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Enews May 2023

Top 5 Tips for Approaching a Big Data Project

Technological change is in the air and the buzzwords are as thick as mosquitos on a summer night. Industry 4.0. Machine learning. Artificial intelligence. Digital twins. Analytics. Edge computing. Here are five nuggets of information and suggestions for exploring big data as a foray into digital manufacturing. 1. Big Data Makes for a Good Foundation In the article, “Digital … [Read more...] about Top 5 Tips for Approaching a Big Data Project

Carbon Introduces LOCTITE® 3843 HDT60

Carbon®, Redwood City, California, is a 3D printing technology company that launched the LOCTITE 3843 HDT60 as an addition to its material portfolio. It was developed for product designers and production engineers who need a fast turnaround time for a wide variety of tools, fixtures, jigs and decorative parts that require high accuracy, surface finish and the ability to … [Read more...] about Carbon Introduces LOCTITE® 3843 HDT60

ARI Launches Technology Updates to Max Series

Absolute Robot Inc. (ARI), Worcester, Massachusetts, is a supplier of a cost-effective robot line that ranges from pneumatic pickers to full-servo robots that can be equipped on machines up to 3,300 tons. ARI has announced an upgrade to its Max series of full-servo top-entry (cartesian) robots. A major control enhancement, as well as increased traverse speeds, allow the Max … [Read more...] about ARI Launches Technology Updates to Max Series

Piab Group Acquires COVAL

Piab Group, Stockholm, Sweden, has acquired COVAL, a major global player in vacuum automation components and systems. With more than 35 years of history, COVAL adds a solid portfolio of premium products, highly experienced and skilled employees, a strong brand known for the highest quality standards and many new customers to Piab Group. The transaction is fully funded through a … [Read more...] about Piab Group Acquires COVAL

HS Inc. Transitions Business Focus to Manufacturing Automation

HS Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan, a provider of turnkey automation solutions to the manufacturing industry, announced its strategic intent to focus on its automation integration business. HS Inc. expanded its capabilities to include automated assembly solutions in 2000 and will transition resources to expand its automated technology capacity and offerings. HS Inc. offers … [Read more...] about HS Inc. Transitions Business Focus to Manufacturing Automation

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