Manufacturing and Automation - Articles, Stories & Interviews
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.
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.
The pool of operational excellence - CubeBOX Pallet Pool integrated with robust software maximises floor space
Limited floor space can hinder the implementation of new manufacturing technologies or the scaling up of production. Does this mean that manufacturers forced to operate within confined spaces should settle for suboptimal layouts
Manufacturing and Supply Chain M&A Outlook
With inflation and higher interest rates continuing to ease along with greater flexibility in dealmaking, industrials are a key sector for dealmakers this year, as many seek out innovative technologies, digital assets, and supply chain resilience
Support whenever it’s needed - Remote support proves vital to efficient and competitive milling operations
In 2024, manufacturers must overcome a number of hurdles if they are to implement an effective predictive maintenance strategy. Indeed, Deloitte cites several challenges: “Economic upheaval, a tight labour market, rising costs and continued supply chain stresses.”
Manufacturing and Automation - Featured Stories
Decoding the Magic of KPIs: Beyond Metrics, Towards Operational Excellence
In this article, you will find why KPIs are important, how to choose a useful KPI and why to use KPIs dashboards for easy tracking of KPIs for your packaging company.
Minimizing Unplanned Downtime: Strategies for Maximizing Productivity in Your Plant
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By leveraging robust downtime tracking and analysis strategies, you can pave the way for preventative measures that detect and address potential defects in equipment promptly to protect production efficiency and safety.
Security Challenges For Smart Factories - How Does SASE Help?
This rising tide of digitization and automation is leading to major concerns around cybersecurity. Smart factories are significantly more productive and competitive, yet a lot less secure.
Manufacturing and Automation - News Headlines
Vitaquest Opens New Particle Engineering Facility
Company Expands Manufacturing Capabilities & Industry Leadership with 4th Facility, Introduces Fluidized Bed Process Technologies
New version of MVTec HALCON machine vision software focuses on usability and strengthening core features
• Powerful shape matching technology now even more user-friendly
• Continuous acceleration of algorithmics
• Release on May 16, 2024
Nulogy Named Among Canada's Top Small & Medium Employers for 2024
Nulogy's dedication to fostering collaboration across multiple enterprises drives excellence in the workplace and sparks innovation in human resources practices
Nulogy Recognized Among Inbound Logistics' Top 100 IT Logistics Providers for 2024
Nulogy has empowered leading 3PLs and FMCGs to navigate the complexities of supply chain management with greater ease and effectiveness
Fast, precise, compact: Bosch Rexroth adds linear motor modules to its portfolio
New linear motor axes meet the highest dynamics and precision requirements in minimal spaces
Manufacturing and Automation - Featured Product
Thermal Seal Inspection for Improved Quality and Efficiency
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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.
