An Introduction to Statistical Process Control (SPC)
One of the key ideas in lean manufacturing is that defects should be detected as early as possible. Efforts to control manufacturing processes so that issues can be detected before…
Photo Chemical Etching Could Provide a Solution for Fuel Cell Production
As companies are looking more into energy diversification, it has created a dynamic investment environment for alternative energy options. Photo chemical etching company Precision Micro has expressed its solution, particularly…
ABB Reveals New PickMaster Twin Software Powered by Digital Twin Technology
The ABB PickMaster Digital Twin. (Photo courtesy of ABB.) ABB Robotics recently launched the third generation of PickMaster. The PickMaster line is ABB’s vision-guided robotic software for random flow picking…
Mencom introduces 5 port Ethernet Switch / Panel Interface Connector Solution
Mencom’s LP1-E45UM-5 Low profile Panel interface connector has combined two of the most common and versatile components utilized by today’s integrators, machine builders, and panel shops. Source URL: Mencom introduces…
US Machine Production Gains Competitive Edge
By Mark Howard, EU Automation Surpassing all expectations, the Federal Reserve announced a rise in the US manufacturing production index of 0.5 per cent in August 2019. This article discusses…
American Control Electronics introduces CMC Series of standalone accessory card
This current sensing module is a tool for new and existing systems where an added level of monitoring and protection is required. Source URL: American Control Electronics introduces CMC Series…
Mikrotron announces appointment of Dr. Thomas Dekorsy as Managing Director
Dr. Dekorsy, who brings more than 30 years of executive level business experience within the electronics and automotive Industry to his new position, will provide worldwide leadership and development of…
Littelfuse announces 5 additions to Alternistor TRIAC series of switching thyristors
Available in five surface-mount and through-hole packages, these components expand the Littelfuse TRIAC product line by making 150°C maximum junction temperature devices available in 600V to 800V with ratings of…
Manufacturing & Cloud EDI: Keeping your eyes on the prize
By Frank Kenney, Cleo By taking a proactive approach to EDI integration and ecommerce, and by moving EDI processes to the cloud, manufacturers can more easily navigate the winding pathway…
Rockwell Automation introduces ArmorStart ST distributed motor controllers
The ArmorStart ST with integrated safety is a networked safety enabled On-Machine solution designed to integrate into Allen-Bradley Logix controllers and programmed using Studio 5000 software. Source URL: Rockwell Automation…