February, 2023

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Analytics Identify Energy Efficiency Issues

Automation World

Data analytics software can be applied to a variety of production operations. Identifying energy efficiency losses is one example of how the software can deliver fast results.

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Rugged full-metal inductive proximity sensors with IO-Link communications increase uptime

Design World

Carlo Gavazzi announces the launch of the new ICF Full-Metal Inductive Sensors. This new sensor family offers increased uptime due to their durable stainless-steel housing and intelligent monitoring capabilities. Applications in harsh environments such as agriculture, food & beverage, and machining will benefit from the ICF Full-Metal Inductive Sensors.

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Tech Trends to Follow in 2023

Robotics Automation News

It is without a doubt that we live in a society that depends so much on technology. Therefore, it is really important to be aware of all the current tech trends so that you could keep up to speed as well.

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Nasa-IBM collaboration will use AI to study climate change

E&T

Nasa and IBM have joined forces to promote a new application of artificial intelligence (AI) technology to Nasa Earth observation satellite data. The two organisations have revealed their plans to develop several applications to extract insights from Earth observations about the impact of climate change. In one of the projects, scientists will train an IBM geospatial intelligence foundation model on Nasa's Harmonized Landsat Sentinel-2 dataset, a record of land cover and land use changes captur

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How To Select the Right Software for Innovation Management

Finding the right innovation management software is like picking a racing bike—it's essential to consider your unique needs rather than just flashy features. This oversight can stall your innovation efforts. Download now to explore key considerations for success!

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UK car production stable in January as EV output charges ahead

SMMT

British car production stable in January, down -0.3% with just 215 fewer units made. Output for export declines -1.5% while volumes for UK market rise 5.6%. Electrified vehicle production charges ahead, up almost 50% to a total of 28,329 units. UK car production was stable in the first month of 2023, with output down just -0.3% to 68,575 units, according to the latest figures released today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).

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Armbrust American Acquires ‘Game-Changing’ Reusable Face Mask from Breathe99

Plastics Today

The manufacturer of US-made PPE has acquired the assets of Breathe99, which developed the elastomer-based face mask that can be washed and reused hundreds of times.

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What’s special about connectors in quantum computers?

Design World

Quantum computers are expected to solve some of the world’s most complex problems. Fabricating interconnects is one of the most complex problems when building quantum computers. Quantum computers need connectors that can withstand cryogenic temperatures, with non-magnetic construction, that operate at microwave frequencies with low losses to reduce heating and improve data transfer.

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Luwu Intelligence launches ‘world’s first’ Raspberry Pi robotic dog with arm

Robotics Automation News

Luwu, a STEM education technology company focused on the research and development of advanced robotics, has launched XGO 2, an advanced desktop-sized AI quadruped robot with an arm. This state-of-the-art robot brings a new level of intelligence and functionality to the world of robotics.

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Delays threaten net-zero goals

E&T

Developers looking to connect renewable energy projects to the electricity grid are facing delays of more than 15 years, threatening the UK’s net-zero ambitions, E&T has heard. As the country’s target to decarbonise the electricity grid by 2035 looms ever closer, developers, engineering firms and consultancies have spoken to E&T about the connection delays that they say are putting both the climate targets and energy security at risk In the last 18 months, the time it takes for developer

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9 strategies for preventing part collisions on the press brake

The Fabricator

Parts can collide with nearly every surface of the press brake. Having a plan and using the right tools can help prevent those collisions and make life easier in the brake department.

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The Secrets to Zero-Waste Manufacturing: A ex-SpaceX Start-up Case Study

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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Material Insights: February resin prices increase despite economic concerns

Plastics News

PVC and polystyrene resin prices have already settled for February, with increases for both materials. Feedstock prices and seasonal construction activity were factors, Frank Esposito explains. While the economy may be slowing, North American buyers may be restocking; there’s more on that in the video.

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Medical Cannabis Supplier Automates Labeling

Automation World

Using Epson robots and printing technology, SunMed Growers eliminated the waste and extra time associated with its manual labeling operations and positioned its processes for both batch and individual product serialization.

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ECM PCB Stator opens European offices to meet electric motor design demand 

Design World

U.S. electric motor design and software company ECM PCB Stator Technology has opened branches in the U.K. and Spain and named team member James McMullan as its Director of European Operations. As part of the expansion, ECM will continue to grow its Barcelona and London-based engineering and operations teams with strategic new hires. The European […] The post ECM PCB Stator opens European offices to meet electric motor design demand appeared first on Design World.

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New car market defies national trend to deliver green growth

SMMT

New car market records sixth consecutive month of growth with January registrations rising 14.7% as 131,994 new cars reach the road. Plug-in vehicles continue growth but chargepoint rollout fails to keep pace, challenging consumer confidence. Latest outlook anticipates 11.1% market uplift in 2023 to reach 1.79m units despite straitened economy and strained supply chains.

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How To Align Product Management And Supply Chain Operations For Successful Product Launches

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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Ad Blockers Could Be Helpful for Your Privacy

Robotics Automation News

Whether you’re using a mobile device, a computer, or a tablet, ad blockers can help you save time, protect your personal information, and eliminate annoying ads. Among the many benefits, these tools can also help your computer speed up, block intrusive and repetitive ads, and disrupt first-party infrastructure.

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Sheet metal nesting strategies and leveraging data for the job shop

The Fabricator

Columnist Caleb Chamberlain discusses lessons learned in sheet metal nesting and inventory management, and how high-product-mix job shops can better use data.

