Announcements

In a significant boost for semiconductor research and development, Laser Thermal has announced a new collaboration with the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).

It has been announced that the 42nd ‘Werner von Siemens Ring’ will be awarded to the EUV development teams of ZEISS and TRUMPF. The Werner-von-Siemens-Ring Foundation is honoring researchers from both companies for the development of High-NA-EUV lithography and the industrial utilization of EUV technology.

The new and improved QuantuMike is a groundbreaking new micrometer, designed to redefine efficiency and precision in handheld measurement devices. Engineered to meet the demands of manufacturing professionals, the QuantuMike boasts high-speed operation, high accuracy measurements, and unparalleled ease of use.

Sandvik has announced the official launch of a new player entering the industrial metrology space. ZeroTouch will specialize in delivering advanced automated industrial measurement solutions.

PTC has announced entry into a Strategic Collaboration Agreement (SCA) with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to accelerate the growth of its Onshape cloud-native computer-aided design (CAD) and product data management (PDM) solution.

At its recent Third Plenum, China mapped out the direction of the country’s economic policies: Beijing wants to adapt to the new round of industrial transformation by using robots as an engine for growth. China’s success story with industrial robots is unique: the country is by far the largest robot market in the world.

RAFI has developed a new technology platform for the market-ready series production of touch systems for safety-critical applications at performance level d. Based on reliable, durable hardware components, redundant sensor architecture and comprehensive diagnostic software, the safety concept offers far more flexibility than hard-wired safety functions.

Rockwell Automation has announced the launch of its connected worker solution from Plex, by Rockwell Automation. These industry-leading capabilities were developed to help users enhance productivity, quality, and safety on the shop floor.