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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.
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.
Software suite focuses on operation excellence
- Mar 25, 2024
- Product Release
Hexagon has released HxGN Production Machining, a software suite developed to help machine shops with their operational goals.
Cobot flexibility opens opportunities for welders
- By Rob Colman
- Mar 25, 2024
- Article
With simpler user interfaces and arm size options, the possibilities may seem endless.
CTMA Economic Uncertainty: Helping You Navigate Windsor Seminar
- April 30, 2024
- Event
On April 30, the CTMA, in partnership with BDC and EDC, will host a breakfast seminar to help members navigate through a period of "Economic Uncertainty."
CTMA Economic Uncertainty: Helping You Navigate Kitchener Seminar
- May 2, 2024
- Event
The CTMA will host an informative breakfast seminar to help members of the industry navigate through a period of "Economic Uncertainty," on May 2, 2024.
Online manufacturing platform adds instant quotes for sheet metal fabrication
- Mar 22, 2024
- Product Release
RapidDirect has expanded the instant quotes features of its online AI-enabled manufacturing platform.
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