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4 ways robotics, AI will transform industry in 2024

Robotics Business Review

After all, the technology is already there – we have many partners developing applications using AI to allow our robots to perform more complex and diverse functions. Many still have an outdated view of the cloud as merely being a data collector and backup function, as we know it from our private lives.

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Four Robotic Predictions for 2024: AI set to supercharge robotic automation

Gary Mintchell

After all, the technology is already there – we have many partners developing applications using AI to allow our robots to perform more complex and diverse functions. Many still have an outdated view of the cloud merely being a data collector and backup function, as we know if from our private lives.

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Heijunka & Production Leveling in Manufacturing

ATS

Why production leveling matters today The modern manufacturing environment is defined by volatility short product life cycles, spikes in customization, and global supply chain disruptions. Implementation roadmap Transitioning from traditional scheduling to production leveling requires a phased, cross-functional approach.

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Building a traceability 4.0 foundation for automation

Control Engineering

The ability to gather and record data on the whereabouts and timing of works-in-process undergoing a specific manufacturing operation or finished products making their way through the supply chain is essential for ensuring quality, identifying bottlenecks and minimizing product waste during recalls. Industry 4.0

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Increasing production with less capital

Control Engineering

Manually-reported overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) was inaccurate and lacked data necessary to determine true utilization. Rollout to the second factory with all the functionality listed above. Rollout to the third factory with all the functionality listed above. MORE ANSWERS. CONSIDER THIS.

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Automate 2023 Day Three: Sensors gaining insights under the surface

Control Engineering

Information is a major asset for any company trying to maintain their supply chains and improve operations. With overall equipment effectiveness (OEE), most manufacturers are trying to keep costs down.

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Leveraging data for manufacturing efficiency: Insights from Hugo Lafontaine of Schneider Electric

Automation Mag

While in manufacturing we are looking at a high level of operational, supply chain and customer/market data, the most valuable type of data will depend on the situation of a particular manufacturer. Additionally, supply chain data allows manufacturers to better manage inventory and improve end-to-end logistics.