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Research from Interact Analysis outlines potential challenges ahead for warehouse automation market

September 27, 2019 · Report predicts double-digit growth for 2019 and 2020, headwinds expected in 2021. Service, maintenance and aftermarket sales will become an increasingly important part of system integrators' business models.

What Exactly Is Hyperlocal Fulfillment?

September 26, 2019 · In this article and resulting white paper, we look at the challenges giving rise to the hyperlocal fulfillment trend, and why they must be addressed, we explain how hyperlocal fulfillment also known as micro-fulfillment works, look at the logistics implications and detail the benefits as well as some of the risks.

3D Systems Unveils Material to Enable Direct Digital Production of Plastic Parts

September 26, 2019 · New Figure 4 advanced photopolymer material exhibits thermoplastic behaviors.

Keysight Technologies Delivers Automated Test Solution for Automotive Ethernet Receivers at 1G Speeds

September 26, 2019 · New software speeds time to market with comprehensive testing needed to achieve compliance required by IEEE and OPEN Alliance.

Altair Adds Battery System Simulation Software to the Altair Partnership Alliance

September 26, 2019 · The CellMod Virtual Battery by Sendyne has been added to the APA.

Körber Acquires Majority Stake in Cohesio Group

September 25, 2019 · The Australian-based company is a leading integrator of voice-directed and autonomous mobile robotics (AMR) solutions for logistics.

EnvisionTEC Features European Debut of Additive Manufacturing Partnership with Henkel Loctite

September 24, 2019 · The companies have signed an agreement to combine Henkel´s materials expertise with EnvisionTEC´s printer and application know-how.

Markforged Releases Inconel 625 Superalloy for 3D Printing

September 24, 2019 · Engineers can now 3D print Inconel 625, opening up new metal applications in corrosive and extreme heat environments.

3D Printing Isn’t the Death of Die Casting

September 23, 2019 · CAASE19 Virtual Conference sessions explores how additive manufacturing can augment existing die casting processes.

Connecting into Lift Truck Asset Health

September 23, 2019 · Lift truck maintenance relies on having diligent procedures and readily available technicians, but connected lift truck solutions are an emerging means of improving maintenance programs.

Transportation Technologies: First Autonomous Yard Spotters, Then Autonomous Over-the-Road Trucks

September 20, 2019 · An in-depth look at how autonomous spotters and trucks will impact the supply chain over the next five to ten years.

Creaform adds Academia 50 3D Scanner to its Educational Solution Suite

September 19, 2019 · ACADEMIA 50 uses structured white light technology to scan objects made of any material, surface type or color, according to the company.

Columbia/Okura announces new cobot strategic alliance with Universal Robots

September 18, 2019 · Partnership to provide safe and economical palletizing solution for clients facing labor shortages.

Deloitte/MAPI Study: Smart factories key to tripling stalled labor productivity growth rate by 2030

September 17, 2019 · More than 86% of survey respondents believe smart factory initiatives will be the main driver of manufacturing competitiveness in the next five years, though only 51% are making/have made investments.

ANSYS 2019 R3 Expands Autonomous Vehicles Solution

September 16, 2019 · Latest release delivers innovations in sensors, virtual environments and AI simulation.

Stratasys Plans Strategic Investment in Xaar 3D

September 16, 2019 · Stratasys to increase ownership in Xaar 3D from 15% to 45% with option to fully acquire.

Nano Dimension Presents Production-Grade Printed Capacitors for PCBs

September 16, 2019 · Capacitors 3D printed on the DragonFly system eliminate the need for assembly.

KODAK 3D Printing Expands with new Materials and Accessories

September 13, 2019 · Smart International, an authorized global brand licensee of 3D printing for Kodak, announces that KODAK 3D Printing will be expanding its range of materials to include Acrylic and Nylon 6/66/12.

Navajo Technical University Chooses Optomec System for Metal AM Training Center

September 12, 2019 · NTU purchased the directed energy deposition machine with a National Science Foundation grant for use in its new Center for Advanced Manufacturing.

FANUC and ModuleWorks Announce Cooperation on Machining Simulation for CNC Controls

September 12, 2019 · ModuleWorks material removal simulation is multi-axis, multi-purpose simulation technology.

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