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.
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.
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.
As labor shortages loom, AGVs, AMRs and lifts provide muscle on the shop floor.
There are two ways to tackle the skilled labor shortage: automate wherever possible or encourage a new generation to consider the manufacturing industry. Bowden Manufacturing of Ohio does both, with the help of industry partners such as Absolute Machine Tools.
A few not-so-tall tales of how machine shops gain a competitive edge through automation
Warehouses must take a proactive, strategic approach to create a safe working environment.
The memo of understanding comes after years of collaboration between the companies.
The new brand identity unites the company’s scope of capabilities under one purpose, the company says.
A smart manufacturing philosophy that emphasizes value and minimizes waste