Data-Driven Manufacturing

Automation

Mitsubishi Electric's Integrated Machine Analytics App Monitors Multiple Machines

Mitsubishi Electric Automation’s Integrated Machine Analytics (IMA) mobile application allows users to monitor their CNC machines through MTConnect, an open standard that makes universal equipment connectivity possible.

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Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence Breaks Ground on Expanded Detroit-Area Facilities

Expanding Hexagon’s presence in the Midwest, the Center of Excellence is expected to support advanced manufacturing in the region.

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NIMS Partnering with Festo to Develop Industry 4.0 Skill Credentials

“We are hopeful to have the standards identified and the training program in place by the end of 2019,” says Montez King, executive director of NIMS.

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Turning Machines

Data-Driven Manufacturing Scales Down

An automatic gaging station demonstrates the potential of shopfloor connectivity at the level of the individual machine tool.

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VocalZoom's Vibration Sensors Reduce Machine Monitoring Costs

VocalZoom has launched its next generation of vibration sensors designed to help predict and prevent mechanical failures.

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Maintaining Balance Writing about Modern Machining, Manufacturing

There is a method to our madness when it comes to determining what articles to present to our readers.

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Using AI to Predict CNC Machine Spindle Issues Before They Are Issues

A machine tool builder is using artificial intelligence technology to predict when a spindle problem might occur, so shops can better prepare for and schedule necessary maintenance.  

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GTI Predictive's VibePro 24/7 Improves Asset Condition Monitoring

GTI Predictive Technology has made several updates to its VibePro 24/7 online vibration and temperature monitoring system (now combined with route data collection) to improve data collection for rotating equipment and bearing health.

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Automation

AI Makes Shop Networks Count

AI assistance in drawing insights from data could help CNC machine shops and additive manufacturing operations move beyond machine monitoring.    

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Scytec DataXchange Accounts for Planned Downtime

Version 2019.01.15 of Scytec’s DataXchange machine monitoring system, available from Shop Floor Automations, incorporates new features based on user feedback. 

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