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Siemens Unveils Breakthrough Innovations in Industrial AI and Digital Twin Technology at CES 2025

January 24, 2025 Siemens is showcasing its vision for the future where data, AI and software-defined automation will converge to enable unprecedented flexibility, optimization and continuous improvement across the world’s industries, for companies of any size. This ambition is at the heart of Siemens’ presence at CES 2025, the world’s most influential tech event. Siemens…

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Industry Insights: January 2025 – Canada’s Strategic Response to Evolving Trade Policies in 2025

January 23, 2025 Canada’s Strategic Response to Evolving Trade Policies in 2025 As we step into 2025, Canada’s industrial sectors face significant challenges and opportunities shaped by a dynamic global trade environment. From addressing the implications of international tariffs to securing critical mineral supplies, Canada is adopting strategic measures to navigate these shifts while ensuring…

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PrecisionX Group to Showcase Medical Component Manufacturing Expertise at MD&M West 2025

January 20, 2025 PrecisionX Group, a leader in manufacturing precision metal components for critical industries, is excited to announce its participation in MD&M West 2025, taking place February 4-6 in Anaheim, CA. Visit us at Booth 3710 to explore our advanced capabilities and innovative solutions for the medical device industry. The company will feature the expertise…

The Future of Barcodes: Understanding the 2027 Digital Transformation
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The Future of Barcodes: Understanding the 2027 Digital Transformation

January 17, 2025 In the world of industrial automation and manufacturing, a significant change is on the horizon. The familiar UPC barcode – a staple of product identification for nearly five decades – is evolving into a more sophisticated system. This transformation, known as “Sunrise 2027,” will revolutionize how businesses handle product identification, tracking, and…

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Overcoming Automation Challenges with Sysmac: Lessons from Real-World Applications

January 8, 2025 Modern manufacturing is riddled with challenges that demand innovative, reliable, and flexible solutions. From bridging knowledge gaps to reducing downtime, these hurdles can hold back productivity and profitability. The Sysmac automation platform from Omron addresses these pain points head-on, offering a comprehensive suite of components and features designed to streamline processes and…

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Creating Complex Components Atom by Atom

January 6, 2025 Ready for series production in electrochemical machining with PC-based control PECM (Pulsed Electrochemical Machining) is a fast corrosion process that can form complicated geometries atom by atom. It is therefore ideal for the precise manufacturing of metal parts for high-tech applications. To integrate the core process into a fully automated, high-throughput production…

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Universal Robots Announces the Nation’s Largest Cobot Conference and Tradeshow: Collaborate North America 2025

December 23, 2024 Collaborative robots (cobots) are the fastest-growing segment of industrial automation with the global market forecasted a skyrocketing 20%+ growth through 2028. As the market leader and pioneer of collaborative robotics, Universal Robots (UR) is at the forefront of transforming the way cobots work, helping businesses unlock new levels of productivity, efficiency, and…

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Partner Country Canada at HANNOVER MESSE 2025: The Future’s Here

December 18, 2024 Canada is Partner Country at HANNOVER MESSE 2025 under the theme “The future’s here”. At the world’s leading industry show, Canada will highlight its industrial strength in areas such as automation, energy, digital transformation, and green technology. More than 200 companies will showcase the nation’s talent, innovation and commitment to sustainable solutions….

Everything You Need to Know About Grippers from Festo 
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Everything You Need to Know About Grippers from Festo 

December 13, 2024 By Krystie Johnston, Cory Knight, and Ryan Kroger Selecting the right gripper for an automated handling task can be challenging – but with Festo, it can be easier than ever to overcome these challenges. Grippers are essential components of industrial robots and handling systems because they are the connection between the handling…

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Advanced AGV Cleaning High-Risk Zones to Recover Critical Metals in Gigafactories

December 10, 2024 As gigafactories and recycling plants scale to meet rising demands, the need for innovative solutions that address both safety and efficiency continues to grow. DREV and Kollmorgen – Autonomous Mobile Solutions (AMS) are proud to announce their partnership and joint efforts to develop a groundbreaking Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) with integrated contamination…

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PrecisionX Aggressively Pursuing Expansion in the Precision Manufacturing Industry

November 25, 2024 By Krystie Johnston PrecisionX recently captured attention when they announced a series of acquisitions of well-established companies. Companies that specialize in precision parts manufacturing for industries such as aerospace & defense, medical device, satellite & space, electric vehicles, mining, semiconductors, and more. PrecisionX was formed in 2023, and in a short time,…

CODI Manufacturing designs and built new case packer in four weeks with Festo engineering tools and assembly services
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CODI Manufacturing Designs and Built New Case Packer in Four Weeks with Festo Engineering Tools and Assembly Services

November 21, 2024 CODI Manufacturing’s new compact, flexible 12-cycle-per-minute case packer for small to mid-sized food and beverage companies achieves an industry leading price/performance ratio. The Littleton, CO-based machine builder utilized the Festo Handling Guide Online (HGO) engineering tool to design the two-axis handling system, the core of the new machine’s package handling. By having…

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Werkzeugschleiferei Krämer GmbH Wins Top Prize at 2024 ANCA Tool of the Year Awards for Excellence in Precision Tool Manufacturing

November 1, 2024 The 2024 ANCA Tool of the Year Awards, now in its seventh year, celebrated excellence in the cutting tool industry at an awards ceremony during IMTS in Chicago. This year’s event, coinciding with ANCA’s 50th anniversary, highlighted the continued creative design and manufacturing prowess that continues to wow judges in ANCA’s prestigious…

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Advanced X-Ray Techniques Transform BGA Inspection in Electronics Manufacturing

October 23, 2024 Discover how X-Ray technology is transforming the inspection of Ball-Grid-Array (BGA) components, ensuring higher product quality and reliability in electronics manufacturing. In the fast-paced world of electronics, the demand for smaller, more efficient, and reliable components is ever-increasing. This has led to the widespread adoption of Ball-Grid-Array (BGA) components. However, ensuring their…

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Overcoming Barcode Challenges with Advanced Solutions for Enhanced Traceability

October 23, 2024 Discussing the critical role of advanced barcode technology in achieving effective traceability solutions.  As industries increasingly depend on barcodes for tracking and managing operations, the challenges associated with barcode readability become critical obstacles. These challenges, ranging from poor print quality to environmental damage, can significantly disrupt workflow, compromise compliance, and diminish overall…

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Advanced Barcode Technology for Seamless Traceability

October 23, 2024 Effective traceability is crucial for maintaining operational efficiency and compliance. However, barcode readability challenges, such as poor print quality and environmental damage, can significantly disrupt workflows. Omron’s latest blog delves into advanced barcode technologies that overcome these obstacles.  Discover how sophisticated barcode reading solutions, including enhanced imaging capabilities and adaptive lighting, can…