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Role of Portable Inspection Systems in Smart Manufacturing

Metrology

Manual portable inspection solutions can continue to pursue a role in smart manufacturing. The post Role of Portable Inspection Systems in Smart Manufacturing appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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If Manufacturing Operations Data is the New Oil, What Are You Doing with It?

iBASEt

A little over 15 years ago, British mathematician Clive Humbly declared “Data is the New Oil,” a statement that has sparked numerous subsequent discussions about the value of information. Various thought leaders have since expanded on the metaphor with points including: • Just as crude oil has limited uses before it is refined, raw data doesn’t provide much useful information until it is analyzed and categorized. • Data is now an extremely valuable resource, and businesses that collect and contr

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Simulation tool developed to help robots handle fluids

Control Engineering

Robotics insights FluidLab is a simulation tool from researchers at the MIT CSAIL designed to enhance robot learning for complex fluid manipulation tasks. It uses a physics simulator capable of seamlessly calculating and simulating various materials and their interactions, all while harnessing the power of graphics processing units (GPUs) for faster processing.

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Fully Automatic Measuring and Programming Palletiser

Granta Automation

Auto programming is an advance on Granta’s already patented software options. By combining a laser measuring system and the Granta software, no programming is required at all to set up pallet stack patterns and program the robot. The product is … Continue reading → The post Fully Automatic Measuring and Programming Palletiser first appeared on Granta Automation.

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Speeding Robotics Automation with AI

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.

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Smart Manufacturing Conference 2023

Manufacturer's Monthly

Now is the time to embrace the future of manufacturing and take the next step! Become a smart manufacturer and make sure to attend this event for valuable insights on creating your digital transformation strategy. Event details Date: Wednesday 20 September 2023 Time: 0900 – 1700 Ticket Price: Early Bird (ends 30 June 2023) – $450 + GST; Standard – $495 + GST.

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Choosing the Right Safety Devices

Automation World

The road to effective industrial safety should begin with a risk assessment before determining which safety devices to apply.

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Four Ways to Build a Culture of Honesty and Avoid ‘Productivity Paranoia’

Gary Mintchell

Trust seems to be a commodity in short supply these days—if we are to believe all the media we might be consuming. My personality type tends to trust most people upon first meeting allowing them time to prove themselves either worthy of trust or someone to avoid. Many people default to distrust allowing another to perhaps overcome the distrust—if ever they can.

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New car market maintains momentum with tenth month of growth

SMMT

New car registrations rise 16.7% to deliver 10th consecutive month of growth as supply continues to improve. Market records longest uninterrupted period of growth since 2015 – but remains -21.0% down on 2019. Drivers continue switch to electric vehicles as BEV volumes grow 58.7% to take 16.9% market share. SEE CAR REGISTRATIONS BY BRAND DOWNLOAD PRESS RELEASE AND DATA TABLE The UK new car market has posted its longest uninterrupted period of expansion for eight years, as registrations grew 16.7%

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OKW’s “Go-Anywhere” MINI-DATA-BOX plastic enclosures

Design World

OKW’s smart new MINI-DATA-BOX plastic enclosures for ‘go-anywhere’ miniaturized electronics are now available in customized versions. MINI-DATA-BOX is perfect for applications including IoT/IIoT, automation, security/surveillance, environmental monitoring, measurement and control, smart logistics, peripherals, interfaces, and ICT. OKW can now supply MINI-DATA-BOX fully customized.

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The Manufacturing Edge: Five Strategies to Outpace the Competition

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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Striking a Balance Between Man and Machine

Automation World

While a majority of the American workforce supports AI in the workplace, they still would prefer a human-in-command approach to machine integration.

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beanz Magazine Expands Distribution, Reaches More Children in At-Risk Communities

Gary Mintchell

Publisher Awarded Exclusive Google Ad Grant; Appeals for Donations to Reach Distribution Goals This press release appeared in today’s email deluge. I’ve checked it out as much as I can. It appears to be worthy of consideration. Check it out and consider if you’d like to donate. beanz, the award-winning magazine bringing educational and inspirational content about science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM) to children, adults and teachers, is expanding its distribution to reach more c

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New van market maintains growth in May

SMMT

New light commercial vehicle registrations reach 25,359 units in May, up 15.3% on last year in the fifth consecutive month of rising demand. Deliveries of new battery electric vans grow by a fifth (19.8%) to 1,041 units, as more businesses enjoy the benefits of the latest green tech. 135,296 vans now registered in 2023 thanks to easing supply chain disruptions and sustained demand for larger vehicles.

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WAGO tabs Amy Harlan as new business development manager

Design World

With an extensive background in electronics and device connectivity, Amy Harlan has been named WAGO’s new Business Development Manager for Device Connection Technology. After spending time in the field as a sales representative and regional sales manager, Amy has spent over 8 years in a similar role preparing herself for her new position with WAGO.… The post WAGO tabs Amy Harlan as new business development manager appeared first on Design World.

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Are You Over-Complicating Your Linear Motion or Leaving It Out Altogether?

