Snic Solutions
MAY 5, 2025
Machine learning in manufacturing is a game-changer, boosting efficiency and reducing costs. This article will guide you through the top 10 machine learning in manufacturing applications, including predictive maintenance, quality control, and supply chain optimization. Discover how these technologies are transforming the industry.
Manufacturer's Monthly
MAY 7, 2025
Image: Gorodenkoff/stock.adobe.com Digital transformation has become a strategic investment for manufacturers across Australia and New Zealand recently. And its easy to see why: how and why we work will undoubtedly be disrupted by digital technologies in the coming decade, and those who are ahead of the curve will see the most benefits. For many, simply digitising your business systems sounds like it will be enough.
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Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing
MAY 5, 2025
The future of commercial and industrial (C&I) energy is here and it’s decarbonized. As the global energy transition accelerates, one thing is becoming clear: achieving net-zero isn’t just about compliance or corporate social responsibility it’s a critical economic opportunity. For C&I companies, decarbonization is the strategy that will separate tomorrow’s leaders from laggards.
Fabricating & Metal Work
MAY 7, 2025
In non-contact scanning, Quantum X FaroArm delivers 30 m accuracy with a scan rate of up to 1.2 million points per second and 15 m point spacing, providing detailed scans at unprecedented speeds. FARO Technologies , Inc. , the global leader in 3D measurement, imaging and realization solutions, highlights its Quantum X FaroArm Series , a configurable and scalable metrology solution that sets industry-leading standards in accuracy, versatility and efficiency.
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
Design World
MAY 5, 2025
Function, purity, and process are key considerations when researching aerospace materials. Daniel Hess, applications engineer at NuSil, explains silicones unique characteristics and guidance for choosing the right material. Humans have used silicone-based materials for thousands of years, with archaeological evidence from ancient Chinese, Egyptian, and Phoenician cultures.
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Robotics Automation News
MAY 7, 2025
The world of film and television production is in constant evolution, driven by the need for greater efficiency, creative flexibility, and the ability to capture increasingly dynamic and complex shots. One area experiencing significant growth is the adoption of robotic camera systems.
Manufacturing Management
MAY 7, 2025
West Yorkshires manufacturing and engineering businesses are being encouraged to put forward their brightest young talent for the Leeds Manufacturing Festival Awards 2025 as nominations officially open
Manufacturer's Monthly
MAY 4, 2025
Nitrogen ensures a burr-free environment while laser cutting and thus eliminates material handling. Image: Atlas Copco Atlas Copco offers on-site nitrogen generation solutions that can boost productivity for industrial laser cutting companies. This means you can produce nitrogen right where you need it, helping to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
The Guardian Manufacturing
MAY 7, 2025
Open roles include engineers and manufacturing operators as firm prepares to ramp up production British Steel has said it will hire more than 180 new employees, as it prepares to ramp up iron and steel production for the first time since its government rescue. The company has started recruiting for 165 roles in Scunthorpe and a further 17 at its operations in Teesside and Skinningrove, to support production at its two blast furnaces.
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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
Design World
MAY 7, 2025
IDEC Corporation has expanded its operator interface (OI) family with its new HG1J Series touchscreen. This device uses the latest innovations to provide vivid visualizations and responsive multi-touch operation, all in an extremely compact form factor so the technology can be used in more applications than ever before. The HG1J Series is the successor of… The post IDEC 4.3-in.
Gary Mintchell
MAY 7, 2025
I jumped on Skype about as soon as it was launched. There were times I pushed its limits even for recording podcasts. Then Microsoft acquired it. Skype quickly lost its utility. It has resided on my computer for years. I cant think of a time when Ive actually used it in the past 10 years. This story of small, innovative company selling to a large corporation only for users to lose the utility of the product happens so often its almost trite.
Robotics Business Review
MAY 5, 2025
Iggy Rob is a humanoid robot intended to cost less than $54,000 U.S. Source: igus As market analysts predict that up to 20 million humanoid robots could be deployed in industrial settings by 2030, igus GmbH last week unveiled its first humanoid, Iggy Rob. The motion plastics specialist said it designed the robot to support industrial production, service environments, and transport tasks.
Manufacturer's Monthly
MAY 4, 2025
Image: Incat Hundreds gathered at the Incat shipyard in Hobart for the launch of Incat Hull 096 the worlds largest battery-electric ship. Constructed for South American ferry operator Buquebus, Hull 096 is the most significant vessel ever built by Incat and represents a giant leap forward in sustainable shipping. When it enters service between Buenos Aires and Uruguay, it is set to operate entirely on battery-electric power, carrying up to 2,100 passengers and 225 vehicles across the River Plat
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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.
Design World
MAY 7, 2025
AutomationDirect has added AttaBox Heartland/Heartland SL series hinged screw cover enclosures that provide an alternative to conventional latch enclosures. The hinged screw cover configuration gives the enclosure the highest level of protection against water intrusion (NEMA 6P), and the polycarbonate resin in the Heartland series has attained the best available F1 rating, having passed critical… The post AutomationDirect adds AttaBox hinged screw cover enclosures appeared first on Design
Gary Mintchell
MAY 5, 2025
Ah, competition for Adobe. And finding good, small application for AI beyond all the hype we hear. Foxit has upgraded its AI Assistant within the Foxit PDF Editor. The enhanced AI Assistant includes features such as chat with image, multiple document analysis, automatic bookmarking, and additional read-aloud options. A new tab in the ribbon toolbar also provides users with streamlined access to the powerful suite of AI-driven tools designed to simplify and supercharge document management workflo
Robotics Business Review
MAY 7, 2025
Amazon is opening new automation opportunities by deploying its first robots that leverage force and touch sensing to improve material handling tasks. One of the classic applications for robots at Amazon warehouses is centered around the goods to person (G2P) solution with the Kiva robots. The Kiva mobile robots present movable shelves, stocked with inventory, to a stationary human picker.
