Robotics Business Review
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
The Pitchfire Startup Competition has been an opening-day highlight for years at RoboBusiness , which runs Oct. 16-17 in Santa Clara, Calif. Pitchfire, which happens on Oct. 16 from 4-4:45 PM at the Santa Clara Convention Center, is a must-attend event for investors, robotics entrepreneurs and innovation leaders alike. Six robotics startups will compete this year for a $5,000 first-place prize.
Design World
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Carlo Gavazzi has introduced the new RSGT Series Soft Starters, an easy-to-use product range for AC 3-phase induction motors up to 75 hp / 55 kW. Only three settings (FLC, ramp-up, ramp-down) are required to maximize ease of use without compromising performance. The self-learning algorithm adjusts the soft starter’s parameters to work with different applications… The post Self-learning 3-phase soft starters for motors up to 75 hp/55 kW appeared first on Design World.
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Automation World
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
A project team from Mitsubishi Electric Corporation beat the previous record by 0.075 seconds using a robot equipped with high-speed, high-precision factory automation equipment and control technology.
The Fabricator
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
When you charge more for rush orders, what happens when you shorten standard lead times? No surprise, fewer people pay for faster delivery, but there’s a big upside.
Speaker: Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions
In an era where efficiency is king, are you leveraging the right tools to transform your manufacturing processes? A Manufacturing Execution System (MES) is critical for enhancing operational efficiency, reducing waste, and optimizing energy usage—key factors for improving your bottom line and lowering your carbon footprint. Join Nikhil Joshi, a manufacturing technology expert with 18+ years of hands-on experience, in this new webinar as he uncovers the secrets of MES and how to best utilize thes
Robotics Business Review
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Mobile robots are autonomously delivering meals from Toronto Zoo’s central kitchen to the animal habitats. | Credit: Real Life Robotics Real Life Robotics Inc. officially launched its flagship delivery robot platform, BUBS, as part of a pilot project at the Toronto Zoo. The launch coincided with the zoo’s 50th-anniversary celebration on Aug. 15.
Design World
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Today I had the opportunity to speak with ITT Enidine National Sales Manager Rob Marshick about the company’s range of small bore adjustable industrial shock absorbers and mounting accessories. The New Corrosion Resistance Series (CRS) Stainless Steel Shock Absorbers are now available with a 17-4PH stainless steel cylinder, piston rod, and piston cap.
Manufacturing Technology Today brings together the best content for manufacturing technology professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Control.com
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Catch up on all the news from your favorite companies. We cover all the latest innovations in motors, sensors, robots, networking, and even some exciting company development news!
Robotics Business Review
SEPTEMBER 13, 2024
Boston Dynamics hosted MassRobotics’ latest Women in Robotics event. Credit: Sayo Tirrell, MassRobotics WALTHAM, Mass. — Women may be underrepresented in robotics, but there are opportunities for those who can collaborate, learn, and mentor, said speakers at a Women in Robotics event held by MassRobotics this week. Only 19% of robotics engineers are female in 2024, according to CareerExplorer.
Design World
SEPTEMBER 13, 2024
To meet the complex factory automation challenges of tomorrow, linear motion systems are evolving to become quicker, more economical, and more sustainable. Kevin Straub Bosch Rexroth Linear motion components are central to the functioning of a host of machines and mechatronic systems. They enable reliable guidance, precise positioning, and advanced handling capabilities.
Automation World
SEPTEMBER 13, 2024
Two examples of manufacturers at differing levels of their digital transformation journey show how prioritizing the experience of frontline workers is critically important.
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Cisco Smart Manufacturing
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
AI is everywhere. Especially in sales. But how do you separate the hype from reality? Ignacio Castroverde, Senior Director within Global Virtual Sales, shares what Cisco is doing with AI to help our sellers become faster, more creative, and more helpful to our customers and partners.
Robotics Business Review
SEPTEMBER 13, 2024
Service robotics vendor Pudu Technology Inc. this week launched the PUDU MT1, a robotic sweeper designed to autonomously clean large-scale industrial environments such as home improvement stores, warehouses, and manufacturing plants. By using artificial intelligence, the MT1 promises to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and ensure a consistently high level of cleanliness, said the company. “The scale and complexity of modern facilities require advanced cleaning solutions that go beyond tra
Design World
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
In this case, the digit is a finger. Advanced robots designed to interact on a personal level with humans will need hands that can sense a variety of interactions. To do this and achieve the right level of dexterity and avoid excessive force, several sensing techniques could be employed – some at the same time […] The post What sensors are in a digit?
Automation World
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Valuable guidance on handling unique and demanding flow measurement scenarios.
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Sit down with Karan Talati, CEO of First Resonance, to explore the significant contributors to waste in the manufacturing industry. Karan delves into two critical areas: material waste and data waste. He discusses how material waste impacts costs and efficiency, and the often-overlooked issue of data waste—where valuable data is not captured, leading to inefficiencies in managing inventory and operations.
Manufacturing Management
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
A Deeside-based pioneer in electronics manufacturing is targeting growth and new markets with the support of a university business scheme, Insider Media reported.
Robotics Business Review
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
The new Reacher collaborative robot arms from Rethink Robotics. | Credit: Rethink Robotics Rethink Robotics is making a bold return to Boston with a new roster of collaborative robot arms, autonomous mobile robots, and a mobile manipulator. The company started developing cobots in Boston back in 2008, but it had to revamp its product line and find new owners.
