The Automation Blog

JANUARY 4, 2023

Curt Anderson from B2Btail talks eCommerce for Manufacturing in Episode 135 of The Automation Podcast. If you would, please contact me at: [link]. Sponsor and Advertise: Get your product or service in front of our 75K followers while also supporting independent automation journalism by sponsoring or advertising with us!

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ATS

MAY 14, 2024

Share Minimizing unplanned downtime should be a priority in every manufacturing plant. How to reduce machine downtime Machine downtime data only becomes useful when put to work in downtime reduction efforts. Impact of downtime in manufacturing Planned downtime consumes production capacity and should be minimized as much as possible.

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The Automation Blog

APRIL 16, 2023

If you would, please contact me at: [link] Until next time, Peace Shawn M Tierney Technology Enthusiast & Content Creator Have a question? Sponsor and Advertise: Get your product or service in front of our 75K followers while also supporting independent automation journalism by sponsoring or advertising with us!

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Marshall Wolf Automation

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

The manufacturer was talking to Tim Springer in our technical support about how he can regulate the internal temperature of the product while it’s in process of dehydrating the food. The customer had contacted us with an emergency, their smoke machine line was down and they needed a temperature controller.

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Modern Machine Shop

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

Starrett Company opened its doors to students and the community for Manufacturing Day at Starrett Corporate Headquarters in Athol, Massachusetts. Manufacturing Day activities nationwide were sponsored by the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM). Special demonstrations were given on CAM and part manufacturing.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

MARCH 11, 2024

Streamlining, data access, cost control and other business management benefits for manufacturers. Manufacturing is all about balance. Too many manufacturers are still using older software systems to manage their staff, workflow, and inventory. The result?

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The Automation Blog

MARCH 22, 2023

Today my guests are Amy Tylutki and Nick Skope of Electro-Matic, and Eric Kaczor of Siemens, and they bring us up to speed on this year's Manufacturing In America show in Detroit on April 12th & 13th (I'll be there too!) Learn more in our Media Guide here , or contact us using this form. (8

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The Automation Blog

MARCH 22, 2023

Today my guests are Amy Tylutki and Nick Scopes of Electro-Matic, and Eric Kaczor of Siemens, and they bring us up to speed on this year's Manufacturing In America show in Detroit on April 12th & 13th (I'll be there too!) Learn more in our Media Guide here , or contact us using this form. (1

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ATS

MAY 14, 2024

Share Uptime is a key performance indicator in manufacturing. Uptime is sometimes confused with availability, which can reduce visibility into manufacturing effectiveness. This blog was written to help manufacturers identify opportunities to improve machinery uptime. Contact us for more information.

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Fastener News Desk

OCTOBER 11, 2023

The Mexico production center will complement world-class fastener manufacturing facilities in Wood Dale, IL, and Droitwich Spa in the United Kingdom and continue the company’s near-shoring efforts to minimize supply chain risk.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

The Australian manufacturing industry is alive and well, according to Industry Capability Network (ICN) National Office Chief Executive Officer, Warren Jansen. Recent times, particular in the aftermath of the global COVID-19 pandemic, have shown us the importance of strong sovereign manufacturing capability,” he said.

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Automation Mag

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Join us on September 20 at 1 p.m. At The Future of Automation: 2023 Technology Forum, editorially selected thought leaders and industry-leading manufacturers will share the different automation options available to manufacturers for a strong and secure future. ET for our 2023 Future of Automation virtual event! REGISTER TODAY!

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ATS

MARCH 20, 2024

The only way to succeed is to keep looking for ways to do things better, which is what fuels the drive for optimization of manufacturing processes. Optimizing a manufacturing process is like fine-tuning a race car. This blog dives into the subject of manufacturing optimization. What is process optimization?

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Additive Manufacturing

NOVEMBER 20, 2022

With this new funding, AMFG will continue to help companies scale their additive manufacturing processes, further solidifying AMFG’s position at the forefront of the autonomous manufacturing revolution. In particular, 3D printing technologies are rapidly permeating the manufacturing scene. These include expanding into the U.S

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ATS

APRIL 30, 2024

Building the case for manufacturing innovation Persuading decision-makers to implement new technology begins with understanding the problem and formulating a solution. Partner with experts Innovating in manufacturing has many challenges. Contact us to learn more. Next Post What is Digital Maintenance?

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CMTC Manufacturing Tech

MARCH 20, 2024

Small and medium-sized manufacturers with successful supply chains rely heavily on robust production planning. Optimizing the production plan, which takes into account the manufacturing process from raw materials to finished goods, can enhance a company’s operational efficiency, cost savings, and customer satisfaction.

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Fastener News Desk

MAY 3, 2023

Heroes of American Manufacturing NEWARK, N.J. , May 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — ZAGO Manufacturing Co., “We are honored to be recognized by NIST MEP as an example of American manufacturing at its best , ” Harvey Rottenstrich, Co-founder, President & Lead Engineer, ZAGO. . ZAGO Manufacturing Co.

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ATS

MARCH 26, 2024

Share Pharmaceutical manufacturing operations are challenging environments for asset maintenance. IoT in pharmaceutical manufacturing supports predictive maintenance strategies that lower costs while raising OEE. is an enabler of customized manufacturing. Referencing the Industry 4.0 Industry 4.0

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ATS

APRIL 5, 2024

In other cases, manufacturers retrofit machines with IoT devices. The importance of machine data in manufacturing Manufacturing machine data gives visibility into what’s happening in the factory and can provide insights into equipment operation and performance.

