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Hexagon machine training system help manufacturers bridge skills gaps

New training technology now available globally from Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence division leverages the power of its digital twins to help manufacturers train machinists and metrology specialists to use valuable shop-floor equipment. By combining hardware that realistically replicates machines with manufacturing simulation and operator’s software tools, it helps trainees gain practical experience without risking damage to expensive business-critical equipment, wasting materials, or tying up valuable production resources. HxGN Machine Trainer was developed by Hexagon to help companies and educational institutions attract and train the next generation of machine workers – something that is vitally important with the industry facing a skills and labour shortage. In the US, for example, job openings are hovering near all-time highs at 800,000 with 55% of roles unfilled 1, while almost three in 10 manufacturing firms in Europe reported production constraints in the second quarter of 2022 due to a lack of workers 2. The skills shortage is compounded by the fact that training people to use CNC machines, and similar tools, is expensive, slow and potentially dangerous. By training machine operators using an accurate and interactive physical simulator, manufacturers can onboard and upskill their staff faster and more cost effectively than ever before. Hexagon’s new hardware simulator bridges the manufacturing skills gap by making it easier to prepare inexperienced staff for the demands of the factory. It is versatile because a digital twin can be created for the specific machine brand, type and configuration they will use. Once trained, workers can easily move from HxGN Machine Trainer to real machines, because the simulator is designed to be as realistic as possible – with hardware that replicates the look and feel of a real machine and a 43-inch screen that displays accurate simulations of a large variety of machine and cutting tools. A light tower, physical […]

350 global security and fire safety suppliers sign up for Secutech Vietnam in Hanoi

Hanoi is poised to become the focal point of the security and fire safety business as Secutech Vietnam returns to the city for the first time in seven years from 19 – 21 July 2023. The sold-out fair will welcome 350 exhibitors from across the globe, including Belarus, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, China, the Czech Republic, France, Germany, India, Italy, Luxembourg, Malaysia, New Zealand, Poland, Sweden, Taiwan, the UAE, the UK and the US, while Japan, Korea, Singapore and Vietnam will be represented at pavilions across 11,000 sqm of exhibition space at the Friendship Cultural Palace. “We are thrilled that all booth space was fully booked two months before opening, but more importantly, strong international exhibitor participation this year is evidence of the show’s position as one of the most influential trade fairs for security and fire safety in Vietnam,” explains Ms Regina Tsai, General Manager, Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd – Taiwan Branch. “With support from the Ministry of Public Security Vietnam and the Fire and Rescue Police Department, we are honoured that the 61st Anniversary of the Traditional Day of the People Police Force will be celebrated at the show. This will attract government officials and large numbers of relevant industry players to join this important event, allowing suppliers to demonstrate their products and services to them face-to-face.” The fair has attracted a contingent of well-known overseas suppliers such as Bisen, FNK, Hangzhou JF Tech, Motorola Solutions, Network Optix, Quantum, TVT Shenzhen and Videonetics Technology, while Singapore exhibitors will be highlighted at a dedicated pavilion displaying security and fire safety products. Vietnamese suppliers are also well represented, including ASTEC, DAI AN, Silversea, Techpro and Tran Duy. Concurrent events and fringe programme strengthen business links As a unique one-stop platform for a diverse scope of products, the show will once again […]

Electronics manufacturers adopt generative AI and Omniverse to digitalise state-of-the-art factories

