The Fabricator

APRIL 17, 2023

A job shop’s production schedule is never perfect, but that doesn’t mean metal fabricators can’t improved upon it.

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Cisco Smart Manufacturing

APRIL 20, 2023

We are introducing new additions to the open source projects led by the Cisco Engineering team that are contributing more security features and functionality for Kubernetes and cloud native… Read more on Cisco Blogs

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AU Manufacturing

APRIL 17, 2023

Significant work will be undertaken to improve the Charles Street bridge in Launceston, paving the way for increased freight productivity for critical state industries such as agriculture and manufacturing. The Freight Capacity Upgrade Program received an $80 million investment from the Australian Government, with the Tasmanian Government set to contribute $20 million.

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Design World

APRIL 17, 2023

A low-cost robot operated via a VR headset. Spare parts identified and ordered in seconds using AI on a smartphone. A mobile app that immediately identifies potential applications for lubrication-free parts on an excavator. igus launches a selection of digital tools in 2023, as well as products and services which are easy to use and… The post igus drives engineering forward with 190 physical and digital new products appeared first on Design World.

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Automation World

APRIL 15, 2023

Integrators offer their insights into the device and connectivity issues that require assessment to choose the right sensors for their clients’ Internet of Things deployments.

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The Fabricator

APRIL 18, 2023

According to industry experts and data from surveys, everything is pointing to an inflection point for steel prices as mills start to show signs of softening demand for products.

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Design World

APRIL 18, 2023

LEMO is thrilled to announce the expansion of its field-proven S Series push-pull connectors with the new 1S.275 Series for 12G-SDI (Serial Digital Interface) 4K Ultra High-Definition transmission. The new robust push-pull connectors are compliant with the SMPTE ST 2082-1 standard for signal/data transmission and enable a transmission rate of 12 Gbit/s meeting the 12G-SDI… The post New ultra HD push-pull connectors provide eight times bandwidth of standard HD-SDI appeared first on Design W

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Automation World

APRIL 18, 2023

When viewed in the context of three critical technology groups, Smart Manufacturing projects can overcome typical miscommunications that can sabotage progress.

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Robotics Business Review

APRIL 19, 2023

The RBR50 celebrates worldwide robotics innovation and the forward-thinking organizations behind them. The post Meet the RBR50 Robotics Innovation Awards Winners appeared first on Robotics Business Review.

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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.

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SMMT

APRIL 17, 2023

UK’s world-leading ambition to phase out new, non-zero emission trucks from 2035 demands equally bold strategy for success. All-electric and hydrogen truck fleet would cut UK’s annual CO2 emissions by 21.1m tonnes – but plan urgently needed for infrastructure, incentives and investment. SMMT calls for government HGV infrastructure strategy to address absence of public HGV-dedicated charging and hydrogen filling points on Britain’s roads to unlock operator investment.

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Design World

APRIL 17, 2023

COVAL offers manufacturers a range of vacuum grippers suitable for handling parts of various sizes, weights, and materials. This gripper range has been extended with the latest CMS HD series multistage vacuum pumps, developed by COVAL. With this enhancement, the new generation of grippers meets the demands of Industry 4.0 with greater robustness, communication, and… The post New improved vacuum grippers from COVAL with communications interface appeared first on Design World.

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Automation World

APRIL 20, 2023

Additive manufacturing, artificial intelligence and collaborative robots are changing every aspect of the manufacturing industries—from product design and production to supply chain strategies.

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Plastics News

APRIL 20, 2023

Antec attracted 500 attendees to Denver from March 27-30. That's about double the amount that attended last year's event in Charlotte, N.C.

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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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Gary Mintchell

APRIL 21, 2023

This is from last week’s newsletter. You can subscribe by clicking on the envelope icon or here. The media are going all things AI crazy. I see it on LinkedIn, Twitter, rss newsfeed. Then I see some manufacturing specific references discussing autonomous plants. On a recent podcast episode, Seth Godin just spoke about the two ends of a spectrum of everything on our online or human touch.

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Design World

APRIL 17, 2023

The PTDA Foundation is seeking nominations for its Wendy B. McDonald Woman of the Year Award and Robert (Bob) K. Callahan Advancing Leaders Award. The Wendy B. McDonald Woman of the Year Award recognizes a woman who, regardless of where she is in her career, brought change as an integral contributor to the success of… The post PTDA Foundation now accepting nominations for 2023 leadership awards appeared first on Design World.

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The Fabricator

APRIL 18, 2023

Historically, for robotic press brake bending to make economic sense, a job needed to be of a certain volume in a metal fabrication shop. That, however, is starting to change across the industry.

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Plastics News

APRIL 19, 2023

Bennington, Vt.-based Beyond Plastics, a nonprofit group that aims to end plastic pollution, is pushing against using federal funds to replace lead water pipe with PVC.

