SME, Stratasys Announce Winners of FANUC-Inspired SkillsUSA Additive Manufacturing Competition

07/16/19, 01:47 PM | Additive & 3D Printing, | Design & Development

SME created the Additive Manufacturing Competition to attract and introduce the younger generation to emerging technologies that manufacturers have adopted over the past few years.

The Business Case for Metal AM

07/16/19, 08:21 AM | Additive & 3D Printing | Analysis and Trends, | Business Development

The growing number of industrialisation questions are indicative of a growing maturity in the marketplace. AM machines are moving out of prototyping applications and research laboratories and into mainstream production manufacturing.

A Realist’s Prediction for the Future Factory

07/16/19, 08:21 AM | Design & Development | Business Development

When determining the rate of adoption of new technologies, the Gartner hype cycle is a good point of reference. The hype cycle for the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), however, shouldn’t be confused with general IoT, which applies to consumer IoT technology.

Industry 4.0 Strategy and Design for Additive Manufacturing

07/11/19, 08:26 AM | Additive & 3D Printing, | Design & Development | Business Development

With all the buzz about these new design tools, there is still quite a bit of ground left to be covered in ensuring these next-generation designs are actually manufacturable. That is where we can really shine.

Implementing An IoT Strategy

07/11/19, 08:22 AM | Automation & Networking | IoT

Too often, businesses start with an “intent to connect” instead of focusing on a business model. Companies that are just looking to create a connected version of a product fail to solve actual problems that are affecting the business.

Why Manufacturers Need to Shift Their Disaster Recovery Mindset

07/11/19, 08:16 AM | Design & Development | Business Development, | security

While it’s important for manufacturers to have sound cybersecurity measures and protocols in place, it’s equally important to have IT resilience and orchestration solutions at the ready.

Major Components of Mass Flow Meters and Controllers

07/11/19, 08:15 AM | Automation & Networking | controllers, | Tools and Equipment

A mass flow meter (MFM) has five major components: flow body, flow conditioning section, flow sensor tube, bypass, and electronics. A mass flow controller (MFC) has the same components as an MFM, but also has an integral control valve mounted on the same flow body as the MFM

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STANLEY+Techstars Accelerator Announces Second-Annual Class

07/15/19, 02:32 PM | Additive & 3D Printing, | Design & Development | Additive Manufacturing, | Robotics Accelerator

- 2019 Accelerator continues focus on additive manufacturing and expands to include sustainable packaging solutions. - Selected companies will relocate to Stanley Black & Decker's new Manufactory 4.0 Center in Hartford, CT for three months

U.S. Army Research Lab Selects 3D Systems to Develop World's Largest, Fastest Metal Powder 3D Printer

07/12/19, 05:30 AM | Additive & 3D Printing, | Design & Development | 3D Systems | Metal, | Military and Security

United States government invests $15 million towards the development of the next generation of metal 3D printing technology - advancing U.S. competitiveness and national security.

Stäubli Technology Days to Showcase the Latest Robotics and Connector Solutions

07/10/19, 07:18 AM | Automation & Networking, | Design & Development | Staubli Corporation | Tradeshows and Conferences

Open house event will present innovations for automotive manufacturers and packaging, pharmaceutical and food processing industries

Eclipse Automation Expands into Europe to Support the Growing Automation Market

07/16/19, 09:12 AM | Automation & Networking | Design & Development

With facilities in Canada and the United States, Eclipse delivers proven custom automation solutions combining design, engineering, manufacturing, integration and aftercare for advanced production, lean manufacturing and modern distribution.

PMMI Foundation Supports the Next Generation Workforce

07/16/19, 07:27 AM | Processing & Handling | Design & Development

PMMI awards three scholarships totaling $15,000 for processing, mechanical and electrical engineering

Lonza Selects Rockwell Automation for Digital Transformation of Pharmaceutical Operations

07/16/19, 06:04 AM | Automation & Networking | Design & Development | Rockwell Automation, Inc.

Lonza to use PharmaSuite MES software, along with FactoryTalk InnovationSuite to accelerate paperless, 24/7 production of cutting-edge capsules

Does additive manufacturing operate with only one type of material?

07/16/19, 05:34 AM | Additive & 3D Printing | Start Prototyping Service Limited

Professional Rapid Prototyping Service,Quick Prototype Manufacturing,Additive Manufacturing And Low Volume Manufacturing Service Factory From China,for more visit https://www.startprototyping.com

Cementex Announces Improved Insulated Torque Wrenches

07/15/19, 02:10 PM | Design & Development | Cementex

Double insulation ensures technicians will be free from risk to high-voltage exposure

maxon motor's - The ultra-fast brushless DC motor

maxon motor launches new high-speed motors that are configurable online. The new ECX brushless motors are quiet and feature very high efficiency. The ECX motors are available with diameters of 8, 16 and 19 mm achieving speeds of up to 120,000 rpm. They run very smoothly and are highly efficient. With maxon motor's online configurator, it is easy to put together a customized DC motor to include gearhead, encoder and controller. The customized motors are ready to ship in 11 days!

Xometry

(Gaithersburg, MD, United States of America)

Our instant quoting platform and nationwide network of machine shops is transforming American manufacturing. We make it easy for all customers - from startups to Fortune 500 companies - to access manufacturing on demand by providing the most efficient way to source high-quality parts.