Manufacturing and Automation - Articles, Stories & Interviews
You Might Not Need Automation To Realize Greater Efficiency in Storage Operations
You could get the greatest benefits from additional automation if you first make sure your existing facilities support the highest productivity possible and the highest storage density feasible for your type of operation.
Create Tomorrow's Manufacturing Talent Today With These 8 Simple Strategies
Manufacturers must maintain growth and productivity, but its current workforce isn’t growing at the same rate as these demands. Attracting younger talent is crucial amid this trend.
The Role of Conveyor Systems in Warehouse Logistics
In many warehouses there is still a reliance on manual labour and heavy lifting which can put workers at risk, as well as compromise on efficiency. This is where conveyor systems can completely revolutionise a warehouse operation.
Inspecting Miniaturization: How 2D Laser Profilers Handle Tiny Electronic Components
The miniature size of modern electronic components makes placement, mounting, soldering, and testing of said components rather difficult. Given their size and the overall component density on the PCB, visual inspection is nearly impossible.
Pedrini Harnesses CoreTigo’s IO-Link Wireless Technology to Make a Natural Stone Processing Machine More Effective
By integrating CoreTigo’s IO-Link Wireless devices into its machinery, Pedrini was able to enhance existing machines, gaining the benefits of this industrial-grade wireless communication, without the need to design new machines.
Inventory Shrinkage – Causes, Consequences, and Tips
Inventory shrinkage is a common issue in most businesses that deal with physical inventory. But how does it happen, what are its consequences, and how to prevent it?
Why e-con systems’ latest 5MP Global Shutter camera – e-CAM56_CUOAGX is ideal for factory automation
Embedded vision has transformed factory automation – thanks to advances in sensor technology, processing power, and AI. Discover the key features of e-CAM56_CUOAGX, e-con Systems’ latest camera and see why it’s perfect for factory automation.
Manufacturing and Automation - Featured Stories
Strategies to Tackle Knowledge Drain in American Manufacturing
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As labor shortages continue to pose significant challenges for American manufacturing, the resilience and ingenuity displayed by Midwestern manufacturers serve as a beacon of hope.
The Interplay Between Robotics and Artificial Intelligence in Manufacturing
AI and robotics make the factories of the future smarter and more efficient. Manufacturers need to use these exponential technologies to gain a competitive advantage.
What Are The ISO Standards For Barcode Verification?
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To ensure each barcode meets predefined standards of quality and readability, a standardized barcode verification process is essential. This verification process relies heavily on ISO standards to maintain consistency and interoperability on a global scale.
Manufacturing and Automation - News Headlines
Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. Launches New Robot Series for Applications Requiring a Heavier Payload and Longer Reach
The new RV-35/50/80FR series of robots is ideal for handling large workpieces and heavy objects to expand automation opportunities for OEMs and end users alike.
NRI Sales Hosts 2-Day Online Auction Showcasing Over 200 Lots from Paper & Pulp Mill Closures
NRI is hosting a two-day online auction ending June 12th and 13th at 11:00 AM EDT, featuring over 200 lots from Paper & Pulp mill closures. Day 1 offers bearings and power transmission equipment, while Day 2 includes maintenance equipment and MRO essentials.
Kaman Measuring Highlights High Precision Displacement Sensors for Extreme Environments
For PowerGen, aerospace, materials research & development applications that require high accuracy, high reliability, and structural integrity
BigRep Launches the Expansive ALTRA 280, the Ultimate High-Temperature Industrial 3D Printer
Delivering high-temperature performance, the ALTRA 280 is a large-format industrial 3D printer that is fast, reliable, and highly automated to print complex production-quality parts at the push of a button.
3DPRINTUK SHOWS MARKET DOMINANCE AT TCT 3SIXTY
Since it first launched its service in 2011 with a single EOS machine, 3DPRINTUK has gone from strength to strength by sticking to its core strengths and developing unprecedented expertise with polymer PBF processes. Today the company offers extensive manufacturing capability and capacity to support a wide range of key applications across many industrial sectors as a trusted production partner.
Manufacturing and Automation - Featured Product
Thermal Seal Inspection for Improved Quality and Efficiency
MoviTHERM's Thermal Seal Inspection (TSI) solution provides precise and reliable detection of defects in a variety of packaging types, including pouches, bags, blister packs, bottle caps, and more. By detecting defects in your packages, the TSI solution helps increase efficiency in your production line and ensures top-quality packaging is delivered to your customers every time. With state-of-the-art technology and an experienced team, MoviTHERM is dedicated to delivering accurate inspection solutions and peace of mind to its clients. Contact MoviTHERM today to learn more about their thermal seal inspection solution.
Manufacturing and Automation - Featured Company
ELATEC Inc.
ELATEC designs and manufactures RFID badge, card, and smartphone readers for user authentication and access control to manufacturing equipment. Our readers enable tracking of who performed what operation on what piece of equipment and when for quality control and operator safety. We have been in business for over 30 years. RFID is what we do-it is all we do. And our RFID technology is the most advanced available today. This is why we are a market leader in Europe and experiencing tremendous growth in the US. But as our customers will tell you, it is also due to our exceptional design expertise and technical support. We are easy to work with. And being easy to work with is critical to getting design engineers and product managers to move beyond their limited, traditional supplier base, who we have found is often not delivering the total value the customer needs today or will likely require tomorrow. We have a deep and comprehensive understanding of how to work with manufacturing equipment OEMs. At the core, ELATEC RFID readers are innovative due to their unique, flexible architecture and open API. This ensures smooth and easy integration with hardware systems and back-end software. OEMs and Integrators: you have a choice-a proven choice. We encourage you to discover ELATEC RFID if you have not already and learn what we can do together!
