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Sponsored by the Italian Trade Agency. Italian Machinery Delivers Quality and Innovation to Advance North American Industries Italian machinery is an integral part of North American industry, supporting operations and forwarding organizational goals. From agriculture and construction to manufacturing and a plethora of other industries, Italian machinery delivers quality and reliability that enables North American…

Sponsored by the Italian Trade Agency. Regardless of industry, market, product, and process, end users consistently express a desire to form deeper collaborative partnerships with their OEMs. This was strongly reflected in an End-User Perceptions survey — conducted by WTWH on behalf of the Italian Trade Agency’s Machines Italia project analyzing how North American companies…

Sponsored by the Italian Trade Agency. With ongoing labor shortages, persistent economic uncertainty, and fickle trends that can change on a dime, North American industries are challenged to constantly adapt to new market needs. To address these ongoing pain points, Italian machine builders are pushing their equipment to new levels of flexible design and adaptability.…

Sponsored by the Italian Trade Agency. Sustainability has been a top-of-mind consideration across industries for well over a decade, with the North American market placing particular emphasis on the importance of sustainable business practices. Many engineers, such as Daniel Hoffman of PULSE Engineering, know the importance of looking for solutions beyond the home continent. “We…

Sponsored by the Italian Trade Agency. Automation is a vitally important tool for North American industry and Italian machine builders that are leveraging the latest automation technology to bring success to the North American market. From physical process automation to digital automation, Italian machine builders are incorporating cutting-edge technology to transform industries. In an End-User…

In an era of economic volatility and industry disruption, North American manufacturers are turning to partners who can help them adapt, automate, and grow. This issue of Machines Italia spotlights how Italian machine builders are meeting that call, delivering flexible, sustainable, and highly automated solutions that empower end users to navigate today’s toughest challenges. Notable…

By Samantha J. Sexton, Marketing Communications Manager, Parker Engineered Materials Group As urban transportation faces the challenges of sustainability and efficiency, innovative sealing solutions are becoming essential in enhancing the performance and environmental responsibility of urban mobility vehicles, including electric kick scooters. According to IMARC Group, the kick scooter market is expected to reach $8.1 billion…

By Ben Nudelman, Global Market Manager, Parker Chomerics Micromobility devices, such as electric scooters, e-bikes, hoverboards and electric skateboards, have revolutionized urban transportation, providing users with convenient and affordable options for short-distance travel. However, despite their many advantages, the batteries and electronics generally utilized in these devices introduce some potential safety and reliability concerns. Proactively…

By Eric Dean, Parker Sealing & Shielding Team In part one of this series, we discussed how lightweighting can boost the performance of both internal combustion engine (ICE) and electric heavy-duty trucks as well as the benefits of transitioning to electric designs. We also touched on how lightweighting an ICE heavy-duty truck aids with the…

By Jean-Philippe Olry, Industrial Market Manager, Parker Hannifin’s Electric Motion and Pneumantic Division Europe As the global market shifts towards sustainability, the demand for electric vehicles (EVs) has surged significantly. Central to the success of this industry is the production of high-performance, reliable batteries. Within battery manufacturing, the coating process stands out as a critical…

By John Tranquili, Materials Manager When a researcher studying beluga whales in Cook Inlet, Alaska faced equipment failure that threatened their work, Apple Rubber’s advanced manufacturing capabilities provided the solution that allowed their critical research to continue. The Challenge: Protecting Vital Research Equipment in Extreme Conditions The harsh Alaskan environment poses significant challenges when working…

By Mike Greig, Marketing Coordinator We’re thrilled to announce one of the new additions to our product lineup, the P8-R Linear Servo. Based on our powerful P8 platform, the P8-R is an ideal solution for projects requiring dependable linear motion in a compact form factor, with standard servo control. This servo represents a leap forward…

