The following will take a step back from IoT and machine data to see how engineering practices such as material selection and CAD can do more with less. IoT, connected devices, and other technologies are driving digital manufacturing. However, accelerating design cycles and shorter product life cycles can create stress on production lines. Starting a … Read more
What is the future of manufacturing dependent on? Who plays a role in seeing where/how manufacturing will grow? Tracking raw materials is generally location-based, but the costs can change as environmental and political actions affect supply chains and pricing more and more. Tracking costs and the ability to get materials from point A to B … Read more
There are a lot of companies considering in-house automation or consulting with integrators for automated systems. But where do you start, and how do you even pick a project for automation? One of the most impressive things in the manufacturing world is when products are being made with little or no intervention, giving operators more … Read more
Automation is constantly evolving. How is it affecting the automotive space? Automation is a booming industry in today’s climate. Virtual assistants are a staple in the average home. They turn off our connected lights, adjust the temperature on our smart thermostats, and recognize when we’ve arrived home. Human beings love efficiency, and this desire for … Read more