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Automation and Software
Automation and Software - The Automation and Software section covers the machine, robotic, and software advancements that remove human interaction from the manufacturing process. This entails all manufacturing activities, from initial quoting in the front office to shipping of metal components to the customer. Robotics, end-of-arm tooling, software, and controls all play a part in this mechanization. This section also focuses on CNCs, HMIs, PLCs, and other forms of machine control and includes information on the latest CAD/CAM software.
Sustainability Analyzer Tool helps users measure and reduce carbon footprint
- Apr 26, 2024
- Product Release
Sandvik Coromant has launched its new Sustainability Analyzer, an upgraded version of the company’s existing Productivity Analyzer tool.
GF Machining Solutions names managing director and head of market region North and Central Americas
- Apr 25, 2024
- News Release
GF Machining Solutions has announced the promotion of Onik Bhattacharyya to the position of managing director and head of market region North and Central Americas. In his new position, Bhattacharyya will play a key role in reinforcing the company’s industry leadership as a full...
Hypertherm Associates partners with Rapyuta Robotics
- Apr 24, 2024
- News Release
Rapyuta Robotics’ Pick Assist AMRs allow Hypertherm Associates to automate warehousing and empower its associates in a sustainable manner.
CTMA launches another round of Career-Ready program
- Apr 22, 2024
- News Release
Eligible employers can receive up to $15,000 to assist with hiring and training.
Association of Advancing Automation (A3) celebrates 50 year anniversary
- Apr 22, 2024
- News Release
The company will celebrate their golden anniversary in Chicago on May 6 to 9 at Automate 2024.
Portable system becomes hot tech in heat treatment
- By James Figy
- Apr 17, 2024
- Article
Heat View delivers compact, rugged, and customizable heat-treating systems using space-saving EtherCAT measurement I/O and PC-based automation.
Mastercam appoints new president
- Apr 11, 2024
- News Release
Mastercam, Tolland, Conn., has named Susan Brandt as its new president.
Mastercam names new VP and head of human resources
- Apr 9, 2024
- News Release
Mastercam has announced the promotion of Jason Chateauneuf to vice-president and head of human resources, effective April 2, 2024.
Joint Open House reconnects manufacturers with their suppliers
- Apr 4, 2024
- News Release
Four Ontario-based machine tool builders and distributors will host the Joint Open House event May 8-9, 2024.
Robotic bending cell features built-in adaptive bending system
- Apr 3, 2024
- Product Release
The press brake features a 2,500-mm bend length, 5-axis backgauge, and 2,500-mm crowning table.
Robotic beam cutting machine performs automated cutting of structural parts
- Apr 2, 2024
- Product Release
The small-footprint machine features automated infeed and outfeed and a photo-laser measuring device for fast profiling and positioning.
ERP update includes order batching feature
- Apr 2, 2024
- Product Release
Cetec ERP has released an updated software version that includes order batching.
Lift and tilt table lowers to floor level for hand pallet truck accessibility
- Apr 1, 2024
- Product Release
The ZLS-T from Southworth Products is a combination lifter and tilter designed for accessing items stored in containers, totes, or gaylords.
Canadian shows offer opportunities for innovation
- By Rob Colman
- Mar 29, 2024
- Blog Post
Metalworking & Manufacturing Expos, FABTECH Canada ready to roll in first half of the year.
Export function helps optimize sheet metal part cost calculations
- Mar 28, 2024
- Product Release
Optimate has expanded its cost calculation feature with a new export function to help sheet metal manufacturers calculate parts more quickly and precisely.
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