Manufacturer's Monthly

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

BDO has witnessed a strong growth trajectory in Australian manufacturing under its ongoing sponsorship at the Endeavour Awards and continues to support manufacturers as they innovate during a challenging period. Innovation is a key part of a manufacturers’ lifespan; and when delivered on, growth usually follows.

Supply Chain 93

Supply Chain Industry 4.0 Industry 4.0 Freight 93

ATS

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Inventory management MRO inventory is more diverse and complex than that used for manufacturing. It can spot consumption trends and patterns (seasonality, for example), reduce obsolescence by improving linkages between machinery and spare parts , and address supply chain challenges like extended lead times.

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Robotics Robotics Artificial Intelligence 52

Fastener News Desk

NOVEMBER 19, 2023

This has taken the form of long lead times, as well as stalling of production when parts needed for manufacturing fail. There is a potential solution, however: additive manufacturing. The nature of AM can shorten lead times, too. Industry 4.0 Inventory optimization is another benefit of AM.

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Additive manufacturing 3D printing Manufacturing 52

AU Manufacturing

MARCH 27, 2023

Western Australia-based company SQP Engineering has joined various industrial companies that turned to Markforged’s FX20 3D printer to produce specialised parts that would otherwise be too expensive or outright impossible to machine. The FX20 was a no-brainer for me.

Industry 4.0 76

Industry 4.0 Industry 4.0 Supply Chain Composites 76

Manufacturer's Monthly

JULY 11, 2023

Manufacturers’ Monthly explores how SQP Engineering has progressed from a sub-contract machine shop to a manufacturing solutions hub with the help of Markforged 3D printing systems. As an early adopter of Industry 4.0 A specific challenge kickstarted SQP’s additive manufacturing journey.

3D printing 98

3D printing Composites Additive manufacturing Industry 4.0 98

ATS

JUNE 18, 2019

Share Innovation is essential for sustained success in manufacturing. This blog looks at the potential impact of quantum computing in manufacturing, addressing applications, challenges and its relationship to artificial intelligence (AI). Until recently, the problem was lack of data, but going forward, the Industry 4.0

Manufacturing 52

Manufacturing Supply Chain Industry 4.0 Industry 4.0 52

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APRIL 9, 2024

AMS wanted to provide site managers with an objective view of production visibility during lights-out manufacturing and improve its ability to deliver products to customers within short lead times, without routinely requiring overtime. The insights gained and improvements made by the team in the first three months are excellent.

Manufacturing 64

Manufacturing Lead Time Industry 4.0 Industry 4.0 64

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JUNE 19, 2023

3D Systems (NYSE:DDD) today announced that its polymer pellet-extrusion additive manufacturing (AM) system is being used by Duo Form, a leader in thermoforming for wide-ranging industries, to advance its production processes. The turnaround time for parts, molds, and formed parts has put us leaps and bounds above our competition.”

Additive manufacturing 52

Additive manufacturing Form 3D printing Lead Time 52

Control Engineering

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

CSIA and CESMII help system integrators with Smart Manufacturing. Integrating automation and control devices and systems improves Smart Manufacturing and can improve connections with higher-level systems helping supply chain integration. System integration, smart manufacturing competitive insights. Learning Objectives.

Smart manufacturing 52

Smart manufacturing Manufacturing Supply Chain Automation 52

Control Engineering

JANUARY 11, 2023

While it may be too early to say we are living in a true “post-pandemic world,” most manufacturers have turned an important corner. What does that mean for the motion control industry and where do we go from here? Andy Sklierenko, vice president of stepper motor manufacturer Moons’ Industries , sounded a similar note.

Supply Chain 96

Supply Chain Automation Industry 4.0 Industry 4.0 96

i4.0 today

AUGUST 18, 2023

In today’s globalised and rapidly evolving business landscape, disruptions to manufacturing are inevitable. Here, Jerry Sanham, Business Development Director at Filtronic, a designer and manufacturer of RF-to-mmWave components and subsystems , explores how dual sourcing your hybrid manufacturing requirements can help.

