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BTM INDUSTRIAL IS HOSTING AN ONLINE SALE OF INDUSTRIAL ROBOTS ON DECEMBER 17-18, 2025

Includes more than 200 robots designed to automate tasks, such as welding, manufacturing, packaging, warehousing, and food processing. This court-authorized sale requires the liquidation of all assets, regardless of price.

Closing Europe's aerospace production gap - EDM automation as part of the answer

EDM removes material using controlled electrical sparks between an electrode and the workpiece submerged in dielectric fluid. This makes it possible to cut extremely hard metals into complex shapes with micrometre accuracy.

Designing for Deviation in Additive Manufacturing

To truly realise the potential of AM, we need to embrace a new design philosophy, one that doesn't just work around variation, but works with it. At Metamorphic, we call this approach Designing for Deviation.

Case Study from NORD - Perfectly MESHed

High-quality gear motors from NORD DRIVESYSTEMS are a crucial piece of the manufacturing puzzle for this Georgia-based automation provider.

Why Compliance Documentation Matters in Electronic Recycling

Partner with the wrong ITAD and e-waste provider, and your business faces lawsuits and damage to your reputation. It's beneficial to be very selective about who handles your e-waste.

Two Industry Leaders - One Goal: Maximum Process Reliability

With software solutions from CSP, companies from a wide range of industries are taking their production processes to a whole new level. The result: greater efficiency, transparent quality assurance, and a decisive advantage on the path to the smart factory.

NewsFender's 3D Printed Ballistic Fender Charts a New Course in Maritime Defense

Discover how NewsFender's 3D printed customizable, eco-friendly fenders and boat parts are making waves in the maritime defense industry.

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Manufacturing Asset Monetization: What It Is and How It's Done

This article will explain what manufacturing asset monetization is, outline the main methods companies use, and walk through the process step by step.

How Freight Visibility Is Redefining U.S. Manufacturing Supply Chains

With freight visibility, you can search for alternative sources and routes when shipments hit a snag. You can find the best ways to increase your resources for demand spikes, and you can search for the most cost-effective solutions during demand droughts.

The 'Halo Effect' of Manufacturing Facility Location: Why Smart Manufacturers Are Choosing Locations Near Complementary Businesses

This strategy is not about simple convenience; it's about creating a powerful, mutually reinforcing "halo effect" of shared success, instant market credibility, and profound operational synergy across engineering, tooling, fabrication, and logistics networks.

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BTM INDUSTRIAL IS HOSTING AN ONLINE SALE OF INDUSTRIAL ROBOTS ON DECEMBER 17-18, 2025

Facility closure auction features more than 200 industrial robots and automated manufacturing support items and equipment.

Novotechnik - 18-Bit Robust Multi-Turn Angle Sensors

RMB 3600 Series sensors are EGMR (enhanced giant magnetic resistance) devices that count turns even when power is removed and retain the turn count and angle information for years without power. So there is no need for batteries. Operating speed is up to 12,000 RPM.

IACMI Launches ‘Make It In America' National Outreach Campaign

Make It In America aims to honor and uplift aspiring makers while inspiring the next generation of manufacturing workers to fill the millions of jobs needed by 2030

Softeon Named a Leader in G2's Grid® Report for Warehouse Management Winter 2026

The Grid® represents the democratic voice of real software users, rather than the subjective opinion of one analyst. G2 rates products from the Warehouse Management category algorithmically based on data sourced from product reviews shared by G2 users and data sourced from third parties.

Patti Engineering Achieves Platinum Status in Siemens Unified Global Partner Program

Top-tier Platinum Siemens Certified Solution Partner designation reflects exceptional technical expertise and leadership in delivering high-performance Siemens-based industrial automation solutions.

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Strain Wave Gearheads by maxon - Highly precise, compact, and efficient.

Strain Wave Gearheads by maxon - Highly precise, compact, and efficient.

Strain wave gearheads are ideal for use in applications requiring precision motion control and high torque transmission in a compact design. maxon strain wave gearheads are a specialized type of gearhead where precision and compact design are crucial. This type of gearhead is often used in applications in a confined space. With their advanced gear tooth design, maxon's strain wave gearheads provide high efficiency and good back drivability. Typical applications include: Robotics, Aerospace, Medical technology and Optical systems .

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Datanomix

Datanomix

Datanomix empowers manufacturers of all sizes to increase productivity and profitability through its Data-Powered Production™ solutions. Its product portfolio includes Production Monitoring, G-Code Cloud™ + DNC, TMAC AI™, and ToolAnalytix™ - all designed to turn machine data into actionable insights with zero operator input. Headquartered in New Hampshire, Datanomix software analyzes real-time production signals to identify bottlenecks, improve quality, and provide prescriptive coaching to drive continuous improvement. For more information, visit www.datanomix.io.