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Archives for February 17, 2018

Westworld set to return for second series as trailer is released

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There’s something nasty at the heart of Westworld, but then, you probably already knew that. 

The massively popular, much-discussed US television science fiction drama series is being scheduled for a second run, starting in April, with a trailer already released (see video below).

In preparation, we thought we’d dust off the box set of the first series and watch all 10 episodes in one go so we can tell you something about it.  [Read more…] about Westworld set to return for second series as trailer is released

Microtechnologies invests $15 million in manufacturing plant in Costa Rica

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US manufacturing company Microtechnologies, which specializes in critical components for global industries, has opened a new production plant in the Terra Industrial Park, in Coyol of Alajuela, Costa Rica.

The new facility of 15,000 square meters marks the celebration of the company’s 20th anniversary in the country and represents a milestone of innovation within the country’s manufacturing sector.

Its construction and outfitting required an investment of $15 million and will generate 250 new high-tech jobs in the next five years.  [Read more…] about Microtechnologies invests $15 million in manufacturing plant in Costa Rica

Fujinon anti-shock and vibration lenses for robotics and industrial applications now available

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Fujinon has launched what it says are “robust, anti-shock and vibration” lenses for robotics and industrial applications.

The company says it has researched the robustness of lenses and developed a dedicated anti-shock and vibration design.

The HF-12M and HF-5M series are already equipped, available through the global vision specialist Framos.  [Read more…] about Fujinon anti-shock and vibration lenses for robotics and industrial applications now available

Wibu-Systems ‘reinvents’ its embedded software portfolio for Embedded World

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Wibu-Systems says it has “reinvented” its embedded software portfolio for the Embedded World event.

With the launch of CodeMeter Embedded 2.1, Wibu-Systems says it has introduced a new structural and business model that allows intelligent device manufacturers to download an SDK specific to their operating system and architecture within 24 hours of their request and quickly start testing the only secure licensing solution in the world that supports all leading industry platforms.

Embedded World visitors can learn more and request their CodeMeter Embedded SDK of choice at Wibu-Systems’ exhibit, in hall 4, booth 360. [Read more…] about Wibu-Systems ‘reinvents’ its embedded software portfolio for Embedded World

KEB America integrates MQTT into its C6 router

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KEB America has added MQTT protocol to its C6 VPN Industrial Router.

KEB’s VPN Router has previously been used to provide secure remote access with data logging capabilities. Now, the Router can also be used as an IIoT gateway.

MQTT is a pub/sub messaging protocol that works on top of the TCP/IP protocol.  [Read more…] about KEB America integrates MQTT into its C6 router

Leybold to present vacuum portfolio at Anuga FoodTec

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Leybold will present its vacuum technologies for the food processing and packaging industry at the trade fair Anuga FoodTec in Cologne, from the 20th to the 23rd March 2018.

The company says its solutions are used worldwide.

In a wide variety of applications, the pumps, systems and measuring devices of this long-established company make a significant contribution to sustainable and competitive products and processes in the food and beverage industry, adds the company.  [Read more…] about Leybold to present vacuum portfolio at Anuga FoodTec

Rohde & Schwarz to showcase its new deep packet inspection engine for industrial cybersecurity

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Rohde & Schwarz Cybersecurity, a leading provider of deep packet inspection software for embedded network devices and systems, today announced that the company will present its OEM DPI engine R&S Pace 2 at Embedded World 2018 in Nuremberg, Germany, in hall 4, booth 218.

By implementing R&S Pace 2 in embedded devices, vendors of firewalls, gateways, switches, and routers are able to gain full IP traffic visibility in real time in order to assure security and connectivity across networks, devices, and applications.

Security has become a major concern for the makers of embedded devices that work by isolating systems and offer only partial protection – mainly only against known attack vectors.  [Read more…] about Rohde & Schwarz to showcase its new deep packet inspection engine for industrial cybersecurity

Industrial packaging experts to come together at new event

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A new industrial, transit and protective packaging trade show Industrial Pack 2018 – taking place April 4th and 5th at the Cobb Centre, Atlanta – has announced an impressive initial line-up of speakers at their inaugural free-to-attend trade show and conference.

Focusing on key issues such as the challenges of sustainability, re-usability, legislation, new materials, reconditioning and numerous other core concerns affecting the future of the packaging industry, the Industrial Pack Conference will tackle these topics and more over the course of the two-day event.

Speakers of note will include Kyle Stavig, Chair of IPANA (Industrial Packaging Alliance of North America) & CEO at Myers Container; AJ Gruber, President of ISTA (International Safe Transit Association); and Tim Debus, President & CEO of RPA (Reusable Packaging Association).  [Read more…] about Industrial packaging experts to come together at new event

Omron launches two new barcode readers

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Two brand-new barcode readers from Omron Microscan are being released to the market this month.

Omron, a manufacturer of industrial code readers and machine vision technology, will host a live webinar on February 22nd to outline the benefits and key features of the HS-360X, an ultra-rugged DPM handheld, and the MicroHawk ID-45, a new addition to the MicroHawk family that boasts new and improved lighting configurations.

Both readers are optimized to capture the most challenging Direct Part Marks on all sorts of surfaces.  [Read more…] about Omron launches two new barcode readers

Do you know what a camera looks like? Do you know what a watch looks like? If you’re under 30, you probably don’t

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Young people today. What do they know?

Not much, obviously. For example, they don’t know what a camera looks like. An actual camera, not a camera “app” on their smartphones.

It’s one of the reasons why Instagram decided to change its logo. The photo-sharing app and website previously used an attractive image of a camera, as shown below, on the left.

It was an elegant design, and made you want one of those cameras. Someone should probably manufacture a camera of that design – it might find a lot of buyers.  [Read more…] about Do you know what a camera looks like? Do you know what a watch looks like? If you’re under 30, you probably don’t