SHENZHEN, China, March 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Against the industrial backdrop of surging demand for 5G-A and AI servers, high-end PCB manufacturer JarnisTech announced the official put into production of its Chongqing smart factory. The factory redefines the standard for intelligent manufacturing of high-precision electronic components through an advanced AOI in-line scanning system that increases board quality inspection efficiency to six times that of traditional manual inspection. JarnisTech's Smart Factory The smart automated factory is equipped with 25-micron resolution 2D camera systems capable of analyzing 1,800 boards hourly per unit – each requiring only one operator. The proprietary AOI technology examines 2,000+ detection points per board within 0.2 seconds, enabling 99.98% yield rates for complex 72-layer backplanes and slashing average delivery cycles to 72 hours. "Where traditional PCB plants struggle with labor-intensive quality checks, our closed-loop automation ensures military-grade precision at commercial production speeds," said Xu, Production Director at JarnisTech. The facility's 18 international certifications including IPC Class 3 and IATF16949 have secured its position in multiple Fortune 500 tech vendors' approved supplier lists. The factory's dedicated R&D center is accelerating innovation in specialty circuit boards, including cutting-edge products like 100Gbps transmission backplanes and aerospace-grade circuits capable of withstanding 300°C extremes. Its fully-equipped laboratory features advanced testing instruments including ROHS analyzers, enabling 90% of inspection items to be completed within four hours - providing rapid verification support for emerging applications such as medical stretchable flexible circuits. With 68% fewer personnel than conventional PCB factories, the 300-employee plant delivers $214 million annual output while maintaining 48-hour rush order capabilities. "This isn't just scaling production, but reengineering value chains," emphasized JarnisTech's CTO. "We transform PCB procurement from cost centers into technical differentiators – clients report 12-15% margin improvements through our engineered solutions." About JarnisTechJarnisTech is a leading high-end specialty PCB manufacturer in China, specializing in high multilayer PCBs, high frequency/high speed PCBs such as Rogers RO4835™, Isola I-Tera® MT40, Taconic RF-35A2™, and others. With precision capabilities such as 22-layer HDI and ±5% impedance control, the company provides complete PCB solutions for high-end electronics industries such as automotive radar, 5G base station AAU, aerospace and medical electronics. Contact for the pressCyndi XiongMarketing managerJarnisTechPhone: +86 135 3094 7255Email: sales@jarnistech.com Learn more at www.jarnistech.com
BUDAPEST, Hungary, Feb. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- On February 21, 2025, Zoomlion Heavy Industry Science & Technology Co., Ltd. ("Zoomlion") announced its plan to establish a modern smart factory for aerial work platforms in Hungary. The project, formalized through an agreement signed on Feb. 20, was highlighted at a press conference hosted by the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade of Hungary. Press Conference Announcing Zoomlion's Aerial Work Platform Project in Hungary Strategically located in Tatabánya at the intersection of major highway networks, the factory will serve as a vital hub linking Eastern and Western Europe's key logistics routes. Once operational, it is expected to significantly strengthen Zoomlion's presence in the European aerial work platform sector. With a total area of approximately 250 mu (approximately 41.18 acres), the factory will be jointly developed by Zoomlion and CTP Group. The facility will be equipped with advanced intelligent, digital, and environmentally sustainable production technologies to manufacture a wide range of high-performance, premium-quality, and low-carbon aerial work platforms. By leveraging cutting-edge production processes and equipment, the facility will be better positioned to serve both local and European markets. Once operational, the project is expected to create 800 local job opportunities, fostering economic growth and employment in the region. It will also strengthen collaboration with local supply chain partners, enhance synergy with local businesses, and actively cultivate a localized industrial ecosystem through a closely integrated, mutually beneficial partnership, further contributing to Hungary's economic and social development. In recent years, Zoomlion has been actively advancing its global business strategy through a "global village" mindset and a localized operational approach. The company has established 10 overseas R&D and manufacturing bases, with products sold in over 150 countries and regions. More than 50% of Zoomlion's revenue now comes from markets outside China. "We'd like to extend our sincere gratitude to all parties who have supported this project," stated Zhan Chunxin, Chairman and CEO of Zoomlion. "We will accelerate project implementation according to the investment strategy, and bring the factory into operation in this year."
