Manufacturing and Automation - Articles, Stories & Interviews

Unlock Hidden Cash: How Manufacturers Can Maximize R&D Tax Credits Under the One Big Beautiful Bill

Thanks to the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB), manufacturers now have greater access to these credits. Many still leave substantial dollars on the table because they are not aware of their eligibility or fail to grasp the qualification and filing requirements.

Talking PACK EXPO Las Vegas with maxon and Parvalux

As the packaging industry continues to evolve, maxon and Parvalux remain committed to delivering motion solutions that are not only precise and reliable but also adaptable to the dynamic needs of modern automation.

Transportation & Logistics Company Cuts Costs and Improves Asset Tracking with HiveMQ

As the shipping and logistics company scaled and especially during their peak season between Black Friday and Christmas, the number of devices, connections, and topics being created overwhelmed the broker, causing a lot of headaches.

Case Study: Achieving a High-Risk Systems Overhaul on an Accelerated Schedule

When TGES America, Ltd. (hereinafter TGES America) needed a critical overhaul of the complex control system and instrumentation for the central utilities plant (CUP) of a specialty materials manufacturing plant, they turned to aeSolutions, a Siemens Solution Partner.

High-speed image analysis of the smallest particles in real time

Particles can vary widely in form and origin - be it powder, liquid, tablet, sand, microplastic or pigment. In order to analyze this diversity, laboratories must master a balancing act between precision, efficiency and practical requirements.

Mastering Manufacturing Excellence With a Quality Management System

Let’s discuss what a QMS is, explore its core components and objectives, examine key industry standards like ISO 9001, AS9102, and ISO 13485, guide you through the implementation process and demonstrate how digital tools can enhance your QMS effectiveness.

How to Identify Which Tasks to Automate in Your Manufacturing Business Processes?

In this blog, we’ll walk you through a step-by-step process to pinpoint the best automation opportunities in your manufacturing business—based on ROI, effort, risk, and operational value.

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10 Steps to Evaluating and Buying Supply Chain Planning and Optimization Software

Investing in SCP&O technology isn’t just a choice; it’s a strategic necessity for those looking to stay competitive. The process involves more than just choosing a product—it’s about finding a long-term partner for success.

Ready to Optimize? Why VFDs Are a Game-Changer for Manufacturing Efficiency

To support the upcoming generation of rapid development and technological growth, antiquated motors and related components must be phased out. To facilitate this change, stakeholders should plan to adopt new workflows and technical knowledge.

How to Use AI to Close the Manufacturing Skills Gap

From smart training platforms to real-time job support, AI offers manufacturers a way to upskill current employees, optimize hiring and build a workforce ready for the future of production.

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Walmart Celebrates Grand Opening of High-Tech Perishable Distribution Center in Wellford

Location brings faster service to Walmart stores and new career opportunities in South Carolina

Drive Selection and Ordering are Fast and Easy with myNORD Online Tools

NORD's digital self-service tools offer a modern, streamlined solution for efficient, user-friendly ordering.

LUCID Vision Labs Expands Headquarters to New Facility

This strategic expansion supports the company's continued growth and its commitment to meet the increasing demand across its global customer base.

New Mouser eBook Explores the Future of Satellite Communications

The eBook includes key expert insights from Qorvo, Space Systems Command, and Lockheed Martin

NCMS Releases White Paper on Best Practices for Manufacturers Seeking to Initiate Smart Manufacturing Solutions

The white paper, "Accelerating Smart Manufacturing: Best Practices for Small and Medium Manufacturers," draws on lessons learned from several recent NCMS initiatives as well as research conducted by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, and others focused on smart manufacturing implementation.

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Quality assurance in the manufacturing industry

Quality assurance in the manufacturing industry

Efficiency and precision with CSP software. In the highly competitive world of manufacturing, quality assurance is a critical factor for success. CSP offers you state-of-the-art software solutions specifically designed to ensure the highest standards of quality assurance in the manufacturing industry.

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FAULHABER MICROMO

FAULHABER MICROMO

Since 1961, FAULHABER MICROMO has partnered with OEMs to deliver high precision, high performance, custom micro motion system solutions to markets such as medical, robotics and automation in North America. FAULHABER MICROMO's tradition of innovation started decades ago in Germany. The groundbreaking invention of the FAULHABER coreless winding started it all for a market that produces millions of motors today. How can the FAULHABER MICROMO team help you deliver your next innovation to market first? Learn more about MICROMO's solutions for the most demanding applications, our diverse motion products and technologies, online ordering, Engineering and R&D teams, Clean Room Assembly, Machining Center and other services at our Clearwater, FL facility at www.micromo.com.