‘At the cusp of something awesome’ January 19, 2021 Sudhi Bangalore, chief technology officer for global operations at the tool giant Stanley Black & Decker, champions the global movement toward smart manufacturing.
25 leaders transforming manufacturing April 5, 2021 The need for leadership in smart manufacturing cannot be overstated: Making revolutionary changes can be arduous.
Braskem’s use of digital twin exemplifies Society 5.0 April 2, 2021 To achieve a better world, we have chosen Society 5.0 as our key driver. The evolution of automation technologies in the context of Industry 4.0 and Industry 5.0 is fantastic, but the focus should be to benefit society, humankind and the earth.
The Pros and Cons of Digital Machining April 22, 2021 While precision, part programs and productivity have improved markedly, the basic process is still the same.
RAD Torque Releases B-RAD BL S Torque Wrench April 13, 2021 RAD Torque Systems has launched what it calls its most advanced battery tool, the B-RAD BL S. The new torque wrench is an addition to the battery-operated series known as the B-RAD.
Smart manufacturing takeaways from NASA’s latest trip to Mars March 31, 2021 NASA landed another rover on Mars in February, thanks in part to the work and leadership of Adam Steltzner. Smart Manufacturing interviewed him shortly thereafter—just as he got off the phone with U.S. President Joe Biden.
SME’s new CEO won’t let up on continuous improvement April 1, 2021 The adoption of smart manufacturing processes reminds Bob Willig of his “lean manufacturing journey, years ago,” he said.
MxD Secures $8.5 Million in 2021 Defense Appropriations Legislation March 1, 2021 With the passage of the fiscal year 2021 Consolidated Appropriations Act at the end of 2020, MxD, the national digital manufacturing institute, secured $8.5 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Defense for 5G for manufacturing and cybersecurity for arsenal supply chains.
Turning Inserts Face New Challenges December 21, 2020 Originally marketed for their proficiency in heavy metal removal applications while delivering longer tool life and multi-point efficiency, turning inserts have grown more sophisticated in response to advances in materials, machines, methods, and even social factors.
Carbon Fiber Recycling Developing as an Industry December 14, 2020 Anyone who’s worked with wind turbine blades or just seen one up close can attest to the massive size of these clean-energy workhorses. Ever thought about what happens to that costly, high-tech material once the blade reaches the end of its lifespan in 20 years or so?
