Day: February 26, 2021
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Giving airplanes new life with new cockpits
Technology moves at a blistering pace, and what was modern and cool yesterday is outdated today. That’s where UPS Airlines was with its Airbus A300 freighter aircraft fleet several years ago. The 52 wide-body “browntails,” with an average age of 18 years, have plenty of life left in them. But the avionics in the cockpit…
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Stäubli launches three new six-axis industrial robots
Stäubli is launching three new six-axis industrial robots for the medium payload range. The TX2-140, TX2-160 and TX2-160L extend the current TX2 generation and bring the total to nine models. The company says their “rigid structure and smart design make them the ideal choice for a variety of applications in ambient conditions ranging from harsh…
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Sensors and other telematics: How data collection informs good business decisions
Telematics is wide in scope, but most commonly associated with the transport industry — an area of business that is forever looking to be more efficient and maximize the quality of service. Information collected via telematics covers a lot of ground, whether we’re talking about sensors capturing a vehicle’s fuel usage, instrumentation outlining variables and…
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Using technology to boost business efficiency
These are challenging times for small businesses, with everything moving online and teams needing to work remotely. Operational efficiency is a top priority — but how can you maximize it? In the end, your biggest asset is technology. The rising technological tide lifts all boats, of course, as is immediately obvious to anyone who’s followed…
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How to choose the right laser marking machine: Three key considerations
In basic terms, laser marking is a process that uses a beam of concentrated light to create a precise and permanent mark on a range of surfaces, including materials like steel, titanium, copper, ceramic, glass, plastic, and wood. Laser marking machines can create marks like serial numbers, barcodes, and graphics. When choosing a laser marking…