Donlouco

MARCH 6, 2023

The International Chamber of Commerce ( ICC ), through its International Commercial Terms ( Incoterms ), provides a set of international rules for the interpretation of the most commonly used trade terms in international transactions. Incoterms define the responsibilities of purchasers and sellers for the delivery of goods, including the costs and risks associated with the transfer of goods from the seller to the purchaser in different locations.

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Design World

MARCH 4, 2023

Discrete automation’s edge devices include actuators, sensors, and connectivity components such as gateways and motor-mounted controllers. Many of these components feature computational capabilities to minimize data bandwidth and latency issues associated with legacy versions of centralized control. Their installation at the furthest reaches of automated equipment means their processing power is situated to filter and… The post Top industrial connectivity and digital-transformation trends:

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Automation World

MARCH 7, 2023

The new Process Health component of Seeq Workbench applies analytics and machine learning to complex production, quality and optimization procedures in process manufacturing.

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SMMT

MARCH 6, 2023

Britain’s new car market rises 26.2% in February, in seventh consecutive month of growth. Battery electric deliveries rise 18.2%, with all plug-in cars taking almost a quarter market share. Plug-in uptake set to near half a million units in 2023, but Spring Budget measures needed to ensure a fair net zero transition for UK motorists. SEE CAR REGISTRATIONS BY BRAND DOWNLOAD PRESS RELEASE AND DATA TABLE UK new car registrations grew by 26.2% in February as 74,441 new cars joined Britain’s roads, a

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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.

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The Fabricator

MARCH 10, 2023

Fabricating aluminum brings with it a few challenges unique to bending and forming—getting sharp bends without cracking, reducing or eliminating galling, and preventing marking. Three press brake bending experts offer their assistance.

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Design World

MARCH 9, 2023

By Mark Jones On the second pull, there was a cloud of white smoke and the engine sputtered to life. My 20-year-old snowblower was ready to tackle the fresh snow. The 2-cycle fumes hitting my face come with twinges of guilty. I don’t need to use the snowblower. My trusty snow shovel offers a fumeless,… The post Time saved on energy consumed appeared first on Design World.

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SMMT

MARCH 6, 2023

Light commercial vehicle (LCV) registrations grow 8.5% in best February performance since 1998. Rising deliveries driven by demand for large vans, increasing by 14.0%, and small vans, up by 5.2%. Second month of growth in 2023 drives year-to-date market up 17.5% as supply chain constraints ease. SEE LCV REGISTRATIONS BY BRAND DOWNLOAD PRESS RELEASE AND DATA TABLE The UK new light commercial vehicle (LCV) market grew for the second consecutive month in February, rising by 8.5% to 17,540 units, ac

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Canadian Manufacturing

MARCH 9, 2023

Fraser Atkinson, CEO and Brendan Riley, President with the EV Star refrigerated box truck LOS ANGELES — GreenPower Motor Company Inc., announced the delivery of its first refrigerated box trucks to the University of California San Diego. “GreenPower has expanded its offering of purpose-built, all-electric commercial vehicles with the addition of the best-in-class, EV Star Refrigerated Box Truck,” said GreenPower Vice-President of Medium Duty & Commercial Vehicle Sales Claus Tritt

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Manufacturing 139

Design World

MARCH 4, 2023

In the first part of this series, we heard from industry experts about discrete automation’s edge devices; efforts to promote standards for increased system compatibilities and interoperabilities; and the rise of fog computing as well as industrial uses for wireless technologies such as 5G. In this follow-up piece, we detail the holistic approaches needed for… The post Top industrial connectivity and digital-transformation trends: Part 2 of 2 appeared first on Design World.

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Automation World

MARCH 8, 2023

Fluke's cloud-based thermal imaging workflow software—called Baseline—automates route execution and reporting to optimize asset maintenance.

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Plastics News

MARCH 8, 2023

At the space draw for NPE2024, set for May 6-10, 2024, in Orlando, Fla., more than 1,100 exhibitors snapped up 1.02 million square feet of space for 1,259 booths for the event from the Plastics Industry Association.

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Gary Mintchell

MARCH 10, 2023

More news from the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, this one concerning working with telco networks. In brief: New network Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) will enable developers to build and innovate with telco network capabilities Deutsche Telekom and T-Mobile US address global use cases with joint platform and new network APIs First partner: Siemens Energy optimizes user experience for remote maintenance using a Quality-on-Demand (QoD) API Collaboration with Microsoft will make it

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Design World

MARCH 7, 2023

Endress+Hauser has announced the opening of a new 48,000 ft2 Indianapolis, Indiana-based regional logistics hub, marking a further milestone in the company’s project aimed to boost the fulfillment of customer orders and satisfaction on a local and global scale. “This new regional logistics hub will allow us to move products through a global network regardless… The post Endress+Hauser opens new regional logistics hub in Indiana appeared first on Design World.

