The Automated Factory Ushers in a New Era of Manufacturing
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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The year in review: 2024’s biggest technology and engineering stories
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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Getting Started with the SMC Plus: A Practical Guide for Automation Applications
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.
Kollmorgen expands P8000 series with P80360 stepper drive
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.
Precision in Motion: Why Process Optimization Is the Future of Manufacturing
Speaker: Jason Chester, Director, Product Management
In today’s manufacturing landscape, staying competitive means moving beyond reactive quality checks and toward real-time, data-driven process control. But what does true manufacturing process optimization look like—and why is it more urgent now than ever? Join Jason Chester in this new, thought-provoking session on how modern manufacturers are rethinking quality operations from the ground up.
Dragos Releases 3rd Quarter 2024 Industrial Ransomware Report
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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Massimo Motor adds mobile robots to production line for UTVs
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
Northland Tool and Electronics Inc Announces the Acquisition of RMR Spindle Repair, Inc.
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.
Establishing sustainable batteries one component at a time
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.
Monaghan Hobbing Tool Addresses Wide Range of Applications
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-
AI-Enabled Robotics Software for Manufacturing Automation: Speeding Time-to-Value
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Robots are a cornerstone of a smart factory, automating a wide range of manufacturing tasks that are monotonous, physically straining, or even hazardous. However, real-world robotics deployments have not lived up to the revolutionary potential the industrial sector had originally envisioned. Robot implementations are typically confined to specific applications, carry high costs, and are time-consuming.
Pudu Robotics launches PUDU D9 humanoid robot
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.
How modular clamping systems improve precision in metrology
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
Unitree Robotics releases new lidar system with ‘200 percent performance increase’
Robotics Automation News
DECEMBER 24, 2024
Unitree Robotics says its new L2 4D lidar is an ideal solution for robot vacuums, intelligent distribution systems, smart factories, and more. Unitree, a global robotics company that develops and sells consumer and industry-level, high-performance robots, has released an upgraded 4D lidar.
UK must be less dependent on China for critical minerals, says thinktank
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
Why Smart Factories Are the Only Path to Successful Onshoring
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The golden age of offshoring is over, and simply bringing production home isn’t enough. This eBook breaks down why smart factories are the essential path to successful onshoring in a volatile global economy. You'll explore a shift from nostalgia to reinvention: how digital-first systems, real-time feedback loops, and empowered frontline teams make onshore production faster, more adaptive, and more resilient.
Open Droids develops both single and dual arm mobile manipulators
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.
AutomationDirect adds Endress+Hauser’s vibration rod level switches to detect bulk solids
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.
ABB Robotics selects T-Robotics and Mbodi as AI startup winners
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.
How Australian manufacturers can mitigate ransomware issues
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
Are You Over-Complicating Your Linear Motion or Leaving It Out Altogether?
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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.
Top 10 robotics developments of 2024
Robotics Business Review
DECEMBER 27, 2024
The humanoid frenzy that began in 2023 continued throughout 2024. This year, six of our top 10 stories were about or mentioned humanoid robots. In addition to falling robot sales in North America, our readers were also interested in growing robotics communities in the U.S. and big trade shows. Here are the top 10 most popular stories on The Robot Report in 2024.
New serial-to-Ethernet Modbus gateways for centralized machine communication management
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
Building an Integrated, End-to-End R&D and Manufacturing Service Platform with Innovative R&D and High-end Preparation Technologies
Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing
DECEMBER 25, 2024
Aligning with Industry Trends: Healthnice Advances Step by Step Amid the global pharmaceutical industry’s evolution, high-end preparations have become a mainstream trend in drug development. In 2016, China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology identified high-end preparations as a key development area, recognized for their superior compliance, safety, and convenience.
Defence shipbuilding hits milestone with new precinct
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
How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control
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
Matternet adds ANRA’s UTM tech to expand drone delivery
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.
How manufacturing leaders can thrive when entering new markets
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.
Top Emerging Technologies: Revolutionizing Healthcare, Energy, and Manufacturing by 2030
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
Knitting a stronger future for Australian textiles
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.
Speeding Robotics Automation with AI
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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.
Modular motors and gearboxes make product development simple
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.
5 Ways Advanced Servo Drives Can Improve Your Automation Precision
DO Supply
DECEMBER 25, 2024
Advanced servo drives are essential for improving automation systems’ precision in a variety of sectors. In this article, we will discuss how these drives provide precise and seamless operations by talking about the integration of high-resolution feedback, adaptive tuning, torque control, sophisticated motion control algorithms, and real-time position error correction.
ANCA Grinding Platform Boosts Tool Grinding Productivity
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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