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Think Smart, Think Agile: A Guide to Using Tech to Solve Supply Chain Problems
Digitization is transforming every industry, but perhaps none more so than manufacturing and logistics. In detail-oriented industries like these, any technology that promises to improve efficiency, transparency, and consistency is immediately intriguing.
Virtual Reality? How about “Virtual before Reality”
But virtual means much more when it comes to innovating and creating groundbreaking products. In the virtual world, we can simulate and evaluate scenarios before producing the product itself.
How to Ensure Your Electrical Safety Program is Driving Compliance in 2019
Ensuring compliance with an electrical safety program isn’t always easy, but there are plenty of tools available to help you succeed.
The Impact of Robotics in Fluid Dispense Applications in Manufacturing
Because dispense applications are so important in the manufacturing industry, companies are now looking for ways to improve the dispense accuracy and quality by investing in the latest in dispensing technology by way of semi-automated robot dispensing technologies.
Factory Automation Streamlines Production and Improves Profit Margin
Once the initial cost is managed, the only costs in factory automation are about repairs and maintenance. So, appointing robots is always cheaper than employing human resources.
The Anatomy of a Great Association
In 2019, the Control System Integrators Association celebrates a quarter of a decade – and came full circle – when it returned to North Carolina 25 years later, April 29 – May 3, for its Executive Conference.
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Rittal Automation Handbook Identifies Areas of Improvement and Efficiency
You can lower labor costs, increase accuracy and reduce processing time by automating the control panel modification process. The Rittal Automation Systems Handbook identifies products that provide solutions to all of these plus more.
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Stäubli Technology Days to Showcase the Latest Robotics and Connector Solutions
Open house event will present innovations for automotive manufacturers and packaging, pharmaceutical and food processing industries
Schneider Electric's Batam Smart Factory recognized by the World Economic Forum as a Fourth Industrial Revolution Lighthouse
Schneider Electric's Smart Factory Program has launched nine showcase factories around the world, demystifying digital transformation for industry
Sensors Expo & Conference Reveals "Best of Sensors" 2019 Award Winners
Created to spotlight the advances in both innovations and real-world applications of sensors, the prestigious awards were presented by Event Director, Cal Groton, during Sensors Expo & Conference 2019 held this week in San Jose, California.
Automation & Networking - News Headlines
Plug & Produce with Bosch Rexroth's electromechanical kit for easy joining applications
Faster setup with cost-effective complete package
Modular kit comprising mechanical and electrical components and software
Quick and easy product selection and configuration
Plug & Produce: time saved during commissioning
No programming knowledge required
All components from a single source
Essence Announces Completion of Fully Automated Production Line
- Enhanced partnership with Flex created new automated production lines in Israel\
- New manufacturing lines to significantly improve time-to-market
- Partnership will bring increased production flexibility and volume, while ensuring consistent quality
Heilind Electronics Now Stocking Molex Off-the-Shelf Mini-Lock Discrete Wire Cable Assemblies
Standard cable assemblies from Molex deliver off-the-shelf solutions with a broad offering of cable lengths
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Dynatect Automated Machine Safety Roll-Up Doors
Dynatect Automated Machine Safety Roll-Up Doors
Need to increase safety? Are you using light curtains? Is space a concern?
Dynatect's Gortite® VF Automated Machine Safety Door combines safety technology, speed, and a physical barrier to isolate hazardous operations. Use of a physical barrier with safety sensors can save up to 30 square feet of manufacturing space. Using the ANSI minimum safety distance formula, the Gortite® VF Door limits the depth penetration factor and average approach speed, allowing closer location of the safeguarding device. Unlike light curtains, which can't contain process hazards, an automated machine safety door can isolate common workplace debris. This physical barrier is designed to contain process driven hazards such as weld sparks, UV flash, and light debris. Thus, the operator can maintain closer proximity to the work area improving ergonomics and productivity.
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SICK, Inc.
SICK is one of the world's leading manufacturers of sensors, safety systems, machine vision, and automatic identification products for industrial applications. From 2D and 3D smart cameras to low-cost vision sensors, SICK offers a range of high-quality vision solutions to fit your needs.
