Human workforce vs robotic automation

As technology and innovations continue to further progress, people are starting to wonder whether their fears that artificial intelligence and automation are in fact phasing out humans. With much of the manufacturing industry relying more on CNC Automation, does this mean the human aspect of our workforce will soon be obsolete?

Automated manufacturing across the entire process

Autonomous manufacturing – at EMO, DMG MORI presented innovative automation solutions for future-oriented manufacturing.

Global energy sector witnesses digital transformation

Total expenditure in software, analytics, and information technology services within power distribution and retail companies will hit $33.42 billion by 2030, finds Frost & Sullivan

OMRON invests in Taiwan's cobot company Techman Robot

Robotic technology where humans and machines work together, offering a solution to labor shortages

IMTS is the additive manufacturing destination for 2022

IMTS 2022 will showcase AM solutions as part integrated manufacturing technology offerings in the Metal Removal, Quality Assurance, CAD/CAM, and other Technology Pavilions covering 1.1 million sq. ft. of exhibit space.

Schaeffler appoints Alfred Lee as President Industrial Asia Pacific

Alfred Lee joins Schaeffler as President Industrial Asia Pacific, bringing close to 30 years of professional experience in the process and automation industry

Metal Forming: An expert survey of the key equipment and processes

Within the metal forming industry, a wide variety of heavy-duty, metal forming, hydraulic presses with capacities of 10,000 tons or more are required to bend, form, bond, or straighten aluminum, titanium, and alloys into structures and components.

Milliken expands solutions for PP recyclers

Milliken adds to its portfolio of solutions for polypropylene recyclers with DeltaFlow™ Viscosity Modifiers

Papers made from 100% recycled fibres

Avery Dennison unveils 3 new papers made from 100% recycled fibres to expand its range of premium sustainable labels

Precise machining for smaller diameters

Leader in metal cutting, Sandvik Coromant, has launched CoroCut® QI, a range of internal and face grooving inserts designed for smaller diameters. Optimized to enable a lighter cutting action and reduced cutting forces, CoroCut® QI ensures high process security, reliable grooving operations and precise chip evacuation, resulting in high surface quality grooves.

New grades support electronic component miniaturisation

SABIC introduces new Superflow ULTEM™ resins to enable miniaturisation for burn in test sockets (BiTS) and connectors powering electronic devices

Oil Removal in Machining Operations: A golden opportunity for cost savings and improved parts quality

Whether tramp oil in coolant, or accumulated oil from parts washing, metalworking operations discover the benefits of efficient, well designed oil removal solutions