the workforce. In fact, Deloitte predicts that a skills gap may leave an estimated 2.4 million positions unfilled between 2018 and 2028 in the U.S.

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How e-Series Breaks Down Automation Barriers – One UR+ Handshake at a Time

Universal Robots

In our modern interconnected world, no technology lives in a vacuum. This holds true for the cars we drive, the phones that we use, and the robots that power our factories. By opening products up to the power of the masses, companies realize the potential in their products that they themselves never could have dreamed of.

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Robot Grippers Explained

Universal Robots

Human hands are prone to error, especially when assigned to repetitive tasks. Robot grippers don't get tired even when assigned tasks 24/7.

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What does AI really mean for retailers?

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

What does AI really mean for retailers? Artificial Intelligence (AI) has undoubtedly become one of the biggest buzzwords of 2019 and its use within retail is only set to grow, not just for large market-leading retailers, but for retailers of all shapes and sizes across many sectors.

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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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Richard Agostinelli is appointed CEO of ByBox

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

ByBox, specialists in smart locker technology and field service solutions, has announced that Richard Agostinelli is to succeed Stuart Miller as chief executive officer (CEO) at ByBox with immediate effect.

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How To Make Your Supply Chain More Efficient

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

by James Daniels, freelance writer. There are multiple benefits to creating a more efficient supply chain in your business, you’ll be able to cut unnecessary costs from your spending and respond more quickly to market changes, supply irregularities and fluctuating demand.

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Latest Red Ledge supply chain automation systems on show at IMHX 2019

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

Software application and engineering specialist Red Ledge is joining forces at IMHX 2019 with the company’s new majority shareholder Böwe Systec to launch the latest range of Red Ledge manufacturing and logistics (M&L) automation systems.

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Haribo’s sweet supply chain success

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

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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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Benore Logistic Systems achieves tenfold performance increase and 100 percent uptime with SvSAN

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

StorMagic, simplifying storage at the edge, announced that Benore Logistic Systems, Inc., a Michigan-based supply-chain solutions company, has replaced its legacy standalone SAN with StorMagic SvSAN to improve performance and add redundancy. With SvSAN, Benore Logistic has maintained 100 percent uptime and realised a tenfold system performance increase compared to its previous solution.