Design World
SEPTEMBER 13, 2024
Like all EXAIR spray nozzles, the FloodStream, HollowStream, and FullStream Liquid Atomizing Nozzles are inexpensive, versatile, and efficient. They offer a suitable solution for cooling, cleaning, washing, rinsing, and dust suppression applications in industry. These liquid nozzles produce a uniform liquid distribution with small to large droplets.
Automation World
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
EZAutomation's new Production Monitor provides a cost-effective way to measure and improve productivity across semi-automated manufacturing processes.
Speaker: Shalini Dinesh
Effective cross-functional collaboration and communication heavily influence product launch success. Research shows that as many as 70% of product launches fail due to inadequate coordination among stakeholders, including supply chain, product management, legal, marketing, and change control teams (Gartner, 2022). The 2023 Supply Chain Insights Report highlights that 60% of supply chain disruptions are caused by poor communication and misalignment among cross-functional teams.
E&T
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Voyager 1 uses its thrusters to stay pointed at Earth so it can receive commands and send back science data, but after 47 years in space some of the fuel tubes had become clogged.
Robotics Business Review
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
The Robot Report Podcast · Unpacking Amazon’s unique Covariant AI acquisition In Episode 162 of The Robot Report Podcast, co-hosts Steve Crowe and Mike Oitzman discuss the latest robotics news from the last week, including a review of the July funding report, which topped $1.3B. 1X also unveiled the NEO Beta humanoid model and prepares for pilot deployments into test home environments.
Design World
SEPTEMBER 13, 2024
AutomationDirect has added more options to the ReeR MOSAIC safety controller family. The MOSAIC-M1S-USBC has all the features of the enhanced MOSAIC-M1S master controller module, including embedded digital inputs, OSSD outputs, and expansion capabilities, but also offers a USB-C programming port. The new ReeR MOSAIC MZERO controllers are simple standalone safety controllers with plenty of… The post AutomationDirect adds more ReeR MOSAIC Safety Controller options appeared first on Design Wo
Robotics Automation News
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
By Marc Fasteau and Ian Fletcher This article is extracted from the robotics case study in Industrial Policy for the United States: Winning the Competition for Good Jobs and High-Value Industries by Marc Fasteau and Ian Fletcher.
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Foundation Wellness, an orthotic and foot care product leader, transformed its manufacturing by implementing the Manufacturing Execution System FORCE MES FLEX from FORCAM ENISCO. Previously hindered by manual data collection, the company needed more efficiency and a proactive approach. Adopting an MES enhanced data visibility and enabled data-driven decision-making.
Canadian Manufacturing
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
The flagship ChargeStop EV Station is at 8106 99 St. NW in Edmonton. (CNW Group/ChargeStop Technologies Inc.) EDMONTON — ChargeStop Technologies is opening an EV station in the Strathcona neighbourhood of Edmonton on September 12. ChargeStop is a franchise-based, EV-only service station concept with plans to open additional locations across Canada in 2025.
Metrology
SEPTEMBER 8, 2024
The main task is to ensure the dimensional accuracy of the plastic items produced. This includes measurements for initial sample test reports, measurements during series production as well as ensuring machining production. The post Multi-Sensor CMM Optimizes Mould Making Quality Assurance appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.
Design World
SEPTEMBER 13, 2024
By Jim Hammerand, managing editor at WTWH Media’s Medical Design & Outsourcing Save the dates Sept. 25-26 for your opportunity to pick the brains of engineering experts working on minimally invasive medical devices at leading OEMs and groundbreaking startups. Join Jim Hammerand, the managing editor of Medical Design & Outsourcing, and engineers from Abbott, J&J MedTech’s DePuy… The post Min-Vasive Medtech: Live interviews with minimally invasive engineers from J&J, A
E&T
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Researchers at the University of Leeds have published a study, which is based on a new global plastics pollution inventory, that reveals how uncollected waste and open burning are leading causes of the plastic pollution crisis.
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Cisco Smart Manufacturing
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Cisco Nexus 9300 Series switches and Cisco NX-OS allow you to perform scheduled maintenance and non-scheduled maintenance without impacting production traffic and critical systems.
Robotics Business Review
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
TyBOT at work on 1-40 in Jonathan Creek, N.C. Source: Advanced Construction Robotics Advanced Construction Robotics Inc. today announced that its rebar-tying robot, which it has provided through a robotics-as-a-service model, is now also available for purchase. The Pittsburgh-based company is taking orders for TyBOT 3.0 for delivery in the first quarter of 2025. “Our success in the pursuit of automating construction equipment is not just an evolution for ACR; it is a transformative step fo
Control.com
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Electrical grounding is used to accomplish several different tasks, but none more important than for the safety of users and equipment while maintaining strict adherence to regulations.
SMMT
SEPTEMBER 13, 2024
As car ownership in Britain reached a record 35.7 million vehicles last year. Added to that record, an ever growing number of those vehicles were zero emission vehicles so new opportunities abound for aftermarket businesses to provide cutting-edge parts and servicing solutions here in the UK. But doing business overseas also promises great potential with rising demand for aftermarket products as global mobility grows.
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Forward-thinking manufacturers are recognizing the limitations of traditional project management and quality control methods. For modern companies seeking to accelerate product development cycles and increase their speed to market, adopting agile methodology is becoming increasingly essential.
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