Manufacturing and Automation White Papers

Secure and reliable machine authentication provides the data manufacturers need to enable process and workforce optimization. Learn why "who" matters in machine operation and how factories can use machine authentication to drive quality control, cost efficiencies, safety and compliance.

Here you can find interesting White Papers and Technical Briefs from The SCHNEEBERGER Group which produces linear and profiled rail guides and measuring systems for linear motion, develops customized positioning systems, and offers innovative solutions made of mineral casting as well as ball screws.

As automated equipment in industrial, medical and life science markets becomes increasingly faster and more accurate, engineers must adapt with higher performing linear motion and positioning systems. At the same time, however, the envelope for motion control is shrinking, making it difficult to design a fast, precise system that can fit into tight spaces. Despite the challenge, it is possible to design a linear motion system that delivers the high performance these machines demand. For example, a linear positioning table and digital controller combination optimized for high-speed communications and fast response achieves an ideal balance of precise positioning and exceptional control. This article will describe some of the essentials machine designers should consider when implementing a precision linear motion system for high-speed automated machines, along with an out-of-the-box setup that provides exceptional results.

As modern robotics and automated machines perform more tasks than ever, bearings that enable complex motion and effective load handling are making it all possible. For example, many robots and cobots incorporate articulating arms to move, position or rotate heavy objects or perform routine tasks even as design sizes shrink. This white paper will describe how IKO crossed roller bearings enable precise, repeatable motion and can handle large axial, radial and moment loads simultaneously to perform complex tasks for a variety of robot types, even within tight spaces.

Increasingly, end-user manufacturers need more automated and innovative solutions, and automation OEMs and system integrators seek experienced partners to solve these challenges. They want to dramatically shorten the time and effort it takes to bring new production systems online or update existing lines with more versatile and efficient technology.

Trends in 3D Printing at Scale, summarizes the results of a third party industry report that surveyed 170 managers and executives working at manufacturing companies with responsibility for 3D printing.

Improper warehouse management means you could be missing valuable business insights, which could help you make more informed decisions to improve the overall health of your company and avoid the above scenario.

How leading manufacturers are harnessing technology to improve quality, drive higher profitable growth, and outpace the competition in 2023 – and beyond

To start, this whitepaper identifies all of the most common programmable tasks and how you can begin mobilizing your automated workforce at the lowest cost and highest productivity. Download the full whitepaper to see where robots can help!

Developing innovative robots is a challenging but rewarding field that requires a combination of technical skills and creative ideas. The goal of these designs is to create robots that are able to perform tasks efficiently and effectively, with a focus on increasing productivity and reducing costs. We know that by designing and engineering robots that are able to adapt to changing environments and to handle complex tasks, we can stay ahead of the curve and remain competitive. But robot development comes with its own set of challenges; limited budgets, lack of manufacturing capabilities, teams that aren’t large enough to spare time for innovation, and so on. How can robotics startups overcome these challenges and stay ahead of the competition?

Embrace the future of the manufacturing industry and implement solutions that allow you to navigate change with ease.

Current advancements in robotics are shrinking the design-to-deployment cycle from years to months, and 5G alone is enabling a host of new capabilities. Read about AI, ML, cloud computing, and how they all enable a new intelligent edge device.

Production planning is the process of balancing supply and demand in a medium to long timeframe. It revolves around deciding when to produce your goods so that customers could be served on time in full, building a realistic capacity plan, and drawing up a materials requirements list for the procurement team.

Production scheduling is the process of maximizing the efficiency of production by the detailed planning of manufacturing operations in the near-term. It is aimed at preventing stock-outs, spotting bottlenecks, matching production with demand, optimizing workforce and machinery allocation, as well as balancing inputs and outputs between workstations.

Let’s listen to Arvind Krishnan, industry analyst at Lifecycle Insights and Michael Mayr, Industrial Equipment Sales Strategy Expert at Dassault Systèmes. They will discuss the robot industry and how startups can succeed in this market.

No matter how complex and detailed the requirements, developing tailored products results in a specific set of challenges. That’s why we identified 10 essential ways manufacturers can improve and enhance their production lifecycle.

This paper explores various use cases for AI and automation that can be used, not only with IT service management (ITSM) scenarios but also within other IT areas. And like with any adoption of technology, this paper highlights issues that organizations must address to have success with AI and automation. Finally, this paper identifies three things that organizations can do to get ready for AI and automation.

Learn how manufacturers are reducing costs and ensuring product quality with new app-based technologies that that make human decisions consistent, reliable and trackable

Economic order quantity is a supply chain management technique used to determine the optimal lot size per order. This is done in order to avoid stockouts and overstocking, thereby balancing inventory costs and opportunity costs.

