New systems, software and processes are replacing so-called islands of automation with seamless, automated manufacturing lines that boost overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) from 30 to 80% or more. Like a chess master, these systems think multiple moves ahead on the factory floor to ensure continuing production when circumstances change. These systems cut scrap, improve Read More
To Each His Own: Batch Size 1 Arrives
New systems open door to big operational equipment efficiencies, less scrap, better quality & Batch Size 1New systems, software and processes are replacing so-called islands of automation with seamless, automated manufacturing lines that boost overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) from 30 to 80% or more. Like a chess master, these systems think multiple moves ahead on Read More
Metrology helps manufacturers repeat good parts of the past
Scanning metrology providers respond to varied needs; software improves to help engineers with scan data The need for reverse engineering in manufacturing arises from a variety of situations, Creaform’s Dan Brown said. Old parts that remain useful may have been designed before CAD existed. Others deviate from their original CAD designs during their lifetime. And, in many Read More