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What is Lean Manufacturing and how apply it to your company

Nexus Integra

Also known as “lean production”, this work philosophy is essential for any company that is part of Industry 4.0. What is Lean Manufacturing? Lean Manufacturing stands out. Lean Manufacturing is a philosophy whose main function is to eliminate everything that does not add value in a production process.

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Manufacturing Industry 4.0 needs to modernize operations says Info-Tech

Canadian Manufacturing

Manufacturing Trends Report (CNW Group/Info-Tech Research Group). TORONTO — Info-Tech Research Group’s latest research report says the manufacturing sector is often the slowest to recover from labour shortages and disruptions. In its recent report titled The Durable Goods Manufacturing Industry 4.0

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The Future of Smart Supply Chain with Industry 4.0

ATS

Once the supply chain experiences challenges, manufacturers will almost immediately see higher prices, longer delivery times and extended resource time to make alternate plans and maintain customer relations. enables — must be the new normal for any business that intends to be proactive and competitive in today’s manufacturing landscape.

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Harnessing lean manufacturing in the factory of the future

Manufacturing & Logistics IT

Global manufacturing supply chains face regular challenges: rising material and energy costs, smaller, local competitors offering lower prices and, studies now show, $900 billion lost in waste. In order to survive, manufacturers need to shift their mind-set, adapting existing processes to work with greater efficiency and precision.

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Siemens Factory in Switzerland Wins Award for Production and Supply Chain Resilience

i4.0 today

This is thanks to preventive measures such as a “risk radar” for early identification of global risks in the supply chain, a high level of data transparency across the entire value chain, and seamless collaboration with purchasing, logistics, development, and sales departments. Both underline the plant’s clear focus on sustainability.

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Bosch Rexroth to expand North American operations, increase factory automation offering

Automation Mag

The company will move its linear and assembly technology manufacturing facility to a new location in Charlotte. ” The new facility’s total footprint of 227,500 square feet will expand the company’s current manufacturing capabilities by over 25 percent. The location will have additional room for future expansion.

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Building a Sustainable Supply Chain in the Era of Accountability

i4.0 today

A thorough audit should be conducted to examine various aspects, including the sourcing of raw materials, manufacturing processes, transportation methods and waste management. Businesses should also explore energy-efficient manufacturing processes that prioritise resource optimisation and minimise emissions.