Why Do AGVs Need Reliable Motors?
Any automated system is only as good as its reliability. An automated guided vehicle (AGV) for example, needs to do the job it is programmed to do; without error, quickly and efficiently.
Proving Out Metal AM for Distributed Manufacturing on a Global Scale
Network of contract manufacturers enables IMI Critical and Velo3D to print the same certified part in six locations and three different countries
Why Cloud Computing is Essential for the Modern Manufacturing Industry?
Cloud computing's role in manufacturing has grown exponentially, from acquiring environmental data of machines to supply chain management through IoT applications and other advanced technologies.
Expectations for the Industrial Metaverse - The Next Big Thing is Becoming a Big Thing
Imagine we have access to a time machine. Engineers could travel three shifts back in time, when production seemed stable. Once there, they could run a simulation to determine which parameter was responsible for causing the performance issue.
Flexible feeding for a smarter production line
Vibratory feeders are used to align and feed small products and parts during the assembly and production process using gravity and vibrations. They are a common element of many operations and an effective way of automating production lines.
How Remote On/Off Benefits Automation Applications
When used with a computer or server, remote on/off allows end users to turn equipment on and off using a remote signal from a network, timer, sensors, or user input. Remote on/off provides several benefits to machine vision and automation applications.
AI in Manufacturing: Reshaping the Future of the Industry
We'll take a look at just some of the ways manufacturing companies can benefit from implementing AI in their processes. Furthermore, we'll share the diverse applications of AI that will help you save costs and improve processes regardless of the product specifics.
Accelerating Reshoring Strategies Spur CEOs To Modernize America's Vast Manufacturing Industry, The Latest "Building American Manufacturing Resilience" Poll With Forbes And Zogby Reveals
Nearly Two-Thirds Believe America's Vast Manufacturing Industry Can Solve The World's Supply Chain Concerns. More Than 70% Of CEOs Are Investing In Automation, Digital Workflows And R&D, And More Than Half Are Investing In Artificial Intelligence.
How 3D Printing Is Changing the World
In this blog, Knight Optical, the leading supplier of optical components for a wide range of industries (including the 3D printing sector), runs through the most impressive innovations in the world of 3D printing
Do quality managers really want fully autonomous visual inspection?
Autonomous quality inspection solutions that are premised on the idea that the human user might make a mistake promise the highest level of automation. However, surely it is better to utilise the user.
2022 Top Article - The Future of 3D Printing - Six Factors to Consider
The past year has shown those in manufacturing and the supply chain that 3D printing - or additive manufacturing (AM) - is becoming a serious and mature manufacturing technology, not only for prototypes but also for small and medium sized series.
How an ERP can help cut manufacturing costs
This article explores in detail how ERP implementation can help manufacturers reduce costs and, as a result, become more profitable.
2022 Top Article - Developing High Strength Cast ABD® GWA3 Alloy for Automotive Applications - A Case Study
A proprietary alloy, ABD® GWA3 coupled with a unique heat treatment provided a 30% improvement in yield strength without sacrificing elongation.
2022 Top Article - General Purpose Programming Languages Are the Future for the Industrial Automation Industry and Are Overtaking Traditional PLC IEC 61131-3
IEC 61131-3 is the de facto standard in the industrial automation industry. It encompasses 5 different programming "languages". It makes designing simple programs straightforward and easy, and it does this very well.
2022 Top Article - The Convenience of Mobile Training Apps
It should come as no surprise to learn that employee safety has made its way into the mobile app space, too. But how could introducing an app help your organization?
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Using AI to Collect & Leverage Data
Data is the foundation of Industry 4.0. While skilled workers will always be essential, data is reshaping the manufacturing landscape, enabling automation of repetitive tasks, empowering smarter decision-making with AI assistance, and reducing defects and downtime. This shift allows small and medium-sized manufacturers (SMMs) to compete more effectively on quality, speed, and cost. While AI and machine learning systems typically require around two years to collect enough data to reach their full potential, manufacturers can start seeing benefits almost immediately with basic analysis tools and dashboards. Our MEP National NetworkTM expert explains how in this Manufacturing Tomorrow article.
