ABB survey reveals unplanned downtime costs $103,000 per hour

It emphasizes the importance of effective maintenance strategies and service partnerships. 92% of respondents are interested in how outcome-based maintenance agreements can boost business success

Data Guys Versus Production Pros - Who is the Best Person to Train AI Programs for Defect Detection?

Artificial intelligence has the potential to deliver game-changing results for quality inspection and defect detection. However, until now the process of training the model has proven problematic.

What is Augmented Reality in the Manufacturing Industry?

Wendy Mlynarek, Strategic Business Development Director at DELMIA takes a closer look at the many applications of augmented reality in the manufacturing sector, whilst also exploring some of the basics for the sector.

VR Welding and the Future of Metal Fabrication

The concerns about VR integration and its health consequences are valid, but it has already proven itself in the world of metal fabrication. It will remain a key part of this industry moving forward.

Giving Second Life to Legacy Systems Through the Industrial Internet of Things

Due to the fact that manufacturing and IT systems have historically developed in parallel, they cannot communicate by default, which forces companies to struggle with compatibility issues when performing digital transformation.

Automation Alley announces new year-long format for Integr8 event

New approach will offer up to a dozen Integr8 roundtables series events exploring Industry 4.0 topics and an Integr8 Roundtable Summit on Oct. 3

Why Manufacturers Should Leverage Hyperscaler Ecosystems to Accelerate Transformation

From a manufacturing leadership perspective, it is important to understand the hyperscaler market - how these companies are evolving, where they are investing, and beyond - to pick the right partners and fully reap the benefits of these collaborations.

Why Prefab Shops Should Digitize Their Workflows & 5 Entry Points

Widespread prefab construction adoption remains to be seen, but the positive impact these techniques can offer on project outcomes is well-known among construction technologists.

Automotive Assembly Contract Manufacturer Supports Rapid Growth with MRP Software

Canadian contract manufacturer of RV and EV solutions KS2 found a way to tame their unwieldy inventory management and bills of materials, switching gears in their business as a result.

EU Automation publishes new guide: How to Get Robotics Right - Avoiding the Common Costly Mistakes of Automation Adoption

The useful guide provides engineers with valuable information about how to introduce automation into manufacturing practices successfully, so they can realise the full potential of robotics

Ergonomic welding-a contradiction in terms?

There are many ways in which to make the working environment of professional welders as safe and ergonomic as possible, and in doing so positively influence the working conditions and motivation of employees.

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.

Thermal Imaging Technology in Lithium-ion Battery Manufacturing

Thermal imaging technology enhances battery quality during manufacturing by identifying material discrepancies and thickness variations in battery electrodes. This ensures that only high-quality electrodes are used, improving battery performance and safety.

Optical Component Manufacturing - a Lesson in Timing, Trust, Partnership, & Experience

It is important to carefully analyze whether making or buying optical parts and components is the best approach for your team, budget, and business goals before deciding.

Mastering Configurable BOM Complexity

Products have become more complex with additional software and configuration options to meet customization demands; simultaneously, BOMs have also become more complex.

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