October 21, 2024 Unscheduled downtime can have a significant impact on manufacturing companies. When production halts unexpectedly due to downtime, it disrupts the entire supply chain, leading to delays in product delivery and potential loss of customer trust. Financially, the costs can be substantial, including lost revenue, overtime pay for workers, and expenses for emergency…
October 21, 2024 Genesis Packaging Technologies moved from a customized to a standardized automation platform, which reduced lead and build times while increasing output by 300%. Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. prides itself on its servo motors and amplifiers portfolio, known for its high-performance capabilities, flexibility, and versatility for various applications. When an OEM of vial…
October 21, 2024 Comau has secured a public tender with the National Institute of Chemistry in Slovenia, to industrialize flexible machines for advanced cell formation and testing. The collaboration aims to develop and industrialize flexible machines for the formation and testing of advanced cell technologies at varying working temperatures. The project was started in June,…
October 21, 2024 Data protocols are constantly evolving to enable interoperability and reliable transfer of increasing amounts of data at the highest speeds between more and more connected devices. To address this technological challenge, Fischer Connectors is expanding its platform capabilities to meet the most demanding connectivity requirements for high-speed data transfer using the USB…
October 21, 2024 Comau has designed and deployed a flexible and comprehensive Body-In-White (BIW) manufacturing solution for JMC Ford to produce high-end pickup trucks at the Xiaolan plant in China’s Jiangxi province. The project established a highly versatile production line capable of accommodating various models and configurations, including JMC Ford’s new pickup truck brand Da Dao (Avenue)…
October 21, 2024 All-new SG SmartCapture software introduces advanced features and ease of use capabilities Optical Gaging Products (OGP®), a world-leading manufacturer of optical and precision metrology systems for industrial quality control, is pleased to announce all-new SG SmartCapture Software, leading a variety of enhancements to its ShapeGrabber family of automated 3D laser scanning systems….
October 21, 2024 HMS Networks now announces the launch of the Anybus Defender Lineup, a suite of industrial network security appliances designed to safeguard critical infrastructures. As cyber threats increasingly target industrial environments, the Anybus Defender series provides a firewall to protect operational technology (OT) networks. Specifically designed for Industrial Control Systems, the primary use-cases…
October 18, 2024 Utility inspectors, law enforcement, and emergency response teams benefit from industry-leading thermal sensitivity Teledyne FLIR, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, has announced the ITAR-free Vue® TV128+ camera module, a high-performance, thermal-and-visible camera payload. Purpose-built for the Teledyne FLIR SIRAS™ professional uncrewed aerial system (UAS), it provides industry-leading thermal sensitivity for first responder missions and industrial…
October 18, 2024 With the SIRIUS 3RC7 intelligent link module, Siemens now offers a quick and easy way to gain complete data transparency down to the field level. The plug-and-play expansion module combines information technology (IT) and operational technology (OT) with minimal installation and commissioning effort. This means that the data available at the load…
October 18, 2024 By Krystie Johnston Smart manufacturing faces a myriad of challenges: a shortage of skilled labour. supply chain issues, and technological advancements that, for companies who cannot keep pace, threaten a competitive edge. Solving these problems today, and into the future, is critical to ensure the success of the industry. Empowering the next…
October 17, 2024 By Krystie Johnston Manufacturers today face pressures and challenges that threaten their survival but also opportunities to transform their operations and thrive. Data is the lifeblood of decision-making in the digital era; however, navigating the “digital transformation” can be like walking a tightrope, striking a balance between respecting an organization’s traditions and…
October 17, 2024 A recent survey conducted by Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, reveals that Canadians are growing impatient with the slow progress of the country’s largest corporations, highlighting a concerning gap between public expectations and business efforts. These findings come at a critical moment as Canada…
October 16, 2024 Questions by Krystie Johnston In many industrial applications, robotics are at the forefront of automation. They allow companies to enhance efficiency and safety, and they transform the manufacturing and production processes. The motion sequences of an industrial robot hinge on the quality of the cables that transmit power and data, as well…
October 17, 2024 To address critical workforce shortages, BlueForge Alliance and Learning Blade Launch New Submarine Manufacturing Curriculum Learning Blade, a STEM career exploration platform for grades 5–9, has announced the launch of a new mission, “Beneath the Waves: Building Submarines” in an effort to address critical workforce shortages. The manufacturing and engineering-focused curriculum is…
October 17, 2024 The $9.5 million expansion adds 16,000 square feet of classroom space plus new labs and studios By Chris Clay on October 11, 2024 Humber Polytechnic is meeting the needs of the changing and in-demand skilled trades industry with the expansion and renovation of the Centre for Skilled Trades and Technology. The $9.5 million expansion has added…
Engineered to protect and optimize your systems in the most demanding environments October 17, 2024 NEMA 3R Vented Drive Box The WMV NEMA 3R vented enclosure is a single door enclosure with roof module and door hood. The configuration includes pre-drilled mounting holes and integrated cooling with fans and filters. Order no. Height Width Depth …