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Building Trust and Credibility: How to Nail Your Graphic Design Pitch Deck

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In the competitive world of graphic design, presenting your ideas effectively is crucial for success. One powerful tool that can make or break your chances of winning clients is the graphic design pitch deck.

A well-crafted pitch deck not only showcases your creative prowess but also builds trust and credibility with potential clients.

In this article, we will explore the key strategies to create a compelling graphic design pitch deck that captivates your audience and leads to successful collaborations. [Read more…] about Building Trust and Credibility: How to Nail Your Graphic Design Pitch Deck

Driving into the Future: The Rise of Autonomous Trucks

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The trucking industry is shifting its attention to autonomous trucks to address the rising truck driver shortages. These driverless vehicles are an undeniable part of our future, promising a bright horizon for the trucking industry.

With their advanced technology, these vehicles could revolutionize global goods transportation. Beyond mere machines, these autonomous giants embody human ingenuity, leading to safer roads and greater efficiency. [Read more…] about Driving into the Future: The Rise of Autonomous Trucks

4 UX Design Strategies for Improving Driver Safety in the Fleet Industry

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On average, 4.5 accidents per driver per year occur in the fleet industry. Any of which could be fatal, taking their lives.

Reasons? There are many, but they can be generally classified as driver-side problems or system-side.

Employing the right UX design strategies minimizes both drive-side and system-side problems to a great extent, improving overall driver safety in the fleet industry. [Read more…] about 4 UX Design Strategies for Improving Driver Safety in the Fleet Industry

The Future of the Car Wash: Innovative Technologies and Trends to Watch

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In today’s fast-paced, technologically driven world, even the humble car wash is undergoing a significant transformation.

Innovative technologies and emerging trends are redefining the car wash landscape, offering more efficient, eco-friendly, and advanced solutions.

This blog post delves into the future of the car wash industry, exploring how AI, green technologies, and a growing consciousness about chemical content are revolutionizing this essential service sector. [Read more…] about The Future of the Car Wash: Innovative Technologies and Trends to Watch

Yaskawa takes center stage at Africa Automation Technology Fair

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As one of the largest manufacturers of industrial robots, Yaskawa Southern Africa took part in this year’s Africa Automation Technology Fair (AATF), where various experts in the manufacturing industry gathered to exchange valuable industry expertise to increase investment prospects in the African continent’s manufacturing sector. The event, which celebrated its 25th year, centred around the theme of “For Africa from Africa”.

The AATF promotes and is passionate about furthering Africa’s transformation and promoting the development and growth of the continent’s automation industry.

Yaskawa Southern Africa was one of 150 exhibitors on display at the event, which took place from 9th to 11th May 2023, and showcased its collaborative robotic welding solution, Weld4me. This transformative piece of automated equipment presents an alternative or support to manual MIG/MAG welding with air-cooled welding equipment. [Read more…] about Yaskawa takes center stage at Africa Automation Technology Fair

Universal Robots executive receives prestigious robotics award for contribution to robot safety

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For the second time within five years, a key figure at Universal Robots, the Danish manufacturer of collaborative robots (cobots), has been awarded the world’s most prestigious robotics prize, the Joseph F. Engelberger Robotics Award, often described as the Nobel Prize of robotics.

Following in the footsteps of Universal Robots’ co-founder Esben Østergaard, who was given the Engelberger Award in 2018 in the Technology category, Roberta Nelson Shea (main picture), Universal Robot’s Global Technical Compliance Officer, has received the award for Applications at a ceremony at the Automate Show in Detroit.

The Application category recognises individuals or organisations that have made a significant contribution to the development of robotics technology and its practical application. Roberta won the award for her outstanding work related to robotics safety across the world. [Read more…] about Universal Robots executive receives prestigious robotics award for contribution to robot safety

EPHJ microtechnology show: Exhibitor numbers up compared with last year

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It’s that time of year again when professionals from the high-precision watchmaking, jewellery, medical and microtechnology industry will gather for the EPHJ Show at the PalExpo international exhibition and convention centre in Geneva from 6 to 9 June 2023.

More than 710 exhibitors – mostly small and medium sized enterprises from 16 different countries, including Europe, Asia and the United States – have announced they will be attending this year’s show.

Alexandre Catton, EPHJ director, says: “The number of exhibitors is up compared to 2022. The watchmaking and jewellery industry is in fine form and contributing greatly to the encouraging prospects for this year’s EPHJ – as is the strong potential shown by the medical technology market. [Read more…] about EPHJ microtechnology show: Exhibitor numbers up compared with last year

Korea Association of Robot Industry to operate Korea Pavilion at Automate Show

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The Korea Association of Robot Industry (KAR) says it will be operating a “Korea Pavilion” at the Automate Show, which starts in a couple of days. Nine Korean companies will feature their products in Korea Pavilion located in booth number 3250 and 3452.

KAR has participated in many trade shows held in Europe and East Asia for the decades, but it has never participated in Automate or any other trade shows held in the US.

While China remains the largest market for Korean robot companies with exports worth of $319 million, The United States is the second-largest market with exports amounting to $204 million, according to the Korean Robot Industry Survey. [Read more…] about Korea Association of Robot Industry to operate Korea Pavilion at Automate Show

Construction robotics startup Canvas partners with USG to ‘transform drywall industry’

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Canvas, a construction robotics startup, has agreed a strategic partnership with USG, the inventor of drywall and many industry-changing construction materials, including Sheetrock brand All Purpose, Plus 3, and other surface finishing products.

The partnership leverages two major technical advances: onsite robotics from Canvas and advanced building materials expertise from USG.

These organizations joined forces to collectively innovate and address chronic labor shortages, schedule and budget overruns, quality inconsistencies, and productivity and safety issues that have continuously challenged the drywall industry. [Read more…] about Construction robotics startup Canvas partners with USG to ‘transform drywall industry’

How Dual Screen Monitors Can Help Astrophysicists

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Astrophysics is a complex profession and requires a lot of research and analysis. An astrophysicist deeply analyzes astronomical observations. They spend a lot of their time using research tools. They gather different information related to planets and astronomical creatures.

A typical day of an astrophysicist is completely occupied with loads of work and research. However, a single screen is surely consuming a lot of their time. For this reason, Geminos dual monitor with stand can solve many of their problems.

These dual screens will help the astrophysicist in many ways. This article will summarize all the information related to dual-screen monitors. Additionally, it will also justify how these multiple monitors are helping astrophysicists. Read this article to learn about it. [Read more…] about How Dual Screen Monitors Can Help Astrophysicists