Automation World
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Rockwell Automation's Blake Moret and Nvidia's Rev Lebaredian explore how combining simulation and domain expertise is making technology easier to work with.
Gary Mintchell
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Rethink Robotics , founded by Rodney Brooks of iRobot fame in 2008, pioneered the concept of robots working collaboratively with humans. Here are a few previous posts. First post about Rethink Robotics 2015 Employees hired by Universal Robots 2018 Rethink Re-emerges New Products at IMTS –Side note: Reacher and Riser are not as cool as the original Sawyer and Baxter, but interesting that they came back.
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Manufacturer's Monthly
DECEMBER 8, 2024
Image: Combilift Moving long loads through narrow aisles poses real challenges for warehouse operations. Combilifts equipment helps businesses handle these tasks safely and efficiently. In warehousing and logistics, space isnt just a physical dimension its a critical asset that impacts efficiency, safety, and the bottom line. The challenge of handling long loads in narrow aisles is a common headache for many businesses.
Chris Hohmann
DECEMBER 13, 2024
Usually, being right too soon has detrimental effects. That is if others, your colleagues, your peers or supervisors aren’t ready to consider the possibility youre promoting. In my case, being right too soon about the Goal Tree went well for me, despite others not being ready to follow.
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Robots are a cornerstone of a smart factory, automating a wide range of manufacturing tasks that are monotonous, physically straining, or even hazardous. However, real-world robotics deployments have not lived up to the revolutionary potential the industrial sector had originally envisioned. Robot implementations are typically confined to specific applications, carry high costs, and are time-consuming.
Design World
DECEMBER 13, 2024
Norstat now offers the SR E and SR E4C, safety interfaces for E-Stop buttons and safety switches. The ReeR SR E and SR E4C are safety interfaces for E-Stop buttons and safety switches that are equipped with selectable automatic or manual start/restart command. They utilize either screw terminal blocks or clamp terminal blocks and have… The post Norstat announces SR E, SR E4C for E-Stop buttons, safety switches appeared first on Design World.
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MRPEasy
DECEMBER 10, 2024
Job costing is a tried and tested cost accounting method useful for many companies. In this article, we look at the components of job costing, where to use it, and talk about the importance of accurate costing. What is job costing? Job costing, or job order costing, is a production accounting method that tracks the […] The post What Is Job Costing and How to Get It Right?
Dinesh Mishra
DECEMBER 7, 2024
The 5th Edition of the Samurai Awards and Conference, held from November 7 to 15, 2024, successfully showcased India’s manufacturing prowess, bringing together visionaries, innovators, and policymakers. Hosted at the majestic Taj Miramar in Goa, complemented by virtual sessions, the event witnessed participation from over 2,000 delegates globally, both physical and digital, and reached a phenomenal 2 million-plus audience through online channels.
E&T
DECEMBER 11, 2024
Smart TVs made by the likes of Samsung and LG routinely screenshot the contents on display and send the data back to the manufacturers in order to create detailed profiles of their customers, researchers have found.
Design World
DECEMBER 10, 2024
Festo introduces Controlled Pneumatics, a digital closed-loop control strategy for delivering energy efficiency, high dynamic response, and precision movement. Controlled Pneumatics is an ideal solution for web tensioning; welding; surface processing; flexible gripping, including vacuum gripping; dispensing and pumping; PET bottle blowing; and diaphragm pump control.
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The golden age of offshoring is over, and simply bringing production home isn’t enough. This eBook breaks down why smart factories are the essential path to successful onshoring in a volatile global economy. You'll explore a shift from nostalgia to reinvention: how digital-first systems, real-time feedback loops, and empowered frontline teams make onshore production faster, more adaptive, and more resilient.
Gary Mintchell
DECEMBER 11, 2024
Ah, AI. Its everywhere. Often the wrong questions are asked and answered in general and tech media. The real question is what problem will it solveand how well. This news comes from Copia Automation who attempts to solve the problem of how controls engineers write, manage, and document industrial code. As the first step in Copias vision of integrating AI into industrial automation, Copia Copilot enhances productivity, efficiency, and quality by automating routine coding tasks, simplifying comple
Manufacturer's Monthly
DECEMBER 8, 2024
Wilson Transformer Companys 167-tonne 375/400 MVA 300/21kV Power Transformer. Images: Wilson Transformer Company In the pre-dawn darkness of a September morning, an industrial colossus began its odyssey across Australias eastern seaboard. A 168-tonne superload transformer weighing embarked on a preciously coordinated 2500-kilometre journey. This wasnt merely moving machinery; it was a carefully orchestrated symphony of logistics that had been two years in themaking.
Automation World
DECEMBER 11, 2024
Siemens generative AI technology is being used by thyssenkrupp Automation Engineering to develop PLC code and generate data visualizations in equipment HMIs.
Design World
DECEMBER 11, 2024
By significantly expanding data interoperability between their offerings, Siemens and Eplan will improve the efficiency of customers’ engineering and production processes in machine and line building. The automated interaction between Siemens Teamcenter X software, TIA Portal, Eplan Electric P8, and Eplan Pro Panel makes engineering information available right in Eplan and vice versa.
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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.
Robotics Business Review
DECEMBER 10, 2024
At the height of its success, Cruise was running robotaxi services in San Francisco, Austin, Houston, and Phoenix. | Source: Cruise General Motors Co. today announced that it will no longer fund Cruise LLC’s robotaxi deployment work. It cited long development times, high costs, and an increasingly competitive robotaxi market as the reasons behind its decision.
Manufacturer's Monthly
DECEMBER 11, 2024
Image: Piyawat/stock.adobe.com Minister for Jobs and Industry Natalie Hutchins visited Melbournes south-east to tour the new facilities for advanced manufacturing in the health, automotive and food sectors that will create over 150 new jobs for the area. Medical device company ParagonCare has recently opened its new global headquarters and blood manufacturing facility in Mount Waverley creating up to 35 new jobs.
