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Tales from manufacturers who’ve implemented automation: Why they did it, what the results were—and advice to others considering a new droid.

The advantages promised by Industry 4.0 are being realized at Ingersoll Machine Tools in Rockford, Ill.

A member of SME describes how to get started on the automation journey.

Nikel Precision Group also implemented solutions that optimize tool performance to improve quality, as well as production intelligence that provides real-time insights into factory performance.

XR technologies, comprising virtual reality, augmented reality and mixed reality processes and equipment, are making fundamental shifts in manufacturing.

NASA landed another rover on Mars in February, thanks in part to the work and leadership of Adam Steltzner. SME’s Smart Manufacturing interviewed him shortly thereafter.

Digitization in manufacturing has focused on making simpler, more transparent processes that help shops boost machine availability and utilization, with the ultimate goal of increased productivity. However, it plays another, equally important role: catering to a future generation of “digital-native” decision makers.

Embracing the digital transformation is key to growing out of volatility during this recovery period—and the defense industry’s success with Quality 4.0 tech proves how they support resilience in the face of uncertainty.

The latest data collection systems are designed to dependably and accurately acquire precision measurement data in an extensive range of applications and distances.

Lights-out metrology for inspection is a natural entry point into automation as it is less disruptive to implement than other manufacturing operations.