Issues Facing the Manufacturing Supply Chain & Their Fixes
Technology adoption is critical to smoothing global supply chains for manufacturers. But it's just a start. The problems are global and integrated. And the solutions must be as well.
Why Manufacturers Should be All-in on Automation
Over the next five years, it's estimated that 25% of industrial spending will go toward automation. This spending will impact everything from logistics to retail to auto manufacturing and is expected to help improve several areas, including speed, safety, and product quality.
Building Trust in AI/ML: The Key to Unlocking its Potential in Manufacturing
Manufacturers are adopting AI/ML to increase efficiencies and cut costs. Using AI/ML to monitor and analyze plant operations reveals production chokepoints, potential equipment failures, and areas where automation can streamline operations.
What is Digital Twin technology and why is it important for manufacturers?
Whilst uptake in smaller manufacturing firms has been slower, those within the sector are slowly starting to see the value that digital twin technology can bring, no matter the size of the business.
What Are the Benefits of Adding IoT to Laser Cutting?
While laser cutting has many advantages, it can also be challenging to implement. High initial costs, safety concerns and the need for specialized training can stop manufacturers without the necessary funds and experience from capitalizing on its potential.
Midwestern Bread Company Transforms Operations with Connected Workforce Solution
The baking team utilizes semi-automated processes and advanced equipment to produce bread and pastries. However, inefficiencies in communication and documentation hindered the company's productivity.
Cyan Tec and FANUC bring MTC's vision of large-scale robotic laser cutting cell to life
A suite of automation solutions from FANUC has proved integral to the delivery of an industrial-scale laser cutting cell commissioned by the UK's Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC). Constructed by system integrator
6 Benefits Of Augmented Reality In Manufacturing
AR allows the industrial sector to gain effectiveness and efficiency while reducing errors and the additional costs generated, but it does not stop there.
OPTIMIZING OUTCOMES THROUGH MICRO MOLDING - AN EXPERT PERSPECTIVE
In this Q&A interview, Craig Tappe, Sales Engineer at Accumold discusses various aspects of the micro molding process, and discusses why it is important to ensure that when short-listing your preferred suppliers, the correct questions are asked.
Should you build or buy your MES? - Three key reasons you might be safer with COTS
Opponents in the build versus buy debate often defend fiercely entrenched positions, making it harder to understand the pros and cons. Here, Martin Hurley at Novotek Ireland, offers three key reasons for purchasing a commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) MES.
What Is MES & Why Should Manufacturers Invest In It?
Whilst MES has established itself with some of the major manufacturers, there's still a large number of businesses that could stand to benefit from the solution but simply don't have enough understanding about the tangible benefits it can bring to their operation.
Optimizing the Manufacturing Supply Chain With 7 Tech-Forward Solutions
Every manufacturing operation needs an efficient and resilient supply chain. Stock shortages, shipping delays and similar disruptions can prolong production, raise costs and impact customer satisfaction, so manufacturers must prevent them as much as possible.
Record Automate 2023 Event Leads to Annual Show
-Automate 2023 set record attendance with more than 30,000 registrants
-Automate is heading to Chicago in 2024 and will return to Detroit in 2025
How to get more out of MOM with IIOT & Connected Applications
Mike Bradford, Strategic Business Development Director at DELMIA gave us his expert insight on the impact IIOT can have on a manufacturing firm when used effectively, and how this can provide a real return on investment for business owners.
Breaking down Walls to Build e-Factories
Thomas Burke, Global Strategic Advisor at CC-Link Partner Association (CLPA), looks at how industrial automation vendors, machine builders, and end users can futureproof robotic systems with value-adding network technologies.
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Automation & IIoT - Featured Product
MOTION CONTROLLERS FOR MINIATURE DRIVES AND MICRODRIVES
FAULHABER has added another extremely compact Motion Controller without housing to its product range. The new Motion Controller is ideal for integration in equipment manufacturing and medical technology applications. With 36 V and 3 A (peak current 9 A), it covers the power range up to approx. 100 W and is suitable for DC-motors with encoder, brushless drives or linear motors.
Manufacturing and Automation - Featured Company
KEB America, Inc.
KEB America is a trusted manufacturer of industrial automation products in North America. We manufacture, assemble, and support our German-engineered suite of controls, drives, motors, brakes, and clutches at an ISO 9001:2015 certified, 150,000-square-foot facility in Shakopee, Minnesota.
