Talking PACK EXPO Las Vegas with Encoder Products Company (EPC)

Q&A with | Encoder Products Company (EPC)

We’re featuring live demos of our newest encoders, including the LP1 Accu-LaserPro™ — a slip-free, high-accuracy laser encoder designed for packaging lines. Visitors will see how EPC encoders reduce downtime, simplify integration, and deliver long-lasting performance.

Driving Supply Chain Innovation Through AI and Process Optimization

Q&A with Juliet Mirambo, Operations Leadership Development Program | MilliporeSigma

AI and data analytics are game changers for the manufacturing industry’s demand and shop floor agility. My team is currently developing an AI model that identifies irregular demand patterns and updates itself.

PACK EXPO 2025 Product Preview

Article from | ManufacturingTomorrow

PACK EXPO 2025 takes place September 29th - October 1st in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Exhibit hall floor will be loaded with new products and services. Here is a preview of some things to look forward to at this years event.

How to Improve Manufacturing Supply Chain Traceability

Article from Zac Amos, ReHack

Customers expect to scan a code and view origin, maker and handling details. Food and beverage buyers seek farm or fishery details and handling steps, while industrial buyers want batch numbers, test results and service history. This clarity builds trust.

BigRep ALTRA 280, the Ultimate High-Temperature Industrial 3D Printer

Product Q&A with Silas Dortmann, Product Lifecycle Manager | BigRep

The ALTRA 280 was engineered to solve a challenge that’s persisted for years: reliably and affordably producing large, complex parts in both engineering-grade and high-performance polymers.

Talking PACK EXPO Las Vegas with NORD DRIVESYSTEMS

Q&A with Tony Pariseau and Mark Arisman | NORD DRIVESYSTEMS

We’re bringing the full package. Our booth will showcase complete drive solutions, including gear units, motors, and VFDs, all designed for high-volume, high-throughput environments. A highlight will be the launch of a new hygienic, caustic washdown solution.

Prioritizing Network Investment in Manufacturing

Q&A with Max Clauson, SVP of Network Connectivity | Zayo

Industry 4.0 is driving major gains in efficiency, automation, and innovation. But there’s a flip side: That progress depends on fast, secure, always-on connectivity. Manufacturing, in particular, is an interesting case study.

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The Real ROI of AR in Manufacturing: Beyond the Hype

Article from Hélène Motycka, Augmented Experience Marketing Manager at DELMIA

If you think AR’s real value is still theoretical, think again. Over the last decade, forward-thinking manufacturers have adopted AR solutions with measurable gains that go beyond aesthetics.

Twin transition: a path to the future or just another corporate buzzword?

Article from Johannes Wolf, Managing Director, COPA-DATA

Here, Johannes Wolf, Managing Director at automation supplier COPA-DATA Central Eastern Europe & Middle East (CEE/ME), explains why the green and digital twin transition is more than hype — and how we can turn it into measurable impact.

Unlock Hidden Cash: How Manufacturers Can Maximize R&D Tax Credits Under the One Big Beautiful Bill

Article from Mike Sibley, CPA, Partner at James Moore & Co.

Thanks to the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB), manufacturers now have greater access to these credits. Many still leave substantial dollars on the table because they are not aware of their eligibility or fail to grasp the qualification and filing requirements.

International Thermal Systems Ice Builder & Washer Maintenance Program

09/18/25, 01:17 PM | Automation & IIoT | Engineering | International Thermal Systems

International Thermal Systems (ITS) has an Ice Builder & Washer Maintenance Program designed to keep critical equipment running strong, minimize downtime, and maximize efficiency.

Mouser Presents Expert Perspectives on Miniaturized Electronics Design in New eBook from Analog Devices and Molex

09/18/25, 10:25 AM | Automation & IIoT | Engineering

In 11 Experts on Miniaturized Electronics Design and Applications, engineers from ADI, Molex, and other companies discuss the many challenges designers face while working towards system miniaturization. The eBook also highlights several products, available at Mouser, that both ADI and Molex offer to support this transition through advances in integration, packaging, and interconnect design.

3D People to Showcase Advanced Industrial 3D Printing Solutions for the Drone Industry at DroneX 2025

09/18/25, 10:00 AM | Additive & 3D Printing | Engineering

As part of their exhibition, 3D People will showcase some sample drone parts together with real-world case studies of how the company has supported clients with the production of parts. There will also be a limited number of free sample packs available to visitors providing a hands-on demonstration of quality and versatility of 3D People's 3D printing services.

Key Strategy for Canadian Manufacturers to Mitigate Tariffs? Invest in Skills Training, Say Leading Industry Players

09/18/25, 07:28 AM | Automation & IIoT | Engineering

CMTS 2025 panelists, Student Day organizers to sound alarm bells that Canada needs a new generation of skilled machinists now more than ever

New Honda Resource Circularity Center Repurposes End-of-Life Equipment into Tomorrow's Resources

09/18/25, 06:14 AM | Supply Chain | Engineering

-Honda Resource Circularity Center in Ohio gives new life to retired equipment, electronics and vehicle service parts -Circular economy business model brings the recycling and repurposing of operational tools and production equipment in-house, helping reduce landfill waste -Honda aims to advance product resource circularity by transforming end-of-life products into raw materials for reuse across its supply chain

BigRep ONE: Large-Scale 3D Printing

The BigRep ONE is an award-winning, large-format 3D printer at an accessible price point. With over 350 systems installed worldwide, it's a trusted solution for prototyping and production by designers, innovators, and manufacturers alike. Featuring a massive one-cubic-meter build volume, the fast and reliable ONE brings your designs to life in full scale.

NORD DRIVESYSTEMS

(Waunakee, WI, United States of America)

With four production facilities in the Midwest, on both coasts, and in the South, NORD is prepared to serve you with some of the shortest lead times in the industry. We house extensive component inventory, allowing us to assemble and ship 25% of all standard product orders same or next day!