ATS

JANUARY 31, 2024

This is an important topic because, as it can make up a large proportion of the cost of goods sold (COGS), it has a big influence on profitability. Manufacturing overheads are all the costs associated with producing products that can’t be tied directly to individual products. What is manufacturing overhead?

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ATS

MARCH 26, 2024

Preventive maintenance reduces breakdowns and extends the life of machinery like mixers, extruders, calenders, tire building machines and curing presses. The importance of sensors in tire & rubber manufacturing Process conditions such as temperature and humidity need monitoring and control to achieve consistent product quality.

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ATS

MARCH 26, 2024

This blog explores the value of adopting this strategy, what’s involved in implementation and the benefits to be expected. The consequences are seen in: High speed machinery: Speed drives down costs, but parts tend to wear quickly under high loads. Safety must be maintained at all times.

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ATS

MARCH 20, 2024

This blog dives into the subject of manufacturing optimization. It covers how process optimization is part of production optimization and discusses why it should be done. It covers how process optimization is part of production optimization and discusses why it should be done. What is process optimization?

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ATS

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

This blog explains what enterprise asset management entails, the benefits it delivers and how it relates to computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS). If you’re looking for ways to reduce CapEx and OpEx, this blog will provide some ideas to follow up on. What is enterprise asset management (EAM)?

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ATS

APRIL 5, 2024

Share A lot of components must come together to produce a quality product at a target cost. This blog explains what a process control plan is and why every manufacturer should use one. The importance of process control plans After implementing a control plan for production, a manufacturer will suffer less waste.

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ATS

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Design failure mode and effects analysis (DFMEA) is a form of FMEA tailored to the product design process. Though often used for consumer products, it can also be applied to manufacturing machinery and even complete production lines. This blog describes the DFMEA process and explains its contribution to asset management.

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ATS

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

After introducing the methodology, this blog discusses when and how it should be followed. This is the product of values for severity, probability of occurrence, and difficulty of detection before the event has an impact. The major benefits are identified so readers can determine whether PFMEA is something they want to use.

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ATS

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Share Complex products require complex manufacturing processes, and that’s the essence of high-tech manufacturing. This blog answers the question, “What is high-tech manufacturing?” This is needed when the product requires great precision in manufacturing and the cost of failures or mistakes is high.

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ATS

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Effective asset management can improve performance, reduce costs and significantly extend the lifespan of equipment. Rather than waiting for an expensive piece of equipment to break and then servicing it, performing preventive maintenance can provide massive cost savings and time savings over the long term.

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ATS

JANUARY 31, 2024

Working together, these two maintenance practices can transform the way your production facility operates and reduce unplanned downtime. Share When it comes to keeping your industrial equipment in good working order, there are a number of frameworks to follow.

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Gary Mintchell

OCTOBER 3, 2023

including expansion of the Ignition Cloud product and simplifying pricing and SKUs for the Ignition Edge product drawing cheers from its user and integrator audience. “For In Q4 2023, the number of Ignition Edge products will be reduced from five to two, which are Ignition Edge IIoT and Ignition Edge Panel.

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Factory Worx

AUGUST 3, 2022

Read Our Blog. The next generation of asset management systems, designed to be intelligent, automated, and cost-effective, is now being driven by the digital transformation of industrial processes. In this blog, we will check out the influence of manufacturing 4.0 How Industry 4.0 Influence Today's Asset Management.

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ATS

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

This results in scheduled maintenance at convenient times and drastically reduces downtime and associated costs. Various manufacturers currently leverage this technology to ensure production assets are always operating at peak performance. The evolving role of AI in IIoT As we drift towards the dawn of Industry 4.0,

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ATS

MARCH 26, 2024

Availability of production machinery and ancillary services such as HVAC and utilities are critical to controlling costs, but stringent regulatory requirements constrain how work is done. IoT in pharmaceutical manufacturing supports predictive maintenance strategies that lower costs while raising OEE. Referencing the Industry 4.0

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ATS

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Share The idea of sustainability in production facilities has been gaining a lot of traction lately. Companies are swapping to greener technologies and reducing their carbon emissions, and the market is responding. For production facilities, this means upgrading your manufacturing processes and maintenance tasks.

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ATS

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

AI in additive manufacturing is providing quality improvements, boosts to innovation and productivity, and an overall positive impact on profit margins and the bottom line. AI in 3D printing design is also useful for topology optimization, using machine learning to render a design for the most efficient production possible.

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ATS

MARCH 5, 2024

An important productivity metric, FPY highlights wasteful production and can be an important stimulus for improvement efforts. The purpose of this blog is to let the maintenance department know how they can influence FPY and why they should seek out opportunities to do that. It also has a bearing on first pass yield (FPY).

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ATS

JUNE 29, 2023

Share MRO in manufacturing is a significant, yet often overlooked, area of production. MRO refers to maintenance, repair and operations, and includes any of the resources that are used in the manufacture of a product but are not part of the end product itself. What is MRO purchasing? What is MRO in purchasing?

