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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.

Fostering Innovation: The Keys to Success

In a world that's always evolving, innovation is how we keep up, grow, and thrive. So, when we talk about nurturing innovation, we're really talking about fuelling the very essence of human progress and hope.

Mastering the Master Production Schedule (MPS) – Tips for Growing Manufacturers

The master production schedule (MPS) is an essential production planning tool. But how to make the most of it?

The Cost of Bad Communication in Manufacturing Plants

In this blog post, we will explore the various facets of this issue and understand why investing in effective communication is a crucial consideration for manufacturing plants.

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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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Cycle Logistics Increases Revenue By 20% Following Softeon WMS Implementation

Softeon enables Cycle Logistics to achieve item-level tracking throughout the entire handling process, while successfully servicing a massive global client

KUKA Robotics Announces Injection Molding Leader ENGEL as a System Partner

Continuing a global relationship that spans more than 20 years, eight-year KUKA Strategic Partner ENGEL, a leader in plastic injection molding machines, technologies and turnkey solutions, has become a KUKA Robotics System Partner. In its new relationship with KUKA, ENGEL will not only continue to incorporate KUKA robots as standard components in its injection molding solutions but also integrate and retrofit KUKA robotic products into existing plastic injection molding machines and systems.

Parsec Double Award Win Showcases Dedication to Customers and Manufacturing Expertise

Parsec Receives Two Bronze Stevie Awards In 2024 American Business Awards

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CIMON Xpanel eXT & nXT Series HMI
CIMON Xpanel eXT & nXT Series HMI

CIMON Xpanel eXT & nXT Series HMI

Introducing the Xpanel eXT and nXT series, advanced industrial HMI solutions that set a new standard for performance and usability. Utilizing our brand new Canvas HMI software for project creation, the Xpanel eXT and nXT series deliver a seamless and efficient user experience. They combine industrial-grade touch technology, powerful embedded OS hardware with a quad-core CPU, and an easy-to-use runtime platform. The Xpanel eXT and nXT series are specifically designed to optimize and streamline industrial operations, enhancing your HMI experience.

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MRPeasy

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