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A legacy of innovative manufacturing

Manufacturer's Monthly

To assist Australian manufacturers transition to high-value and locally competitive manufacturing, IMCRC set up four multidisciplinary research programs, the fundamentals of which have remained the same throughout the CRC’s tenure. UAP is embracing robotics, transitioning from a traditional workshop environment. Industry 4.0

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Case Study: Lockheed Martin’s Flight to Perfect Quality

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Every year the management team reviews metrics including supplier performance, Lean and Six- Sigma manufacturing goals, test yields, customer acceptance, and field performance. Metrics establish benchmarks and goals for improvement for the following year. The management team knows that it must remain competitive, not only against U.S.