In the next few years, factory and warehouse owners need to be aware of several global trends that will impact their industry. One of the most significant trends is the increasing demand for factory automation. This trend is being driven by a number of factors, including the rising cost of labor and the desire to …
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Factory automation has come a long way in the past few years. One of the most important aspects of factory automation is the packaging line. A packaging line must be efficient and fast to keep up with production demands. Many factories are turning to a packaging integrator to create a more efficient packing line. What …
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When it comes to factory automation, there are many different processes that can be automated in order to improve efficiency and production. One of the most common types of factory automation is the use of automated tray forming machines. There are many benefits to using these machines in a production setting, and in this blog …
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Factory Automation: How We Pull Through Our Looming Recession It’s no secret that factory automation has played a huge role in pulling us out of past recessions. By automating the manufacturing process, companies are able to produce more products with fewer employees. This not only saves the company money, but it actually helps to reduce …
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Protective Packaging, Tamper Proofing and Material Handling As technology advances, factory automation must advance with it. One of the latest trends in factory automation is increased protection against tampering and product theft. This can take many forms, such as tamper evident seals or transparent packaging. In addition, factory automation is also becoming more efficient and …
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How Automation Improves Sustainability & Footprint In an automated factory, sustainability and consistency are key to reducing the amount of waste produced. By automating factory processes, we can achieve greater productivity and efficiency, which in turn leads to a smaller environmental footprint. Here are some of the ways that factory automation can help us reduce …
Spare Parts Inventory and What to Consider Inventory is a necessary evil in the supply chain. You need to have the correct parts available, at the correct time, in order to keep your production line running. When those parts are unavailable, it can cause down time that costs you money. So, how much spare parts …
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Key Checklist Items for Maintaining Electrical Cabinets in your Facility Factory automation relies heavily on electrical cabinets. The smooth running of the factory depends on these components working properly. Electrical cabinet maintenance is critical to keeping the machines running. In this article, we will discuss some common maintenance tasks that should be done regularly. Screw …
Running Slower Improves More Than Just Accuracy In factory automation, the machines are running faster and faster to produce more widgets per hour. But what if we told you that slowing the machines down could actually make them more efficient? It may sound counterintuitive, but it’s true! When the machines are running slower but consistently, …
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Running Automated Facilities As industry progresses into the fourth industrial revolution, or Industry 4.0, factory automation is becoming increasingly important. The goal of Industry 4.0 is to create a more digitized and interconnected factory floor, where machines can communicate with each other and make decisions autonomously. This revolution will have a huge impact on the …
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