Electronics manufacturers worldwide are advancing their industrial digitalisation efforts using a new, comprehensive reference workflow that combines Nvidia technologies for generative AI, 3D collaboration, simulation and autonomous machines. Supported by an expansive partner network, the workflow helps manufacturers plan, build, operate and optimize their factories with an array of technologies. These include: Omniverse, which connects top computer-aided design apps, as well as APIs and cutting-edge frameworks for generative AI; the Isaac Sim application for simulating and testing robots; and the Metropolis vision AI framework, now enabled for automated optical inspection. At Computex, Nvidia founder and CEO Jensen Huang showcased a demo of an entirely digitalised smart factory — an industry first for electronics makers. “The world’s largest industries make physical things. Building them digitally first can save enormous costs,” said Huang. “We make it easy for electronics makers to build and operate virtual factories, digitalise their manufacturing and inspection workflows, and greatly improve quality and safety while reducing costly last-minute surprises and delays.” Foxconn Industrial Internet, a service arm of the world’s largest technology manufacturer, is working with Nvidia Metropolis ecosystem partners to automate significant portions of its circuit-board quality-assurance inspection points. Innodisk is deploying Nvidia Metropolis to automate optical inspection processes on its production lines, saving cost and improving production efficiency. Pegatron, a leading electronics manufacturer and service provider, is using the reference workflow to digitalise its circuit-board factories with simulation, robotics and automated production inspection. Quanta, a major manufacturer of laptops and other electronic hardware, is using AI robots from its subsidiary Techman Robot to inspect the quality of manufactured products. Techman is leveraging Isaac Sim to simulate, test and optimise its state-of-the-art collaborative robots while using NVIDIA AI and GPUs for inference on the robots themselves. Wistron, one of the world’s largest suppliers of information and communications products, is tapping Omniverse to build digital twins of its automated […]

Penn Color opens its first production plant in Thailand

New facility serves growing APAC region demand, and complements Penn Color’s Technology Center in Singapore opened in January. Rayong, Thailand – Penn Color, Inc. has taken a significant step in expanding its manufacturing capabilities with the opening of a world-class facility in the Pluak Daeng Subdistrict, Rayong Province, Thailand. Situated in the heart of the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) and located near major industrial areas and the largest ports in Thailand, this new factory allows Penn Color to supply high-quality colorant and additive masterbatches to markets throughout the Asia-Pacific region. “This state-of-the-art facility has been planned with remarkable levels of flexibility to meet the most demanding technical and quality requirements, for packaging, consumer goods, building products and transportation. We bring here decades of experience and our most advanced manufacturing techniques,” says Scott Stamback, VP Sales EMEA & Asia. Specifically designed to allow for future expansion to meet the increasing demand in the APAC region and beyond, one of the most outstanding features of this facility is that it uses the most recent technology for energy efficiency of its primary equipment, including a major portion being powered by solar-generated electricity. “The team has managed to deliver on time despite having to navigate the challenging waters of the pandemic during the early stages of this project,” concludes Stamback. With the country’s strong customer base, availability of raw materials, industry expertise, and highly skilled workforce, Thailand is the ideal location to establish a manufacturing presence as the company further strengthens its footprint in Asia. Additionally, Thailand’s Board of Investment (BOI) is promoting policies that aim to advance the country’s development toward an Industry 4.0 standard, using modern technology and infrastructure to operate at the highest level of efficiency. Penn Color is excited to be a part of this progression and is confident that […]

TANAKA launches new alloy “TK-FS” for probe pins

Development of material with high hardness, low specific resistance, and high pliability that allows for use in a wide range of probe pins for semiconductor test equipment TANAKA has launched TK-FS, a new allow for probe pins of probe cards and test sockets used in the testing process of semiconductor manufacturing. Samples started shipping in July of 2022, and a material with even better performance has been achieved through continuous research and development. So far, TANAKA Kikinzoku Kogyo has been manufacturing and selling palladium (Pd) materials mainly for pogo pin-type probe pins used in test sockets for final testing (post-processing) of semiconductor packages. The latest TK-FS launch is a material that can be used in a wide range of types of probe pins besides pogo-pin types, such as cantilever-type or vertical-type for wafer testing (pre-processing) probe cards. This product has three unique attributes: a Vickers hardness of at least 500, specific resistance of at most 7.0µΩ･cm, and durability that can withstand 10 or more times of repeated bending. In TANAKA Kikinzoku Kogyo’s existing products, there is no material that has simultaneously achieved these three qualities of high hardness, low specific resistance, and high pliability. This product succeeded in addressing all requirements, allowing the same material to be used in various types of probe pins. In the manufacturing process of semiconductors, semiconductor test equipment is used to conduct testing—divided into several stages—to see if the semiconductor is operating properly, how many years it can operate, and whether it is operating safely. Testing using semiconductor test equipment requires extremely high reliability as it is used to assess the performance of the main operations of products that use semiconductors. With the spread of IoT today, the demand for semiconductor-related products is expanding, including the necessity of semiconductors in electronic devices, as well as […]

