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New in 2023: Lincoln Electric’s Ranger® Air 260MPX™ Multi-function Engine Drive

Fabricating & Metal Work

Lincoln Electric introduces the all-new Ranger ® Air 260MPX multi-function engine drive. Auto-stop/start technology with tap-to-start functionality enables the operator to save up to $1,200 in fuel and maintenance costs per year*.

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The process functional ecosystem

Control Engineering

However, when a specific need arises, the most effective means to a successful end is engaging quickly and deeply with someone who functions daily in the required specialty field. The post The process functional ecosystem appeared first on Control Engineering.

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Automation? ?and? ?IoT??: ?Transforming? ?How? ?Industries? ?Function?

Robotics Automation News

Actually, we should admit that the most important functions that technologies, and especially the Internet of Things (IoT), have today are related to their implementation by different industries. The key role of technologies is to facilitate our life.

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Reverse Engineering Software Adds New Functionality

Metrology

PointShape Design users are now able to use The post Reverse Engineering Software Adds New Functionality appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Embedding Electronic Functionality: Is It Worthwhile?

i4.0 today

Integrating multiple functionalities within a single entity promises simpler, more efficient devices without compromising capability. What if, rather than assembling numerous subsidiary components and ensuring electrical connectivity, the functionality was integrated into the object itself?

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Remote Support for Multi-Function Device Maintenance with Smart Glasses

Metrology

The post Remote Support for Multi-Function Device Maintenance with Smart Glasses appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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ABB Launches 3D Quality Inspection Functional Module

Metrology

The post ABB Launches 3D Quality Inspection Functional Module appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Filtration Innovation – an Enabler for New 3D Printable Functional Materials

MEM

From toucan beaks and F1 steering wheels to bespoke medical devices and ultra-comfy bicycle seats, the world of 3D print is rapidly evolving… and driving demand for a new generation of functional materials.

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GelSight Adds Radius of Curvature Measurement Function

Metrology

GelSight has announced the latest version of GelSight Mobile which now includes the new Radius of Curvature function, along with additional ease-of-use enhancements to improve productivity in surface inspection workflows.

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Rapid WMS rollout fits functional needs

Modern Materials Handling

Furniture e-tailer Oliver Space deploys Cloud WMS in less than two months while meeting its unique needs around inventory tracking and visibility over a reverse stream of goods being refurbished for its home furniture lineup

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MIT researchers develop 3D-printed heart that functions like a real one

AU Manufacturing

Engineers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology have devised a method for 3D printing a soft and flexible replica of a patient’s heart in the hopes of helping doctors tailor treatments to patients’ specific heart form and function.

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The importance of a process functional ecosystem

Control Engineering

However, when a specific need arises, the most effective means to a successful end is to engage quickly and deeply with someone who functions each day in the required specialty field. The post The importance of a process functional ecosystem appeared first on Control Engineering.

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Black-channel approach to functional safety

Control Engineering

Safety over EtherCAT (FSoE) is an open safety system with multiple vendors of safety controllers, safety inputs and outputs and functionally-safe drives. The main EtherCAT network appears to be invisible to the safety functionality of the devices. A better approach to function safety.

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Artec Studio Boosted With Enhanced Functionality

Metrology

The post Artec Studio Boosted With Enhanced Functionality appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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New App for Moldmakers Adds Functions, Part Scanner

Mold Making Technology

Hasco’s new app features an NFC scan to identify Hasco parts correctly for proper restocking. Photo Credit: Plastics Technology. Hasco says its new, free app provides practical information on the subject of moldmaking.

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SmartCAMcnc's Updated Software Features Functional Improvements

Modern Machine Shop

Photo Credit: SmartCAMcnc SmartCAMcnc , has introduced functional improvements to the Element Data query tool make it easier to find specific data.

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An Overview of Sequential Function Chart (SFC) PLC Programming

Control.com

Sequential Function Chart (SFC) is a graphical programming language among the languages identified by IEC 61131-3 programming languages and standard for PLC programming using ladder logic

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CT Adaptive Measurement Software Function Identifies Tooling Spring Defects

Metrology

The post CT Adaptive Measurement Software Function Identifies Tooling Spring Defects appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine.

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Cameras give industrial vision-guided robots human-like functions

Control Engineering

The post Cameras give industrial vision-guided robots human-like functions appeared first on Control Engineering. Vision-guided robot (VGR) insights. Vision-guided robot (VGR) technology has grown thanks to advanced in RGBD cameras, which allow the robot to accurately acquire 3D models.

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PLC Programming Commands: Boolean Functions and Bit Redistribution 

Control.com

Learn how to use the boolean bitwise functions AND, OR, XOR, and NOT in your PLC programming, as well as some instructions used to change the position of bits and bytes in your INTs and DINTs

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Built-in configurable functions with LINAK’s I/O interface

Manufacturer's Monthly

LINAK’s new I/O interface has a wealth of configurable monitoring and diagnostic functions built in, which can enable you to optimise the performance of your equipment and quickly and easily troubleshoot in the event of issues occurring.

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New polymer made from recycled waste has versatile functions

Manufacturer's Monthly

Researchers from Chalker Research Lab at Flinders University have created a new multi-functional material that can be moved remotely by a magnet. . The post New polymer made from recycled waste has versatile functions appeared first on Manufacturers' Monthly.

