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Behind the Scenes: The Technology Driving Video Game Automation

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In the immersive world of video gaming, every leap in technology brings us closer to environments that are strikingly realistic and fluidly interactive. One aspect propelling this continuous transformation is video game automation.

Though often hidden in the backdrop, it’s a complex tapestry woven from various technological threads that work together to create, test, and evolve the gaming environments we enjoy.

This article pulls back the curtain on these often unsung innovations, highlighting how they contribute to the experiences of both players and developers. [Read more…] about Behind the Scenes: The Technology Driving Video Game Automation

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

How AI and Machine Learning Are Transforming Payroll Processing

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In a world not too long ago, payroll processing was a tedious task, often likened to the meticulous craftsmanship of a watchmaker. Every cog, every gear, every tiny piece had to be in perfect harmony for the entire machinery to work.

But what if I told you that the future of payroll is not just automated but intelligent, predictive, and transformative? Enter the realm of AI and Machine Learning. [Read more…] about How AI and Machine Learning Are Transforming Payroll Processing

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

Rockwell Automation completes acquisition of Clearpath Robotics and Otto Motors

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Rockwell Automation, which says it is “the world’s largest company dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation”, has completed its acquisition of Ontario, Canada-based Clearpath Robotics, a developer of autonomous robotics, including autonomous mobile robots for industrial applications.

The acquisition includes Clearpath Robotics’ namesake research division, a developer autonomous technology for the innovation market, and the industrial division Otto Motors, which provides AMRs, which Rockwell says is “the next frontier in industrial automation and transformation”.

Both divisions will report to Rockwell’s Intelligent Devices operating segment. Financial details do not appear to have been officially disclosed, but media reports say Rockwell may be paying $600 million for the acquisition. [Read more…] about Rockwell Automation completes acquisition of Clearpath Robotics and Otto Motors

Emerson acquires Afag to accelerate factory automation capabilities

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Emerson has acquired Afag Holding AG, an innovator in electric linear motion, feeding and handling automation solutions.

The electric linear motion segment expands Emerson’s served market by more than $9 billion and is expected to grow mid-single digits annually, supporting Emerson’s long-term, profitable organic growth.

Afag, headquartered in Zell, Switzerland, brings state-of-the-art technology and innovation to Emerson. The acquisition enhances Emerson’s capabilities in factory automation and creates a leading motion portfolio that combines Afag’s electric linear motion solutions with Emerson’s pneumatic motion technology. [Read more…] about Emerson acquires Afag to accelerate factory automation capabilities

Comau designs and implements advanced automation solutions for global automaker’s Brazil factory

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Industrial automation specialist Comau says it has designed and implemented its advanced automation solutions at a Stellantis Automotive facility in Brazil. Stellantis owns auto brands such as Fiat, Vauxhall and Jeep, among many others.

Comau’s installation at Stellantis Automotive Plant at Betim, Minas Gerais is part of a comprehensive retooling project to produce both the Fiat Pulse, the brand’s first SUV model in Brazil and the Fiat Fastback, its first SUV Coupe and one of the company’s main launches for the local market.

As part of the comprehensive project, Comau has enhanced an existing manufacturing platform to provide high-speed body assembly solutions for the main body, the body sides and the respot operations such that the two distinctly different SUVs could be produced on the same line. [Read more…] about Comau designs and implements advanced automation solutions for global automaker’s Brazil factory

Mercadona calls in Cimcorp Automation to help move fresh produce from field to store within 24 hours

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Mercadona, a large grocery retailer in Spain and Portugal, has brought in Cimcorp Automation to further automate fresh food intralogistics at its distribution center in San Isidro, Spain.

Equipped with Cimcorp’s robotic solution, Mercadona says it now delivers fresh produce from field to store within 24 hours, thereby increasing shelf life for products, minimizing food waste, and ensuring freshness for customers.

Automation has also helped Mercadona improve workplace safety and satisfaction for its employees. This is the fifth automated system Cimcorp has implemented for Mercadona, following successful installations at several other new logistics facilities in Spain. [Read more…] about Mercadona calls in Cimcorp Automation to help move fresh produce from field to store within 24 hours

Comau and Fincantieri unveil ‘first’ mobile robot shipbuilding system

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Industrial automation specialist Comau and shipbuilder Fincantieri, two of Italy’s largest and most well-known industrial companies, have unveiled the first result of their joint collaboration: the MR4Weld (Mobile Robot for Welding) mobile robot.

The companies describe the robotic system as “an innovative outdoor automation solution to improve quality, performance and well-being during labor-intensive welding activities”.

The companies have also renewed their strategic agreement to apply technology, digitalization, and innovation within cutting-edge, mobile robotic solutions that will increase production speed and worker well-being, by automating traditionally manual processes. [Read more…] about Comau and Fincantieri unveil ‘first’ mobile robot shipbuilding system

Boxbot raises $12 million in Series A financing round

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Boxbot, the vertical automation solution that sorts and stores packages for last-mile carriers, says it has raised $12 million in its Series A funding round, led by Playground Global.

Maersk Growth (the venture arm of A.P. Moller), Toyota Ventures, Pear Ventures, and Artiman Ventures also participated in the round, which brings the company’s total funding to $29.5 million.

The funds will be used to accelerate the company’s mission of enabling carriers to provide more efficient delivery experiences and bolster the team’s engineering and business operations. [Read more…] about Boxbot raises $12 million in Series A financing round