Automation World

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Automation is revolutionizing the way products are manufactured from traditional assembly lines to highly interconnected, data-driven factories.

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E&T

DECEMBER 23, 2024

As the year draws to a close, we at E+T magazine have been looking back at some of the most important trends in engineering and technology over the past year.

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DO Supply

DECEMBER 27, 2024

Overview: SMC Plus Controllers Allen-Bradley SMC Plus (Bulletin 150) controllers are compact, solid-state motor controllers designed to provide microprocessor-controlled starting or stopping of low-voltage, squirrel-cage AC induction motors with 3-phase power supply in the range of 200 to 600V AC. They are primarily intended to control induction motors rated from 0.33 to 1000 HP (Horsepower), but they can also operate resistive loads like space heaters and incandescent lights.

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Design World

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Kollmorgen has announced the launch of the P80360 stepper drive, the latest addition to its P8000 series. This new drive brings advanced functionality to the series, including closed-loop position control and full programmability, combining the precision of servo systems with the reliability and simplicity of stepper technology. Key features of the P80360 stepper drive include:… The post Kollmorgen expands P8000 series with P80360 stepper drive appeared first on Design World.

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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

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Gary Mintchell

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Two topics dominated my inbox this year. AI, of course, was one. Everything cybersecurity was the other. Mostly the various cybersecurity suppliers released a variety of reports and surveys. This report comes from Dragosthe OT Cyber Threat Intelligence Report. Ill be highlighting a few important notes from the blog post by Abdulrahman H. Alamri. The third quarter (July September) of 2024 brought transformative shifts to the ransomware landscape, emphasizing its dynamic and continuously evolving

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Robotics Business Review

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Massimo Motor’s new production facility with automated guided robots in Garland, Texas. Source: Massimo Group Massimo Motor Sports LLC, a manufacturer and distributor of powersports vehicles and pontoon boats, has added robotics to its new assembly line to streamline production and enhance quality control. “Our investment in advanced robotic technology and the introduction of the new T-Boss 560L and 760L models reflect our commitment to aligning our operations with the needs of our c

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Manufacturing Tomorrow

DECEMBER 27, 2024

WEARE. [9] December 2024 - Northland Tool and Electronics (NTE), one of the original premier spindle repair facilities in the United States, is excited to announce the asset acquisition of RMR Spindle Repair, Inc. (RMR), Belgium WI.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Professor Neeraj Sharma is a co-developer on a groundbreaking sustainable battery component at UNSW science. Image: UNSW Sydney Manufacturers Monthly sat down with Professor Neeraj Sharma from UNSW Science to discuss research into a sustainable lithium-ion battery component that utilises food-based acids. Despite lithium-ion batteries having applications across most household battery energy storage, vehicles and electronics, the current technology has limitations due to its graphite anodes.

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Modern Machine Shop

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Source: Monaghan Tooling Group Monaghan Tooling Group ’s Vergnano solid carbide and HSS hobs are engineered to meet demanding requirements of cylindrical gear manufacturing and more. They are also well suited for producing roller chain sprockets, timing pulleys, splines, serrations, power take offs, worm gears and other specialized profiles. Designed and manufactured to customer specifications, Vergnano hobs include a variety of configurations such as bore-type, shank-type, tandem, double-

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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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Robotics Business Review

DECEMBER 26, 2024

The PUDU D9 humanoid robot includes he DH11 advanced manipulators. Source: Pudu Robotics Pudu Technology Inc. last week unveiled its first full-sized bipedal humanoid robot, the PUDU D9. The Shenzhen, China-based company said it is aiming for “commercially viable embodied intelligence” with the PUDU D9, which will soon be available for pre-sale through its official website. “Customer centricity has always been at the core of PUDU’s values.

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Design World

DECEMBER 23, 2024

In this article, Almir Jakupovic, sales director at norelem, discusses how modular clamping systems provide engineers with an adaptable, efficient, and sustainable solution to meet the demands of high-precision industries. Precision metrology is essential in modern production, ensuring product quality, safety, and operating efficiency. In high-precision sectors such as automotive, aerospace, and electronics, engineers are… The post How modular clamping systems improve precision in metrolog

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The Guardian Manufacturing

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Exclusive: Labour Together urges government to de-risk supply chains by working with other countries The UK must become less dependent on China for critical minerals, an influential thinktank has concluded before a government strategy decision in the spring. In a report on rare earth minerals, which are essential components for hi-tech products from mobile phones to missiles, Labour Together said ministers should de-risk supply chains and reduce reliance on China by building partnerships with ot

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Robotics Automation News

DECEMBER 22, 2024

ABB Robotics has selected T-Robotics and Mbodi as the winners of its 2024 ABB Robotics AI Startup Challenge, marking what the industrial giant says is a significant milestone in advancing artificial intelligence solutions for industrial robotics.

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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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Robotics Business Review

DECEMBER 27, 2024

In March 2024, Abhishek Gupta, Jackson Jesionowski, and Ashish Gupta founded Open Droids around the idea of creating an open-source robot platform. The San Francisco-based company launched the R1D1 single-arm mobile manipulator in August 2024 and had a booth in the startup zone at RoboBusiness 2024. However, Open Droids did not have a physical robot at the show.

