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Critical Manufacturing at APEX 2025: The need for a new MES for making Industry 4.0 a reality
Attendees will learn how Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) can optimize factory productivity and lower innovation costs.
Additive manufacturing for complex mechanical parts
An engineer’s handbook with this title would say that additive manufacturing (AM) is a process for building three-dimensional objects, layer by layer from digital models.
Dig smarter, not harder: Volvo’s new hybrid excavators
Volvo Construction Equipment is incorporating hydraulic hybrid technology into its most recent series of excavators.
IKO’s new high-thrust linear motor stage delivers long stroke lengths in constrained spaces
The direct drive linear motor stage is engineered for dynamic applications such as semiconductor fabrication which requires high thrust forces and long strokes.
Emerson next-generation pneumatic valves now available with higher flow rates, greater flexibility
The latest AVENTICS series XV release offers greater range with new flow rates, configurations, functionality, certifications and more.
Feast on technology at Appetite for Engineering
Engineers involved in the food manufacturing or processing sectors are advised to take a seat at this year’s event, which will focus on the challenges and benefits of technology adoption on manufacturing production lines.
Process approvals keep worldwide automation running
Consider the roles of factory acceptance testing, site acceptance testing and production part approval process in the realm of factory automation.
Fasten-ating innovation: Internal threading of sapphire, quartz, alumina and zirconia
This advanced technique for precise and reliable internal threading of exceptionally hard materials allows for new opportunities across the aerospace and defense, medical devices, optics and semiconductor industries.
Create breakthrough designs without limits
Explore how leading organizations leverage integrated electronic systems design solutions to overcome complexity, accelerate innovation and achieve manufacturing success.
The engineering advantages of protective robot suits
Explore the engineering benefits of protective robot suits and their role in enhancing durability, improving functionality and reducing maintenance overhead.
meviy introduces aluminum composite plate for sheet metal processing
The aluminum composite plate is ideal for those looking to reduce part weight while maintaining structural integrity.
Humans generate 62 million tonnes of e-waste each year. Here’s what happens when it’s recycled.
So what can be done to increase the amount of e-waste that’s recycled? And what actually happens during the e-waste recycling process?
6 strategies for zero-waste manufacturing
One thing to note is that zero-waste is an ideal state. It is an aspirational goal and organizations must remember that it is a journey. Incremental and relational improvements are important milestones.
Augury accelerates leadership in industrial AI solutions
Since 2021 the company has increased revenue five-fold, tripled Fortune 500 manufacturing customers, and expanded its portfolio with AI-driven solutions for process optimization.
How cybersecurity helps you become a trusted supplier
In today's digital age, cybersecurity offers benefits beyond compliance and risk mitigation; it's a strategic opportunity. By investing in appropriate security measures, small and medium-sized manufacturers (SMMs) can gain a competitive edge and attract more discerning customers.
Take a virtual tour of the world's largest clean ammonia facility
Make a virtual visit to the first large-scale clean ammonia facility planned to be built in the U.S.
New Seco face milling cutter offers high flexibility and ease of use
The cutter ensures self-centering of inserts for reliable, error-free positioning and incorporates a multi-insert pocket design that accommodates a variety of insert types for a range of applications.
Precision motion from microns to meters
Hiwin is an industry leader in motion products at the core of the automation process.
Exotec’s new robot system promises to transform storage and retrieval
The new Next Generation Skypod system features several upgrades, including a more compact Skypod robot, a workstation for robot-to-robot picking, a high-throughput exchanger and denser storage.
Wide range of AM applications: From knee implants to robotic grippers
At RAPID + TCT 2025, ARBURGadditive will showcase a Freeformer 750-3X in a high-temperature version, which can process Ultem 9085 and PEAK as original granulate.