Avoid common setup mistakes and improve the reliability of your simulations. By Taylor Hoff, Applications Engineer at Hawk Ridge Systems SOLIDWORKS Simulation is a powerful tool for finite element analysis (FEA), offering seamless integration with SOLIDWORKS to analyze and validate models efficiently. However, accurate results depend on proper study setup—especially when it comes to fixtures.…

According to Statista Market Forecast, the global market for electric vehicles is projected to increase by 9.82% annually from 2024 to 2028, reaching a market volume of $906.7 billion by 2028. This growth includes a substantial increase in micromobility and mini mobility transportation, which are becoming increasingly popular in both recreational and commercial sectors. More manufacturers are…

The electrification of industrial vehicles is not just a technological milestone but a necessity in today’s environmentally conscious world. As electric vehicles (EVs) continue to revolutionize the transportation and industrial sectors, the role of efficient and reliable battery systems becomes increasingly crucial. Among the critical aspects of battery technology, thermal management and durability stand out…

The industrial battery market is experiencing a transformational shift as more industries aim for sustainability and efficiency. With non-automotive electric vehicles demonstrating significant and continued growth, the demand for advanced battery technology is more pronounced than ever. That’s why we are looking in-depth at the most promising sectors and the trends driving their growth. Warehouse…

Safe operation and operator comfort are key in mining equipment. Advanced steering design is one way to improve ergonomics and safety and provide more precise machinery control. Off-road vehicle steering is traditionally operated by a mechanical system powered by hydraulics. The steering gear is physically connected to a steering wheel, and the hydraulic power is…

In today’s fast-paced automated manufacturing environments, the demand for efficient, high speed, high precision, reliable, and flexible transport systems is at an all-time high. The newest innovation from Motion Index Drives precision link conveyors is the Taktoflex, a revolutionary flexible high-speed precision conveyor designed to meet the diverse needs of modern industries. With its modular…

In response to the industry’s demand for larger, more versatile precision rotary index table solutions. The TMF8000 programmable rotary index table, developed by Motion Index Drives and Taktomat GmbH (MID), stands as one of the largest programmable barrel cam indexers on the market, embodying the pinnacle of precision motion control technology. The TMF8000 not only…

Our precise linear robot integrated solutions come in a heavy-duty design and custom lengths such as the Robot Transfer Unit and Tool Tray Transfer. They are equipped with high-precision helical rack & pinions handling the high dynamic loads and required accuracy. To extend the reach of the robotic arm on the Robot Transfer System, it…

The low cost and versatility of robotic arms have made Robot Transfer Units a staple in the manufacturing industry. These units are widely used in repetitive assembly tasks like drilling, fastening, welding, composite layup, routing, painting, and trimming. The appeal lies in their high flexibility and efficiency. However, robotic arms are typically mounted in fixed…

Robots and collaborative robots (cobots) are on the leading edge of factory automation technologies. Digital twins and virtual reality (VR) are on the leading edge of design and development tools. Combined, they can be leveraged to create an industrial metaverse that delivers higher productivity faster, even for small- to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Designers at SMEs…

Machine vision (MV) for object recognition and tracking solutions can be an important part of smart agriculture, industrial automation, environmental monitoring, robotics, logistics, and similar applications. However, developing object recognition and tracking applications takes much more than a camera and some artificial intelligence (AI) software. A multi-sensor platform and comprehensive data fusion are needed. The…

By Jeff Shepard, Contributed by DigiKey’s North American Editors Smart home energy management systems, heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC) controllers, smart locks, and more are being designed using the Matter connectivity standard. Many smart home systems need a variety of sensors for monitoring motion, sound, light, and environmental parameters like temperature, humidity, air quality, and…

Smart motor controls are needed that can maximize resilience and uptime of machinery in the next generation of Industry 4.0 manufacturing, metals and basic materials processing, mineral extraction and mining, and critical infrastructure like drinking water and wastewater plants. The motor controls in these applications must be able to control and protect motors between 75…