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Gary Mintchell

APRIL 20, 2023

An invitation came my way to talk with Alwyn Joseph, Chief Revenue Officer for FPT-USA. OK, I said, just what is that company? In brief, FPT is an information technology and services company based in Vietnam. This from a recent press release: FPT Software is a global technology and IT services provider headquartered in Vietnam, with more than $632.5 million in revenue and 25,500 employees in 28 countries.

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Design World

APRIL 21, 2023

Energy and data cables hanging from jib cranes often pose a great risk. Careless movement of loads, forklifts, or other slewing crane systems in the immediate vicinity can cause them to become entangled and torn off. igus has therefore developed the guidelok swing, the only energy supply system of its kind in the world. It […] The post igus energy supply, the only one of its kind in the world, makes jib cranes safer appeared first on Design World.

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E&T

APRIL 17, 2023

The team from Marine Biopolymers and The University of Glasgow’s School of Chemistry received funding from the Industrial Biotechnology Innovation Centre (IBioIC) to explore the use of tailored alginates – a naturally occurring material found in brown seaweed – to help develop batteries using silicon as an alternative to graphite. Graphite or carbon electrodes are a core component of standard lithium-ion batteries, but can only store a limited amount of charge and have a restricted lifespan.

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Plastics News

APRIL 17, 2023

Bioplastics material and products maker NantBioPlastics is investing in an expansion to meet compostable single-use products demand. Teknor Apex acquired PVC recycler Nu-Pro Polymers and Mocom Compounds adds a new extrusion line in South Carolina.

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Manufacturing today requires both agility and precision. Traditional ERP systems provide enterprise-wide management but lack real-time execution power needed on the shop floor. ION Factory OS by First Resonance bridges this gap, combining the strengths of ERP and MES for seamless integration. While ERP handles long-term strategic oversight, ION Factory OS delivers real-time production control, ensuring speed, flexibility, and precision.

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Gary Mintchell

APRIL 18, 2023

US manufacturers have been moving the actual making of products out of the country for many years. This, of course, is a concern for this country. We’ve seen Germany and Italy and China aggressively move to strengthen manufacturing in their countries. Only recently has there been a concerted effort to bolster manufacturing here. I’m an internationalist on the one hand, but each country owes it to itself to have solid manufacturing.

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Design World

APRIL 21, 2023

The Space Enterprise Berkeley (SEB) team successfully launched their first-ever liquid-fueled rocket, Eureka-1, which reached 11,024 ft in December last year. The collegiate team partnered with Protolabs to create parts for Eureka-1’s plenum and complex parachute system using selective laser sintering (SLS). “3D printing made sense for creating a part that could combine functionalities.

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E&T

APRIL 18, 2023

The UK's largest e ncrypted messaging services have publicly opposed the government's Online Safety Bill ahead of its final reading in the House of Lords. The companies' leading executives have signed an open letter asking the UK government to “urgently rethink” sections of the legislation. They warned that in its current version, the Online Safety Bill fails to protect end-to-end encryption and respect the human right to privacy.

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Plastics News

APRIL 18, 2023

Polypropylene prices may be headed for a big drop in April, just a month after North American buyers saw an 8 cent per pound increase.

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Effective shop floor production planning and execution can be challenging. Despite technological advancements and methodologies, many manufacturing production managers still encounter issues that result in late orders, cash flow difficulties, and dissatisfied customers. These challenges can disrupt operations, reduce efficiency, and impact overall profitability.

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Gary Mintchell

APRIL 17, 2023

It has been many years since I did any servo drive sizing, but I must say I’m still haunted by the work. This news coming just before Hannover maintains my confidence in Festo’s technical chops. Electric Motion Sizing Slashing the engineering time required for identifying and specifying harmonized electric motion systems Multi-axis handling systems can be specified Simply input key parameters, such as mass, stroke/travel distance, and cycle time ( see video ).

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Design World

APRIL 21, 2023

Koford Engineering has introduced a new family of motors with rpm up to 12,728, 91% peak efficiency, and up to 1,239 watts continuous with no heat sinking or fan cooling required. The motor is 3.5-in. diameter x 2.950 long with a.5-in. shaft and weighs 3 lb, 13 oz (89 mm x 75 mm x… The post High efficiency and power density found in new family of brushless motors appeared first on Design World.

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Automation Mag

APRIL 17, 2023

Advances in automation technologies are transforming the industrial manufacturing landscape. Broadly termed “digital transformation,” these smart manufacturing initiatives bring physical and cyber systems together for greater performance, efficiency, sustainability and safety. Automation experts share their predictions on trends that Canadian manufacturers need to watch out for in 2023 and respond to accordingly.

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