Automation World
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Lack of program documentation, insufficient knowledge of plant environments, and the disconnect between obsolescence and unplanned downtime must be resolved to optimize the use of automation in manufacturing.
Design World
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
By Mark Jones My wife, Erin, is now the proud owner of a plug-in hybrid vehicle. It is a purchase intended to make us more sustainable. Like previous purchases intended to reduce our environmental impact, it does not make economic sense. It is not our first hybrid. It is our first lithium-ion battery vehicle, fitting… The post Technical thinking: Debating sustainability losses and gains appeared first on Design World.
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Gary Mintchell
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
MachineMetrics positions itself in the analytics space translating from operations to ERP. It has released a scheduling solution called Production Schedule Intelligence touting scheduling accuracy, work-in-process optimization, and on-time delivery. This solution integrates real-time data and predictive analytics into operations connecting directly to both ERP and machines.
Robotics Business Review
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
NVIDIA CEO Jenson Huang ended his GTC 2024 keynote presentation backed by images of all of the various humanoid robots currently on the market that are powered by the Jetson Orin computer. | Credit: The Robot Report To be effective and commercially viable, humanoid robots will need a full stack of technologies for everything from locomotion and perception to manipulation.
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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
Automation World
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
From automotive, pharmaceutical and building products manufacturers to food processors, industrial users of Inductive Automation’s Ignition platform highlight how they’re using it to bridge the worlds of IT and OT.
Manufacturing Technology Today brings together the best content for manufacturing technology professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Robotics Automation News
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
Richtech Robotics, a Nevada-based provider of AI-driven service robots, has launched Scorpion, its AI-powered, single-arm beverage service robot. Providing customized drink recommendations based on preferences and mood, Scorpion leverages Nvidia AI technologies to support its cocktail and wine tasting programs.
Gary Mintchell
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Satire marketing can be a dangerous thing. Attacking a competitor or failing to find humor can kill the vibes. Consistent humor not derogatory toward any particular group but only toward a way of doing business that most everyone knows lacks awareness can be quite effective. When Quickbase marketers showed me the first sample of its “Status Co” marketing campaign, I shuddered.
Automation World
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
In this episode we connect with G Brooks-Zak of Outlier Automation to get insights on software-defined automation and how it can impact manufacturing, including what it means for IT/OT convergence, specific application benefits such as with predictive maintenance and AI, its current use in industry and cybersecurity.
Design World
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
Startups have it made. With a single match, they can ignite engineers’ creativity and fuel collaboration and quality naturally within their emerging cultures. Light the same match in a long-standing company, and many people flee and protest, clinging to the way things have always been. In chapter one of “Quality Management for Dummies” by Anthony… The post Make it easy to do the right thing appeared first on Design World.
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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.
Robotics Business Review
SEPTEMBER 22, 2024
SandRob robot can sand, polish, and trim complex shapes of any scale or size, the company said. | Source: Epica International Epica International raised an $18 million growth capital credit facility with various Avenue Capital Group funds. The initial funding of $13.5 million will be used to refinance existing debt, support strategic expansion, and accelerate research and development initiatives.
Gary Mintchell
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
My long-time colleague Julie Fraser is still at it. I remember the room where the Manufacturing Enterprise Solutions Association International (MESA) announced its first Metrics That Matter study. It was 2006. The Manufacturing Enterprise Solutions Association International (MESA) is working with Tech-Clarity, Inc. on the next iteration of its long-standing Analytics that Matter research program.
Automation World
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Blass’s strategies for balancing rapid time-to-market demands with robust control panel designs are critical for developing adaptable systems capable of accommodating future expansions and evolving requirements.
Design World
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
Construction tech startup Automated Architecture (AUAR) is shipping two of its robotic micro-factories to the U.S. in its first move to expand operations to North America. The first of their kind, AUAR’s micro-factories will be deployed by Rival Holdings, a real estate development and construction firm, to build thousands of sustainable and affordable homes across… The post AUAR ships robotic micro-factories to the US to build sustainable, affordable homes across the Midwest appeared first
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
Robotics Business Review
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
Organization: Sereact Country: Germany Website: sereact.ai Year Founded: 2021 Number of Employees: 11-50 Innovation Class: Technology, Product & Services Generative AI is a groundbreaking technology that was almost impossible to ignore in 2023. While researchers have been finding novel ways to harness generative AI and large language models (LLMs) for robotics, there haven’t been many companies that have been able to commercialize a system combining generative AI and robotics.
