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A t the 2023 Hannover Messe, the world’s largest exhibition of industrial automation solutions, Canadian companies showcased their advanced manufacturing capabilities. The annual conference was hosted in Hannover, Germany in April 2023. Hannover Messe is the event where companies bring the latest research and emerging technologies, and speculative demos for future processes to spark ideas and strategies for the long term.
According to IT professionals like Aaron Kane from CTI Technology in Chicago, Jeremy Kushner from digital transformation consulting company BACS Consulting Group, and Ashu Bhoot from Orion Networks, an IT services firm in Washington DC, Robotic Process Automation (RPA) is steadily transforming the Information Technology (IT) sector by automating manual tasks and business processes.
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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.
Miami University engineering students and the Cincinnati Recreation Commission ran the multiweek NumberUp workshop as part of the NBT summer camp series.
Engineers around the world are designing increasingly compact products. To meet their needs, igus®, the Germany-based manufacturer of motion plastics, has developed micro gears with modules down to 0.2. The gear teeth have dimensions very close to that of human hair. However, thanks to high-performance plastics, they still allow low-wear, precise movements for high-quality products… The post As fine as a human hair: new igus micro gears with 0.2 module appeared first on Design World.
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Engineers around the world are designing increasingly compact products. To meet their needs, igus®, the Germany-based manufacturer of motion plastics, has developed micro gears with modules down to 0.2. The gear teeth have dimensions very close to that of human hair. However, thanks to high-performance plastics, they still allow low-wear, precise movements for high-quality products… The post As fine as a human hair: new igus micro gears with 0.2 module appeared first on Design World.
I brought two questions along to my visit to Folsom, California and the 11 th Ignition Community Conference. How are people using HMI/SCADA software? Why, after all these years, do companies still need to pursue “digital transformation”? I’ll have a few posts from the event. Plenty of news. And time to write since I wasn’t invited to the user group meeting in Anaheim starting today.
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By Barry Nelson, Public Relations Coordinator, WAGO Corporation Push-In Connection with tool operation: With any push-in terminal block, solid or ferruled wires can be inserted into the block without the use of any tool in order to make a connection. This actuation style requires the insertion of a tool only for the introduction of stranded… The post WAGO TOPJOB® S Terminal Block Variants: What is Best for Your Application?
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
Siemens Digital Industries Software shows how its Tecnomatix Plant Simulation software can be used to model, simulate and analyze production systems at all levels.
My mission involves going beyond the hype of the marketing term digital transformation into the reality of implementation. Companies have actually been doing this for many years. It’s just that we learn better ways to implement it, and suppliers have developed better tools. This implementation will be interesting to watch unfold. Rockwell Automation aids iconic BIC to shift towards standardized and paperless operations with its Plex Manufacturing Execution System (MES).
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Is there a manufacturing process that is being automated that needs to move a product from station to station? If so, there will be a multitude of choices to accomplish this movement or transfer between stations. For engineers, designers, customers, and managers, the questions on what product to use always arise. Making a decision on… The post How to Approach you Automated process with a LFA Precision Link Conveyor appeared first on Design World.
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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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The SAFER Workplace initiative promotes workplace safety to reduce the potential of near misses, accidents, and injuries. The SAFER acronym is based on the 5 fundamental steps used to conduct a risk assessment and stands for STOP, ASSESS, FORMULATE, EXECUTE, and REVIEW. These steps are fundamental to properly addressing any concerns such as unsafe operations… The post SAFER Workplace appeared first on Design World.
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AutomationDirect has added new SureServo2 servo systems that accept 460 Vac three-phase input power. With output power from 400 W to 15 kW, these 12 new perfectly matched sets of servo motors, drives, cables, and accessories have all the features of our existing SureServo2 servo systems: on-board motion controller with registration, electronic camming, and event-based… The post New SureServo2 servo systems accept 460 Vac three-phase input power appeared first on Design World.
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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