Robotics, automation, and how a strong network is needed to connect it all up
Manish Sablokk for IoTTech: Cutting-edge robots and other advanced smart machines are set to be added into the rapidly expanding Internet of Things, which is projected to reach 25 billion devices by 2020. Robotics has already been used in manufacturing to great effect for over a decade, performing delicate and precise tasks with a higher success rate than humans. With advancements such as 'deep learning' robots, delivery drones and ubiquitous knowledge-sharing between machines, widespread robotics adoption is becoming far more feasible.
In healthcare, there are already robotic services in operation with automated pharmacy dispensing and robotic trolleys - robots that can navigate between floors and even call the lift using a Wi-Fi sensor. The hospitality sector has also been a keen adopter of robotics to deliver services and in education, robots are being deployed successfully as a tutor, tool or peer in learning activities, providing language, science and technology education. Cont'd...
IMTS - Integrated Industries Conference at IMTS 2016 To Address Motion, Drive & Automation, Industrial Internet of Things/Industry 4.0 And Surface Technology Topics
"We have assembled some of the best known companies in these fields to discuss the rapidly evolving technologies and trends across each topic track," said Larry Turner, president/CEO of Hannover Fairs USA, a subsidiary of Deutsche Messe, the organizer of HANNOVER MESSE. "Attendees can expect to hear from lifelong experts in smart manufacturing."
Tooling U-SME Introduces an Accelerated Approach to Apprenticeship to Help Build the Manufacturing Workforce
The Apprenticeship Acceleration Framework defines specific knowledge and skill requirements that align with common apprenticeship job functions. This level of detail allows apprentices to show competence in these roles through a more accelerated process.
Industrial digitisation on fast track
The New Indian Express: In a move to build the digital enterprise, the digitisation in industrial sector is set to grow to 65 percent in the next five years as it is a priority of most CEOs in the industry, according to a PwC report.
According to PwC Industry 4.0 report, more than half of the industrial companies in India are using data analytics and over 90 per cent expect data to impact their decision-making in five years.
Globally, digitisation is expected to rise to 72 per cent from 33 per cent, the report noted.
It is also noted that around 39 percent of the companies plan to invest more than 8 percent of their annual revenues in digital programmes in the next five years. Cont'd...
FlexMove Increases Functionality and User Experience with the Launch of New Website
FlexMove's new website at www.flexmove.com, brings a responsive design, easy navigation, updated product pages and other tools to guide users quickly to the information they're looking for.
Method for Calculating Moment Loads on Linear Actuators
With the actual equipment, there are various kinds of equipment conditions and driving conditions for electric actuators and cylinders and thus, it is very difficult to explain all the operating conditions.
Is There a Tomorrow for Manufacturing in the United States?
Operators will soon be able to test and optimize the machine settings for the next product in line in the virtual world before they make the physical change-over.
QUINTUS® Deep-Draw Press to Support Cutting-Edge Turbine Engine Programs at Electro-Methods
New hydroform press meets needs for versatility, efficiency in jet engine component fabrication
Butler Automatic Launches SP3HSL Series Automatic Film Splicer
Middleborough, MA - Butler Automatic, the inventor and global leader of automatic splicing solutions, announces its new SP3HSL Series Automatic Film Splicer. The SP3HSL Series Automatic Film Splicer, an automatic web splicing system for printed sleeve films, will increase line efficiency in sleeved packaging operations by eliminating film roll change downtime.
Student Engagement Essential to Drive Interest in Manufacturing Careers
Teachers, professors and other academic leaders often emphasize that among the greatest challenges in education and training is getting students engaged. This theory holds true regardless of the age of students, the school they attend or the subject they study.
Rockwell Automation SequenceManager Solution Offers Increased Functionality, Scalability for Process Applications
Modern batch solution offers enhanced integration with controller for better responsiveness and flexibility in process control applications
Sciaky to Deliver Industry-Leading Electron Beam Additive Manufacturing System to EWI
Sciaky and EWI will work together to 3D-print metal prototype parts for a wide range of manufacturers
Industrial Internet Consortium Announces the Factory Automation Platform as a Service (FA PaaS) Testbed
Contributing to business innovations in the global manufacturing industry through open IoT platforms that combine FA and IT
Plex Manufacturing Cloud Connects with Microsoft Office 365
Plex Delivers Microsoft Office 365 Connector; Launches Plex Developer Portal built on Microsoft Azure
Turck Introduces the TBPN Hybrid Safety Block I/O Module
Turck introduces the TBPN safety block I/O module, which is the first block I/O module to combine both standard and safety inputs/outputs in a single device. The IP67 hybrid modules can be adapted to the specific signal requirements in the machine, and in doing so, help users to save valuable space and greatly reduce overall system costs of their machines.
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