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ATS

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

More manufacturers than ever are drawing upon AI in production and other areas of the manufacturing process, taking advantage of technology that is more accessible than ever while understanding the need to keep pace with competitors and innovators who are setting today’s bar with the adoption of AI tools.

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ATS

JULY 7, 2023

Lights-out manufacturing — sometimes also called the dark factory, or dark manufacturing — refers to the idea of fully automated production without the on-site presence or intervention of human workers, with the name derived from the assumption that automated equipment does not need the lights on in order to operate.

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ATS

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

As manufacturers continue to face down a historic confluence of challenges — supply chain issues, rising costs, worker hiring and retention, and more — green practices are proving to be effective in addressing and overcoming these difficulties. We will discuss each of these benefits in greater detail below. Boost operational efficiency.

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ATS

OCTOBER 24, 2023

In this blog, we’ll examine the change that’s underway and the key technologies driving it. Since the first Industrial Revolution, manufacturers have used machinery to turn raw materials into products that people and other businesses need. The few that are doing this well are considered “digitally mature.”

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ATS

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

One of the most significant is garnering buy-in from facilities, as skepticism persists over whether the benefits outweigh the costs. One of the most significant is garnering buy-in from facilities, as skepticism persists over whether the benefits outweigh the costs. technologies. billion by 2029, at a CAGR of 8.3% from 2024 to 2029.

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ATS

JANUARY 5, 2024

This lets the maintenance team schedule inspection and repair work at a time that’s convenient for production while also preventing breakdowns. This improves safety and enables precise process control while protecting against equipment damage and product loss. Many machines perform at their best within a narrow temperature band.

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ATS

MARCH 31, 2023

Gigafactories are most associated with battery production for electric vehicles on a massive scale. As electric vehicles have gained market share, the production needs for the lithium ion batteries that power these vehicles has grown as well. Even as the concept gains an increasing foothold, you may still wonder: What is a gigafactory?

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ATS

JUNE 15, 2023

The term refers to the practice of bringing offshore production processes – those carried out in a country other than a manufacturer’s home country — back to domestic facilities. Reshoring now offers a very real potential for increased stability, control, reliability and quality — and ultimately, overall cost savings.

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Factory Worx

JULY 19, 2022

Read Our Blog. paradigm and how manufacturers are already applying this effective technique to boost productivity, enhance quality, and better manage supply chains. Additionally, unplanned shutdowns cost the economy billions of dollars in lost production yearly. How Artificial Intelligence is revolutionising Industry 4.0.

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ATS

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Share In manufacturing, there is rarely ever just one way of doing things, and that tenet applies even to as integral a process as production itself. There are numerous methods, strategies and approaches that can be applied to production, and batch vs. continuous manufacturing is one of the major decisions that manufacturers can make.

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ATS

MARCH 21, 2023

Due to the nature of how a reactive maintenance strategy is carried out, it often occurs on an “emergency” basis, with immediate or near-term action required in order to bring equipment back online and continue production.

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Gil Automation

MARCH 3, 2023

1 distributor of Schneider Electric products in Nigeria. Schneider Electric is a global leader in energy management and automation, offering a wide range of products and services that help businesses and homeowners optimize their energy consumption. This prevents damage to the electrical system and reduces the risk of electrical fires.

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ATS

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

It ensures equipment is kept in operational shape which reduces downtime and enhances overall productivity. This efficiency translates directly into time and cost savings for your operations. Production halts, orders get backed up and customers start looking elsewhere for their needs. Let’s dive in!

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ATS

MAY 15, 2023

With more data on hand — delivered in real-time, as equipment operates — manufacturers have more tools at their disposal to make operational decisions, reduce downtime and protect equipment from failure, malfunction and damage. How does a current sensor work? How does a current sensor work?

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ATS

APRIL 27, 2022

It can be assumed that partner-provided maintenance costs are higher than in-house maintenance costs. Manufacturers are faced with regular shortages of skilled technical personnel. It is a situation that has many companies turning to partners for technical talent. However, some are still hesitant due to economic misperceptions.

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Plataine

DECEMBER 17, 2022

The post What is AIoT and How Manufacturers Can Increase Productivity & Reduce Costs appeared first on Plataine. Artificial Intelligence (AI), and the Internet of Things (IoT) are increasingly becoming mainstream in the manufacturing industry.

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ATS

MARCH 21, 2023

Machine learning output can have a significant positive effect on maintenance efficiency, quality checks, product development and more. Digital twins help with maintenance, training, collaboration, product design and more. Share Artificial intelligence, as part of Industry 4.0, What is machine learning in manufacturing?

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ATS

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

If critical machinery is suddenly operating at half capacity — or not at all — the results could range from production slowdowns to complete functional failures. This includes information about specific machine performance, how it works within the larger production line and any data about deviations from the norm.

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