Hsinchu, Taiwan, January 21, 2025 – ACE Solution has announced a strategic partnership with Mobile Industrial Robots (MiR), the renowned Danish leader in autonomous mobile robots (AMRs). MiR Vice President of Sales Poi Toong Tang and ACE Solution President Steve Hsu signed the collaboration agreement. This partnership combines ACE Solution's hardware and software integration expertise with MiR's AMR technology leadership to deliver innovative smart factory solutions, accelerating the transition to intelligent production. With the global trends of labor shortages and rising wages, companies face increasingly complex logistics demands and challenges in long-distance transportation. Optimizing internal logistics automation and production lines has become critical. Unlike traditional automated guided vehicles (AGVs) that rely on fixed tracks, MiR AMRs offer significant advantages, including autonomous navigation, safety, flexibility, simplicity, cost-effectiveness, and ISO cleanroom certifications. These robots are ideal for diverse applications, including semiconductor production lines, cleanrooms, and hospitals, replacing repetitive and time-consuming manual tasks to free up human resources for high-value assignments. MiR's AMR supports payloads ranging from 100 kg to 1,350 kg and serves automotive, electronics, healthcare, life sciences, and consumer goods industries. ACE Solution is a leading system integrator and precision equipment leasing provider in RF, WiFi, and 5G with over 20 years of expertise. It focuses on integrated testing solutions from R&D to production and has established close partnerships with numerous international brands. Its clientele spans semiconductor, wireless communications, packaging and testing, and medical sectors, including communication chip manufacturers, global certification labs, and ODMs. Through its proprietary ATSuite software, ACE Solution will integrate MiR's AMRs and incorporate Universal Robots to enable end-to-end automation solutions—from individual workstations to entire production lines. Steve Hsu, President of ACE Solution, commented: "Collaboration with MiR marks a significant milestone in delivering comprehensive smart factory solutions. ACE Solution's core value is solving real-world operational challenges through integrated hardware and software solutions. We help optimize internal logistics in semiconductor fabs and automate medical material deliveries to achieve greater efficiency." Poi Toong Tang, MiR's Vice President of Sales, APAC, shared: "Taiwan's market potential is inspiring, and ACE Solution's exceptional performance in wireless communications, semiconductors, and smart healthcare motivates confidence. This partnership will expand MiR's application, delivering new value to broader industries." This partnership signifies the synergy between ACE Solution and MiR, uniting technical expertise and localized service capabilities to lead AMR's innovative landscape. To provide tailored solutions and dedicated services for industries, the two companies will host regular training and technical exchange events to promote knowledge sharing and real-world applications, accelerating digital transformation.
Company to Leverage Lighthouse Factory Expertise to Develop Future-Oriented Business Models SEOUL, South Korea, July 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Electronics (LG) is advancing its smart factory solutions business by integrating artificial intelligence (AI) and digital transformation (DX) with its extensive 66-year history of manufacturing and production expertise. LG ACCELERATES SMART FACTORY SOLUTIONS BUSINESS INTEGRATING AI WITH 66-YEAR MANUFACTURING EXPERTISE The Ultimate Fusion of AI and Manufacturing Capabilities Earlier this year, LG officially entered the smart factory solutions market. The Production engineering Research Institute (PRI), which has been enhancing production and manufacturing competitiveness for LG Group affiliates, is now extending its expertise to external clients. Services offered include production consulting, development of equipment and operation systems and training for technology personnel. Despite being in its inaugural year, the business has already achieved significant milestones. PRI anticipates securing orders worth approximately KRW 200 billion from external clients for its smart factory solutions. Major clients include secondary battery manufacturers, automotive parts manufacturers and logistics companies. LG plans to aggressively expand into industries with rapidly growing factory demand, such as semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology and food and beverage. The goal is to develop the smart factory solutions business into a multi-trillion KRW enterprise by 2030, excluding revenue generated within the LG Group. According to market research firm Precedence Research, the global smart factory market is projected to grow from USD 155.61 billion this year to USD 268.46 billion by 2030. 