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“Build your automation game plan” webinar airs on March 29!

Automation Mag

Join Manufacturing AUTOMATION for the FREE webinar “ Build your automation game plan: Tools to prioritize winning robot projects.” Sponsored by Universal Robots, the webinar airs live on March 29 from 2 pm ET. REGISTER NOW Automation technologies have progressed to the point where the majority of manufacturing businesses have multiple processes that are ready for robotic automation.

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Simulation Helps Solve Supply Chain Problems

Automation World

As supply chains become increasingly perceived as strategic tools for business performance and growth, simulation technologies can help govern logistical calculations among entities and help those entities adjust to changing circumstances.

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A Journey to Efficiency & Excellence in Manufacturing

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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Hannover Fair preview: Lenze’s Nupano bridges IT and OT worlds

Design World

Mechanical and plant engineering is an important industry, many well-paid jobs depend on it in Europe. To be competitive in the long term, it needs knowledge of production processes, physics and digital tools for new business models. European machines sell all over the world. However, margins are low and often one-off. Mechanical engineering needs new,… The post Hannover Fair preview: Lenze’s Nupano bridges IT and OT worlds appeared first on Design World.

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New van market starts growth year with January boost

SMMT

UK new light commercial vehicle (LCV) registrations rise 25.8% in January, the first month of growth since September 2022. Battery electric van (BEV) deliveries up 53.5%, with the opportunity for a net zero rebuild in 2023. LCV market set to grow by 13.9% this year but action is needed to deliver a van-suitable charging network while incentives are maintained.

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Kuka releases ‘one of the strongest and fastest delta robots on the market’

Robotics Automation News

Kuka has released a new delta robot, the KR 3 D1200, which is specially designed for pick-and-place of foodstuffs, among other applications, and carries up to 6 kg at high speed.

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Staying safe with hand-held laser welding in the metal fabrication shop

The Fabricator

Hand-held laser welding has produced some eyebrow-raising results. But in the quest for productivity, metal fabrication shops can’t forget about safety using the advanced technology.

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Enhance Customer Value: Unleash Your Data’s Potential

The complexity of financial data, the need for real-time insight, and the demand for user-friendly visualizations can seem daunting when it comes to analytics - but there is an easier way. With Logi Symphony, we aim to turn these challenges into opportunities. Our platform empowers you to seamlessly integrate advanced data analytics, generative AI, data visualization, and pixel-perfect reporting into your applications, transforming raw data into actionable insights.

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How Digital Twins Could Protect Manufacturers From Cyberattacks

NIST Manufacturing

Detailed virtual copies of physical objects are opening doors for better products across automotive, health care, aerospace and other industries.

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Industrial Metaverse Development Accelerates

Automation World

Aveva positions the industrial metaverse as a clear goal of its technology development as more players become active in the space.

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RBTX robotics marketplace now available in 18 countries

Design World

igus, a manufacturer of motion plastics, is expanding its broad range of low-cost automation solutions, reflecting the company’s determination to lower the barriers to entering the automation age. The robotics marketplace helps interested parties find the right automation solution for their individual application as easily, quickly, and cost-effectively as possible.

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Thousands of new EV chargepoints to be installed across England

E&T

UK drivers will benefit from an additional £56m in public and industry funding for increasing electric vehicle (EV) charging points across the country. A total of 2,400 new chargepoints will be installed in locations such as Cumbria, Norfolk, Oxfordshire and West Sussex, the DfT has announced, as part of the 'Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure' (LEVI) pilot scheme.

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5 Ways CMMS Software Transformed Broderick's Manufacturing Plant: A Case Study

Discover how CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) transformed and revitalized Broderick's manufacturing plant in 5 productive ways. Before the CMMS, the plant faced challenges such as reactive maintenance due to staff shortages, inefficient inventory management, and poor team communication. With the CMMS, the plant experienced increased equipment uptime, streamlined maintenance processes, enhanced inventory management, improved communication, and better decision-making through real-

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Five Reasons Home Solar is a No-Brainer

Robotics Automation News

Currently, home solar panels have become very popular worldwide. Renewable energy seems to be the best solution for all those who have concerns about unpredictable fluctuations in the natural gas market, rising prices, and a possible crisis. Solar panels can provide a private home with at least partial independence from fluctuations in the energy market.

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Mergers and acquisitions in fabrication: Making better together a reality

The Fabricator

White Rock Manufacturing Solutions has experienced dramatic growth, acquiring five companies in five years. Part of that success might have to do with how employees communicate and collaborate. Top-down, my-way-or-the-highway management isn't the metal fabricator's style.

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Turning IoT headwinds into tailwinds

Control Engineering

Today, the industrial internet covers multiple verticals from manufacturing (whose products are placed into every vertical) to retail (which is normally considered to be merely point-of-sale, but can be connected to global supply chains, changing the business requirements significantly). It is deep in that multiple layers—from control of actuators through connectivity via gateways to big data and artificial intelligence (AI) to the business application—are needed.

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The Hidden Benefits of Manageable Switches in OT Networks

Automation World

Why upgrading to modern, scalable, and manageable infrastructure should be considered as part of any smart manufacturing initiative.

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How to Master Product Portfolio Management

Pursuing product portfolio management excellence empowers organizations to unlock the full potential of their offerings. This comprehensive guide unveils 10 essential keys that serve as the building blocks for success.