Hyster-Yale unveils new branding at Forklift Exhibition Indonesia

Hyster-Yale will be participating in Forklift Exhibition Indonesia from 24 – 26 May 2023, at JIExpo Kemayoran, Jakarta, Indonesia. PT Universal Traktor Indonesia (ULTI), Hyster-Yale’s sole dealer in Indonesia, will present the updated identity and brand positioning for Yale Lift Truck Technologies and showcase Yale’s latest range of intralogistics solutions. This new identity reflects Yale’s focus on technology-enabled lift trucks and customer-driven design philosophy to deliver solutions for the labour, safety, and productivity challenges in today’s fast-paced warehouse markets. Ben Newey, Vice President, Sales and Marketing (API), Hyster-Yale Group, shared, “The refreshed Yale brand represents the organisation’s strengths, and empowers independent, local dealers like Ulti to provide a seamless, responsive customer experience. Indonesia is a key market for us, and Ulti’s vast local network will enable us to provide a higher level of aftersales support to our customers.” ULTI is a key partner for Hyster-Yale in Indonesia, and has played an instrumental role in promoting Hyster-Yale’s products and services in the Indonesian market. For more information, please visit: https://www.yale.com/en-sg/asia-pacific or https://ulti.co.id/home/.

Zoomlion empowers product and market development with Glocalization strategy

CHANGSHA, China – Zoomlion Heavy Industry Science & Technology Co., Ltd. (“Zoomlion”) shared the milestone achievements of their Glocalization strategy and future roadmap with its global partners and customers at its technological achievements exhibition themed “Technology Salute to the New Era” from May 11 to 14. About 500 Zoomlion’s international customers attended its technological achievements exhibition held in Zoomlion Smart Industrial City in Changsha Zoomlion has accelerated its business model transformation in overseas markets converging a globalization mindset with localization, as well as empowering business operations through digitalization and optimizing strategic layout, to expand its international presence. In 2022, Zoomlion’s sales revenue in countries of the “Belt and Road” Initiative increased by more than 100 percent year-on-year, and its overseas revenue in the first quarter of 2023 has grown 123 percent year-on-year. End-to-end digital management: breaking through barriers with a shared platform with localised support The rapid development of information technology has provided solid foundations for remote management, and with the establishment of end-to-end business platforms, leveraging technologies such as IoT can achieve information sharing and real-time monitoring to guarantee high-efficiency operation. The platform, known as the “port,” supports the production lines, business units, and operations in terms of logistics and services for international operations. The majority of the ground teams are local employees who can communicate better with the customers to provide efficient services and support. The platforms are also supported by technical engineers who take the customer’s local demands into consideration to develop customised products that better meet the needs of the local markets. Zoomlion has also achieved localised manufacturing and supply chain management. In addition to the solid performance of the companies it has acquired overseas (CIFA, m-tec, Wilbert), Zoomlion’s overseas production facilities, including an industrial park in Belarus are also developing steadily. Zoomlion’s factory in […]

