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Practical Lessons from AI-Driven Manufacturers

Automation World

Insights from manufacturers that have already transformed their operations with AI indicate a preference for moving AI inference to the edge using vector stores and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) to comply with security standards.

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RealMan Robotics showcases ultra-lightweight humanoid robotics at CES 2025

Design World

RealMan Robotics showcased its latest innovations at CES 2025, highlighting advancements in robotics technology. Ultra-Lightweight Humanoid Robotics Arms RealMans ultra-lightweight robotic arms offer high agility, strength, and precision. Designed with lightweight materials and precise motion control, these arms enable natural movements, making them suitable for manufacturing, service industries, and domestic assistance.

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CSIRO portrays practical application for quantum machine learning

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: phonlamaiphoto/stock.adobe.com Quantum researchers from CSIRO, Australias national science agency, have demonstrated the potential for quantum computing to significantly improve how we solve complex problems. These problems include large datasets, highlighting the potential of using quantum in areas such as real-time traffic management, agricultural monitoring, healthcare, and energy optimisation.

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124 Women in STEM Leaders Embark to Antarctica

Manufacturing Management

124 women and non-binary STEM leaders embark on an historic expedition to Antarctica as part of the Homeward Bound initiative to help tackle sustainability issues.

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Emergent Energy Optimizes Steam Systems with Panoramic Power’s Technology

Manufacturers face increasing pressure to curb energy waste and emissions. Emergent Energy specializes in optimizing industrial steam systems, leveraging Panoramic Power’s real-time energy intelligence to drive efficiency. By analyzing steam system performance, Emergent Energy pinpoints inefficiencies and implements targeted improvements. This article explores how data-driven steam optimization transforms wasted energy into measurable savings, ensuring compliance with sustainability regulations.

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Exports push CV production to best performance in 16 years

SMMT

British commercial vehicle production rises 4.0% to 125,649 units in best year since 2008. Exports drive growth, up 6.6% to 82,097 units as output for UK market dips -0.8%. Sector calls for fast tracked industrial and trade strategies to keep UK manufacturing globally competitive. UK commercial vehicle (CV) production grew by 4.0% in 2024, with 125,649 vans, trucks, taxis, buses and coaches leaving factory lines, according to the latest figures published by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and

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Having Lost $500,000 to SAP, Grow Lamp Manufacturer Turns to MRPeasy

MRPEasy

Tennessee-based Horticulture Lighting Group has harnessed the power of MRP software to streamline its operations and drive sustained growth. We managed to implement MRPeasy in under 3 months without many issues, a sharp contrast to big ERPs, says CFO Bruce Heinemann. Empowering indoor plant growers with advanced LED solutions Horticulture Lighting Group is a lighting […] The post Having Lost $500,000 to SAP, Grow Lamp Manufacturer Turns to MRPeasy appeared first on Blog for Manufacturers a

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Rock Tech Lithium Inc. announces partnership with Schwenk on lithium by-products

Canadian Manufacturing

Rock Tech and Schwenk Zement partner on zero-waste strategy. (CNW Group/Rock Tech Lithium Inc.) TORONTO Rock Tech Lithium Inc. has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with SCHWENK Zement GmbH & Co. KG (Schwenk), a German cement manufacturer, to use Lithium production by-products from Rock Tech’s Guben Converter for use in Schwenk’s cement manufacturing.

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Graphmatech and Filalab Unveil High-Speed ESD Filament for 3D Printing

i4.0 today

Swedish materials innovator Graphmatech and Lithuanian filament manufacturer Filalab UAB unveiled C-PETG, a graphene-enhanced filament they claim is the fastest electrostatic discharge (ESD) polymer solution on the market. Designed to modernize electronics manufacturing , this new filament promises printing speeds of up to 120 millimeters per second (mm/s), shaving hours off production times while offering protection from static electricity.

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Kistler Showcases Advanced Manufacturing Process-Monitoring Tech at MD&M West 2025

Manufacturing Tomorrow

Kistler supports the MedTech industry with state-of-the-art process measurement tools for advanced plastic injection-molding, assembly and testing applications

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Haptikos Emerges From Stealth First Low-Cost Hand Exoskeleton

Gary Mintchell

Ive been watching developments of robotics and peripherals with anticipation. Engineers continually get closer to mechanisms that can make life so much better for handicapped or aged people. Not to mention extensive use cases in manufacturing. This news concerns a company emerging from stealth with a hand exoskeleton with exciting sensory input along with a its operating system (Alan KayPeople who are really serious about software should build their hardware.).

