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The Role of Building Analytics in Smart Building Management

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The management of modern commercial buildings has undergone a dramatic transformation with the evolution of building automation systems.

From simple electrical controls to today’s intelligent analytics platforms, data has become the driving force enabling smarter and more efficient building operations.

In this blog, we explore the pivotal role of building analytics in transforming traditional automation into next-generation smart building management. [Read more…] about The Role of Building Analytics in Smart Building Management

Premier Design + Build breaks ground to expand manufacturing facility for Sumitomo

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Premier Design + Build Group has broken ground on a building expansion project for Sumitomo Drive Technologies in Glendale Heights, Illinois.

The work is designed to meet the evolving needs of the client, whose Midwest-manufactured products are in high demand from customers across a range of industries.

The company’s Glendale Heights location is used for light manufacturing of gearmotors, also known as “speed reducers”. Gearmotors are designed to regulate the speed at which motors run to match the speed needed for a customer’s application. [Read more…] about Premier Design + Build breaks ground to expand manufacturing facility for Sumitomo

Astrodyne TDI opens ‘cutting-edge manufacturing facility’ in Malaysia

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Astrodyne TDI, a manufacturer of power electronics, power distribution units, and EMI filters, has opened its new “state-of-the-art manufacturing facility” in Penang, Malaysia.

This development marks a “significant milestone in our company’s growth and commitment to serving our customers with leading-edge manufacturing capabilities”, it says.

ATDI says the new factory boasts 32,000 square feet of initial production space with a committed expansion to 75,000 square feet in 2024. [Read more…] about Astrodyne TDI opens ‘cutting-edge manufacturing facility’ in Malaysia

Munich Airport and Dabico agree to develop autonomous passenger boarding bridges

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Munich Airport says it plans to build “fully automated passenger boarding bridges” under an agreement with its Terminal 2 subsidiary and Dabico Airport Solutions Germany.

On the occasion of inter airport Europe 2023 in Munich, Munich Airport, together with its Terminal 2 subsidiary and Dabico Airport Solutions Germany, today signed a letter of intent (LOI) to develop an innovative concept for fully automated passenger boarding bridges.

With the LOI, the two companies announce that they will determine the requirements for autonomous operation of the passenger boarding bridges and will use the results to jointly develop a pilot system for Munich Airport. [Read more…] about Munich Airport and Dabico agree to develop autonomous passenger boarding bridges

ABB plans stunning new robotics hub in Sweden as part of $280 million investment in Europe

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Industrial power and automation giant ABB is planning to invest $280 million to expand its manufacturing footprint in Europe and build a stunning new state-of-the-art facility in Västerås, Sweden – the ABB Robotics European Campus.

The Campus will serve as the hub for ABB Robotics’ offering in Europe, providing customers with AI-enabled collaborative and industrial robots, as well as digital solutions to support flexible automation as part of the company’s “local for local” production strategy.

Replacing the existing robotics facilities at the site, the new Campus is planned to open in late 2026. [Read more…] about ABB plans stunning new robotics hub in Sweden as part of $280 million investment in Europe

Ascento rolls out latest security patrolling robot with new $4.3 million funding round

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Labour shortages have affected large parts of the world and various industries.

The security industry is also feeling the crunch, with many countries around the world facing a 52 percent staff shortage of security guards which means companies are struggling to fulfill contractual obligations or sign new business.

In addressing this pressing issue, robotics startup Ascento, has opened a $4.3 million funding round and the launch of its latest autonomous outdoor security patrolling robot: Ascento Guard. [Read more…] about Ascento rolls out latest security patrolling robot with new $4.3 million funding round

Enhanced Security Automation: Lexington Police Urges Integration of Home Security Cameras

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Residents in Lexington now have the opportunity to aid the local police department in their efforts to solve crimes more quickly.

The Lexington Police Department is asking residents to register their private security cameras to gain an extensive database of potential video footage that could assist investigations.

The project is called Fūsus, a software program that gathers and organizes the information provided by residents. This voluntary initiative aims to enhance the safety and security of neighborhoods within the community. [Read more…] about Enhanced Security Automation: Lexington Police Urges Integration of Home Security Cameras

FireFly Automatix launches ‘first’ commercially available autonomous electric mower

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FireFly Automatix has showcased its M100-AV mower at the recent Turfgrass Producers International convention at DeBuck’s New Lawn Sod Farm, Belleville, Michigan.

This commercial reel mower cuts a 100-inch width, adding to FireFly’s line of autonomous mowers. The M100-AV is FireFly’s first all-electric vehicle (EV), promising energy savings and environmental benefits.

Scott DeBuck, owner of this summer’s TPI’s host farm, says: “I am highly impressed by the innovative FireFly reel automatic mower. Its cutting performance produces truly beautiful results, and the capability to program various mowing angles is truly astonishing. [Read more…] about FireFly Automatix launches ‘first’ commercially available autonomous electric mower

Rocsys raises €33 million for its robotic electric vehicle charging system

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Rocsys, a provider of autonomous charging solutions for electric transportation, has closed a €33 million Series A funding round.

Led by SEB Greentech Venture Capital, the round also includes participation from Graduate Entrepreneur, the European Investment Bank, and returning investor Forward.One.

With this latest investment, which includes a roughly equal split of debt and equity financing, Rocsys will expand the capabilities of its platform as it rapidly scales its presence in the United States and Europe. [Read more…] about Rocsys raises €33 million for its robotic electric vehicle charging system

Industrial components giant Nidec opens new factory in India

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Nidec Machine Tool Corporation has built a new factory for Nidec India Precision Tools, the company’s cutting tool manufacturer and seller in Ranipet of India’s Tamil Nadu State, and started production in early July.

The new factory, with its production capacity 1.5 times the company’s current manufacturing capability, will produce hob cutters, pinion cutters, and other cutting tools.

After its launch, the factory will be able to quickly supply the company’s customers in India with its products and meet their needs in response to the growing demand for autos, and construction and farming machinery. [Read more…] about Industrial components giant Nidec opens new factory in India

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