Manufacturing and Automation - Articles, Stories & Interviews
How Flying S is Turning Data into a Competitive Advantage
As automation, multi-axis machining, and lights-out operations become the norm, shops are realizing that the real advantage doesn’t come from just running more machines; it comes from understanding how they’re running.
Manufacturing's AI Reality Check: Why Governance Is the Missing Link
Governance is the architecture that transforms AI experiments into enterprise assets. Without it, even successful models become liabilities.
Must-Have AI Features in your next ERP: Why AI-Enabled ERP Is a CEO's Best Investment
The next wave of competitive differentiation lies in embedding artificial intelligence (AI) directly within ERP/MIS systems - not as an add-on, but as a native capability driving data, decision-making, and automation across operations.
Organic Soda Producer Implements Traceability System in Just a Few Weeks
Fresh Fizz Sodas from Long Island needed a system that would help them comply with traceability regulations, and found the perfect solution in MRPeasy.
What's Your Factory's Lean Maturity Score?
Many factories run 5S events, collect defect data, or deploy quality management systems - yet still face recurring bottlenecks, waste, and variation. Why? Because tools alone don't make a Lean enterprise - culture does.
Sustaining a Positive Manufacturing Workplace in an Evolving AI World
If businesses approach the transition to an AI-enhanced workplace strategically, it can lead to a workforce that is invested, outcome-oriented, and well-positioned for a successful future.
The Next Industrial Epoch is Here: Why Acting Now is a Strategic Imperative for Manufacturers
The convergence of technological maturity, proven financial returns, and a strategic need for resilient domestic production has created a generational opportunity, and the window to act is now.
Manufacturing and Automation - Featured Stories
Why Economic Uncertainty Demands a Real-Time Manufacturing Strategy
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Proactive manufacturers now treat economic uncertainty not as isolated incidents, but as ongoing tests of their operational readiness and digital maturity.
Strengthening Cybersecurity Measures as Threat Actors Set Their Sights on the Manufacturing Industry
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To manage these risks at scale, organizations need modern Privileged Access Management (PAM). Unlike legacy access controls, modern PAM enforces least-privilege access, monitors high-risk accounts in real time and integrates seamlessly with broader security ecosystems.
9 Evidence-Backed Predictions for the Next Decade of Auto Part Manufacturing
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As the industry navigates the next decade, it will adapt to the digital transformation and the emergence of smart vehicles. Here are nine evidence-backed predictions for the next 10 years of auto part manufacturing.
Manufacturing and Automation - News Headlines
DigiKey Debuts Industry-First Power Supply Configuration Tool
Online tool speeds access to power supply solutions, offering time savings and an accelerated design process
6K Additive Secures Approval for $27.4 Million EXIM Loan to assist with Critical Minerals Expansion in Pennsylvania with the Department of War
The funding, part of EXIM's Make More in America initiative, will support the expansion of 6K Additive's state-of-the-art powder manufacturing and alloy additions facilities
Impulse Embedded Ltd Now Supplying Jetson Thor Edge AI Systems Featuring Advantech's MIC-743-AT
Delivering up to 2,070 FP4 TFLOPS of AI performance with a 14-core Arm Neoverse-V3AE CPU, up to 128GB LPDDR5X, and 100GbE-class connectivity, Jetson AGX Thor brings data-centre-class capability to the edge for real-time generative AI, advanced sensor fusion and high-performance robotics.
IntelliAM Expands into Building Products Manufacturing Sector with New Multi-Client Growth
IntelliAM is powering a new global industrial revolution through its AI solutions which unlock greater productivity, quality, performance, efficiency, and safety, while also reducing waste and increasing throughput.
3D PEOPLE CHALLENGES INDUSTRY TO RETHINK 'PRICE PER PART' IN ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING
In a new insight piece, "The Real Cost of 3D Printing: Beyond Price per Part," 3D People Co-Founders Sasha Bruml and Felix Manley explain that while unit price comparisons make sense for traditional processes like injection moulding, they fail to reflect the transformative economics and agility of additive manufacturing (AM).
Manufacturing and Automation - Featured Product
KEB VFDs for High Speed Motor Control
KEB's VFDs are the key to unlocking peak performance in your high-speed machinery. Engineered for precision control, even without feedback sensors, our F6 and S6 drives utilize advanced software and high-frequency output. This ensures smooth operation, reduced vibration, and optimal efficiency. Whether you're building turbo blowers, power generation systems, or other high-speed applications, KEB VFDs deliver the reliability and performance you need.
Manufacturing and Automation - Featured Company
Parvalux Electric Motors Ltd
Parvalux is a leading global manufacturer of geared motor solutions with over 70 years' experience in creating the perfect combination of motor and gearbox to match the customer's application. Whilst we offer thousands of standard options we can easily customize any motor or gearbox to meet your exact requirements at no or minimal extra cost. Our design team can work closely with your own to optimize your solution for your application helping you to secure a genuine competitive advantage in your market. Our products are found in hundreds of applications but we are particularly strong in healthcare, leisure, mobility, transport, and a diverse range of industrial applications.