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Accelerate Americas Manufacturing Agility & Supply Chain Resilience

Discover how to accelerate manufacturing agility and build supply chain resilience in our live webinar on February 6, 2025, at 3 PM PST. Explore insights from a former SpaceX leader on scaling hardware production, balancing speed with quality, and leveraging advanced tools like ION Factory OS. Learn from historical examples and modern approaches to innovation while uncovering how AI and real-time data can automate processes, strengthen supply chain operations, and ensure scalability.

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Teradyne robotics group lays off 10% of global staff

Robotics Business Review

UR and MiR consolidated R&D facilities and headquarters in 2024. Source: Universal Robots Economic uncertainty has taken a toll on the robotics industry, including leading vendors. Teradyne Inc.’s robotics group laid off 10% of its global workforce this week. Teradyne owns Universal Robots A/S and Mobile Industrial Robots ApS, leading developers of collaborative robot arms and autonomous mobile robots, respectively.

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Do You Know How Software-Defined Automation Impacts Manufacturing?

Automation World

Everything manufacturers need to know about software-defined automation.

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RECOM launches RACPRO1-4SP series four-channel circuit breakers

Design World

RECOM has announced the RACPRO1-4SP series, a new range of four-channel electronic circuit breakers with advanced control and protection features. After introducing the RACPRO1-T DIN-rail power supplies, RECOM is launching the RACPRO1-4SP series, a four-channel electronic fuse in a matching DIN-rail format. The RECOM e-fuses distribute a 24V supply voltage to four separately current limited […] The post RECOM launches RACPRO1-4SP series four-channel circuit breakers appeared first on Desig

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Controversial third runway at Heathrow Airport gets firm backing from Chancellor

E&T

A controversial plan to build a third runway at Londons Heathrow Airport has finally been given the go ahead after an intervention from Chancellor Rachel Reeves.

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The Supply Chain in 2025: What to Expect

In 2025, the Supply Chain continues its evolution toward “Logistics 4.0,” inspired by Industry 4.0. Two major characteristics define this transformation: automation, driven by robotic solutions, and prediction, paving the way for an era of planning and simulation powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI).

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Record efficiency achieved for kesterite solar cell at UNSW

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: UNSW Engineers at UNSW have broken the world record for a specific type of solar cell that has been touted as a potential long-term improvement in photovoltaic (PV) technology. PV researchers around the world are working to find the best material to combine with traditional silicon cells to form a tandem solar cell, which can boost efficiency compared to single junction solar cell.

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Regal Rexnord and Honeywell Collaborate on Aerospace Tech

Automation World

Initial work will focus on flight surface actuation systems, which can involve a variety of actuator types to control aircraft components ranging from rudders and flaps to landing gear and thrust reversers.

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AutomationDirect adds Dold VARIMETER relays for equipment protection

Design World

AutomationDirect has added Dold VARIMETER series voltage and phase monitoring relays to safeguard electrical equipment and prevent costly downtime by evaluating voltage levels and phase sequences. These relays provide early detection and response to abnormalities such as undervoltage, overvoltage, phase loss, phase reversal, and phase imbalance. The VARIMETER series monitoring relays feature wide voltage measuring… The post AutomationDirect adds Dold VARIMETER relays for equipment protecti

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US civil supersonic jet breaks sound barrier in historic test flight

E&T

Colorado-based Boom Supersonic successfully achieved its supersonic mission when its XB-1 demonstrator reached Mach 1.122 during its latest test flight.

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The 2nd Generation of Innovation Management: A Survival Guide

Speaker: Chris Townsend, VP of Product Marketing, Wellspring

Over the past decade, companies have embraced innovation with enthusiasm—Chief Innovation Officers have been hired, and in-house incubators, accelerators, and co-creation labs have been launched. CEOs have spoken with passion about “making everyone an innovator” and the need “to disrupt our own business.” But after years of experimentation, senior leaders are asking: Is this still just an experiment, or are we in it for the long haul?

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New WA Defence TAFE Centre of Excellence

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Bruce.stock.adobe.com The Federal and Western Australian Governments are investing $14.6 million to deliver training facilities to give Australians the skills needed to build and maintain critical Australian defence capabilities, through the WA Defence TAFE Centre of Excellence. This is a milestone in the WA defence industry that has the potential to deliver tens of billions of dollars in new defence capabilities and thousands of well-paid, highskilled jobs over the next two decades.