Dinesh Mishra
DECEMBER 10, 2024
In todays rapidly evolving world, manufacturing industries are at a crossroads. On one hand, they must meet the increasing demand for precision, speed, and customisation. On the other, they must prepare for a future shaped by emerging technologies, sustainability imperatives, and growing complexity. In this context, photo-chemical etching (PCE) is proving to be more than just a manufacturing process, and instead is seen as an enabler of innovation and a vital tool for future-proofing.
Design World
DECEMBER 10, 2024
Research conducted by Festo finds a new generation of its low-energy flow-control valves utilized by Front Opening Unified Pods (FOUPs) purge systems can reduce Nitrogen gas (N2) consumption by as much as 75%. A new Festo white paper details how these piezo-based flow-control systems help semiconductor fabrication plants (Fabs) reduce their carbon footprint and lower… The post New Nitrogen purging technology in semiconductor fabrication can accrue millions in energy savings appeared first
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 Business Review
DECEMBER 10, 2024
At the height of its success, Cruise was running robotaxi services in San Francisco, Austin, Houston, and Phoenix. | Source: Cruise General Motors (GM) today announced that it will no longer fund Cruise LLC’s robotaxi deployment work. It cited long development times, high costs, and an increasingly competitive robotaxi market as the reasons behind its decision.
Manufacturer's Monthly
DECEMBER 8, 2024
Image: The Cheroke/stock.adobe.com Babcock has officially launched a new International Engineering and Technology Hub in Melbourne as part of increased research and development efforts across global defence markets. The $3.5 million Abbotsford facility is set to have a collaborative environment for engineers and technologists working in areas such as systems engineering, secure communications, autonomy, artificial intelligence and digitally-enabled asset management.
Motion Control Tips
DECEMBER 10, 2024
maxon has launched the High Efficiency Joint (HEJ) Drive 70-48-50, the newest addition to its High Efficiency Robotic Joints portfolio. This advanced actuator sets new standards in torque density and efficiency, catering specifically to autonomous mobile robots operating in unstructured environments such as humanoids, quadrupeds, exoskeletons, or mobile manipulators.
Design World
DECEMBER 10, 2024
Festo introduces its new flagship valve terminal, the VTUX. The VTUX can serve as I/O, remote I/O, and decentralized I/O. These compact and rugged IP65/67-rated terminals can be located anywhere on a machine that boosts operational performance and original equipment manufacturer (OEM) installation productivity. VTUX modularity results in less inventory and lower overhead costs.
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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.
Robotics Business Review
DECEMBER 9, 2024
The da Vinci SP surgical robotics system. | Source: Intuitive Surgical Intuitive Surgical last week shared findings from a meta-analysis of surgical outcomes across a number of robotic surgical procedures. The peer-reviewed Annals of Surgery published a meta-analysis of 30-day surgical outcomes across seven oncological surgical procedures. It compared robotic, laparoscopic, and open surgical approaches, covering a 12-year timeframe.
Manufacturer's Monthly
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Image: bnenin/stock.adobe.com Premier Jacinta Allan, Minister for Jobs and Industry Natalie Hutchins and Minister for Planning Sonya Kilkenny today visited Duluxs factory in Merrifield to announce that the Economic Growth Statement will deliver a 10-year pipeline of industrial land in Victoria. This land is set to secure the space businesses need to expand and create jobs and will make it easier to work with the government and slash the time it takes to get environmental approvals.
Dinesh Mishra
DECEMBER 12, 2024
In a rare moment for the manufacturing world, Apple, Qualcomm Technologies, and SEAT S.A. took to the stage together at an international awards event recognizing innovation in virtual and augmented reality technology (AIXR XR Awards), marking a pivotal moment for industrial and hardware advancements. Representatives from all three companies took the stage to be recognised for their transformative contributions to technology and manufacturing.
Design World
DECEMBER 10, 2024
OKW reports strong interest in its TOPTEC universal plastic enclosures following the electronica 2024 trade fair in Munich. TOPTEC allows PCBs with protruding connectors and interfaces to be mounted directly into the case. Applications include monitoring, signalling equipment, control systems, medical/wellness devices, computer peripherals, IoT and IIoT.
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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
Robotics Business Review
DECEMBER 11, 2024
During the 2023 peak season, Ambi Robotics’ robots sorted 7.4 million packages at 410 sorts per hour. This year, they can sort up to 500 packages per hour. | Source: Ambi Robotics The month between Thanksgiving and Christmas is the busiest time of year by far for logistics providers, and this year, its even shorter than most peak seasons. With Thanksgiving falling just a week later than usual, automation providers such as Ambi Robotics Inc. need to ramp up operations to help customers ensu
Manufacturer's Monthly
DECEMBER 11, 2024
Image: Advanced Navigation Advanced Navigation, a global leader in assured positioning navigation and timing (APNT) technologies and autonomous systems, has finalised a deal with Rheinmetall Defence Australia to supply fibre-optic gyroscope (FOG) inertial navigation systems (INS). These systems will integrate into Rheinmetalls Boxer Combat Reconnaissance Vehicles (CRV), currently in service with the Australian Army.
Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing
DECEMBER 11, 2024
SAN ANTONIO, TX. December 11, 2024 Frost & Sullivan recently assessed the fleet charging and energy management industry and, based on its findings, recognizes EO Charging with the 2024 European Product Leadership Award. As the global demand for EVs intensifies, the company is a significant innovator that accelerates the transition to carbon-free transportation by making EV charging simple, reliable, and accessible for fleets worldwide.
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