Tanaka establishes subsidiary in Seoul

Establishing overseas subsidiary in Korea will invigorate transactions and expand business in the markets for fuel cell catalysts, power semiconductor materials, precursors, and precious metal recycling Tanaka Kikinzoku Korea Co., Ltd. has been established in Seoul, Korea as a new base for sales strategy in Korea and begins operating as a new company as of April 3, 2023. Tanaka Kikinzoku Korea Co., Ltd. Background of Establishment In the past, because the base operated in Korea as a branch of Tanaka Kikinzoku Kogyo, a Japanese company, it was necessary to carry out transactions and sales with customers in Korea as a Japanese company. As a result, there were restrictions on transactions in Korea, such as limitations on projects that could be handled due to the inability to use the local currency. Effects of Establishment Through the establishment of this overseas subsidiary, it will be possible to conduct transactions with customers in Korea as a local company using the local currency (the Korean Republic won). This will allow the subsidiary to transact directly with customers in Korea, making transactions smoother and more vibrant, such as allowing delivery of products after completing import customs clearance. In addition, by being positioned as a branch of a Japanese company in the past, the base was not qualified to participate in tenders such as for projects from Korea’s national policy research institutes and waste recovery for precious metal recycling. By establishing the base as a Korean company, it will be possible to bid in Korea for projects using plating equipment and various materials for national research as well as petrochemical catalyst waste recovery. As a result, it is expected that the scope of transactions in Korea will expand significantly. By establishing the branch in Seoul, Korea, as an overseas subsidiary, Tanaka Kikinzoku Kogyo strives to […]

Digital platform helps individuals and small businesses solve plastic waste challenges

According to the United Nations Environment Programme, the world produces around 300 million tons of plastic waste every year, with only about 9% of that being. Furthermore, microplastics are literally everywhere, and they have been found in human blood, urine, feces, and even in the mothers’ placenta and breast milk. Researchers are still studying the long-term effects of microplastics on humans. The world is drowning in plastic and many individuals and small businesses would like to help but there are still many challenges. There are several reasons why people may be reluctant to give up single-use plastic: Convenience: Plastic is lightweight, easy to carry and store, and can be used for a wide variety of applications. It has become an integral part of our daily lives, and giving it up can be inconvenient for many people, particularly for small businesses. Lack of time: This point comes right after convenience. We are all time-poor and do not want to spend hours on Google trying to find product alternatives for our lifestyle or our small business. Cost: Plastic is relatively cheap compared to other materials, and this makes it an attractive option for manufacturers and consumers alike. Switching to more sustainable alternatives can sometimes be more expensive. Lack of awareness: Some people may not be fully aware of the negative impact that plastic has on the environment. They may not understand how plastic pollution affects the ecosystem and the health of living beings, including humans. Resistance to change: Humans are creatures of habit, and changing established behaviors can be difficult. Some people may resist giving up plastic because they are used to it and find it hard to imagine living without it. Limited alternatives: While there are alternatives to plastic, they may not always be readily available or accessible to everyone. This […]

IWA-Grundfos UN Water Conference Youth delegates announced

The International Water Association and Grundfos are proud to announce that 14 bright and promising international young water professionals (YWPs) have been selected to be part of a delegation to the upcoming UN 2023 Water Conference, on 22-24 March 2023 in New York, USA.The YWPs are the individuals who have been selected for the joint IWA-Grundfos Youth Action for SDG6 Fellowship. These YWPs, together with IWA and Grundfos, will play a key role advocating for a water-wise world and youth empowerment throughout the Fellowship. They will take part in a special programme of activities, a highlight of which is active participation at the conference. The group has been identified following a rigorous selection process. The open call for applications for 12 Fellowship places in November received several hundred applications from around the world. Aligned with IWA’s vision to promote and create an inclusive and diverse water sector, the selection process ensured a balanced geographical representation and gender diversity. As part of Grundfos’s wider support for YWP action on the SDGs, the group also includes two specially-selected YWPs from the company. The 14 Youth delegates will be part of the IWA delegation to the UN 2023 Water Conference, which also includes IWA and Grundfos staff. More details on the activities at the UN Water Conference will be available soon. The selected YWPs are:• Charles Shachinda United Kingdom• Chelsea Hayward Australia• Farokh laqa kakar Canada• Hadi Toure Guindo Mali• Ines Breda Denmark• Jacob Amengor Ghana• Marina Batalini de Macedo Brazil• Muhammad Anique Azam Pakistan• Pabel Cervantes Mexico• Persis Ramírez Dominican Republic• Sudipti Arora India• Yang Villa Philippines• Krithika Iyer Shivakumar India (Grundfos)• Krisztian Mark Balla Denmark (Grundfos)

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