University of Tampere and VTT to lead robotisation of SMEs with a total funding of EUR 32 million
Within the next few years, robotics to enable agile production will be developed in Tampere, Finland in two projects under the EU's Horizon 2020 programme with a combined budget of EUR 32 million. The projects are coordinated by the University of Tampere and VTT, respectivel
Automate 2019, the Launch Pad Startup Competition and the Future of Automation
What's really encouraging is the expanded use by small and medium sized companies who are just beginning to automate as a result of their interest in using automation to become stronger global competitors.
Four Key Technology Trends - How Engineering Software Companies Can Capitalize on Them
The exact impact of IoT, AR/VR, mobile, and generative design will vary from company to company, but make no mistake: These trends are already starting to shape the landscape around them.
OMRON Showcases The Harmony Between Humans And Machines With The Largest, Most Advanced Interactive Exhibit Of AI, Robotics & Automation At CES 2019
Global technology leader returns with AI-equipped table tennis tutor and a glimpse at the factory floor of the near-future, in which humans and machines work collaboratively
AXISCADES and Altizon partner to deliver offerings for the 'Factory of the Future'
Partnership to focus on the Industry 4.0 needs of Aerospace, Automotive and Heavy Engineering space.
IDC FutureScape: Worldwide Manufacturing 2019 Predictions
Key themes woven into our worldwide manufacturing top 10 predictions for 2019 include the focus on digital transformation (DX), manufacturing business ecosystems, supply chain management, product and service innovation, and smart manufacturing.
Top Article for 2018 - Machine Automation Explained
Motion control systems are ideal for use in applications that require product positioning, rapid start and stop motions and synchronization of unconnected elements. PLCs have the capability to offer the required signals for commanding stepper systems and servos...
Top Article for 2018 - Protecting Utilities
Minimising cyber security threats on industrial control systems. Without a strong commitment to security, manufacturers will fall victim to the many pitfalls faced by open protocols.
Interview with FactoryFour Co-Founder & CEO Param Shah
In the next 10 years, 4.6MM manufacturing jobs will become open and only 2.2MM are likely to be filled. As this skills gap widens for manufacturing firms, it's going to be critical to run their organizations as efficiently as possible.
Edge Computing as it Relates to the Manufacturing Industry
Edge computing uses dedicated, on-premise resources at the shop-floor level, rather than the remote servers that cloud computing relies on. This provides a significant increase in the rate and amount of data that manufacturers can process in real-time.
ZEISS to build new state-of-the-art facility in the Detroit metro area
The new center will provide a broad portfolio of dimensional metrology and inspection equipment and services to a wide variety of industries including: automotive, medical, aerospace, defense, machine tools and general manufacturing job shops. With almost 170 employees.
5 Steps to Preparing for the Future in the Manufacturing Sector
The manufacturing sector currently contributes £6.7 trillion to the global economy. Despite being subject to regular negative reports, the UK continues to play a significant role in the evolution and growth of global manufacturing.
Preparing to Integrate IIoT
How can controls, automation, and instrumentation help with integration and use of Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) technologies?
5 Benefits of Using a Rugged Thin Client
When plant operators turn to a virtual desktop infrastructure to run their industrial plant processes, they need an endpoint device that can reliably deliver the efficiency they are looking for in spite of harsh plant conditions.
Creating a Flexible Manufacturing Facility Using Automation Technology
In terms of manufacturing, flexibility refers to the machines being adaptable and responsive to change. In the case of flexible manufacturing, the machines are able to adapt processes and scale their operations according to different situations...
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