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How Ignition Fits Within the Purdue Model

Gary Mintchell

However, the Purdue Model (and ISA95) certainly do describe different types of functions of a manufacturing enterprise. Inductive Automation recently published an article explaining how its Ignition platform fits within the Purdue model. Its an interesting read. Certainly there remain levels of applicability within the model.

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Mars Wodonga set to be first manufacturer to hit renewable energy milestone

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: malp/stock.adobe.com Mars Incorporated has announced that its Wodonga pet food manufacturing facility, will become the first large-scale steam-based manufacturing site in Australia to deploy a 100% renewable energy solution. This solution will be for both electricity and process steam, within the next two years.

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The state of Australia’s defence manufacturing

Manufacturer's Monthly

A snapshot of global defence manufacturing Current data illustrates the dominance of U.S. Although the United States dominates global arms manufacturing, Australian company, Austal Limited, has made it into the top 100, ranking 91st in terms of revenue among all arms manufacturers globally. What does Australia manufacture?

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Using Fishbone Diagrams in Manufacturing

ATS

This blog provides a guide to using the fishbone diagram in manufacturing. It explores how to create a fishbone diagram and how the fishbone fits within Lean manufacturing. Introduction to fishbone diagrams in manufacturing The fishbone diagram is so-called because it looks like the skeleton of a fish.

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Tooling Catalog Includes Latest Shrink Fit Accessories for Moldmakers

Mold Making Technology

Source | Platinum Tooling Platinum Tooling has released its latest catalog which features a variety of manufacturing tools, including shrink fit accessories, live tools, angle heads, Swiss machine products, and knurling and marking tools manufactured by various international suppliers.

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Receptacles now fitted with beryllium copper contact clip

Design World

Mill-Max Manufacturing Corp., The receptacles being introduced here are fitted with a new, beryllium copper contact clip which is characterized by an early engagement contact point, dual entry capability, low contact resistance, […] The post Receptacles now fitted with beryllium copper contact clip appeared first on Design World.

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How 3D Printing Fits into Manufacturing, For Real

Industry Week

It’s time to stop talking about what additive manufacturing *could* do for large manufacturers and focus on successful production deployments.