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The Future of Reshoring: Building a Stronger & More Resilient Manufacturing Base

CMTC Manufacturing Tech

Domestic Infrastructure: The Backbone of Reshoring A critical factor in reshoring success lies in domestic infrastructure, particularly in three key areas: transportation, warehousing , and logistics. Developing Logistical Expertise A well-trained workforce is key to supporting reshored supply chains.

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Comau debuts SmartReach, TPX Robot Teach Pendant, and in.Grid

Robotics Business Review

Source: Comau Comau last week announced the worldwide launch of SmartReach Comau, its new TPX Robot Teach Pendant, and its new in.Grid digital platform, all for ease of use. Comau said its strategy extends to dedicated expertise in retooling and repurposing existing lines and equipment to increase manufacturing efficiency and flexibility.

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10 Areas Manufacturers Might See an Impact from AI

Fabricating & Metal Work

AI’s ability to learn from data in the ERP system and outside sources enables decision-makers to formulate deeper and more accurate predictions regarding customers, buying habits, inventory levels, markets, material purchasing and more. Supply Chain Management Supply chain disruptions can cause serious problems.

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Made in the USA - Season 2 Episode 1: A Return From China

Modern Machine Shop

After graduating, Scott worked for a couple of large companies and eventually landed at a foreign-owned manufacturer of vacuums and power tools that sourced many of its parts from China. When companies have moved to China or even source products in China, maybe just parts or they're bringing back kits or oher products to the US.

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Made in the USA - Season 2 Episode 6: Why, and How, Hardinge is Reshoring Machine Tool Production

Modern Machine Shop

Once they understood how to do that stuff, then we start sourcing locally. So really taking that technology and that competency for building assembly lines, leading them out optimizing production and assembly, and then working on supply chain and quality. Jones and Shipman at the time, Hardinge UK at the time.

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Ignite Your Industry Impact: IFE 2023 Unleashes A New Era of Fastener Excellence

Fastener News Desk

2:00PM – 2:30PM Embracing Rivet Nut Technologies Adam Pratt, President, Sherex Fastening Solutions An automotive tier in Michigan installing aluminum frames for a large electric vehicle truck manufacturer was facing problems on the assembly line with round body rivet nuts spinning out in its frames. and 54% in China plan to do so.

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Welding, Welding Automation, Robotics & Industrial Automation, Tube & Pipe

Fabricating & Metal Work

High-Vacuum Source Capture Systems are one solution to combat the welder shortage. This system includes extraction of welding fumes using source capture ErgoMax MIG guns. Hobart® filler metals will be paired with Miller® power sources and Bernard® guns for the live welding demonstrations. Hastings Air Energy Control, Inc.