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ProMat 2023: Intralogistics, software and motion in focus

Control Engineering

Warehousing, distribution center insights A material handling focus can help manufacturers, distribution centers and warehouses, as Siemens explained at ProMat 2023. A robot demonstrated pick-and-place capabilities with a diverse range of products in a bin. Review ProMat 2023 Siemens product announcements.

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Four manufacturing applications that benefit from under-rider AMRs

Control Engineering

Learning Objectives Understand how autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) can help manufacturers. AMR insights Autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) can play a key role in manufacturing because of their name: They’re autonomous and do not require constant human intervention the way an automated guided vehicle (AGV) would.

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How inventory management helps fabricated metals manufacturers stay ahead of the competition during a challenging economy

AU Manufacturing

Inventory management as a key to visibility At its most basic, inventory management tracks goods and components across various aspects of production and warehousing, including suppliers, sales and inventory on hand. Optimised inventory levels free-up resources, minimise wastage and eliminate unnecessary storage and carrying costs.