Gary Mintchell
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Efficiency improvements intrigue me. This technology area of automated storage and retrieval (ASRS) is a little outside my normal purview. The story has merits. Having witnessed a trend towards more small package orders and less frequent large stock pallet orders, MAHLE Aftermarket selected an efficient AutoStore empowered by Kardex robotic cube storage system to increase capacity and throughput.
Automation World
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
The CL Series of collaborative robots from Kawasaki Robotics feature payload capacities from 3kg to 10kg and reaches from 590mm to 1000mm.
Design World
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
ZEEKR is a new electric vehicle (EV) brand from Geely, a Chinese automotive company. Founded in 2021 in Ningbo, China, ZEEKR provides intelligent premium electric vehicles through new technologies and solutions. As a newly developed automotive maker, ZEEKR aims to create synergy between human and machine, striking a delicate balance between aesthetics and technology.
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Your Industrial IoT software is never ready to scale unless your platform can handle multiple assets at enterprise-level, deploy on any cloud, and provide a modern tech stack for rapid application development with complete IP Ownership, all while reducing cloud operations costs by 90% per connected device. In the technical paper developed with the product team behind Flex83, find how you can build & own your custom IoT platform on the Flex83 Middleware that: Is Scale-ready for 65M+ Connected Ass
Robotics Business Review
SEPTEMBER 21, 2024
Artificial muscles are powering a new robotic leg developed by researchers at ETH Zurich and the Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems (MPI-IS). Inspired by living creatures, the robotic leg jumps across different terrains in an agile and energy-efficient manner. As in humans and animals, an extensor and a flexor muscle ensure that the robot leg can move in both directions.
Industry Week
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
It’s all well and good for large enterprises to use AI for decision-making but what about smaller businesses without huge IT departments?
Automation World
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
DMG Mori, Renishaw and Siemens partner on a condition monitoring tool that enables traceability and closed-loop manufacturing.
Design World
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. will maintain its presence at WEFTEC, the water quality event, in New Orleans, LA, from Oct 5 to 9, 2024. WEFTEC is known for bringing together the world’s industry leaders, technologies, trends, and solutions to improve water quality and operations. To accommodate customers’ unique needs in the water/wastewater industry, Mitsubishi Electric… The post Mitsubishi Electric to exhibit at WEFTEC 2024 in New Orleans, LA appeared first on Design World.
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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.
Robotics Business Review
SEPTEMBER 22, 2024
Researchers at Michigan State University’s College of Engineering are integrating photoelastic gel for vision-based, tactile gel-robots. The goal is to help assistive robots be better at grasping various items. (Courtesy Jiabin Liu.) Research at Michigan State University is focused on teaching robots to use colors to perceive, visualize, and interpret interactions when manipulating objects.
Control.com
SEPTEMBER 21, 2024
The latest edge-computing controller from Advantech leverages artificial intelligence to speed up control decisions. The controller can be integrated with a carrier stack for even greater edge AI capability.
E&T
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
An ammonia-powered tugboat named NH3 Kraken has completed its maiden voyage as part of a research project designed to reduce carbon emissions from shipping.
Design World
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
Murrelektronik will showcase two groundbreaking innovations—MVK Fusion CIP Safety and Vario-X IPC—at Booth N-6043 in the North Building, McCormick Place, Chicago, IL, USA during PACK EXPO 2024, from Nov 3-6. These solutions help optimize packaging and process machine installations. The robust MVK Fusion CIP Safety fieldbus module presents a new opportunity to standardize modular processes,… The post Murrelektronik to showcase MVK Fusion CIP Safety, Vario-X IPC at PACK EXPO 2024 appeared fi
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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.
Robotics Business Review
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
Since its commercial release in 2020 , Boston Dynamics Inc.’s Spot robot has evolved to become more capable at facility inspection tasks. In that time, the quadruped robot as achieved greater autonomy and an ever-growing set of sensor payloads. In 2022, Waltham, Mass.-based Boston Dynamics won an RBR50 innovation award for its release of Spot Enterprise.
Plastics Today
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
Manufacturing Day is celebrated on Oct. 4 this year. Here’s why it’s important and how PTI Engineered Plastics, Plastics Ingenuity, and Westminster Tool are marking the day.
The Fabricator
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Milwaukee-based Mayville Engineering Co. Inc. has notified the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development that it will close its Wautoma, Wis., facility.
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