Do Our Youth Hold the Key to Manufacturing's Skills Crisis?
Matt Eden, Engineering Director at cable assemblies manufacturer GTK, makes the case for answering the UK's skills gap problem with forward-thinking hiring practices.
Demonstrating Flexible, Powerful 5-axis Laser Micromachining
With a suitable system, it is possible to control the entire micro-machining process - the laser, scan head and workpiece positioning - to produce macro-sized components to sub-micrometer dimensional tolerances.
How to Achieve Sustainable Production?
By leveraging cutting-edge digital solutions, sustainable production transforms traditional manufacturing processes by increasing efficiency, reducing waste, and conserving energy, pushing industries toward a more resilient and eco-friendly future.
The Future of IoT Analytics: How AI and Big Data are Changing the Industrial Sector
Imagine trying to keep track of everything happening in a giant factory, where robots build cars, sensors check the temperature, and cameras inspect for defects. Without a system to connect all that information, it would be chaotic.
The Important Role of Thermal Imaging for Condition Monitoring
Manufacturing and production processes consistently face challenges in ensuring the longevity and efficient functioning of their equipment, especially as they age.
Automate 2025 Product Preview
Automate 2025 takes place May 12th - 15th in Detroit, MI. The Exhibit hall floor will be loaded with new products and services. Here is a preview of some things to look forward to at this years event.
VE Day at 80: Lessons from Wartime Manufacturing for a Modern Britain
Britain's manufacturing capabilities played a huge role in winning the Battle of Britain - and subsequently WWII. The nation's adaptability, resource management and workforce flexibility on the manufacturing front was utterly vital.
How to Ensure Your Corrective Actions Work, and Keep Working
Implementing corrective actions that are truly sustainable is a constant challenge. There always seem to be variables you didn't anticipate: A new person executing a process. An important piece of information unexpectedly unavailable. A gap in reporting.
Adjusting M&A Strategies in Response to Changes in Global Trade Policies and Tariffs
Many of the deals announced in the first quarter were initiated last year, during a period of growing optimism driven by the prospect of a business-friendly US administration. However, recent trade policies have dampened optimism, and uncertainty has returned to the market.
Adapting to Change: How CPQ Software Is Shaping the Future of Custom Manufacturing
As customer demand for personalized products grows, businesses are turning to configure, price, quote (CPQ) software to enhance their custom manufacturing capabilities.
Custom linear motion solution drives Swiss river restoration research project
The project required smooth, uninterrupted motion across the record-long dimensions, which the Institute achieved through collaboration with linear motion manufacturer Thomson Industries and automation expert König Lineartechnik.
AI-What It Really Is and What It Actually Does - A Developer's Perspective
From estimating and scheduling to purchase order management and analytics, AI is revolutionizing ERP for packaging manufacturing. This article provides a perspective on you may not have heard before in exploring what AI is, and what it can do for you.
Circular Manufacturing Sets New Standards for Material Life Cycle Innovation
Efforts are also underway to use normally discarded items as the foundation for new products or to change material innovations to make things easier to break down or recycle.
In the industrial maintenance space, knowledge is key for employee retention
An investment in ongoing education is really an investment in your employees, and it can significantly boost engagement, morale, and retention.
This Is the Most User-Friendly Manufacturing Software, Says Manufacturing Consultant
Tim Grant, Founder of Business Solution Providers manufacturing consultancy, has spearheaded hundreds of software implementation projects. Here are some of the insights he's gathered over the years.
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