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Automation World

MARCH 10, 2023

Industrial WLANs enable the connection of automated equipment for improved operational efficiency.

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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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The Fabricator

MARCH 10, 2023

Dynamic beam laser (DBL) technology might be a harbinger in the industrial lasers arena. No longer static, the laser beam can be shaped, sequenced, and focused in multiple ways to suit an application’s and metal fabrication shop's needs.

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Gary Mintchell

MARCH 9, 2023

More news released at the Mobile World Congress—this one a collaboration for Edge compute between the LF Edge group within the Linux Foundation and the Open Grid Alliance. They will initially focus on functional specifications of the Grid Nodes. I have followed and written about the Linux Foundation many times over the past 7-8 years. The Open Grid Alliance is a member-supported 501(c)(6) organization that produces collaborative, vendor-neutral strategies to re-architect the Internet with grid

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Design World

MARCH 9, 2023

One of the most valuable pieces of “real estate” in any magazine is the page facing the inside back cover. Over the years, I’ve known many publications — both trade and consumer — with must-read departments or columns in that sacred space. Many times, they’re on the lighthearted or even humorous side. I’ve even subscribed… The post A new way of thinking appeared first on Design World.

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Plastics Today

MARCH 9, 2023

In partnership with suppliers, recyclers, and researchers, the automaker is investigating ways to close the loop on materials such as plastic, steel, aluminum, and glass.

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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

Manufacturing

The Fabricator

MARCH 7, 2023

For metal fabricators considering adding powder coating capabilities, they need to understand what they are getting into. It’s not as easy as just adding equipment.

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Gary Mintchell

MARCH 8, 2023

Moxa sends releases about new products at times. I don’t write about the essential backbone of automation/IoT/digital transformation often enough. It’s not always sexy. But it is essential. Maybe 5G gets a little sexy, but implementation seems still distant. This news concerns wireless networking designed to enhance Autonomous Guided Vehicles and Autonomous Mobile Robots.

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Design World

MARCH 7, 2023

AutomationDirect has added advanced panel meters and a universal power meter to their Trumeter ADM series of graphical panel meters. These easy-to-read panel meters display critical parameters, provide a user-programmable scale and custom alarm messages which will immediately alert operators when a parameter is out of range. Trumeter ADM200 advanced graphical panel meters feature a… The post AutomationDirect adds Trumeter graphical panel meters to their appeared first on Design World.

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Plastics News

MARCH 7, 2023

The American Chemistry Council has a new report out showing that, on average, from 2012 to 2021 the amount of plastics in the car increased by 16 percent 411 pounds.

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The Fabricator

MARCH 9, 2023

The Federal Highway Administration has removed all “Buy America” requirements for steel used in the fabrication of charging stations.

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Gary Mintchell

MARCH 6, 2023

This news of Telit rebranding sent my memory back many years to a spinoff company called ILS Technology whose executives would whisk me off to a hotel suite for demos of their connectivity technology. That company was acquired by what eventually became Telit. That company has continued to evolve into applications as diverse as telematics/ asset tracking, EVs, smart utilities, smart cities, security/ surveillance, healthcare and enterprise all related to IoT technology.

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Manufacturing 130

Design World

MARCH 7, 2023

Global technology and software maker Emerson has launched its new ASCOTM Series 262 and 263 Biodiesel Valves, the first combustion valves certified for use with biodiesel blended fuel in industrial and commercial boilers in the Americas and Asia. These biodiesel valves make it possible for district heating and commercial boiler burner applications to transition to… The post Emerson introduces combustion shutoff valves certified for biodiesel use in Americas and Asia appeared first on Desig

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Plastics Today

MARCH 6, 2023

Collaboration to recycle LLDPE for food packaging, PepsiCo trial for paper-based multipack packaging, prize-winning tech for flexibles recycling, Constantia acquires Drukpol Flexo.

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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.

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The Fabricator

MARCH 6, 2023

As it tries to do more with less, Raytec Fabricating combines its new panel bender with its punching/shearing machine to create an automated fabricating system in its New Holland, Pa.-based job shop.

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Plastics News

MARCH 9, 2023

The U.S. government's lead negotiator on the global plastics treaty told an industry conference about changes that could be coming from the agreement and outlined U.S. priorities.

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Design World

MARCH 10, 2023

The small plug-in motor controllers of the CPB series from Nanotec are easy to integrate into existing applications and customer boards. Available in three sizes with rated power of 150, 300, and 750 W, they have the same features and identical pin assignments on the logic connector. As a result, several performance classes of a […] The post Plug-in controllers from Nanotec feature compact size, high power ratings appeared first on Design World.

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Robotics Automation News

MARCH 10, 2023

Today, automation is revolutionizing productivity and bringing other benefits across almost all industries. Agriculture is also shifting from manual labor towards a highly automated model where almost no workers are required on site.

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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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