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The factory of the future is movable and capable of adapting to the manufacturing process
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Dear Industry Expert,
The factory of the future is movable and capable of adapting to the manufacturing process. It transports energy contactlessly, with load cells in the floor that recognize people and measure the weight of plant and machinery. |
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The factory of the future is adaptable, connected, and flexible
While demand sets the pace, the product determines the process. Machines and robots are constantly reconfiguring themselves. Autonomous transport vehicles deliver components, sophisticated robotic systems pick up workpieces and sort them, assistance systems support workers, and artificial intelligence takes over quality control. Industry 4.0 software can visualize processes and machine statuses at any time. But control over all this remains firmly in human hands. More... |
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Smart machining is now
"Smart machining" is at the heart of the technological innovations at WFL, bringing about an increase in performance thanks to the most diverse range of machining technologies. The range of applications covered by the M20 is almost infinite, capable of carrying out the demanding and complex machining tasks found in the aviation, automotive, engineering and plastics industries.
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Arburg focuses on lightweight construction, digitalization
Arburg is focusing on the topics of digitalisation and resource conservation. Other highlights at the fair are the Freeformer for the industrial additive manufacturing and a smart Allrounder in the “Factory of the Future”. At Chinaplas, Arburg is presenting not only sophisticated exhibits used for LSR processing, lightweight construction and additive manufacturing, but also a turnkey solution for medical technology. More...
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Overcoming the crisis with digital twins
The corona pandemic has slowed companies down, forcing manufacturers to adopt new working methods, which have led in turn to line and system disruptions that have ultimately reduced productivity. The introduction of new procedures and regulations, some of which are very strict, has resulted in unproductive working hours for staff. Digitalising their machines also gives manufacturers increased control over their machinery. More...
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Givaudan releases digital sensory insights tool
Givaudan Taste & Wellbeing has announced the launch of the Aroma Kiosk, a ground-breaking new digital sensory insights tool, which is designed to connect with consumers in dynamic environments such as grocery and department stores, universities and shopping malls to gather valuable consumer insights and recommend products in real time. The Aroma Kiosk is the latest addition to the company’s ecosystem of digital and AI tools. More...
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3D post-processing system meet stringent requirements
Digital solution combines real time, remote expert insight with continuous monitoring and advanced data analytics. ABB has launched its new ABB Ability Performance Optimization Service for cold rolling mills, offering steel, aluminium and other metals manufacturers opportunities to reach new levels of operational performance through technology, boosting their processes and profitability. More...
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Robotmaster Version 7.4 from Hypetherm now available
Hypertherm, a U.S.-based manufacturer of industrial cutting systems and software, announced the release of Robotmaster Version 7.4. Robotmaster uses integrated CAD/CAM functionality to make robotic programming easy and intuitive for everyone, even first-time users. The software is used by a wide range of industries to program robots for tasks that include, surfacing, 3D milling, additive manufacturing, welding, painting, and more.
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