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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2023 FAB 40: In-house training foundational for SteelCraft’s growth

The Fabricator

SteelCraft has undergone a significant rebranding, with previous legacy brands consolidating under one umbrella. Through it all, though, one constant has remained: a strong focus on training.

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Xaba and Rolleri Partner to Develop a Cognitive Autonomous Cobot Workcell

Gary Mintchell

This press release just released today looked interesting, but it also hit some of my anti-hype hot buttons. First, most automation news coming my way lately concerns robotics and more specifically cobots—collaborative robots. The collaborative may be interpreted in one of several ways. Today’s news concerns a collaboration (ahem) of Xaba , developers of xCognition, the first AI-driven robotics and CNC machine controller, and Rolleri Holding SpA focused on the development of a cognitive, autono

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IBM to open quantum computing data centre in Europe in 2024

E&T

The facility will be located in Ehningen, Germany. It will host multiple IBM quantum computing systems, each with utility-scale quantum processors of more than 100 qubits, the company has said. The quantum data centre will serve as IBM Quantum’s European cloud region, with the goal of providing access to these new technologies for research institutes, companies and public organisations in the region.

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WAGO announces hiring of new western zone manager

Design World

WAGO Corporation has recently named Brandon Draper their new zone manager for the Western U.S. This territory includes California and parts of Northern Nevada. Having received his Master’s in Engineering from Cornell as well as a Master’s in Business from Purdue University, Brandon has held various management positions. These include being head of Sales and… The post WAGO announces hiring of new western zone manager appeared first on Design World.

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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

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U.S. Department of Commerce Announces CHIPS for America R&D Leaders

NIST Manufacturing

“We are building a national R&D ecosystem that will keep our budding semiconductor manufacturing base one of the world’s most technologically advanced,” said NIST Director Laurie E. Locascio.

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2023 FAB 40: Performance brings opportunity for metal fabricator BTD

The Fabricator

Like many metal fabrication companies, BTD struggles to hire enough workers. Its automation initiative won’t solve every problem, but it remains a key part of the solution for the independent subsidiary of the publicly traded Otter Tail Corp.

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Kickstart: A more complicated Pride Month

Plastics News

While recent years have heard complaints about "rainbow washing" by corporations during Pride Month, this year, companies are facing a very different atmosphere.

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AutomationDirect adds a line-up of motor controls from IronHorse

Design World

AutomationDirect has added new IronHorse manual motor protectors, contactors, thermal overload relays, and a wide variety of supported accessories to their growing lineup of motor control products. The IronHorse HMC series contactors are a very economical solution and feature an advanced design with a sealed structure to prevent arc flash exposure; electronic coils are available… The post AutomationDirect adds a line-up of motor controls from IronHorse appeared first on Design World.

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Build & Own Scale-Ready Industrial IoT Solution on Flex83 Middleware

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

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Apple Vision Pro–Useful for Industrial and Manufacturing Applications?

Gary Mintchell

Welcome to the era of spatial computing, where digital content blends seamlessly with your physical space. So you can do the things you love in ways never before possible. This blurb came from Apple PR’s write up of the new Vision Pro—the long-awaited AR/VR headset. Apple made no mention of the “M” word. Here is what they called it. “Welcome to the era of spatial computing, where digital content blends seamlessly with your physical space.

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Children spend more time online than in the real world

E&T

The IET polled 1,000 parents whose children belong to Generation Alpha (children born after 2010), finding that 57 per cent of them spend the majority of their free time on online platforms, equating to one whole day (23 hours) every week. This figure is even higher when looking at 12 and 13-year-olds, of which 67 and 66 per cent spend most of their recreational time online.

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PP resin prices saw a big drop in May

Plastics News

North American polypropylene resin prices declined in May as a result of weaker demand and lower feedstock costs.

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New online event from Eplan: Eplan L!ve: Best practices and more in two-and-a-half hours

Design World

What are the current trends for engineering in the global market? How can topics including the energy transition, networking ecosystems, the skilled-worker shortage, and the digital transformation be implemented in the best way possible as regards engineering? Solutions provider Eplan will be providing focused answers to these questions during its new online event “Eplan L!

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Retrofits Are Falling Short: Here’s Why You Need MES + ERP Together

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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A Q&A with the welder behind popular YouTube channel Red Beard’s Garage

The Fabricator

Greg Davis of Red Beard’s Garage talks about his shop, the pros and cons of social media, and notable metal fabrication projects: go-karts, buggies, minibikes, and other small vehicles.

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FLO announces that its charging stations will offer NACS and broader usage

Canadian Manufacturing

FLO NYC Curbside Charger. Photo Credit: Ignacio Ciocchini, Industrial Designer (CNW Group/FLO) AUBURN HILLS — FLO Chief Product Officer Nathan Yang issued the following statement in response to the announcement that multiple automakers will adopt the North America Charging Standard (NACS): “FLO welcomes initiatives to standardize charging hardware in North America because we believe it will help eliminate confusion for EV drivers.

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At plastics treaty, designing bottle bills for the 'Global South'

Plastics News

A Spanish group that advocates for bottle bills wants the global plastics treaty to help speed their adoption in poorer countries and do it in a way that protects people collecting scrap on the streets.

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