DigiKey Powers the Future of Automation with Next-Generation Solutions and Supplier Demos at Automate 2026
Connecting engineers and designers with practical automation solutions through live supplier demos and expert insights
Robotics Meets Sustainable Packaging: PAC Machinery, CMES Robotics and FANUC Demonstrate AI-Driven Pick-to-Pack System at Automate 2026
Demonstrated live at the FANUC America booth (S-1001), the integrated system combines PAC Machinery's Rollbag® R3200XL Fulfillment Paper Automatic Bagger running Fiberflex® curbside recyclable paper mailers with CMES Robotics USA's AI Vision System and a FANUC collaborative robotic arm to create a seamless pick-to-pack workflow for modern fulfillment operations.
USG Expands North American Manufacturing Network with New Alberta Wallboard Plant
• Adds critical wallboard capacity in Western Canada to support a growing regional market
• Represents one of USG's most significant investments in Canada
• Sets a new standard for sustainable manufacturing with state-of-the-art technology and zero-waste initiatives
Mecalux supports Gerresheimer in optimizing medical device logistics in the US with two automated warehouses
The multinational company has upgraded its facilities in Peachtree City (GA), strengthening its leadership in the North American medical device market
Automate 2026 Product Preview
Automate 2026 takes place June 22nd - 25th in Chicago, IL. The Exhibit hall floor will be loaded with new products and services. Here is a preview of some things to look forward to at this years event.
Largest EXPO PACK México in History Reinforces Event's Position as Latin America's Premier Packaging and Processing Show
Record exhibit space, international participation, and industry-wide engagement brought manufacturing leaders from across Latin America and beyond to Mexico City to explore innovations, build partnerships, and discover solutions shaping the future of packaging and processing.
FreightWeekSTL 2026 Opens with Forward-Looking Conversation on Innovative Supply Chain Companies Garnering Investment
St. Louis Venture Capitalist Spotlights Emerging Technologies and the Region's Competitive Advantage
RS and Banner Engineering deliver plug-and-play Industry 4.0 sensors engineered for problem-solving
Banner Engineering's extensive selection of flexible and feature-rich sensors natively optimized for Industry 4.0 solve common challenges — ranging from space constraints, complex wiring, and difficult target detection to skilled labor shortages — in cross-market discrete and process manufacturing and logistics applications.
Packline Announces New Stainless Steel Vacuum Lifter For Safe Handling Of Food Ingredient Sacks In Cleanroom Environments
Packline Materials Handling, a leading manufacturer of specialist lifting and handling equipment, has announced the production of a new bespoke stainless steel vacuum lifter designed specifically for handling food ingredient sacks in cleanroom and hygienic food processing environments. The solution is available worldwide through Packline and its USA distributor, Ultrasource LLC.
The Real Reason Your Manufacturing AI Won't Scale
The real issue is that most manufacturers are trying to scale AI on top of fragmented data, disconnected systems and operational processes that were never designed to support it.
ORBIS Expands AutoStore™ Bin Production to Texas
Greenville facility now approved as a key North American manufacturing site, supporting growing customer demand.
Packaging And Crating Technologies Unveils Advanced Fire Containment Solutions Designed for Lithium Battery Incidents
INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY HELPS BUSINESSES, FIRST RESPONDERS, AND FACILITIES IMPROVE SAFETY AMID RISING LITHIUM-ION BATTERY FIRE RISKS THIS SUMMER
MISUMI Americas Unveils AI-Powered Supply Chain Platform to Redefine Mechanical Sourcing
Global manufacturing leader helps companies navigate tariff volatility, accelerate product launches, and scale from standard components to complex production assemblies through one trusted partner
The Hidden Cost of Tail Spend in Manufacturing
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A lack of visibility and coordination across tail spend often masks pricing inconsistencies, supplier duplication, and missed opportunities, making it harder for manufacturers to control costs and reduce risk in an increasingly uncertain global environment.
DigiKey Earns 29 Top Honors from Supplier Partners at the 2026 EDS Leadership Summit
Company leaders shared updates on digital integration initiatives and inventory investment strategy
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Supply Chain - Featured Product
Powerful robot drives: Perfect solutions for modern robotics
With a focus on high power density and system integration, maxon supports application optimized robot designs and provides engineering services including design, simulation, and system optimization even for highly complex robotic architectures.
maxon provides high precision drive solutions for multi axis robotic systems requiring absolute repeatability, high efficiency, and dynamic performance. Complemented by design, simulation, and system optimization support, maxon enables application optimized robotic architectures with high power density and seamless system integration.
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Manufacturing and Automation - Featured Company
Insight Works
Insight Works is an Independent Software Vendor (ISV) that caters to the manufacturing and distribution industry. Their product line features a breadth of end-to-end apps that integrate with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. There are apps designed for manufacturing, distribution, shipping, sales, productivity, barcoding, and more. Headquartered in Canada since 2008, Insight Works™ operates remote offices in the United States and the Netherlands. To learn more, visit www.dmsiworks.com.
