Dinesh Mishra

JUNE 16, 2025

In today’s dynamic world, the adoption of digital technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) is fundamental to improving productivity, reducing costs, enhancing workplace safety, and staying relevant. The use of AI is more pertinent than ever in the manufacturing industry, which has undergone a systemic shift in the last few years. The manufacturing sector in India is on a trajectory toward substantial growth, with projections indicating an increase in its contribution to the Gross Val

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Robotics Business Review

JUNE 14, 2025

Figure 1: The fully automated robotic welding work cell, with all actions orchestrated by an AutomationDirect Productivity PLC, synchronizes the welding process, robot movements, and fixture positioning. Source: Properly Works When a company known for its expertise in welding and steel fabrication secured a contract to provide fencing for construction of a bridge, there was no time to lose.

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Robotics Automation News

JUNE 17, 2025

By Jenny Shern, general manager at NexCOBOT, part of Nexcom Robot installations worldwide have more than doubled in the past decade – and deployments are no longer contained to the manufacturing line.

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Gary Mintchell

JUNE 19, 2025

Everyone wants to be NVIDIA’s best friend. This friendship focuses on the world of robotics and simulation. In brief: Flexiv launches the Flexiv-Isaac Bridge App, empowering developers to design, test, and deploy force-controlled robotics applications in hyper-realistic virtual environments. The interesting thing is the force-controlled part. I remember an application I wrote about a few years ago where the developer of a robotic prosthetic arm had a design goal of being able to pick up a grape

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Speaker: Jason Chester, Director, Product Management

In today’s manufacturing landscape, staying competitive means moving beyond reactive quality checks and toward real-time, data-driven process control. But what does true manufacturing process optimization look like—and why is it more urgent now than ever? Join Jason Chester in this new, thought-provoking session on how modern manufacturers are rethinking quality operations from the ground up.

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Design World

JUNE 18, 2025

Teknic has obtained IP66K and IP67 ratings for its ClearPath integrated brushless servo motors in the 1 to 4 HP continuous power range. The motors are designed as totally enclosed, non-ventilated (TENV) units that can withstand high-pressure washdowns and temporary water submersion up to 1 m when not operating. The IP66K rating indicates protection against high-pressure,… The post Teknic ClearPath motors now rated IP66K and IP67 for washdowns appeared first on Design World.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

JUNE 17, 2025

Image: CAPS Choosing the right compressed air or power solution is more than just the performance outcomes that your operations need, but ensuring you have the necessary service and support available to keep things performing at their optimum. Whether you are looking for a reciprocating, rotary screw, oil free rotary screw, portable diesel or centrifugal air compressor, CAPS Australia delivers flexible solutions that are engineered around you.

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E&T

JUNE 17, 2025

A large shaking table that mimics earthquake events has allowed researchers at the University of Bristol to evaluate the structural integrity of 3D-printed concrete structures.

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Automation Mag

JUNE 17, 2025

June 17, 2025, Piscataway, N.J. — The IEEE Robotics and Automation Society (IEEE RAS) has released the executive summary for their report Humanoid Robots in Human Spaces: Building Standards for Safe, Ethical and Effective Integration. The report examines the risks introduced by humanoid robots as they move into real-world human environments given the expectation they will integrate into human workflows, navigate shared spaces, communicate with untrained users and need to respond to human behavio

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MRPEasy

JUNE 17, 2025

Whether you’re swapping your legacy systems with modern manufacturing software or making a strategic decision to switch vendors, ERP migration is a strategic business process that needs careful deliberation and execution. Let’s dive in. What is ERP migration? ERP migration is the process of swapping your Enterprise Resource Planning software for a new one and moving critical business […] The post ERP Migration Guide for Small Businesses appeared first on Blog for Manufacturers and Di

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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.

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Mold Making Technology

JUNE 17, 2025

Producing optical-quality injection-molded parts is challenging, especially for curved eyewear lenses, where even minor defects can distort light transmission. Source (all images) | Masato Research Group Producing optical-quality parts through injection molding presents unique challenges, especially for applications requiring precise surface clarity and minimal defects.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

JUNE 18, 2025

Image: kasarp/stock.adobe.com The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has committed $19.8 million to the NeoSmelt project, a collaborative initiative aiming to establish Australia’s largest electric smelting furnace (ESF) pilot plant in Kwinana, WA. The joint venture brings together BlueScope, BHP, Rio Tinto, Woodside, and Mitsui Iron Ore Development to explore the direct reduced iron-electric smelting furnace (DRI-ESF) process for lower-emissions steelmaking.

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AU Manufacturing

JUNE 16, 2025

Researchers at Arizona State University are working to enhance metal 3D printing processes through the development of artificial intelligence systems designed to improve the speed and reliability of producing critical components, including naval propellers. The project is being led by faculty members from the School of Computing and Augmented Intelligence within the Ira A.

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Dinesh Mishra

JUNE 16, 2025

In 2019, during Hannover Messe, you stated ELGi’s aspiration to become the second-largest compressor manufacturer globally. How do you assess progress towards that goal today? Is it still a realistic ambition, and what drives your consistent confidence in this vision? At that time, the number two and number three global air compressor manufacturers were independent companies.

