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Tips for keeping manufacturing IT systems safe from cybercrime
The Fabricator
MAY 22, 2023
Cybersecurity expert Bryce Austin provides guidance to keep metal fabricating and manufacturing companies safe from the growing threat of cybercrime.
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Weidmüller USA breaks ground on new engineering and manufacturing facility
Design World
MAY 22, 2023
Weidmüller Inc., USA, a provider of Smart Industrial Connectivity products and solutions headquartered in Richmond, VA, today broke ground on a new engineering, production, and warehouse facility at its current Southlake location in Chesterfield County. The $16.4 million expansion will create more than 100 new jobs for the greater Richmond, Virginia area.
Combine Software and Six Sigma to Avoid Unplanned Downtime
Automation World
MAY 25, 2023
Because unplanned downtime can still occur when using monitoring and preventative maintenance software, application of the DMAIC six sigma tool along with software insights can help better identify the true root cause of a problem and how to address it.
Future Focus: Constructing Unshakeable Stability in Your Manufacturing Supply Chain
Speaker: Jay Black, Senior Account Executive
We’ve all heard the buzzwords to describe new supply chain trends: resiliency, sustainability, AI, machine learning. But what do these really mean today? Over the past few years, manufacturing has had to adapt to and overcome a wide variety of supply chain trends and disruptions to stay as stable as possible. Stability has become key in this post-COVID world, and will remain key moving forward.
Manufacturing Trends Noticed at Hannover
Gary Mintchell
MAY 26, 2023
My Website traffic dropped significantly during the week of Hannover Messe in April. As an independent thinker/writer, I cannot afford such a trip unless I can find a sponsor. There were none this year. I do enjoy Hannover. It’s an intense few days walking about 10 miles a day. I did view it from afar through press releases and other websites and correspondence.
Deep Robotics unveils new four-legged robot
Robotics Automation News
MAY 24, 2023
Deep Robotics, a developer of quadrupedal robots for industrial applications, has launched the newest version of its dexterous intelligent robot dog, Lite3. The company says the new four-legged robot “combines advanced mobility and open modular structure” to serve education, research, and innovative entertainment purposes.
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The Advancement of PLCs
Automation World
MAY 20, 2023
Programmable logic controllers have come a long way in helping improve the functionality of the manufacturing industry.
Boosting bottom-bending accuracy on the press brake with these tips
The Fabricator
MAY 25, 2023
When bottom bending on a press brake, the punch tip determines the radius and the die angle determines your bend angle. Sounds simple, yet the variables still abound for metal fabrication shops.
Seriously, Drop What You’re Doing and Launch this Manufacturing Youth Engagement Program Right Now.
NIST
MAY 24, 2023
A manufacturing youth engagement program that excites local businesses, offers templates and guidance to effectively launch in new regions, has a 10-year track record of connecting hundreds of students annually, and is financially sustainable? Yes, please. That’s exactly what Pennsylvania’s What’s So Cool About Manufacturing® program offers. That’s right: during the past 10 years, What’s So Cool has created a process, templates, and materials that simply work, driving new connections between MEP
New compression latch from Southco offers visual indication of latch open status
Design World
MAY 26, 2023
Southco, a provider of engineered access solutions, has expanded its line of VISE ACTION Compression Latches with a new version that allows visual confirmation of latch open status. Southco’s E3 VISE ACTION Compression Latch with Visual Indicator features red, reflective indicator wings that can be easily viewed when the latch is open, allowing latch status… The post New compression latch from Southco offers visual indication of latch open status appeared first on Design World.
A Low-Risk, Incremental Approach to Smart Manufacturing for Small & Medium Manufacturers
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This guidebook discusses how small/medium manufacturers have implemented Smart Manufacturing initiatives and realized benefits such as increased productivity as well as higher levels of coordination and speed within the enterprise and supply chain.
Autonomous military AI tested ‘responsibly’ by Ministry of Defence
E&T
MAY 26, 2023
The Aukus alliance is a trilateral security pact between Australia, the UK and the US (Aukus) which includes cooperation on advanced cyber mechanisms, AI and quantum technologies among other technologies. Their latest work saw AI-enabled assets being used in a “collaborative swarm” to detect and track military targets in real time. Accelerating the development of these technologies will have a massive impact on military capability, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) said.
Machine Vision: Pick and place with FLIR thermal imaging cameras
Robotics Automation News
MAY 20, 2023
Machine vision inspections using visual cameras can occasionally cause recognition problems if the product and background have too little color contrast. In such cases, thermal imaging cameras can be a practical solution – especially if the product has a different temperature than the transport medium.
