Automation World
JULY 19, 2024
Understanding the difference between seeing and detecting defects, and the limitations of current technology, is essential for setting realistic project goals and achieving successful implementations.
Design World
JULY 15, 2024
By Mike McGuire When a fastening application involves fastener performance or fastener product quality complaints, the following list of questions should be considered in an effort to understand the reason(s) and the scope of the problem being experienced and how to evaluate it and solve it. + Who is the supplier? When was the product… The post Fastening application troubleshooting appeared first on Design World.
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Gary Mintchell
JULY 18, 2024
Aras invited me to their annual customer event this year. Energy and ideas abounded. The next edition will be held in Boston March 31-April 3, 2025. Aras, a leader in product lifecycle management (PLM) and digital thread solutions, today announced today the date for its annual event, ACE 2025, taking place March 31-April 3, 2025, in Boston at the Hilton Boston Park Plaza.
E&T
JULY 16, 2024
Twenty Starlink satellites have fallen to Earth and burned up in the atmosphere just days after being launched into orbit due to a faulty rocket.
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Automation World
JULY 15, 2024
Yaskawa Electric’s Motoman Next also employs Nvidia’s Jetson Orin modules alongside Wind River Linux.
Manufacturing Technology Today brings together the best content for manufacturing technology professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Gary Mintchell
JULY 17, 2024
Cal Newport , computer science professor and author ( Slow Productivity ), noticed a sign while on book promotion tour in England regarding the noxious effects of overly processed food, aka junk food. The message caused a companion thought—junk food for the mind. He had been thinking about how social media, over reliance on smart phones, and the like have corrupted the minds of many throughout the world.
Robotics Business Review
JULY 17, 2024
A&K Robotics’ autonomous mobility pods are all-electric and offer a new way for people to navigate venues. | Source: A&K Robotics Delta-Q will be providing its battery chargers for A&K Robotics’ autonomous mobility pods. The companies say the partnership will help advance sustainable urban mobility initiatives across British Columbia.
Automation World
JULY 18, 2024
Batch processors’ exposure to automation business modeling can vary, but a high quality integrator can support effective establishment or expansion of this understanding for their clients’ benefit.
Design World
JULY 18, 2024
How linear motion solutions help one CNC machine manufacturer solve the problem of machining long drills. Russell Riddiford President of ANCA Americas ANCA CNC Machines Linear motion components play a central role in CNC machines. From linear actuation to bearings to the drive and control system, these components are key to the motion system […] The post Tackling long drill production challenges 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.
Gary Mintchell
JULY 19, 2024
• ResumeTemplates.com Survey Finds ChatGPT Helps 4 in 10 Users Get Raises, as Workers’ Fears of AI Fizzle Workers report that ChatGPT helps them save time, complete tasks more efficiently, and increase their productivity Everyone performs surveys these days. This company would not normally hit my radar. ResumeTemplates (think CV, not beginning again) provides a platform for free professional resume templates and examples.
Robotics Business Review
JULY 19, 2024
Continental mobile robots are deployed in logistics operations at manufacturing facilities. | Credit: Continental Continental Mobile Robots, a Frankfurt am Main, Germany-based division of Continental’s Automotive Group Sector, has developed mobile robots for use in automotive plants. The company provides a complete autonomous mobile robot ( AMR ), including hardware, an autonomy software stack, and fleet management software powered by artificial intelligence and backed by its partners.
Automation World
JULY 16, 2024
The growing demand for cable tray systems in North America is behind this planned 50/50 joint venture.
Design World
JULY 18, 2024
Anyone who follows which major topics are currently “trending” is sure to have come across the term “simplexity“ Composed of the two words “simplicity” and “complexity”, it is, at first glance, a combination of two opposites. Essentially, the term encompasses the desire for simple and intuitive operability of complex systems and programs, as well as… The post Everything is getting easier, thanks to ‘simplexity’ and some software a
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
Canadian Manufacturing
JULY 19, 2024
Dr. Jerome Kim, Director General of IVI (left), and Mélanie Joly, Canada’s Minister of Foreign Affairs (right), exchange Canada’s formal request to join IVI and the IVI BOT’s approval letter. Credit: IVI SEOUL — Mélanie Joly, Canada’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, visited the International Vaccine Institute’s (IVI’s) headquarters in Seoul, Republic of Korea, and announced Canada’s intention to join the IVI as a state party.
