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.
How Anonymous Feedback Impacts Employee Retention January 8, 2024 Keep good employees by listening to, and acting on, their concerns
Celebrate, Recharge and Energize for 2024! December 14, 2023 Happy holidays! It’s time to rest and recharge your batteries while Editor-in-Chief Steve Plumb introduces the December/January issue of Manufacturing Engineering.
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.
Filling the Manufacturing Talent Gap February 2, 2024 The fierce competition for skilled workers is spurring a host of new and creative initiatives.
AE Industrial Partners Affiliate Acquires 2 Million Sq.-Ft. Industrial Facility in Northwest Alabama February 1, 2024 AEI hopes the manufacturing plant will serve as an aerospace center of excellence and anchor for industry innovation.
Schott Expands Lumus Partnership, Adds Production Facility to Malaysia Plant January 30, 2024 Schott will add a production facility to its plant in Malaysia as it expands its partnership with Lumus.
Angeles Equity Partners Acquires Acieta from Mitsui January 25, 2024 Acieta LLC is the fourth acquisition by Angeles in the robotics integration sector.
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.