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Manufacturing Electronics Sourcing 52

Manufacturer's Monthly

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Townsville manufacturer NEM Equipment Hire has been awarded a grant through the Made in Queensland program and will purchase equipment that to drive industry growth and jobs. Minister for manufacturing, Glenn Butcher said, “NEM is adding industry 4.0

Industry 4.0 52

Industry 4.0 Industry 4.0 Logistics Lead Time 52

Additive Manufacturing

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Comprised of the key software players in the additive manufacturing market, it enables to complement its innovative in-house software portfolio to deliver the most comprehensive End-to-End additive manufacturing software solution set in the market. One of the supreme disciplines on the road to Industry 4.0

Manufacturing Execution System (MES) 52

Manufacturing Execution System (MES) Industry 4.0 Industry 4.0 Additive manufacturing 52

ATS

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Share With the rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI), the future of inventory management in manufacturing facilities is here. AI is proving to be a significant change for industries around the globe, and manufacturing is no exception. As for maintenance in manufacturing facilities? Using Industry 4.0

Artificial Intelligence 59

Artificial Intelligence Lead Time Industry 4.0 Industry 4.0 59

Dinesh Mishra

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

Shifts in demand from emerging markets, geopolitical factors, and technological advancements in different regions all play a significant role in shaping the industry’s landscape. Customization and Flexibility: Customers increasingly seek customized solutions and flexible manufacturing capabilities.

Industry 4.0 52

Industry 4.0 Industry 4.0 Additive manufacturing 3D printing 52

Dinesh Mishra

OCTOBER 11, 2024

One of the primary trends is the increase in domestic manufacturing capacity, the narrowing technology gap and a wider range of products. Technological advancements are driving a shift towards Industry 4.0, with a focus on digitization and smart manufacturing.

Industry 4.0 52

Industry 4.0 Industry 4.0 Supply Chain Smart manufacturing 52

Mold Making Technology

MARCH 29, 2023

The problem is that the OEM or owners of molds that place the tooling in third-party manufacturers, often do not have access to the data associated with mold condition or performance, requiring them to collect information by word of mouth or physical assessment. IIoT Technology and Tooling Digitization The answer was adopting Industry 4.0

Cycle time 52

Cycle time Industry 4.0 Industry 4.0 Supply Chain 52

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NOVEMBER 15, 2022

For food production, as well as semiconductor manufacturing, medical, and pharmaceutical applications Yamaha also has a selection of clean robots including YK-XGC/XC SCARA, FLIP-XC single-axis, and XY-XC cartesian types. The post Food Manufacturers Boost Production with Yamaha Robots appeared first on i4.0 www.yamaha-motor-robotics.eu.

Robotics 52

Robotics Robotics Manufacturing Food Production 52

Dinesh Mishra

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023

Partner Delight The company’s mission is to be a partner of choice for its customers, Original Equipment Manufacturers, Channel Partners and Suppliers through sustained Superior performance. This included print advertising in magazines related to metal-working manufacturing sector, and annual publications by related Industry associations.

Manufacturing 98

Manufacturing Industry 4.0 Industry 4.0 Cycle time 98

Fabricating & Metal Work

JUNE 15, 2023

SAFETY & MAINTENANCE In the modern shop, machine uptime is critical to meet the ever-increasing demands on the metalworking industry. Shorter lead times, tighter tolerances and rising costs of production all contribute to a more competitive environment, where efficient, uninterrupted productivity is essential to success.

Industry 4.0 52

Industry 4.0 Industry 4.0 Function Lead Time 52

Fastener News Desk

MAY 11, 2023

A supply chain includes all the raw materials and parts that are made into a product and distributed up the chain for manufacture and sale. McKinsey has classified supply chain shocks into four different types , based on their impact, lead time, and frequency of occurrence: Unanticipated catastrophes.

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Value chain Industry 4.0 Industry 4.0 52

Fabricating & Metal Work

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

The advantages promised by Industry 4.0 Those tools are making large-scale mold production, part machining, and process automation accessible to the broader aerospace, marine, and other industry sectors. The disruption promised by Industry 4.0 are being realized at Ingersoll Machine Tools in Rockford, Ill.

3D printing 59

3D printing Aerospace Robotics Robotics 59

i4.0 today

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

NASDAQ: XMTR), the global AI-powered marketplace connecting enterprise buyers with suppliers of manufacturing services, today unveiled a suite of new tools that make it even easier for enterprise customers to order parts for their high-volume manufacturing projects. Xometry, Inc., The tools – available to customers in Europe , the U.K.

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Prototype  Lead Time Manufacturing 52

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MAY 7, 2024

New Yorker Electronics, global distributor of electronic components, recently announced a new franchised distribution agreement with Major League Electronics, renowned manufacturer of interconnect products. They also custom design connectors that can be entirely design specific, and turn them around in a very short lead time.

Electronics 52

Electronics Supply Chain Lead Time Automation 52

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APRIL 18, 2024

Productive Machines’ pioneering SenseNC Finesse software is the world’s first to provide automated optimisation of all milling operations, enabling manufacturers to set up each machine tool and run the production preventing chatter vibrations at every cutter location across the toolpath.