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The Move to Standardize a Universal Single-Pair Ethernet Connector Face

Automation World

Profinet, with the support of Weidmuller and other networking technology suppliers, have moved to standardize a harmonized SPE connector system that can be used universally with all industrial protocol communication systems.

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AutomationDirect expands Zener Barrier offerings for hazardous areas

Design World

AutomationDirect has added additional Zener barriers from STAHL to isolate various control signal types from hazardous environments. For automated systems installed in potentially explosive atmospheres (ex., oil and gas production), extra precautions must be taken to ensure the electrical circuits do not become ignition sources. Properly grounded Zener barriers isolate the electrical signal from the… The post AutomationDirect expands Zener Barrier offerings for hazardous areas appeared fir

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Low-cost Chinese AI model DeepSeek-R1 triggers shockwaves in stock market

E&T

The emergence of DeepSeeks breakthrough ChatGPT-like AI model has rocked Wall Street, causing shares in Nvidia to tumble.

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?

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Top 10 robotics developments of January 2025

Robotics Business Review

The robotics industry started the year with large funding rounds, new product releases, and well-known brands finding new homes. If January is any indication, 2025 will be a nonstop year for the industry. Here are the 10 most popular stories on The Robot Report in the past month. Subscribe to The Robot Report Newsletter and listen to The Robot Report Podcast to stay up to date on the robotics developments you need to know about. 10.

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Automation Tech Trends to Watch

Automation World

From AI, robots and sustainability to preventative maintenance, inventory and workforce training, find out what industry experts from the Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing Institute, Cognizant, Fluke Reliability, Glassdome, Honeywell and Snowflake think will be the biggest automation tech factors in 2025.

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Stacking up standard and pallet conveyors

Design World

No matter what kind of products a manufacturing line produces, an effective conveyor belt system is key to ensuring safe and well-organized material handling that maintains the operations rhythm. Most conveyor systems achieve this with a combination of both standard and pallet conveyors at various stages of the line. Knowing how and where to use… The post Stacking up standard and pallet conveyors appeared first on Design World.

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Bulldog Steel Fabrication launches new website

The Fabricator

Bulldog Steel Fabrication, Madison, Ga., has unveiled a redesigned website.

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Unmasking Energy Waste: Manufacturing’s Hidden Inefficiencies and Costly Impacts

Energy inefficiencies are silent thieves eroding manufacturing profits and sustainability efforts. From overworked pumps to leaky compressed air systems, these hidden drains often go unnoticed without advanced energy monitoring. Panoramic Power empowers manufacturers with granular, device level energy visibility, and real-time insights to identify and eliminate inefficiencies, transforming waste into savings.

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Using drones to improve wildfire and forest management

Robotics Business Review

The Robot Report Podcast Using Drones to improve wildfire and forest management In Episode 182 of The Robot Report Podcast, editors Mike Oitzman and Eugene Demaitre interview Erin Linebarger, co-founder and CEO of Robotics 88. Linebarger discusses the innovative use of drones in wildfire management, particularly through prescribed fire techniques. She also describes the genesis of the Boston-based company, the importance of data in fire management, the technology behind its drones, and the futu

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The Nexus of AI and Human-Centric Manufacturing

Automation World

Filtering the hype and promise of AI against a deeper understanding of AI-readiness and operational maturity is critical.

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New partnership enhances operator experience with device management

Design World

Pepperl+Fuchs and ThinManager, a Rockwell Automation technology, have partnered to provide operators and technicians a more streamlined and secured process withThinManager software. Originally launched by Rockwell Automation more than 25 years ago, the ThinManager device management and content delivery platform is used by plant operators and maintenance specialists in manufacturing and process industries to centralize… The post New partnership enhances operator experience with device manag

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Perspective illuminates missing links in the supply chain

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Industry Capability Network While the immediate crisis of the COVID-19 pandemic feels like a thing of the past, its ripple effects continue to challenge Australian industries. Persistent transport, material, and labour shortages, combined with rising inflation and cost pressures, have underscored vulnerabilities in global supply chains. These challenges affect businesses of all sizes, forcing stakeholders to reassess their dependence on international shipping.

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The Future of Manufacturing: Behind-the-Scene Insights from the IMTS Conference