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PLC Program Commands: Performing Array Functions Part 2

Control.com

Learn about multi-dimensional arrays and how to work with them to perform math operations such as the AVE (Average) instruction in the Rockwell (Allen-Bradley) Studio 5000 programming software

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PLC Program Commands: Performing Array Functions Part 1

Control.com

Arrays can streamline data storage and math operations, but they can be difficult to understand for a beginning programmer. Learn the background of array instructions in the Rockwell Studio 5000 software

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Cross-cutting function run on servodrives reacts faster

Drives & Controls

The German drives-maker Baumüller has integrated a cross-cutting function into one of its servodrives, thus achieving faster response times and greater precision

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Multicomponent Mold Combines Capping, Unscrewing Functions for Pharma Closure

Mold Making Technology

Running on an Arburg Allrounder More and featuring an Ewikon hot runner for the second shot, the Braunform mold will produce 11-mm (0.43") long Luer locks with a diameter of 10 mm (0.39") in an overmolding tool, which also has capping and unscrewing functions in a side-gated design.

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Smartify Robots – Critical Functions of Sensors in Robot Navigation

i4.0 today

While people are enjoying the enormous benefits of robots and autonomy, it is crucial to understand how these autonomous functions (e.g., Although it is fair to say that all these functions are equally important, navigation and safety usually come as priorities.

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Transformative, Precise and Fast-moving Cutting Systems Expand Opportunities

Fabricating & Metal Work

The LS7 was designed as an entry-level product in the high-end system segment, i.e., a product with all the features and functionality of a high-end system, but at an attractive price. Intelligent Setup, Monitoring, and Cutting Functions support optimal laser-cutting performance.

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ABB RobotStudio with cloud functionality enables real-time collaboration

The Fabricator

ABB has enhanced its RobotStudio robot programming and simulation software with cloud-enabled functionality

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Introduction to Modbus and Modbus Function Codes

Control.com

Modbus is one of the oldest industrial communication protocols still in use today. Continue reading to find out how the protocol works and how to use it for monitoring and control

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New ‘Q’ DRO Offers Integrated Geometric Metrology Functions

Metrology

The post New ‘Q’ DRO Offers Integrated Geometric Metrology Functions appeared first on Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine. A new metrology-focused digital readout by ACU-RITE will be introduced in the HEIDENHAIN booth at IMTS in Chicago (September 12-17).

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NexSafe functional safety certified rod locks

Control Design

The NexSafe functional safety certified rod locks are designed and built specifically to be compatible with almost all pneumatic cylinders or round shafts and rails. NexSafe spring-engaged, air-released rod locks are designed to provide machine builders with a reliable, verified safety solution for emergency stopping and precision-holding applications

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Particles: Enabling More Functionality to 3D Printing Filaments

Additive Manufacturing

November 29, 2022 – Purdue University researchers have developed a patent-pending method to add particles to filament and disperse them evenly through a traditional fused deposition modeling, or FDM, 3D printer, which will aid industry in manufacturing functional parts. WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind./November

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Rally Beer joins Muskoka brewery for functional beers

Canadian Manufacturing

“Rally has pioneered the concept of functional beer in Canada, and we are so excited to be a part of what they have built,” said Todd Lewin, president of Muskoka Brewery, in a statement. Alan Wood, Todd Lewin and Bob Macdonald cheers to a new partnership.

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Highly Functional, Compact-Designed Sinker EDM

Mold Making Technology

Conversational G- and M-Code programing simplifies programming and makes functions easier to learn. Photo Credit: Belmont Equipment and Technologies.

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Patented regen function simplifies servodrive apps

Drives & Controls

It says that this function – which it calls VRS (vector regen shunt) – will simplify servodrives by eliminating the need for external regenerative circuits and shunts, thus cutting costs, space requirements, wiring and system complexity

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REHAU Hardware: Where superior functionality meets premium aesthetics

Dinesh Mishra

It is the support system for a furniture and significantly adds to its functionality, quality, and durability. The post REHAU Hardware: Where superior functionality meets premium aesthetics appeared first on Machine Insider.

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Machine Demo: MW35 with iFLiPP - Faster Functionality Meets Furious Productivity

Modern Machine Shop

Photo Credit: Murata Machinery USA. Muratec Machinery USA 's MW35 twin-spindle machine with pick and place iFLiPP loading system enables quick materials loading for continuous operation and mass production.

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Introduction to Functional Safety (IEC 62061) and its Implementation

Control.com

Functional safety is the safety of a system and is critical for industries such as medical devices, automotive, railways, and machinery. This article will focus on functional safety for machinery and the standards that help its implementation

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Polymers Enhance Tractor Functionality and Efficiency

Plastics Today

Cabin comfort and connectivity among benefits enabling farmers to focus on bringing fresh food to the table

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Bosch Rexroth Releases its New Plug-and-Produce Smart Function Kit for Dispensing

Control.com

Bosch Rexroth's new universal Smart Function Kit for Dispensing helps customers execute dispensing tasks faster than previously possible with their complete and deployment-ready linear robots.

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Blueprint of a highly functional Feedly for Threat Intelligence Account

Canadian Metalworking Magazine

Blueprint of a Highly Functional Feedly for Threat Intelligence Account. In this article, we will share how they translate their intelligence needs into various types of feeds and how they structure those feeds into a highly functional Feedly account. Cybersecurity.

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Modular MOM system bundles all functional areas of the digital factory

Manufacturing Tomorrow

The solution enables a high level of flexibility and consistency and offers many interfaces in terms of interoperability. The two companies will display how this works at the Hannover Messe trade fair in Hanover, Germany, from April 17th to 21st, 2023, in hall 15, booth E34