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How Ignition Fits Within the Purdue Model

Gary Mintchell

However, the Purdue Model (and ISA95) certainly do describe different types of functions of a manufacturing enterprise. How these functions are distributed and how they interrelate has undergone subtle changes over the years, yet they remain relevant. Its an interesting read. It depends upon what you are building.

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B&R unveils ‘AI-enhanced fitness tracking for machines’

Robotics Automation News

B&R Industrial Automation has unveiled what it describes as AI-enhanced fitness tracking for machines or a new artificial intelligence-based system that monitors the health of industrial machines, aiming to help manufacturers prevent costly breakdowns and extend equipment lifespan.

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Haptikos Emerges From Stealth First Low-Cost Hand Exoskeleton

Gary Mintchell

Not to mention extensive use cases in manufacturing. Through built-in AI functionality, haptik_OS automatically adapts pre-built libraries into new haptic XR applications in Unity, simplifying both integration and scaling. Ive been watching developments of robotics and peripherals with anticipation.

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Welding project uses robotics to crunch 12 workhours into 45 minutes

Robotics Business Review

Faced with the daunting task of fabricating over 3 miles of fencing within 90 weeks, it turned to Properly Works, a systems integrator with a proven record of optimizing manufacturing operations with automation and robotics, to help develop a solution that would not only decrease the overall project timeline, but also yield high-quality results.

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Hydraulic PowerFlex 700H vs PowerFlex 700S: Which Drive Fits Your Applications

DO Supply

The HIM features a 21-character 7-line backlit LCD, alternate function keys for rapid access to common tasks, and a numeric keypad for easy data entry. Flexible I/O and Communication Options: Features integral standard I/O whose functionality can be extended with optional 24V DC or 115V AC digital and analog I/O.

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New Holding System to Streamline Small Part Machining

Fabricating & Metal Work

Sandvik Coromant , an industry-leading manufacturer of metal-cutting tools and solutions, has introduced the QS Micro — a new quick-change holding system developed specifically for sliding head machines. Sandvik Coromant introduces the QS Micro — a new quick-change holding system developed specifically for sliding head machines.

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What is a CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System)?

ATS

Whiteboards, cards and spreadsheets may have had their place, but manufacturers who are serious about improving their competitive position should look to one tool, a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS). Introduction to CMMS Maintenance is arguably the most complex activity in a modern manufacturing plant.