AI Speeds Manufacturing Supply Chains February 9, 2023 To win the supply chain battle, manufacturers need accurate insights into inventory and operational processes
Large-Scale Scanning and Automation Primed for eVTOL Development December 5, 2022 The design and production of electric vertical-take-off-and-landing (eVTOL) aircraft may be aided by advancements in technology.
Calculating Carbon Footprints—Made Easy January 9, 2024 How manufacturing engineers can use ERP systems to track and report their carbon footprints.
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.
Certifiable Resource Planning December 29, 2023 It was a dream that started in 2014, when David Pannell and his father bought out the latter’s partner to obtain Faircloth Machine Shop Inc., but he quickly realized there was a pressing need to update the company’s outdated organizational system.
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.
Flexibility, Programming Drive CAD/CAM Innovation December 20, 2023 CAD/CAM software users are looking for a wide variety of functions from which to choose and customize based on their application.
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.
A Bird in the Hand January 29, 2024 CMMs are invaluable. Vision systems, portable measuring arms and laser scanners come in a close second. But in the rush to get parts out the door, don’t forget the basics.