Download this whitepaper to learn: How robots create safer environments in the workplace. How robots stay compliant with current safety standards. Advantages of utilizing autonomous mobile robots in the workplace. How companies are quickly adapting to using collaborative robots (cobots) in their workplace.

Electrical and electronic components come in a wide variety of sizes and mounting technologies. The classic is the through hole technology (THT), its modern counterpart is the surface-mounting technology (SMT). Unfortunately, these two technologies, which are combined in almost every electronic device, require different soldering methods. A dilemma? Yes and no.

This white paper answers the most important questions about precision metal fabrication, its possibilities and the most important aspects for optimised production of ultra-precise parts and components. Discover the true potential of precision metal fabrication and learn how etching technology is already part of your everyday life. Exploiting the power of the next-generation metal fabrication process for the optimised production of ultra-precise parts and components

Companies using Capgemini’s DDQ enable their data scientists to tap into new value from data pools to engineer the products and experiences customers want, boosting satisfaction and loyalty. DDQ is also built on a repeatable and customizable architecture, reducing start-up costs, and allowing a custom-fit solution for the unique needs of the brand.

This whitepaper introduces "Hybrid AI" - a novel approach that combines the best of established machine vision processes and new AI capabilities.

The last five years brought huge advancements in additive manufacturing. Companies improved the reliability and capabilities of their platforms, and industry leaders have pioneered new manufacturing applications. In this white paper, we cover how additive has improved and how you can translate the gains into concrete improvements to your manufacturing operation.

Efficiency and flexibility are pillars of any successful workflow. In operations, these mainstays factor into everything from worker productivity and throughput, cycle times, and precision in dock-to-stock, order picking, and fulfillment – all of which impact the bottom line. Particularly when demands surge from a disruption (e.g., a pandemic) or during seasonal peaks, inefficiencies are exaggerated and can limit the ability to scale operations.

From a technology perspective, the fundamental architecture of robotics is changing. Robotics systems are becoming more modular, customizable, and intelligent. Machine learning, sensors and other new technologies are paving the way to a new class of collaborative robots (or cobots) that can work alongside humans. Download the eBook to learn more!

Why do automation projects fail to meet expectations? What can you do to prevent costly mistakes? How can you be proactive, ensuring your warehouse automation projects meet deadlines and goals? Ian Hobkirk, Commonwealth’s President, shares insider advice on how you can dodge unforeseen events to minimize the effect of Murphy’s Law to still meet time, budget and design objectives.

New manufacturing architectures are needed to meet the demand of the growing Internet of Things (IoT) market. This article discusses how PCB cloud manufacturing supports and enables IoT hardware development. PCBs are at the center of the IoT devices, enabling transducers, processors, antennas, and other components that are part of the device to exchange power and data in the form of electricity effectively. PCB design for IoT products is more challenging than other electronic circuits as it often requires meeting tighter size constraints, stricter standards, and higher performance requirements.

In today's complex world, employers are looking for smart, creative ways to support their employees' health and financial wellbeing. Yet, with all the benefit information out there, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. Our guide — Voluntary benefits 101 — is for busy employers who want practical information about voluntary benefits without the jargon or complicated details.

WMS was late to the Cloud party, for a variety of reasons, including concerns about response times for time-sensitive processes such as RF, Voice, material handling systems and more. This new report details how these barriers to Cloud WMS have fallen away, as now 75% of WMS implementations are Cloud-based - and growing. It also covers the key deployment and pricing options, case studies of companies implementing WMS in the Cloud, and lessons learned from the first wave of WMS Cloud adopters.

In this whitepaper, learn how combining ELATEC’S highly flexible, multipurpose TWN4 MultiTech reader/writer with the powerful TCP3 network interface module enables manufacturing plants to extend RFID identification card-based capability to the access control of devices requiring special operator training like PLC, robot and HMI automation controllers. And to control access to hazardous areas.

This white paper shows the benefits of RFID-based solutions for cleanroom and laboratory environments. You will learn about the challenges of complying with GMP/GLP requirements and what is important when choosing the right authentication solution.

The scope of application for access control is wide: in companies, not every employee should be allowed to go in and out everywhere, and hotels or health care facilities do not want to allow everyone in all areas. More and more often, a reliable access solution is needed. This whitepaper will show you what this could look like with RFID.

The past two years have been exceptional in many ways, but workplaces and businesses have adapted and moved forward. The rise of remote work isn’t receding, and the need to invest in more resilient supply chains is greater than ever. And even as constraints have loosened, leaders know that other supply chain disruptions will arise in the future.