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Robotics Automation News

JUNE 16, 2025

Exploring the convergence of advanced grippers, 3D vision, and sophisticated AI that is enabling robots to handle an ever-wider variety of items with near-human skill The relentless surge of global e-commerce has transformed our expectations for speed and convenience. But behind the one-click purchase lies a vast, complex, and physically demanding logistics network.

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Manufacturing Tomorrow

JUNE 18, 2025

New solution set simplifies the user experience and significantly accelerates key measurement processes, cutting CMM programming time from days to hours

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AU Manufacturing

JUNE 15, 2025

Article by Andrew Mamonitis, Vice President – APAC, Manufacturing Division, ECI Solutions In today’s volatile business landscape, small and mid-sized manufacturers (SMBs) are navigating a minefield of cost pressures. Inflation may be easing, however supply chains remain erratic, and the modern workforce demands greater flexibility. Many SMBs, desperate to stay afloat, are tempted by aggressive cost-cutting.

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Automation Mag

JUNE 18, 2025

June 18, 2025, Toronto — KPMG Canada has released a report highlighting how Canadian industrial manufacturers (IM) are embracing generative AI to drive efficiency, innovation, productivity and profits, as well as to address challenges including inflation, climate change mandates and supply chain disruptions. The report showed that 82 per cent of IMs consider generative AI a top investment priority, with 75 per cent of those surveyed having already implemented the technology and 92 per cent of th

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The Guardian Manufacturing

JUNE 19, 2025

Struggling steel sector among those expected to benefit in government’s long-awaited industrial strategy UK manufacturing is expected to receive support to ease energy costs and boost skills, the Guardian understands, as part of a long-awaited industrial strategy due to be unveiled next week. Energy-intensive industries have long complained that they pay too much for electricity compared with competitors in the EU, while the wider industrial sector has struggled to recruit skilled staff.

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Manufacturing Tomorrow

JUNE 17, 2025

New ESPRIT EDGE software release provides extensive Swiss machine support and groundbreaking AI capabilities • New functionality removes barriers to adoption of complex Swiss machining • Enables faster time-to-market for products with innovative AI tools Hexagon Copilot and ProPlanAI • Bridges the skills gap with faster training that makes CAM programming accessible to all

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AU Manufacturing

JUNE 18, 2025

Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO, has announced a new $400,000 research and development (R&D) grant program to support mining and manufacturing small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) working on graphite-based innovations for battery applications. The initiative aims to accelerate the development of Australia’s battery industry by backing local companies involved in the graphite supply chain, a key component in battery manufacturing.

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Mold Making Technology

JUNE 18, 2025

Despite the complexity of molds and the moldmaking process, automation is highly applicable. It enhances efficiency, product quality and consistency, and helps address labor shortages. Automation speeds up production, reduces costs and improves accuracy. Source | Shutterstock As the labor gap persists, automation is an increasingly attractive option for many mold manufacturers.

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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

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Dinesh Mishra

JUNE 16, 2025

An insightful conversation with Mr. M. K. Narasinga Rao, Managing Director, and Mr. Skanda Magal, Product Manager of Magal Engineering Co. India Pvt. Ltd., on the company’s role in advancing EV manufacturing in India. Q: Can you walk us through Magal Engineering’s core competencies and its role in the Indian automotive and manufacturing sectors? Mr.

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Manufacturing Tomorrow

JUNE 20, 2025

In-depth analysis: 4 quality defects from incorrect laser cutting speed & a precise 4-step method for laser-nozzle coaxiality calibration. Master core parameters to boost consistency, reduce scrap, and build the foundation for smart manufacturing.

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AU Manufacturing

JUNE 15, 2025

Lovells Automotive Systems is marking its 95th year in Australian manufacturing, highlighting nearly a century of engineering expertise and growth from a small spring workshop in Newcastle, New South Wales, to a global supplier of premium suspension components. Founded in 1930 by George Lovell, the company has grown to support key industries including emergency services, mining, agriculture, rail, and transport infrastructure.

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Manufacturing.net

JUNE 17, 2025

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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.

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MBT

JUNE 17, 2025

Jabil announces $500 million U.S. manufacturing investment to support cloud and AI infrastructure, strengthening domestic tech capabilities by 2026.

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WMEP

JUNE 17, 2025

How Lean Thinking Can Help You Break the Cycle of Firefighting Manufacturers today face rising costs, labor shortages, and disruptions that can make every day feel like a fire drill. If you’re constantly in reaction mode, or dealing with the same daily problems, it’s time for a new approach. As Beth Aldana, WMEP’s Operational Excellence [.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

JUNE 20, 2025

When FABTECH, North America’s largest metal forming, fabricating, welding, and finishing event returns to Chicago this year, it will feature its largest ever exhibit hall footprint spanning three halls. The exhibit floor will feature more than 850,000 square feet with more than 1,500 exhibitors. Beyond viewing demonstrations of automation, robotics, additive manufacturing, and advanced welding equipment, among other processes, the more than 45,000 expected attendees are also able to select from

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