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Edge Computing and AI in Manufacturing

With Tacton we wanted to give users the flexibility and configuration options they need to outfit their facility, while ensuring the system was reliable, secure, and easy to install.

The Evolution of MQTT: Empowering Industrial Automation for 25 Years and Beyond

In manufacturing and industrial automation, the evolution of communication protocols has been pivotal in shaping operational efficiency, predictive maintenance, and overall innovation. Among these, MQTT stands as a beacon of connectivity

Automate 2024 Product Preview

Automate 2024 takes place May 6th - 9th in Chicago, Illinois. The Exhibit hall floor will be loaded with new products and services. Here is a preview of some things to look forward to at this years event.

The most compact Motion Control System on the market

FAULHABER is introducing a new Motion Control System. More precisely: The world's smallest Integrated Motion Controller.

Considerations for Choosing the Right Encoder for Your Application

Depending on the encoder, resolution is one of the most important calculations to understand. Accurate print landing, accurate conveyor speed, accurate satellite positioning, accurate elevator control all hinge on the resolution and type of encoder.

BOOSTING PANERA BREAD'S EFFICIENCY WITH CIMON'S PLC AND HMI SOLUTIONS

The initiative aimed not only to streamline operations but also to fit seamlessly within the limited space of retail restaurants, a challenge in the bustling food service industry.

The AI Imperative: Crafting Your Manufacturing Future

How does a business begin to build a compelling AI case? It starts with a problem worth solving. Here is how businesses can leap onto the AI train with a strategy that is as pragmatic as it is ambitious.

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Unlocking Customer Experience: The Critical Role of Your Supply Chain

Cost implications play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional experiences for end-users. By optimizing expenses, businesses can allocate resources to enhance product quality and service delivery, ensuring customer satisfaction.

Three layers of predictive maintenance - New horizons in a world of AI and Big Data

The key difference between preventive maintenance and predictive maintenance is that the latter means completing maintenance only when needed, as opposed to scheduled intervals.

Revolutionizing Sustainability: igus Unveils AI-Driven Solutions for Industry 4.0 at Hannover Messe

Smart maintenance, low-cost robotics, AI-based online tools: igus® showcasing pioneering solutions for the lubrication-free and CO2-neutral industry and automation of tomorrow at the Hannover Messe

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High Speed Piezo Actuators for Micro- and Nano-Dispensing

Highest repetition rates, reliable operation, and customizable design are strengths of PI's newest piezo ceramic actuators.

HellermannTyton Announces Second-Generation Application Tools

EVO® cable tie application tools get a refresh.

Unlocking Efficiency: NORD Introduces Gear Motor QR Codes for Faster Access to Product Information

The QR codes enable users to quickly access product specifications, documentation, and request services for their specific unit.

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Thermal Seal Inspection for Improved Quality and Efficiency
Thermal Seal Inspection for Improved Quality and Efficiency

Thermal Seal Inspection for Improved Quality and Efficiency

MoviTHERM's Thermal Seal Inspection (TSI) solution provides precise and reliable detection of defects in a variety of packaging types, including pouches, bags, blister packs, bottle caps, and more. By detecting defects in your packages, the TSI solution helps increase efficiency in your production line and ensures top-quality packaging is delivered to your customers every time. With state-of-the-art technology and an experienced team, MoviTHERM is dedicated to delivering accurate inspection solutions and peace of mind to its clients. Contact MoviTHERM today to learn more about their thermal seal inspection solution.

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OnLogic

OnLogic is a global industrial computer manufacturer who designs highly-configurable, solution-focused computers engineered for reliability at the IoT edge. Their systems operate in the world's harshest environments, empowering customers to solve their most complex computing challenges, no matter their industry. OnLogic has helped more than 70,000 customers worldwide advance their ideas with computers that are designed to last, built to order and delivered in days.