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Future-Proofing the Warehouses of Tomorrow

Network infrastructures must meet the demands of dynamic, 24/7 operations, enabling warehouses to run seamlessly without downtime, and wireless mesh networks offer a revolutionary approach to achieving full connectivity and supporting sophisticated warehouse robotics.

Custom Corrugated Box Manufacturer Grows by 40% in 10 Months

Custom corrugated packaging manufacturer Value Added Packaging from Ohio moved from a legacy ERP system to a modern cloud-based software and grew 40% in 10 months.

Has Europe gone too far? The Delicate Dance of Regulation and Innovation

Though Europe is perceived as lagging behind in areas like cloud computing, infrastructure, chip manufacturing, and AI—particularly in creating large language models (LLMs)—it is not solely the regulations that account for these delays.

From Simple Fixes to Advanced AI: A Small Manufacturer's Guide to Industry 4.0

You might be aware that Industry 5.0 is aspirational for even the manufacturing who’s who and while the jury is still out on what exactly the goal of 5.0 is, many experts observe that Industry 4.0 is far from complete

Fast Micro-Dispensing Actuators Benefit from the Piezoelectric Effect

Enhancing production line efficiency while meeting the quality standards of small-scale components requires the accurate dispensing of highly viscous substances, such as sealants, glues, or solder pastes.

PACK EXPO 2024 Product Preview

PACK EXPO International 2024 takes place November 3rd - 6th in Chicago, Illinois. The Exhibit hall floor will be loaded with new products and services. Here is a preview of some things to look forward to at this years event.

Dynamic Scenario Modeling Optimizes Automated Supply Chain Planning

Supply chain organizations, however, must understand that AI also brings potential problems, such as loss of human expertise, algorithm bias, lack of quality data, system failures, and high initial capital investments.

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Focus on Revitalizing American Manufacturing

The transition to a service economy has been rough, and many Americans feel they have fallen through a gap between insufficiently low-paying work and professional careers they can’t access.

Automation in the food industry: How smart palletizing holds the key

You simply can’t cut corners when it comes to operating in a clean and controlled environment in the food industry. In response to these challenges, automation is increasingly being adopted within the industry. Let’s explore how it makes a difference.

Get Ready for the Largest and Most Comprehensive PACK EXPO International Ever

With over 1.3 million square feet of exhibition space, the show will showcase innovations from nearly 2,700 exhibitors serving more than 40 industries, making it the premier destination for anyone in the packaging and processing world.

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PACK EXPO International 2024 Delivers in Size and Substance

Largest industry show of the year provides dynamic solutions, engaging thought leadership, and impactful connections.

Stratasys H350 Now Powered by New SAF ReLife Solution Capable of Repurposing Waste PA12 Powder as Sustainable Additive Manufacturing Production Parts, at Scale

Innovative industrial solution enables manufacturers to reduce carbon footprint by up to 89 percent, improves cost and efficiency

2024 Technology Excellence Awards Winners Announced at PACK EXPO International

Packaging and Processing professionals vote for the best-in-class, never-before-seen innovations at this year's largest industry show.

QAD Redzone Debuts New AI Capabilities to Drive Meaningful Productivity Gains in Manufacturing at Pack Expo 2024

Launches Champion AI, an AI solution that enables the connected worker

Stratasys to Showcase its Groundbreaking GrabCAD IoT Platform at Formnext 2024, Optimizing Additive Manufacturing Productivity

Software solution empowers Stratasys customers with real-time insights and enhanced connectivity for maximizing uptime

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OnLogic Helix 511 Fanless Intel 12th Gen Edge Computer

OnLogic Helix 511 Fanless Intel 12th Gen Edge Computer

OnLogic's Helix 511 Fanless Edge computer delivers ultra-reliable, fanless computing using Intel® 12th Generation performance hybrid processing. The Helix 511 is a versatile fanless computer capable of powering solutions including advanced automation, light detection and ranging (LiDAR), access control & building automation, or virtually any other IoT or edge gateway functionality needed, with support for 4 simultaneous serial connections. The system is able to reliably operate in temperatures ranging from 0 to 50°C, can accept power input ranging from 12 to 24 Volts, and is Wall, VESA and DIN rail mountable.

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Encoder Products Company

Encoder Products Company

At Encoder Products Company, we specialize in the encoders that provide you with motion feedback. EPC has been a leading designer and manufacturer of motion sensing devices for more than 50 years, we understand that each industrial automation application is different, and you need encoders that fit the needs of your applications. Our encoders are highly configurable, offer an array of shaft or bore sizes, output types, connector types, mounting options, and resolutions as high as 65,536 CPR.