As Manufacturers Modernize, They Can't Drop the Ball on Cybersecurity
While the industry is working hard to modernize and improve operating efficiencies, technology improvements such as the Internet of Things (IoT) and 5G connectivity also significantly expand the cyberattack surface.
Measuring your carbon emissions now
Measuring carbon emissions might seem "optional", but you'll gain significant advantages from it in the short and long-term. Here, we give you a step-by-step outline of why collecting carbon emissions data is important, and how to measure it most effectively.
Top Manufacturing Trends Looking Into 2025
The manufacturing industry thrives on competition. If you can keep up with the digital transformation, emerging technology, and workforce changes, you can leverage opportunities to boost operational efficiency and put competitors in your rearview mirror.
Modernizing Capital-Intensive Industries with a Digital Thread
Embracing the idea of a consistent source of information, in context, for all stakeholders, often referred to as a "digital thread," can significantly streamline processes, enhance collaboration, and drive efficiency.
A Slow-Changing Industry in a Fast-Changing World: Manufacturing's Path to Survival
2024 showed us how many manufacturers are still stuck in the past, relying on legacy solutions while missing out on the real power of automation and advanced tech. Sure, some of the latest tools are still in their infancy, but waiting to embrace them is a mistake.
Creating the Perfect Thanksgiving Meal: Lessons in Production Planning, Scheduling, and the Connected Worker
Imagine preparing a Thanksgiving meal for a large family. Production planning is like deciding on the recipes, sourcing ingredients, and planning each step so everything aligns smoothly.
Industrial Metaverse: Pioneering Remote Maintenance Solutions
The Industrial Metaverse is emerging as a transformative technology in manufacturing and maintenance, blending advanced technologies to create a more efficient and responsive operational landscape.
UK's Auto Factories Embrace the Advanced Robotics Revolution
The United Kingdom's automotive production sector is experiencing a fifth industrial revolution (5IR). Although the fourth industrial revolution (4IR) started just over one decade ago, the next generation of advanced robotics in manufacturing has already arrived.
Investing in the UK's injection moulding sector - The case for all-electric machines and robotic integration
Traditionally, our manufacturers have relied on hydraulic-powered injection moulding machines in their operations. However, the industry is now at a crossroads, faced with the imperative to embrace technological advancements for sustainability and cost-effectiveness.
Choosing Zero Trust Network Access Over Virtual Private Networks is a C-Suite Decision
PwC describes today as the "age of continuous reinvention" in its 27th Annual Global CEO Survey report. One of the most startling findings is that 45% of CEOs do not believe their company will be viable in 10 years if it stays on the current path.
Developing the Talent to Lead US Manufacturing Tomorrow Starts Today
Reshoring efforts, a wave of retirements, and advancements requiring new skill sets have coalesced to create labor shortages throughout the sector, prompting 65 percent of manufactuers to say that attracting and retaining talent is their primary business challenge.
Leveraging Voice-Directed Picking to Boost Warehouse Productivity
This innovative solution allows workers to receive audio instructions via headsets, keeping their hands and eyes free for picking tasks. Here is how you can use voice-directed picking to boost your warehouse's productivity.
How the US Election Could Shape Global Trade and M&A
With potential changes to trade policies and international partnerships, the global supply chain landscape could be redefined. For example, a Trump administration may lean into protectionist trade measures, aiming to reduce reliance on China.
Conquer Quartz Limitations with MEMS Precision Timing for Industrial Automation
Today there is a better alternative for industrial automation with silicon Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS) timing solutions that overcome limitations of legacy quartz devices. Read on to explore why successful industrial automation is a matter of timing.
Custom Corrugated Box Manufacturer Grows by 40% in 10 Months
Custom corrugated packaging manufacturer Value Added Packaging from Ohio moved from a legacy ERP system to a modern cloud-based software and grew 40% in 10 months.
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The Wire Association International (WAI), Inc.
The Wire Association International (WAI), Inc., founded in 1930, is a worldwide technical society for wire and cable industry professionals. Based in Madison, Connecticut, USA, WAI collects and shares technical, manufacturing, and general business information to the ferrous, nonferrous, electrical, fiber optic, and fastener segments of the wire and cable industry. WAI hosts trade expositions, technical conferences, and educational programs.
