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The Marshall Advanced Manufacturing Center (MAMC) is a leading-edge resource facility dedicated to driving innovation and advancing manufacturing technologies.
Operating from West Virginia facilities in Huntington, South Charleston, and Point Pleasant, the MAMC is at the heart of groundbreaking…
(InnovMetric: Quebec City) -- InnovMetric has announced a new PolyWorks digital thread partnership program. In collaboration with software companies that develop and commercialize solutions for engineering, manufacturing, and quality, this new program aims to accelerate the digitalization of…
When I talk with maintenance leaders, I hear urgency. Pressure is mounting. They’re being asked to cut costs, attract skilled workers, and embrace AI—and fast. Yes, pressure turns coal into diamonds. But constant pressure can wear down even the best teams. So for our 2025 State of Industrial…
(SICK: Minneapolis) -- The ANS/ANM58 PROFINET from SICK Sensor Intelligence marks a new generation of absolute encoders specifically designed for higher machine and system productivity. Available in both single-turn and multiturn variants, the compact ANS/ANM58 comes with the PROFINET global, cross…
(IndySoft: Charleston, SC) -- IndySoft, a global leader in calibration and asset management software, has introduced EasyCert, a powerful, simple solution that keeps organizations audit-ready at all times, provides instant transparency and secure access to calibration certificates and asset data,…
Last year, after many years of physical therapy, cortisone shots, and experimental treatments to prop up my failing knees, I decided to go bionic and get full knee replacements. Holding out hope for more than a decade that emerging cell-therapy technology would offer breakthrough cartilage…
Just like in the Star Trek holodeck, digital twins are virtual replicas of the physical world. They enable industries to predict and optimize processes using live data. In manufacturing, digital twins create a real-time digital profile of production lines, assets, and processes. Manufacturers can…
(NewTek: Pennsauken, NJ) -- NewTek Sensor Solutions, a U.S.-based manufacturer of linear and rotary position sensors, is developing an advanced linear variable differential transformer (LVDT) specifically designed to withstand the extreme environments found in next-generation molten salt reactors (…
In the early 2000s, at my former company, my team was tasked with creating educational products for a major national educational toy brand. We developed an impressive line of learning tools—forensic kits, microscopes, telescopes—designed to engage curious young minds. After securing coveted shelf…
(QAD Inc.: Dallas) -- QAD Inc., a leader in cloud-based manufacturing and connected workforce solutions, announced a new partnership with Boomi, a leader in AI-driven automation. This strategic alliance empowers manufacturers to dramatically accelerate implementations, streamline operations, and…
(Laserlinc: Fairborn, OH) -- Laserlinc Inc. has introduced a groundbreaking approach to shape measurement for continuous casting and rolling applications, enhancing precision in metal processing.
Continuous casting manufacturers rely on rolling trains: two-stage rolling systems designed to…
Chatbots are everywhere. A fast-growing communication channel for brands, AI-powered chatbots are being deployed by companies to handle everything from booking travel to refunding purchases to helping shoppers choose the right outfit.
When done right, they can drive sales and provide positive…
(TASI Measurement: Largo, FL) -- TASI Measurement, a global provider of industrial measurement, monitoring, and telemetry solutions, has introduced a new logo and website as part of a refreshed brand identity. TASI unites 15 specialized business units focused on flow, temperature, level, and…
In today’s competitive manufacturing landscape, resilience is the new quality. And one of the most powerful lessons in resilience doesn’t come from a factory—it comes from an art form.
In the Japanese tradition of kintsugi, a broken ceramic bowl is not discarded or disguised. It’s repaired—…
Ålö Agricultural Machinery (Ningbo) Co. Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary of Ålö, is a leading manufacturer of loaders and implements for agricultural tractors.
With production facilities in four countries, and customers in more than 50, Ålö holds approximately 30% of the world market for tractor…
(Configit: Copenhagen, Denmark) -- In today’s manufacturing industry, it’s no longer enough to simply “build” products. Customers expect tailor-made solutions, short delivery times, and customized product variants at catalog prices—and all this with the efficiency required by standard processes. At…
(ORNL: Oak Ridge, TN) -- As demand for energy-intensive computing grows, researchers at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory have developed a new technique that lets scientists see in unprecedented detail how interfaces move in promising materials for computing and other…
So here’s the deal: We’ve all been hearing about AI for a while now, but things have recently kicked up a notch. AI agents aren’t just some futuristic concept. They’re showing up everywhere—from your online shopping cart to hospital reception desks. And they’re not just answering questions or…
(ETQ: Burlington, MA) -- ETQ, part of Hexagon, has shared results of its second annual global survey, the ETQ Pulse of Quality in Manufacturing. The survey revealed widespread challenges confronting manufacturers in a variety of sectors, including a persistent labor shortage as well as a growing…
In 2025, sustainability is no longer optional—it’s a strategic imperative. Manufacturers, responsible for nearly 40% of global material waste, face rising demands to reduce emissions, cut waste, improve product consistency, and enhance efficiency.
Artificial intelligence (AI) is central to this…
You know that friend who’s always there when you’re in need? The one who shows up on time, follows through on promises, and genuinely cares about what’s going on in your life? That’s exactly what your business needs to be for your customers.
Sure, those splashy marketing campaigns and point-…
(RealMan Robotics: Beijing) -- RealMan Robotics, a leading innovator in embodied intelligence and modular robotic systems, made a powerful impression in Detroit at Automate 2025, North America’s premier automation technology event.
In mid-May, RealMan unveiled its latest lineup of intelligent…
(PI Americas: New York) -- PI, a global leader in nanopositioning, precision motion control systems, and air-bearing technology, introduces the innovative B-421 BIX nanopositioning stages—compact, high-precision linear positioning systems designed for applications requiring reliable and accurate…
Artificial intelligence’s relentless march has sparked excitement and apprehension across the business landscape. Although early narratives often pitted human intellect against the burgeoning capabilities of machines, a more nuanced and powerful reality is emerging: the era of hybrid intelligence.…
(IDS NXT: Stoneham, MA) -- With the new IDS NXT oslo, IDS Imaging Development Systems is systematically expanding its range of high-performance AI cameras. The model combines artificial intelligence with first-class image quality, video streaming, and recording functions in a compact, industrial-…