Shell Chemical fined $10M, restarting production
Plastics News
MAY 25, 2023
Shell had suspended polyethylene resin and ethylene monomer production in Monaca, Pa., on March 25 but said on May 24 that it is restarting.
Advantec’s computing platform improves healthcare, retail, and automation process efficiency
Design World
MAY 25, 2023
Advantech, a provider of Industrial Internet of Things (IoT) hardware and automation technology, now offers the scalable Valor Mini Workstation that offers a seven-year minimum lifespan. The U.S.-developed and manufactured compact industrial PC provides continuity in complex processes by eliminating the need for frequent recertification, reintegration, and replacement common in typical commercial workstations.
Best Practices to Boost Marketing Efficiency while Decreasing Cost Per Sale
Speaker: Kristin Hess - Senior Product Marketing Manager, Drift; Will Lyon - Head of Vertical Marketing, 6sense
The past three years have forced nearly every industry to rethink their prospect and customer engagement strategy. But while we’ve all been thrust into digital transformation, we haven’t all made the transition efficiently. Now that we know digital selling is the new norm, how can we ensure our website is doing as much of the leg work as possible for us - even in the midst of economic challenges?
Swedish steel mill turns to hydrogen for full-scale production
E&T
MAY 26, 2023
Tucked away in a quaint town south of Stockholm lies one of Ovako’s nine production facilities. Its Hofors site has its roots traced back to the mid-16th century and today serves as the company’s hub, with production in steel and billet rolling mills, and in tube and ring mills. Now, the steel mill welcomes a new addition to its Hofors location as part of the company’s next steps in its decarbonisation journey: a hydrogen plant.
Covering all the pipe fabrication bases with automated welding technology
The Fabricator
MAY 23, 2023
Immediately upon launch, INfab brought automated rotary pipe welding to its fight to stay competitive in the large-pipe fabrication business.
Let Go! Leverage Your Mindset, Elevate Yourself as a Leader, Drive Organizational Purpose
Mold Making Technology
MAY 24, 2023
AMBA conferences always offer valuable conversations, new connections and life lessons. Photo Credit: Creative Technology Corp. I always need time to download and digest after attending an American Mold Builders Association (AMBA) Conference. I return to work energized by the conversations, new connections and session lessons. But more than that, I usually come back home with a life lesson.
Advantech, Red Hat team up to deliver digital transformation and to drive innovation
Design World
MAY 24, 2023
Advantech, a supplier of industrial Internet of Things (IoT) hardware and automation technology, announces a collaboration with Red Hat, a provider of open-source solutions, that will enable equipment manufacturers, systems integrators, and enterprise IT teams to drive continuous innovation and accelerate digital transformation. The collaboration brings together the benefits of Red Hat Enterprise Linux and… The post Advantech, Red Hat team up to deliver digital transformation and to drive
Innovations in Manufacturing: How to Become Your New Tech's Master
Speaker: Gary Mintchell, Founder of The Manufacturing Connection
In a world where new technology keeps popping up out of nowhere, it's easy to think that this new tech can solve any and all your manufacturing challenges. This is a dangerous assumption because thoughtless reliance on technology can become a liability. Yes, tech does makes work easier and faster, but we've learned in recent decades that projects can still fail if the new technology being used doesn't bring manufacturing, business, and go-to-market strategies together.
Drivers should be taxed per mile starting with EVs, think tank says
E&T
MAY 24, 2023
In its ‘The Future of Driving’ report, the centre-right think tank said that road transport in Britain generates too much congestion and air pollution and that drivers are paying more through taxation than is invested back in the road network. CPS argues that fuel duty and vehicle excise duty should be replaced with a per-mile charging system, with higher mileage allowances for those living in rural areas to ensure fairness.
Georgia Tech partners with Stilfold to advance ‘industrial origami’ engineering program
Robotics Automation News
MAY 24, 2023
Georgia Tech’s School of Civil and Environmental Engineering is partnering with Stockholm-based startup Stilfold to roll out a pioneering initiative that will teach students innovative new approaches to sustainable manufacturing, inspired by the Japanese art of origami.
Purging Compounds Reduce Blow Molding and Extrusion Scrap & Downtime 50%
Plastics Today
MAY 22, 2023
Beyond injection molding: New purging formulations from Chem-Trend help blow molding and extrusion processors cut scrap and downtime, speed cleanings, and improve part quality.