Manufacturer's Monthly
MAY 8, 2025
Image: AMTIL The third day of AMW 2025 maintained a focus ontechnology, innovation, and sustainability, with a series of digital presentations aimed at equipping businesses with the tools needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving marketplace. Kicking off the morning was CEO of Elexon Electronics, Frank Faller, with a session titled Elexon2Zero: Driving Sustainability Through Innovation and Quality.
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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.
Design World
MAY 4, 2025
METCASE has launched TECHNOMET TX, a new range of tower enclosures for tabletop electronic instrumentation. Designed to conserve workstation space, these new aluminum enclosures are suitable for applications in test and measurement, industrial control, medical and wellness devices, peripheral equipment, communications, and laboratory use. Like other models in METCASEs TECHNOMET range, the new TX features… The post METCASE launches TECHNOMET TX for desktop instrumentation appeared first on
Gary Mintchell
MAY 5, 2025
News from the upcoming Automate 2025 show continues to dribble in. This looks like an update on HMIs. Lets take it to Android (I assume some of you are on that platform). Olis will launch a remote automation monitoring, diagnostic and error recovery app that turns Android smartphones and tablets into gateways for any automation cell without the need for additional hardware at Automate 2025.
Control.com
MAY 5, 2025
Check out a few of the technology and product demo highlights from leading control automation and robotics companies coming soon to Huntington Place in Detroit for Automate, May 12-15.
Robotics Business Review
MAY 5, 2025
In over four years of supervised pilot hauls, the Aurora Driver has delivered over 10,000 customer loads across three million autonomous miles, the company said. | Source: Aurora Aurora Innovation Inc. last week launched a commercial self-driving trucking service in Texas. The deployment will provide autonomous freight transportation between Dallas and Houston.
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Manufacturers face increasing pressure to curb energy waste and emissions. Emergent Energy specializes in optimizing industrial steam systems, leveraging Panoramic Power’s real-time energy intelligence to drive efficiency. By analyzing steam system performance, Emergent Energy pinpoints inefficiencies and implements targeted improvements. This article explores how data-driven steam optimization transforms wasted energy into measurable savings, ensuring compliance with sustainability regulations.
Design World
MAY 5, 2025
Amprius Technologies announced the launch of its 450 Wh/kg SiCore lithium-ion battery. This is the company’s most energy-dense SiCore cell, offering 450 Wh/kg and 950 Wh/L, and is expected to move to mass production in the near term through its global manufacturing partners.Built with a proprietary silicon anode material system, this SiCore cell delivers up… The post Amprius launches new production-ready 450 Wh/kg SiCore battery for aerospace appeared first on Design World.
Robotics Automation News
MAY 5, 2025
Toyota and Waymo have reached a preliminary agreement to explore a collaboration focused on accelerating the development and deployment of autonomous driving technologies. Woven by Toyota will also join the potential collaboration as Toyota’s strategic enabler, contributing its strengths in advanced software and mobility innovation.
Automation Mag
MAY 7, 2025
The old adage, If it aint broke, dont fix it, certainly applies to manufacturing. Legacy systems, including older PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems, and non-networked machinery have long been the backbone of industrial operations. However, as manufacturing continues to evolve, and as companies see the benefits of leveraging data, legacy systems start to show their shortcomings.
Manufacturer's Monthly
MAY 4, 2025
Capral Aluminium has reinforced its commitment to local manufacturing by joining the Australian Made Campaign. Images: Capral As U.S. tariffs show potential to disrupt Australias aluminium trade, Capral Aluminium has joined the Australian Made Campaign to reinforce a crucial message. Australian aluminium is in the spotlight, as shifting global trade policies and tariffs create uncertainty for local producers.
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In 2025, the Supply Chain continues its evolution toward “Logistics 4.0,” inspired by Industry 4.0. Two major characteristics define this transformation: automation, driven by robotic solutions, and prediction, paving the way for an era of planning and simulation powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Design World
MAY 5, 2025
With over $200,000 raised toward its $325,000 goal, the PTDA Foundation is progressing in its efforts to support workforce development in 2025. As the power transmission/motion control (PT/MC) industry experiences increased demand for skilled workers, the Foundation is providing support to both emerging and existing professionals through focused programs.
Robotics Automation News
MAY 5, 2025
Hitachi and Daikin have launched a trial of a new AI-powered chatbot designed to help diagnose equipment failures on factory floors. The digital agent, developed through a co-creation partnership, acts as a conversational interface between factory operators and complex machinery data.
Robotics Business Review
MAY 8, 2025
A FANUC robot working in car manufacturing. FANUC is a Japanese world leader in robotics and factory automation. | Source: FANUC America The latest numbers of the International Federation of Robotics (IFR’s) show automakers in the U.S. have been investing more in automation. The IFR said that total installations of industrial robots in the automotive industry increased by 10.7%, reaching 13,700 units in 2024.
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