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The Association for Advancing Automation (A3) launches five new virtual events

June 18, 2020 · RIA Robotics Week announced as trade group moves fall conferences online.

Top Five Warehouse Management Problems and How to Fix Them

June 17, 2020 · Warehouse management is commonly associated with six basic tenets: accuracy, cost control, efficiency, cleanliness, safety and security, but the underlying processes are complex and dynamic, presenting major problems for warehouse managers across industries.

Next-Gen: Diving Into Deep Learning for Social Good

June 15, 2020 · Student Competition: The DrivenData Open AI Challenge

Study from Blue Yonder and WMG takes a long look at impact of COVID-19 on retail supply chains

June 12, 2020 · It is fair to say that the COVID-19 pandemic has had a jarring impact on retail supply chains in myriad ways, in terms of how retailers had to respond and react to a new way of handling their supply chain operations. That was made clear in the findings of a recent study published by Blue Yonder (formerly JDA), a provider of AI-driven and end-to-end supply chain management services, and WMG, an academic department at the University of Warwick, England that provides research, education and knowledge transfer in engineering, manufacturing and technology.

Xometry Launches US Custom Manufacturing Stimulus Plan

June 12, 2020 · Manufacturing marketplace provides $50 to every U.S.-based customer to make custom parts.

PTC Extends Alliances with Rockwell Automation and Microsoft

June 12, 2020 · Goal is to atccelerate value of digital transformation for manufacturers.

FANUC’s CNC Machining Solution Now Includes 5-Axis Simulation

June 12, 2020 · The new training option addresses the manufacturing skills gap and the need for more advanced machine tool operators.

Are exoskeletons the X factor for industrial workers?

June 10, 2020 · You might know the exoskeleton from Iron Man, but this emerging technology may offer relief to persistent, and costly, injuries.

Crown Equipment celebrates NFSD by emphasizing integrated approach to safety

June 8, 2020 · Crown Equipment releases new e-book, “An Integrated Approach to Forklift Safety,” and introduces a new safety and support display in its virtual trade show.

Purdue Engineering to Host Webinar on Advancing Freight Truck Automation

June 8, 2020 · Webinar will focus on how to enhance safety, efficiency in light of COVID-19.

HP Teams with BASF, Oechsler on Industrial 3D Printing

June 8, 2020 · Expanded partnerships will expand use of new PP material for manufacturing applications.

Robotic software takes control of the warehouse

June 8, 2020 · Just like WES, robot operating systems are undergoing a transformation that may change the way we manage distribution centers.

XAAR 1003 Printhead Designed for Industrial 3D Printing

June 8, 2020 · The Xaar 1003 is proving useful for the industrialization of 3D printing with its speed, reliability and ability to jet a variety of fluids, over an increased viscosity range, company says.

What’s New in Netfabb 2021

June 8, 2020 · Company says this 3D printing software is designed to help users accomplish more work in less time with fewer build errors.

3D Printing Fills Nasal Swab Void

June 8, 2020 · 3D printing companies and medical researchers are coming together to accelerate production of nasal swab designs to quickly address COVID-19-related shortages.

3D Printing Pumps Out Essential PPE

June 4, 2020 · Private citizens and corporate enterprises are turning to 3D printing to buttress the limited stock piles of much-needed Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Additive Manufacturer Green Trade Association Commissions Research Project

June 4, 2020 · Project will be a systematic review of existing studies on the environmental benefits of AM.

Stratasys Announces Strategic Resizing to Accelerate Growth

June 4, 2020 · Measure reflects shift to leaner operating model.

HP Introduces Polypropylene Material to Expand 3D Printing Market

June 4, 2020 · Update includes new PP material for final parts, expanded alliance with BASF, new digital manufacturing partnership with Oechsler and new Metal Jet milestone.

Editor’s Pick: Closing the gap on 3D printing expertise

June 3, 2020 · Materialise Mindware is billed as an advisory service to offer businesses strategic, tailored and technology-neutral insights on 3D printing usage.

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