Motion Plus launches new Motus1 linear actuator family
Design World
MAY 25, 2023
Motion Plus, a marketplace for motion and control solutions, is excited to announce the release of the Motus1 (M1) industrial positioning actuator. This new addition brings a belt- and screw-driven industrial linear positioner for superior performance to Motion Plus’s already broad portfolio of in-stock, high-quality automation components. The M1 actuator delivers reliable motion control for… The post Motion Plus launches new Motus1 linear actuator family appeared first on Design Wor
The New Tech Toolbelt: Digital Twins, IoT, Cobots, & More
Speaker: Cory Skinner, Founder and CEO of FactR
From limited visibility and a lack of real-time data to a lack of agility and responsiveness to changing market conditions, there's no shortage of difficulties that today's supply chain professionals can encounter. What can be done to not only address these challenges, but overcome them? Supply chains need tools that elevate decision-making and boost ROI as well as respond effectively to demand fluctuations, customer preferences, and competition.
Photonic chips could lower energy consumption from data centres
E&T
MAY 24, 2023
Data centres can consume up to 50 times more energy per square foot of floor space than a typical office building and account for roughly 2 per cent of all electricity use in the US. In recent years, the number of data centres has risen rapidly due to soaring demand from the likes of Facebook, Amazon, Microsoft and Google. Now, a new, ultra-energy-efficient method to compensate for temperature variations that degrade photonic chips has been developed.
A Helpful Guide to CNC Machining
Robotics Automation News
MAY 23, 2023
Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machines are computer-programmed automated tools used in manufacturing to monitor and control movements and machine operations. Many manufacturing companies, including automotive, aerospace, and prototyping, use these machines to enhance their products and processes.
Field Input and Output Blocks From Allen-Bradley
Control.com
MAY 26, 2023
Rockwell Automation has released an IO-Link master with configurable ports designed for harsh, on-machine environments with the ability to connect both discrete and IO-Link field devices.
Beckhoff celebrating 20 years of EtherCAT
Design World
MAY 23, 2023
Beckhoff Automation is proudly commemorating the 20th anniversary of EtherCAT, the groundbreaking industrial Ethernet system that transformed the world of industrial networking. Since its introduction at Hannover Messe in 2003, EtherCAT has emerged as the leader in speed, flexibility and openness, solidifying its position in the global market through its reliability and continuous technical advancements.… The post Beckhoff celebrating 20 years of EtherCAT appeared first on Design World.
The 4 Keys to Demand Planning in 2023 and Beyond
Speaker: Eva Dawkins - Senior Consultant, Supply Chain
The last three years have been a rollercoaster ride for most supply chains, filled with volatile unpredictability and frequent disruptions. We know technology improvements can improve supply chain operations and add significant value for companies even in turbulent times. However, to pull this off, companies must first establish crucial supporting people processes - in particular, planning processes.
Termite mounds could serve as inspiration for greener buildings
E&T
MAY 26, 2023
Two researchers at Lund University and Nottingham Trent University have studied mounds of Macrotermes michaelseni termites from Namibia, to find out what architects can learn from them in order to design more energy-efficient buildings. This species of termite forms colonies of more than a million individuals, building large mounds to house them. At the heart of the mounds lie the symbiotic fungus gardens, farmed by the termites for food.
4 Key Benefits of Using Videos for Product Presentations
Robotics Automation News
MAY 22, 2023
Product presentations are an essential component of any successful marketing campaign, requiring significant investments of time and resources to showcase products in the best possible light. Indeed, the success or failure of a product presentation can make or break a customer’s interest in a product, determining whether they ultimately make a purchase.
Centralization Errors Grow as Bores Get Smaller
Modern Machine Shop
MAY 25, 2023
There are many ways to measure a bore, and many factors that influence the accuracy of hole diameter measurements. For example, we know that operator skill in using rocking-type adjustable bore gages can influence the results, as can variations in part geometry. This may make even technically accurate measurements inaccurate from a part-function perspective, so it is important to consider the effects of gage centralization for smaller bores.
MELSOFT MaiLab software enables companies to easily analyze factory data
Design World
MAY 23, 2023
Mitsubishi Electric Automation announces its MELSOFT MaiLab software that uses the company´s Maisart intelligent technology to enable companies to easily analyze and diagnose factory data. Through analysis of past manufacturing data, the software makes sophisticated data decisions, akin to skilled workers, requiring less investment of time and expertise in a company´s workforce.
Book review: ‘The Battle of the Beams’ by Tom Whipple
E&T
MAY 24, 2023
As I was reading this book, a succession of seemingly far-fetched associations and recollections were projected - or perhaps should I say ‘beamed’ - onto my mind. I was reminded first of Times Radio, which has recently replaced BBC Radio 4 as my favourite station. Tom Whipple, the author of ‘The Battle of the Beams’ (Bantam Press, £20, ISBN 9781787634138), who also happens to be the science editor at The Times newspaper, is a regular commentator on science and technology for its radio counterpar
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