770TB of Manufacturing Data and Over 1,000 Patents LG has accumulated vast amounts of manufacturing data and know-how through 66 years of factory design, construction and operation. In the past decade alone, the company has amassed 770 terabytes (TB) of manufacturing and production data, equivalent to storing approximately 197,000 high-definition movies (assuming each movie is 4GB). The company's competitive edge also lies in its various core production technologies essential for smart factory configuration, with PRI filing over 1,000 patents related to smart factory solutions. LG aims to set its smart factory solutions apart by integrating its extensive manufacturing data and expertise with AI and DX, leveraging world-class production technologies. These smart factory solutions encompass production system design, monitoring and operation through Digital Twin technology; big data and generative AI-based management of quality, industrial safety and equipment; and the provision of various industrial robots. Production Efficiency Directly Linked to Business Profitability Smart factory solutions focus on minimizing even the briefest delays or minute errors between processes. Since efficiency in production is directly linked to the overall profitability of the business, enhancing it is crucial. For example, at LG's refrigerator production line in Changwon, a refrigerator is produced every 13 seconds. A 10-minute delay in the production line would result in a production shortfall of 50 refrigerators. Assuming the price of one refrigerator is KRW 2 million, a 10-minute delay translates to a loss of KRW 100 million. This impact is even more significant for products with faster production speeds.* Therefore, solutions that minimize delays across processes – from the seamless supply of multiple components to assembly, packaging and inspection – are essential. Comprehensive Production Solutions Covering the Entire Journey LG approaches the smart factory business not just as unit solutions for specific areas but as comprehensive solutions covering the entire journey for clients, from factory planning to design, construction and operation. Considering the client's environment and industry characteristics, the company diagnoses existing factories and identifies areas for improvement, establishing a step-by-step roadmap from automation, informationization and intelligence perspectives to maximize investment effectiveness. Digital Twin Solution for All Value Chain The production system design and operation solutions leverage real-time simulations using Digital Twin technology. Before the factory is built, a virtual replica identical to the real factory is created, allowing clients to preview the production and logistics flow. This enables optimal efficiency in factory design. During the operational phase, analyzing real-time data helps detect bottlenecks, defects and malfunctions in the production line in advance, thereby contributing to productivity improvement. Autonomous Mobile Robots and Collaborative Robots LG's various industrial robot solutions for factory automation offer significant advantages. The Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR) is equipped with cameras, radar and LiDAR sensors to recognize its surroundings and supply parts and materials. It navigates effectively, avoiding workers and obstacles through autonomous driving. The Mobile Manipulator (MM), which combines a multi-joint robotic arm with an AMR, can automate a range of tasks seamlessly. It is capable of diverse actions such as assembly, defect inspection and transporting parts and materials. Additionally, it can replace the batteries of nearby AMRs when they run low. Generative AI Solutions for Easy Anomaly Diagnosis Solutions that assist in managing yield rates and ensuring the smooth operation of equipment are also highly beneficial. Sensors installed throughout the factory detect abnormal signals such as vibrations and noise caused by equipment aging or lack of lubrication. Big data is then used to determine the causes and recommend corrective actions. Generative AI based on large language models allows for easy use through voice commands. For example, saying "abnormal vibration in equipment A at 2 p.m." records the abnormal signal on the server. A command like "show recent abnormal vibrations and corrective actions" provides a list of defect types and previous corrective actions in order of likelihood. Additionally, LG has developed a real-time detection system powered by Vision AI. This system learns the factory's normal operating conditions and detects anomalies such as temperature fluctuations and defects. It also enhances factory safety management by identifying workers who are not properly wearing safety helmets or work vests. Expediting the Development of a Future-Oriented Business Model by Harnessing Lighthouse Factory Expertise LG's intelligent autonomous factories in Changwon, South Korea, and Tennessee, USA, have been recognized as Lighthouse Factories by the World Economic Forum. Following the implementation of smart factory solutions, productivity at the Changwon plant increased by 17 percent, energy efficiency improved by 30 percent, and quality costs due to defects were reduced by 70 percent. Within the LG Group, production facilities at over 60 locations in 40 regions worldwide are applying solutions from PRI. Leveraging this internally and externally validated smart factory expertise for business ventures holds significant meaning in terms of commercializing intangible assets. LG is driving a transformation of its business portfolio, which has traditionally focused on production of hardware, by integrating software and solutions into a future-oriented structure. This approach is expected to significantly contribute to the rapid growth of the company's B2B sector, one of the three key growth drivers in LG's 2030 Future Vision, especially as it targets numerous external corporate clients. "We will offer optimal smart factory solutions at every stage – from planning and design to construction and operation – becoming the ideal partner that supports our clients throughout their entire production journey," said Jeong Dae-hwa, head of LG PRI. * Unit for production speed is parts per million (PPM). About LG Electronics, Inc. LG Electronics is a global innovator in technology and consumer electronics with a presence in almost every country and an international workforce of more than 74,000. LG's four companies – Home Appliance & Air Solution, Home Entertainment, Vehicle component Solutions and Business Solutions – combined for global revenue of over KRW 84 trillion in 2023. LG is a leading manufacturer of consumer and commercial products ranging from TVs, home appliances, air solutions, monitors, automotive components and solutions, and its premium LG SIGNATURE and intelligent LG ThinQ brands are familiar names world over. Visit www.LGnewsroom.com for the latest news. LG ACCELERATES SMART FACTORY SOLUTIONS BUSINESS INTEGRATING AI WITH 66-YEAR MANUFACTURING EXPERTISE