Robotics Business Review
JULY 17, 2024
There are lots of questions about humanoid robots as they start to make their way into commercial markets. While the “wheels versus legs” debate is the go-to topic, questions about the business model — cost, ROI, etc. — are also top of mind. Agility Robotics CEO Peggy Johnson gave us a quick peek behind the curtain for Digit while speaking at a tech conference this week.
Manufacturing Management
JULY 18, 2024
A major competition designed to get more young people involved in manufacturing has recognised the talented engineers of the future.
Design World
JULY 18, 2024
Nominees are sought for a new recognition program that celebrates the accomplishments and abilities of up-and-coming engineers. Engineering.com, one of Design World’s sibling publications, has launched Future Engineering Leaders, a recognition program designed to celebrate the achievements and contributions of engineers still in the early stages of their careers.
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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
MRPEasy
JULY 15, 2024
Supported by an MRP system from the ground up, Australian custom metal fabricator Aston Precision grew from a spare bedroom to an established industry player in just three years. “I got MRPeasy even before I got my first warehouse,” says CJ Prem, Founder and Director. Becoming an established supplier in just 3 years Aston Precision […] The post Metal Fabricator Implements MRP Software Before Even Renting a Warehouse appeared first on Blog for Manufacturers and Distributors.
Robotics Business Review
JULY 19, 2024
The F45.07 Robotics Applications Subcommittee will develop standards for A-UGVs such as this Husky agricultural robot. Source: Clearpath As robots spread from factories and warehouses to fields, standards need to keep up. ASTM International today said it has approved the formation of a new subcommittee on robotics applications. Its goal is to provide a venue where representatives from a variety of industries can come together to develop standards specific to their sectors.
Plastics Today
JULY 15, 2024
A new generation of detergent strips, tiles, and sheets from big brands and start-ups is disrupting plastic packaging in the laundry aisle.
Design World
JULY 17, 2024
Contributed by Del Williams When the demand for electronic chips outstrips supply, prices rise, impacting consumers and manufacturers alike. Just as volatile oil markets succumb to geopolitical tensions, shortages, and natural disasters, such factors also impact computer chip supply chains. Fluctuations in chip prices can ripple through the economy, affecting the cost of electronics, vehicles,… The post Manufacturers are “banking” electronic chips to protect against shortages a
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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.
The Fabricator
JULY 13, 2024
Fabricators are tapping into AI’s potential, using it to automate presentations and seeing how it can help with strategic planning. And they’re just getting started.
Robotics Business Review
JULY 18, 2024
Humanoids such as Tesla’s Optimus need commercial pilot studies, says Silicon Foundry. Credit: Eugene Demaitre Lately, not a week goes by without some announcement around humanoid robotics. However, developers should invest time and money into pilot studies now to identify the best tasks and commercial applications for their systems, according to Silicon Foundry. “We’ve been tracking the technology for a while to see the predicted timeline of what’s useful and viable,R
Control.com
JULY 18, 2024
Expanding its encoder offerings, Oriental Motor has manufactured four accurate, high-speed rotary encoders to detect belt deflection more quickly.
Design World
JULY 15, 2024
Pallet conveyors are hardly a new development, but the increasing speed and precision of these systems have made them the go-to conveyance option for a growing number of industries that are trying to boost throughput to keep up with demand. By Dave Giffels • Senior business development manager | Dorner Corp. Small electronics is one… The post Pallet conveying — for pacing small electronics and more appeared first on Design World.
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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.
The Fabricator
JULY 17, 2024
El experto en prensas dobladoras David Bishop, disipa algunos mitos comunes cuando se trata de herramientas para prensas.
Robotics Business Review
JULY 15, 2024
VidGen-1 applies generative AI to produce video sequences for training autonomous systems. Source: Helm.ai Training machine learning models for self-driving vehicles and mobile robots is often labor-intensive because humans must annotate a vast number of images and supervise and validate the resulting behaviors. Helm.ai said its approach to artificial intelligence is different.
Robotics Automation News
JULY 14, 2024
Richtech Robotics, a Nevada company and a provider of AI-driven service robots, has launched its latest robot: Medbot, an elevator delivery robot designed to streamline pharmacy operations with uninterrupted, 24/7 medications delivery. With high operational accuracy, Medbot improves healthcare facility efficiency with a secure delivery, reducing operating costs and improving the overall patient experience.
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