CT Scanning Vital for Airworthy Parts October 25, 2021 Industrial computed tomography is a cost-effective, reliable way to meet intensifying requirements for qualifying both the design of aerospace parts and the materials needed for their construction.
Aerospace Electrification Challenges, Opportunities October 5, 2021 Over the last 30 years, the electrical power demand on aircraft has increased by a factor of 10. While the growth in aerospace E/E systems has introduced new challenges, it is also creating new opportunities.
Carefully Partition Tasks Between Humans, Robots October 8, 2021 Businesses are starting to recover from the pandemic—some more than others—and the need to deliver a seamless experience from online to the store is requiring a rethink of entire supply chains.
Platinum Tooling President Celebrates Four Generations and 100 Years in Metal Cutting December 6, 2021 In a world where machine shops are struggling to stay open and maintain their business and in a day when “going into dad’s business” is not what it once was, Platinum Tooling is an exception to the rule.
Energy Industry Demands New Mix of Parts November 29, 2021 While fossil fuels dominate the energy market, expect a new mix of parts as renewable energy and EVs grow in market share.
Walter to Acquire GWS Tool Group November 22, 2021 Walter has signed an agreement to acquire the U.S.-based GWS Tool Group, a manufacturer of solid carbide endmills and drills as well as HSS taps and PCD products.
Report Outlines Difficulty in Boosting Automation in Manufacturing November 17, 2021 Manufacturers are looking to boost use of automation, according to a report by Ericsson released today. However, the report cautioned that may be easier said than done.
ABB Says Flexibility Needed With Shift to Vehicle Electrification November 18, 2021 Automakers will need more flexible manufacturing with the shift to electric vehicles, plug-in hybrids and other powertrains, automation company ABB said today in a presentation.
Discovering the Keys to U.S. Manufacturing Recovery October 5, 2021 The COVID-19 pandemic clearly proved challenging to the manufacturing industry in myriad ways. Now, as nations and industries begin to navigate their way forward as restrictions are lifted, manufacturers have an opportunity to put into practice some lessons learned.
LIMS Edge Device Expedites Entry into Industry 4.0 Production, Competitiveness September 30, 2021 LIMS—the Low Investment Manufacturing System—is an unassuming little box consisting of a computer with proprietary Solution Engine software and an I/O hub that plugs into a standard outlet. When wired at the edge of a piece of production equipment, it becomes a simple solution for collecting and sharing complex sensor-derived data.