Manufacturing and Automation - Articles, Stories & Interviews
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.
Why you need to know where Smoke Tests fit in Your QMS
How did QA tell when a product failed its burn-in? The product stops working because its electronic circuits overheat and literally burn up. Everybody could tell where QA was located by the smoke rising above it from smoldering circuit boards.
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
AMADA WELD TECH Announces the Release of the WL-300A Precision Laser Welding Workstations
Highly configurable units designed for industrial manufacturing of electronics
NORD's Heavy-Duty, Reliable Drive Systems Tackle Tough Industrial Applications
NORD's industrial automation solutions include MAXXDRIVE industrial gear units, UNICASE parallel shaft gear units, UNICASE helical bevel gear units, IE3 - IE5+ high efficiency electric motors, and NORDAC variable frequency drives. These solutions are engineered to work in unison for ultimate performance in demanding, heavy industrial environments.
Rootstock Software to Showcase ERP and AI Innovations at the Smart Manufacturing Experience in Pittsburgh
Manufacturers can learn how Rootstock's Signal Chain Decisioning Platform helps navigate today's latest industry challenges
Elmo Motion Control Displays the Latest Motion Control Possibilities at SPS Italia
Elmo is proudly showcasing the Platinum line of servo drives, including Full Certified Functional Safety, and the recently launched Platinum Bassoon, this line's first AC power drive.
Coesia to showcase innovative solutions at EXPO PACK M©xico 2024
Enflex, a Coesia brand, and one of the companies specialized in the design and manufacture of HFFS packaging machines for the Healthcare & Pharma sector, will showcase the Enflex F-17 for flat pouches, specifically equipped for the personal care and healthcare industry's needs. The machine's capabilities include shaped sachet formats, with an intuitive HMI and numeric counters for easy size change, and it is ready to work with 100% recyclable materials, emphasizing Enflex's commitment to sustainability and innovation.
Manufacturing and Automation - Featured Product
OnLogic Tacton TC401 Rugged Panel PC
The Tacton TC401 panel PC is an easy to install touchscreen computer purpose-built for reliability in tough environments. Choose the display size, type, and brightness, and match it with the compute, I/O, and functionality your unique project requires.
Manufacturing and Automation - Featured Company
PI USA (Physik Instrumente)
PI is a privately held company that designs and manufactures world-class precision motion and automation systems including air bearings, hexapods and piezo drives at locations in North America, Europe, and Asia. The company was founded 5 decades ago and today employs more than 1300 people worldwide. PI's customers are leaders in high-tech industries and research institutes in fields such as photonics, life-sciences, semiconductors and aerospace.
