Heavy-duty robotic welding cells can be a great first step May 21, 2020 Like many technologies in manufacturing and fabrication today, welding operations have evolved to be more automated, flexible, adaptive, and “smarter” for improved throughput, safety and deposition accuracy.
Eaton's Plan to Implement Industry 4.0 September 3, 2020 An Eaton executive describes the automotive supplier's plans to utilize Industry 4.0.
Mitsubishi Electric Automation Announces New Key Leadership Personnel July 9, 2020 Mitsubishi Electric Automation has appointed new executive personnel to grow and increase its presence in the Americas. In a series of hires and promotions, Mitsubishi Electric Automation Inc. (MEAU) has named key personnel to new executive positions detailed below.
Ultimaker Launches Software to Help IT Departments Overcome AM Barriers July 15, 2020 Ultimaker has launched Ultimaker Essentials, a new software solution created to aid companies in overcoming major barriers in the adoption of additive manufacturing. Ultimaker Essentials enables companies to incorporate 3D printing in existing IT infrastructures and allows for distribution and updating of 3D printing software.
Ford Leases Boston Dynamics Robots July 28, 2020 Ford Motor Co. is leasing four-legged robots from Boston Dynamics as part of a program to reduce cost and boost efficiency.
ExOne, Xometry Form Partnership August 26, 2020 ExOne Company and Xometry announced they will join together to provide metal 3D printing services.
Sandvik Launches Sanicro 35 Super-Austenitic Grade Steel August 26, 2020 Maker of a new alloy targets extremely corrosive environments and seawater applications
Practices and Pitfalls of 3D Printing for COVID-19 June 22, 2020 By now, most of us in the manufacturing world are familiar with the steady stream of news describing organizations, large and small, providing medical equipment using 3D printers.
Lessons Learned from Metalcutting Can Guide AM December 9, 2019 Additive manufacturing (AM) once was called “rapid prototyping.” Its earliest forms made prototype parts—and nothing else. However, manufacturers were intrigued by the prospect of using it to make cost-effective metal parts in production. That day is here.
Process Control by Analyzing Metal Temperature Gradients with Fixed Thermal Imaging November 22, 2019 Producing metal products is one of the most energy intensive industries. Improving both energy and production efficiency, as well as ensuring product quality is at the top of any manufacturers to do list. Engineers should consider using fixed thermal imaging cameras to optimize their manufacturing process.