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ATS

MARCH 5, 2024

In OEE quality performance is expressed in time whereas the FPY calculation uses number of units, but given a fixed part production rate, these two are interchangeable. First pass yield example Working through the formula with numbers from a hypothetical manufacturing process will illustrate how it should be used.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

JANUARY 17, 2024

In another stellar year for Victorian farmers and food manufacturers , the state achieved an increase of 7 per cent in export value, taking the total to a record $19.6 Victoria’s network of 23 international Trade and Investment Offices and trade mission program help local exporters gain access and contacts in key markets.

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HGR Inc.

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Green manufacturing is an important topic at the forefront of industrial manufacturing. As companies look toward greening their manufacturing processes , here are three trends you can look for in the industry. . Using Renewable Energy . The post Green Trends in Industrial Manufacturing appeared first on HGR Inc.

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Robotics Business Review

JANUARY 12, 2024

The challenge of contact-based charging Indoor charging environments often use metal contacts on a dock to charge the robot, but that’s problematic in rugged environments where things are less predictable. Dust or mud can dirty the contact and reduce the current or stop it flowing altogether. “Even with 3 cm [1.1

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Fastener News Desk

MAY 19, 2023

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 05/02/23 Decades of experience command ACME into the next level of lean manufacturing Denver, CO: ACME Manufacturing announces that John Barrett will lead the company as President and Chief Operating Officer effective on June 1 st , 2023. John brings 28 years of experience in manufacturing to ACME.

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SMMT

JUNE 16, 2023

Taking place in partnership with and supported by the UK government, the trip is part of a broader mission to boost trade and accelerate investment into the UK automotive sector, while also creating new international business opportunities, particularly with firms in the US. To book your place, contact the team at smmtsummit@smmt.co.uk.

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Robotics Business Review

MAY 10, 2024

We are seeking sessions from speakers in each of the following tracks: Enabling Technologies: from motion control to vision and AI, learn about advances in enabling technologies and how to use them in your robot. For questions regarding conference programming, contact Steve Crowe at scrowe[AT]wtwhmedia.com.

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Modern Machine Shop

JULY 20, 2023

The central, major theme in additive manufacturing (AM) is its ongoing advance into production. If that’s you, please join us. And further, when you register for Formnext Forum , consider joining us at the “All Access” level. Many manufacturers are seeing the value of AM as a bridge. ” 2.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

AUGUST 10, 2022

Researchers at CSIRO’s National Vaccine and Therapeutics Lab will turn vaccine and drug candidates into products that can be manufactured in large quantities for clinical trials. We created the pilot facility in anticipation of disease ‘X’ – an expected but unknown disease that might impact us. The CSIRO has opened a new $23.1

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i4.0 today

MAY 19, 2023

The first ever recipients of the Made Smarter Awards, celebrating excellence in manufacturing, have been revealed. The scheme has been launched to mark the fourth anniversary of the pioneering Made Smarter adoption programme, a government-funded and industry-led initiative helping SME manufacturers digitalise, decarbonise and drive growth.

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ATS

JULY 7, 2023

Share As industrial automation has advanced and expanded, the promise of true “lights-out” manufacturing has been one of the most consistent objectives that manufacturers cite in the benefits of this technology. These requirements draw from a range of automation technology, Industry 4.0

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Canadian Manufacturing

JUNE 22, 2023

With the design phase now complete, the Company is now manufacturing a silicon carbide (SiC) power module prototype optimized for Hillcrest’s proprietary Zero Voltage Switching (ZVS) technology. Manufacturing is taking place at the facilities of the Company’s strategic partner, Systematec GmbH, in Germany.

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Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

APRIL 29, 2024

Revolutionizing Contact Centers with Disruptive Workforce Optimization Technologies The growing complexity of voice calls in contact centers highlights the need for “super agents” who receive ongoing training. Is your organization equipped to capitalize on emerging growth opportunities in the contact centers ecosystem?

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MEM

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

With over eighty years of history, Barton Cold-Form is a stalwart of the UK fastening industry and one of Europe’s leading manufacturers of bespoke critical fastenings and special cold forging. Now an Optimas Company, Barton supplies over 25 million fasteners a month to manufacturers and tier 1 suppliers in 21 countries.

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ATS

JANUARY 24, 2024

Sometimes called “inferential” or “virtual” sensors, soft sensors are rapidly becoming a key component of the digital transformation underway in manufacturing. Their uses include improved process control, detection of sensor problems, and operation of digital twins. This might only take place after manufacturing a lot of product.

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ATS

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Share Most manufacturing processes are extremely complex, and there are many ways in which things can go wrong. Manufacturers use it proactively to avoid unplanned machine downtime, maintain consistent levels of quality and prevent accidents. FMEA is a methodology for determining the likelihood and impact of a particular event.

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i4.0 today

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Resistor manufacturer Cressall Resistors has recently received a Cyber Essentials certification — a government-backed scheme developed by the National Cyber Security Centre and delivered by IASME Governance. The post Resistor Manufacturer Gets Cyber Essentials Certified appeared first on i4.0 Today Magazine.

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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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