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- When developing assembly systems for a host of customers who are all building the same product in wildly varying shapes and sizes, it can be tricky to find a solution that meets every requirement. And it can be tempting to give up in the face of seemingly insurmountable hurdles. But, writes Yanesh Naidoo , if you really listen to the customer problem, you can look beyond the risk and difficulties, and rise to meet the manufacturing opportunity that lies within.
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- In pursuit of cost reduction and short-term profit, many manufacturing and technology companies make a critical misstep: they outsource the very functions that underpin their core value proposition.
- For the past century or so, modern manufacturing has been guided largely by Lean and Six Sigma principles. But is that all about to change with the rise of the digital factory?
- The arrival of Industry 4.0 has allowed organisations to collect – and analyse – more data than ever before. However, many people fail to understand the mindset shift required and how to start using data to make the best decisions for their organisation.
- Cobots, or collaborative robots, are a type of industrial robot designed to work in close proximity to humans in a shared workspace. But while cobots are designed to work with you, they don’t always work for you – and their effective use will depend entirely on the production environment concerned. In this article, we’ll first unpack their history and purpose, consider the pros and then dive into the cons for various use cases.
- Today, the automated guided vehicle, or AGV, is a common sight in warehouses and factories worldwide. It’s both a practical and flexible transport solution for applications from logistics to manufacturing. In this article, we take a closer look at the specific use case of AGVs in a production environment.
- As the global shift towards electric vehicle (EV) production accelerates, vehicle manufacturers are navigating the complexities of this emerging industry. Meanwhile, governments are responding by introducing regulations to ensure safety and quality in EV assembly.