DFI's co-exhibition with partner MDS will feature a live demonstration of the AI Box PC and its AI capabilities TAIPEI, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- DFI, the world's leading brand in embedded motherboards and industrial computers, is thrilled to announce its collaboration with Korean distributor MDS for a groundbreaking co-exhibition at Smart Factory + Automation World 2024 in Seoul, Korea. The showcase will feature an exclusive demonstration of the TGH960 System-on-Module and its AI edge computing applications, highlighting its deep learning capabilities and face and object recognition features. Founded in 1990, Smart Factory + Automation World 2024 is a premier international exhibition in the Korean automation market that brings together industry leaders, innovators, and technology enthusiasts from around the world. 500 exhibitors at 2,000 booths and 70,000 visitors are expected to attend the event this year. As leaders at the forefront of the embedded industry, DFI and MDS aim to leverage the platform to redefine the future of the smart manufacturing and industrial automation industry. DFI will be displaying a range of their latest solutions at the booth, including industrial motherboards (IMB), single board computers (SBC), system-on-modules (SoM), and Box PCs. The highlight will be a live demonstration of the TGH960 SoM, designed for versatile applications such as Box PCs and factory automation. Powered by 11th generation Intel® Core™ SoC processors, specifically optimized for Edge AI vision computing, the TGH960 utilizes Intel® Iris® Xe architecture and AI acceleration for heightened performance in complex tasks. Notably, its AI acceleration features a significant upgrade, supporting Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) and Vector Neural Network Instruction Set (VNNI), previously exclusive to Xeon processors. The AI BOX from MDS has received positive feedback from numerous customers in terms of its performance in deep learning. Meanwhile, DFI's TGH960 contributes powerful object recognition technology to the AI BOX. There is also a promising potential for the future application of AI BOX in the defense and food industry sectors. DFI and MDS will continue to collaborate, enhancing the potential for technical cooperation, and jointly delivering high-quality products and services to the artificial intelligence market. Event DetailsVenue: Coex, Seoul / Halls A, B, C, D, and LobbyDates: March 27th to March 29th, 2024DFI and MDS Booth: C Hall C541 For more information, please visit: LinkedIn or contact us. Contact Eva Chen eva.chen@dfi.com Evelyn Chang evelyn.chang@dfi.com
HSINCHU, Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- At SMART FACTORY Expo 2024, Tokyo, ICP DAS (3577-TW) will showcase a comprehensive portfolio of IIoT and automation control products and solutions with the theme "ESG and Net-zero Emissions." The debut marks a significant milestone in the company's participation in the world's leading shows. ICP DAS to Make Its SMART FACTORY Expo Debut in Tokyo with Innovative IIoT and ESG Solutions ICP DAS, with decades of experience in the field of industrial automation, has earned customer trust worldwide. The company offers a range of sensors, remote I/O modules, industrial communication devices, controllers, and management software. At this exhibition, the company will be presenting how these products empower clients to build smart factories and optimize manufacturing process management. Identifying pain points is the first step toward providing perfectly tailored solutions. With this principle, ICP DAS once successfully assisted a top contact lens manufacturer in managing the plant's carbon footprint and meeting stringent environmental standards specifically set for cleanrooms. In this application, the company installed smart power meters and an IIoT power meter concentrator to collect and transmit real-time data on factory-wide power consumption. Simultaneously, ICP DAS air quality sensor modules were deployed to monitor temperature, humidity, and particulate matter concentrations in cleanrooms. The integrated solution ensures compliance with manufacturing standards while improving production efficiency. Furthermore, ICP DAS creates a control center for data visualization by utilizing IIoT cloud management software. The project realizes real-time monitoring of product lines and the factory floor, ultimately sharpening the manufacturer's competitive edge. Experience ICP DAS total solutions live at Hall West, 1F, Booth W62-79. January 24-26, 2024 @Tokyo Big Sight, Japan. About ICP DAS ICP DAS, established in 1993, focuses on the innovation and R&D of industrial automation technologies. The company has been committed to providing holistic solutions in industrial automation & control, IIoT, Industry 4.0, energy management, smart factory, smart manufacturing, smart building, smart city, and ESG. The accent is on developing and providing automation products and solutions that achieve data acquisition and monitoring goals. 30 years of experience in the global industrial market allows the company to take leading positions among solutions providers for Industry 4.0 and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). For more details, please visit our website: https://www.icpdas.com/
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