3D Printing Produces Engine Covers To Accelerate Aircraft Maintenance

How a specialized local engineering company supported a major airline during the pandemic with jet engine covers made with 3D printed molds.

How Pallet Automation is Revolutionizing Warehouse Operations

Efficient warehouse operations are the backbone of any successful business. In today's fast-paced world, customer demand is higher than ever, and companies must meet this demand while reducing costs and staying competitive.

Sneaker and Sportswear Retailer's New Mezzanine and Ground Floor Feature ResinDek Robotic Flooring

As directed by the facility's warehouse management software (WMS), a fleet of 142 AMRs continuously delivers mobile shelves to associates at workstations equipped with light directed picking modules on both floors.

The only thing guaranteed is uncertainty, what should supply chains do?

Meeting availability targets has always been tough, but today it just feels harder. Every day headwinds hit. Supply chain teams scramble to revise forecasts, switch suppliers, increase safety stock, but somehow they're still left with the same central problem: uncertainty.

Is Industry 4.0 Here? How AI is Transforming Manufacturing Today

In a recent SparkCognition webinar, "Top 3 Ways AI is Transforming Manufacturing," Andrea Schmidt and Bhavana Brar explored the topic of Industry 4.0, outlined the topline challenges and opportunities of adopting AI in the manufacturing industry.

You Might Not Need Automation To Realize Greater Efficiency in Storage Operations

You could get the greatest benefits from additional automation if you first make sure your existing facilities support the highest productivity possible and the highest storage density feasible for your type of operation.

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.

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."

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