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Design World

DECEMBER 23, 2024

AutomationDirect has added Endress+Hauser Soliphant vibration rod level switches to detect fine- orcoarse-grained, non-fluidized bulk solids in silos, hoppers, and bins. They can even detect solids underwater, such as sediment buildup in a tank. These robust switches are insensitive to buildup, providing maintenance-free operation and easy setup with no calibration required.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

DECEMBER 22, 2024

Ransomware starts through phishing emails, weak or stolen credentials, or vulnerabilities in remote access software. Ransomware starts through phishing emails, weak or stolen credentials, or vulnerabilities in remote access software. Ransomware starts through phishing emails, weak or stolen credentials, or vulnerabilities in remote access software. Ransomware starts through phishing emails, weak or stolen credentials, or vulnerabilities in remote access software.Image: jijomathai/stock.adobe.com

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Robotics Automation News

DECEMBER 22, 2024

By Shinichiro Nakamura, president of one to ONE Holdings Global expansion accounts for more than half of all corporate growth in the past decade. So, its no surprise that manufacturers continue to penetrate new markets.

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Robotics Business Review

DECEMBER 21, 2024

Matternet’s M2 Drone can carry payloads of up to 2 kilograms (4.4 pounds) over distances of up to 20 kilometers (12.4 miles) over urban and suburban areas. | Source: Matternet Matternet, a provider of urban delivery drone technology, recently partnered with ANRA Technologies, a developer of unmanned aircraft system traffic management (UTM). Matternet will integrate ANRAs UTM capabilities with its software to manage fleets of drones.

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Design World

DECEMBER 26, 2024

AutomationDirect has added Advantech serial-to-Ethernet Modbus gateways allowing connections of isolated serial devices to the Internet for centralized machine communication management. Advantech Modbus gateways provide easy integration of Modbus TCP and Modbus RTU/ASCII networks and offer two 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports for LAN redundancy. These gateways can be set up and troubleshot with an easy-to-use… The post New serial-to-Ethernet Modbus gateways for centralized machine communication

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Manufacturer's Monthly

DECEMBER 26, 2024

To deliver the Henderson Defence Precinct, the Federal and State Governments signed an agreement. Images: Australian Government Department of Defence The Federal and State Governments have announced a dedicated Defence Precinct at Henderson Shipyard to enhance Western Australias shipbuilding and maintenance capabilities. One of this years largest defence developments saw government officials come together to announce a consolidated, Commonwealth-owned defence precinct at Western Australias Hende

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Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

DECEMBER 24, 2024

In a fast-evolving technological landscape, ignoring innovation could mean missing out on opportunities that will define the next decade. From healthcare advancements to energy storage breakthroughs and fully autonomous manufacturing, technologies at lower Technology Readiness Levels (TRLs) today have the potential to disrupt industries by 2030. Frost & Sullivans recent TechVision webinar, “ Future 18 Technologies: Why Ignorance Isnt Bliss Emerging Technologies Unlocking Commercial Op

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Robotics Business Review

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Sponsored by Parvalux by maxon. To beat the competition, engineers must shrink development times, optimize product performance and traverse an ever-growing number of supply chain issues. This is exacerbated by the fact that manufacturers carry less and less inventory in an effort to keep costs lean. This has made it a challenge to source parts for physical prototyping especially electric motor and motion systems.

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Modern Machine Shop

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Source: ANCA ANCA ’s advanced grinding solutions offer seamless finished tool grinding in a single setup, including blank preparation. The company’s setup features the P-axis Arobotech, which supports blanks at the grind point, enabling the efficient production of various tools with a surface finish below 0.2 Ra. This process significantly reduces cycle time while boosting productivity.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

DECEMBER 25, 2024

The mill has supplied fabrics for everything from school uniforms to vests for the Australian Images: Sunset Lover Silver Fleeces recovery marks a turning point for Australian textiles, underscoring the need for unified support from consumers, brands, and the government. In a victory for the Australian fashion manufacturing industry, Silver Fleece has been rescued from the brink of liquidation.

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Automation World

DECEMBER 27, 2024

How to understand how local and remote I/O modules can work for you.

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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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Robotics Business Review

DECEMBER 22, 2024

Waste Robotics uses FANUC robot arms to enable reliable and precise picking, it said. | Source: Waste Robotics Greyparrot and Waste Robotics partnered earlier this year to enhance Waste Robotics’ sortation capabilities. The company creates robots that sort a variety of wastes, including construction and demolition, recyclables, metals, and municipal solid waste, and the everyday items tossed out by the public.

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Manufacturing Tomorrow

DECEMBER 23, 2024

-Brenmiller is replacing Tempos fossil fuel boilers with a 32 MWh bGen thermal energy storage system to deliver sustainable process heat that is expected to mitigate 6,200 tons of carbon emissions annually -Tempo, partially owned by Heineken International B.V.

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Robotics Automation News

DECEMBER 22, 2024

A freight consortium in Europe has unveiled a proof-of-concept project that they say showcases the next phase of automated operations in port environments its autonomous terminal tractor, or ATT.

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