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I 4.0 Project with Bosch: Pepperl+Fuchs and Neoception Implement a Smart Kanban Rack

In a joint venture, Pepperl+Fuchs, Neoception, and Bosch Connected Industries (BCI) have digitalized and automated the supply and picking processes of Kanban racks from end to end. In addition to automation expertise, Pepperl+Fuchs contributed the necessary sensor hardware—in particular a newly developed scanning sensor rail. Neoception was responsible for the software interface to the Intralogistics Execution System (IES) Industry 4.0 application developed by BCI.

 

 

 

Why Multi-Tasking?

Why Multi-Tasking?

Multi-Tasking adds efficiency to every aspect of manufacturing production. Because it enables start-to-finish production of parts that require a multi-axis approach to multiple processes, it cuts production lead times and part costs by eliminating, in many cases, the need for multiple clampings and multiple machines. That same single-setup ease and convenience also increases machining accuracy and part quality because parts stay on one machine rather than moving from one machine to the next involving numerous part setups.

 

 

 

New Artificial Intelligence Error Proofing Features Machine Learning Technology

New Artificial Intelligence Error Proofing Features Machine Learning Technology

FANUC recently introduced a new AI Error Proofing function in iRVision designed for part inspection that uses machine-learning technology. Error proofing determines that a production process happens according to plans.  During production, there are typically known problem areas that result in the creation of a bad part.

 

 

 

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Global Beverage Giant Selects PlantPAx Modern DCS to Improve Throughput

When you commit to improving processes, some of the benefits are obvious – and some are not. It’s those “hidden” benefits that can’t be overlooked when assessing the total value of a new system. In a recent project with a global beverage producer, it’s those benefits that are producing some added bonuses.

 

 

 

Five Essential Requirements for the Behavior of Emergency Stop Devices

Five Essential Requirements for the Behavior of Emergency Stop Devices

Emergency stops are a must-have for any safety system, as they are often the last resort for stopping or mitigating a major accident on the factory floor. We’ve discussed the specific requirements for the layout, color and shape of an E-stop pushbutton in a previous blog post, but there are also several requirements for E-stop behavior that we will go over now.

 

 

 

GearSmart? Sales Reps Give Contractors an Edge in Power Distribution Projects

GearSmart? Sales Reps Give Contractors an Edge in Power Distribution Projects

With electrical engineers in short supply as power distribution projects get more complex, Graybar trains GearSmart? sales reps to fill in the gaps. When a major big-box retailer expanded to Nashville a couple years ago, the contractor in charge of the project quickly spotted a missing piece in the plans.

 

 

 

The Safety of Electrical Installations in the Times of COVID-19

The Safety of Electrical Installations in the Times of COVID-19

During these weeks, with the COVID-19 outbreaks, it has been possible to observe how certain facilities (not only hospitals but also hotels, sports centers, libraries …) had to adapt to the emergency state by changing their original design, operation and action protocols, and structural, mechanical, pneumatic and electrical systems. In this following article, we will  focus on these three last topics.

 

 

 

Brock Solutions Awarded Region of Peel Wastewater Treatment Project

Brock Solutions Awarded Region of Peel Wastewater Treatment Project

Brock Solutions is pleased to announce the recent award by the Region of Peel of the Clarkson and GE Booth Wastewater Treatment Plant Instrument Control Panel consolidation project. Over the next two years, the team will work alongside the Region of Peel to consolidate their I&C design and documentation and bring it up to current standard.