Category: R & D

May 19, 2023

Hard to believe that 3D printing has been with us for more than 40 years. Yet, additive manufacturing (AM), which can deliver enormous value, is still greatly underutilized. When properly implemented, the technology can reduce material waste and energy costs, […]

May 2, 2023

Nikon Corporation has announced the formation of Nikon Advanced Manufacturing, Inc. which will begin its operation in July 2023. This new customer-centric digital manufacturing solutions company will be based in California, United States, and serve as the global headquarters of […]

May 1, 2023

Smart Manufacturing is a generic term being frequently used to describe the use of advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), and automation to optimize manufacturing processes. This advanced manufacturing approach aims to enhance productivity, efficiency, […]

April 21, 2023

Chief Information Officers (CIOs) in South Africa’s manufacturing sector face a challenging operating environment with increasing competition, rand/dollar volatility, higher customer expectations, load shedding and shorter innovation cycles. Technology is essential to keep up with the pace of change, drive […]

April 21, 2023

Materials informatics is the application of data-driven methods, including machine learning techniques, to the field of materials science. This important part of the digital transformation toolbox for the materials industry has wide-ranging benefits, but the ability to enhance the sustainability […]

April 19, 2023

It might sound like something from the realm of science fiction – but robots and robotics are transforming the production landscape. Robotics simulation has steadily evolved to keep up with the growing capabilities of industrial robots. Robotics simulation can be […]

April 17, 2023

Technology has evolved rapidly in the last three decades. A rising global population means a higher demand for goods and services. Companies find ways to increase production and quality control, such as through the Internet of Things. The IoT has […]

April 13, 2023

Nokia today launched four third-party applications for MX Industrial Edge (MXIE), which help enterprises connect, collect and analyze data from operational technology (OT) assets on a robust and secure on-premises edge. Asset-heavy industries can accelerate their digital transformation and benefit […]

April 12, 2023

Manufacturers transitioning to Industry 4.0 have a lot of decisions to make. One of them is choosing an IIOT technology solution that best fits their needs and business goals. Since it’s new and unknown territory for most which leaves many […]

April 7, 2023

The use of robotics in manufacturing has grown consistently over the past decade. A recent report from the Association for Advancing Automation revealed that North America saw a record in robot sales in 2022, with the number of robots ordered […]

April 4, 2023

As municipalities launch lofty environmental initiatives such as New York City’s goal of sending zero waste to landfill by 2030, University at Buffalo School of Management researchers have developed a new model that optimizes the costs and benefits of using […]

March 6, 2023

As concerns of an economic downturn continue to loom, businesses of all sizes in the manufacturing sector are bracing for challenges. However, despite these difficulties, it’s still possible for organizations to avoid problems from external factors by enacting a strategic […]

February 28, 2023

With Bosch Rexroth’s ROKIT Locator software, mobile robots can independently determine their position. Users no longer need expert knowledge or additional infrastructure to commission a mobile robot. Locator allows mobile robots to determine their position and orientation in any environment, […]

February 14, 2023

Industry 4.0 is widely considered to play a significant role in the future of manufacturing. Industry 4.0 refers to the integration of advanced technologies including artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things (IoT), and robotics into the manufacturing process creating smart […]

February 8, 2023

Once a laggard in adopting digital technology, the manufacturing sector has made significant gains in recent years. Today, companies are hooking into cloud technology and continually digitizing operations. As a result, they’re able to better handle disruption and dramatically advance […]

January 25, 2023

The South China Morning Post has reported that China has published a new ‘Robot +’ Application Action Plan laying out 10 industries where it wants to use more robots, as the country rushes to automate sectors from manufacturing to agriculture […]

January 20, 2023

Cloud computing provides services to enhance manufacturing operations by working with computing power, big data processing, and making decisions based on its insights. Hence, Cloud computing is an essential resource in the modern manufacturing Industry. Cloud computing’s role in manufacturing […]

January 3, 2023

According to Raw Material Study 2022 by INVERTO, 81% of manufacturers expect solid or moderate increases in raw material prices over the next 18 months. This, as well as rising energy prices, makes manufacturing costlier and less profitable. Fortunately, digitalization […]

December 28, 2022

Increasing industry convergence and the emergence of innovative technologies revolutionize the global building management system (BMS) industry. Frost & Sullivan’s recent analysis of the global building management systems market finds that the need to ensure occupants’ safety and comfort encourages […]

December 14, 2022

Microsoft Corp.’s $1 billion climate innovation fund is betting on a battery startup valued at more than $3 billion that is trying to dramatically improve power and charging time of electric vehicles. Group14 Technologies is getting $214 million from investors—just […]