May 2023 Issue
Embrace Disruption: The Supply Chain. Being able to respond to customers' needs in a timely manner is essential — and the ability to respond logistically continues to be challenged. Enhanced supply chain management practices enable your shop to meet a variety of goals. We review logistics considerations metalworkers should be concerned with and ways to mitigate any challenges. Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems are one method of addressing your shop's unique needs. We also learn how reshoring and nearshoring of manufacturing and supply operations is impacting the flow of goods.
Investment demonstrates Novelis Inc.’s continued commitment to bring the lightweight, sustainability and cost benefits of high-strength aluminum to the automotive market.
EtherCAT has forever changed the world of industrial networking and remains the leader in speed, flexibility and openness.
von Schantz is an experienced leader with broad experience from leading positions in several industries.
ABB expert says labor shortages present new opportunities for robotic automation. AI and connected digital networks will make robots easier to use, enabling them to take on more tasks in new industries.
ABB Robotics launches complete robot training to prepare students for the future of work. The package includes the GoFa™ collaborative robot cell, 56 hours of teaching materials and globally recognized STEM certification.
The 185,000-square-foot addition will nearly double the size of the production space to meet the growing demands of the automation industry. The company will add 70 new jobs to its current roster of 400 employees.
Mark Blosser will discuss how the symbiotic relationship between tooling and software will revolutionize advanced manufacturing’s core applications.
Tackett will be responsible for expanding the company’s sales of customized automation solutions across North America.