Filling the Manufacturing Talent Gap February 2, 2024 The fierce competition for skilled workers is spurring a host of new and creative initiatives.
The Bottom Line on Sustainability January 9, 2024 Recycling increases efficiency, enhances brand image and saves money.
A New Approach for Complex Configurable Products January 11, 2024 Two main approaches exist with respect to product configuration: sales/marketing and engineering-focused strategies. The former has advantages, but could lead to gaps in what a customer is promised to what can be delivered.
How Anonymous Feedback Impacts Employee Retention January 8, 2024 Keep good employees by listening to, and acting on, their concerns
A More Affordable, Less Complex MES March 18, 2024 A manufacturing execution system is often the first step for Industry 4.0 implementation, but most are optimized to serve OEMs. Pico MES Inc. is looking out for the little guy.
Safety Remains Key to Manufacturing’s Recruitment and Retention Efforts February 19, 2024 Creating a culture of safety can boost your success in 2024.
KUKA Launches Augmented Reality Software February 12, 2024 Augmented reality makes new robot startups easier and faster, the company says.
Get Robot-Ready: 5 Steps to Prepare for a New Robot A vast majority of manufacturers agree that robotic automation is the best solution to reduce costs, increase productivity, address labor shortages, and aid in recruitment and retention.
Data is the Golden Ticket for Chocolate Production January 2, 2024 Connected industrial ecosystems are helping chocolate manufacturers push the boundaries of what is possible. Rob McGreevy of Aveva Group Ltd. explains how data-led digital technologies are supporting the growth of more resilient, competitive and demand-driven businesses.
Daikin Kashima Awarded Plant of the Year 2023 December 14, 2023 The international refrigerant manufacturer is using HART-enabled instrument technologies and tools, combined with AI, to optimize maintenance and equipment management.