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Common misperceptions about lean manufacturing and automation systems lead many manufacturing managers to dismiss the use of automation in a lean setting.

To remain competitive in the fiercely contested North American automotive industry, the New United Motor Manufacturing Inc. (NUMMI, Fremont, CA) assembly plant, a joint venture between Toyota Motor Corp. (Aichi Prefecture, Japan) and General Motors Corp. (Detroit), has rededicated its efforts in lean manufacturing during the past few years by applying key tenets of the Toyota Production System (TPS). 

Turning to software over paper reports does more than just save trees. Chris Mahar, Associate Editor of Manufacturing Engineering, talks with David McPhail, President and CEO of Memex Inc., about how manufacturers can utilize technology to improve efficiency, reduce downtime and boost productivity and profits across their business.

Warehouses must take a proactive, strategic approach to create a safe working environment.

The long-time Mazak distributor will supply manufacturing equipment as TSM Group

After supply chain shortages, executives point to public health crises and cyberattacks among leading concerns.

Women in Manufacturing (WiM) is adding 20 members to its board while WiM Education Foundation adds 21.

A site has yet to be chosen for Addionics’ first plant, which is expected to begin production in 2027.

The company estimates more than 600 jobs to be created at its Georgia plant.

The memo of understanding comes after years of collaboration between the companies.