Artificial Intelligence 52

Artificial Intelligence Lead Time Automation Manufacturing 52

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DECEMBER 9, 2022

To help Irish manufacturers benefit from faster scanning times when using coordinate measuring machines (CMM), industrial metrology supplier The Sempre Group recently became an approved supplier for LK Metrology and Renishaw in Ireland. The probe offers flexibility, allowing operators to integrate and change a stylus with ease.

Aerospace 52

Aerospace Lead Time Manufacturing Industry 4.0 52

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APRIL 2, 2025

Like all Apex gearboxes, the XLD range boasts an industry-leading five-year warranty. Designed for durability, reliability, and performance, Apex Dynamics gearboxes are expertly precision engineered and manufactured at the companys advanced in-house production facilities from high-grade alloy steel.

Lead Time 52

Lead Time Manufacturing Industry 4.0 Industry 4.0 52

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JANUARY 15, 2025

Having just committed to invest in the companys first fully automated, energy efficient mass production injection moulding cell, Broanmain Plastics explores the various externalities (positive and negative) that arise when manufacturing components of any size, on any scale. You could put in four pairs of socks or run a full cycle.

3D printing 52

3D printing Form Prototype  Manufacturing 52

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NOVEMBER 7, 2024

The company is run by father and son team André and Andrew Becker and supplies a wide range of industry sectors, from aerospace and automotive to food & beverage, technology and general manufacturing businesses. About Cambridge Dynamics Cambridge Dynamics specialises in the design and manufacture of custom automation equipment.

Made-to-spec 52

Made-to-spec Beverage Fit Cycle time 52

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FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Now, a universal drive towards real time manufacturing is resulting in UK manufacturers re-evaluating their offshoring business case in an effort to re-balance the geographical, cultural and linguistic flaws in their supply chain. Giving the astute lighting control firm a more balanced and economic risk structure.

Sourcing 52

Sourcing Supply Chain Logistics Lean manufacturing 52

i4.0 today

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Photonic Integrated Circuits (PICs) are tiny optical systems manufactured with technology used in the electronic integrated circuit industry. Large demand volumes are required to offset the initial cost of designing and manufacturing PICs, and production lead times can take months.

Sourcing 52

Sourcing Artificial Intelligence Electronics Benchmarking 52

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FEBRUARY 1, 2024

“In the fast-evolving EV industry, speed to market is an important lever to succeed. The stack-up analysis enables us to get the design right the first time and avoids engineering changes. We are looking at expanding the Siemens tools into controlling the manufacturing processes by introducing the management of ‘Bill of Processes’.”

Cycle time 52

Cycle time Lead Time Manufacturing Industry 4.0 52

Fabricating & Metal Work

AUGUST 1, 2024

Five-axis CMMS, new Flexible Gauging System and Versatile Scanning Option Automation, advanced data analytics, growing demand for in-process measuring and increasing focus on precision manufacturing are reshaping metrology’s role in manufacturing. Supporting Industry 4.0, W4900 Wireless Digital Indicator. Starrett Co.

Automation 52

Automation Process control Industry 4.0 Industry 4.0 52

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APRIL 12, 2023

Benefits of the portfolio include instant volume-based pricing, 24-hour sample turnaround, a dedicated application support call line and email address, one-roll MOQ, four-day lead time, two-year warranty and no-charge slitting for rolls 4” and above.

Automotive 52

Automotive Lead Time Electronics Industry 4.0 52

Manufacturer's Monthly

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Monitum’s continued innovation is shaking up the real-time structural and geotechnical monitoring space. Manufacturers’ Monthly speaks with the company’s managing director about the journey of its automated monitoring service – Kurloo Technology. Dr Charles Wang (L) and Lee Hellen (R) Co Founders.

Automation 98

Automation Supply Chain Industry 4.0 Industry 4.0 98

Mold Making Technology

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

The MMT team was on-site at IMTS to uncover what’s new and what works when it comes to metal-cutting technology for mold manufacturing. Automation and Smart Manufacturing Automation was a central theme, with exhibitors like System 3R , Hurco and Hermle showcasing solutions that enable unattended operations and easy scalability.

3D printing 52

3D printing Industry 4.0 Industry 4.0 Manufacturing Execution System (MES) 52

i4.0 today

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Robust and equipped for the future Complete with mechanical process connections and communications capabilities, the compact 80 GHz LXRC and LXRH free space radar level sensors with IO-Link come with standard analogue and digital outputs and are Industry 4.0 compatible.

Pharmaceutical 52

Pharmaceutical Industry 4.0 Industry 4.0 Beverage 52