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Markforged tips ‘just in place’ to replace ‘just in time’ in Australian manufacturing

Manufacturer's Monthly

Tesla replaced traditionally-manufactured spot welding shanks with components made on the premises on Markforged printers, reducing lead times and slashing the cost of each shank from $4,000 to $400. This could substantially reduce the carbon footprint of the freight sector. “AM had a role to play here,” said Elving.

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Markforged tips ‘just in place’ to replace ‘just in time’ in Australian manufacturing

AU Manufacturing

Tesla replaced traditionally-manufactured spot welding shanks with components made on the premises on Markforged printers, reducing lead times and slashing the cost of each shank from $4,000 to $400. This could substantially reduce the carbon footprint of the freight sector. . “AM had a role to play here,” said Mr Elving. .

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What is supply chain?

Fastener News Desk

The Russian invasion of Ukraine has led to the worst humanitarian crisis in Europe since World War II, as well as supply chain disruptions in critical sectors , including agriculture, automotive, energy, and food. These are historically remarkable events that can’t be anticipated and lead to trillions of dollars in losses.