Automation has always played a part in the production process. Since COVID19, automation has become a KEY and prominent factor – dare we say a MUST to succeed in today’s world market. However, right sizing your automation can be a daunting task. The need to incorporate automation to maintain or grow the business can cause …
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Digital Transformation in Packaging Automation
Digital transformation continues to play a larger and larger part in everyday operations for manufacturing and processing operations. From clip boards to computers and relay logic to PLC digital I/O, every business has had to embrace digital transformation at some level. More connected equipment, more connected management software, more connected warehouse management systems while having …
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Packaging Integration Trend
Machines conversing – Wait? What? Interconnectedness is a fast-growing concept among OEMs in the packaging industry. However, this fast-growing concept is anything but new. Integration (interconnectedness) is a concept that has been a core value at CPS since inception. Being able to interface and communicate with many different OEMs and their controls has allowed CPS …
Manufacturing Tech Orders Are Up 13%…In a Recession
Despite the recession, manufacturing technology orders are up 13% (AMT Sept. 2022). In this high inflationary time, factory automation orders are up 1%. This could be a sign that businesses are doubling down on the future of their operations, and looking to make them more resilient. Companies are trying to reduce costs by automating more …
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Equipment Analytics
Many manufacturing companies are dependent on equipment and machinery for their production process, so it makes sense to keep close tabs on the health of that equipment. Equipment Analysis allows users to measure and track asset utilization, and analyze failures and downtime to help identify common causes or potential problems such as faulty replacement parts or …
Get Your Facility Recession-Ready with These Tips
As we enter into another recession, it is important to remember that not all businesses will be affected in the same way. Some industries will thrive while others struggle. The demand destruction that takes place during a recession can be very harmful to some businesses, but there are ways to protect your facility and help …
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5 Tips for Increasing Employee Retention in an Automated Factory
As factory automation becomes more prevalent, it is becoming increasingly important for businesses to find ways to keep their employees engaged. A recent study found that the average employee retention rate in an automated factory is only 56%. This means that nearly half of all factory workers leave their jobs within the first five years. …
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Effective Communication in a Factory Setting
In any factory setting, communication is key. Whether you are a factory worker or manager, it is important to be able to communicate effectively with your team in order to produce the best results. In this blog post, we will discuss some guidelines on effective communication in a factory setting. We will cover topics such …
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Workers’ Roles with the Rise of Automation
The factory floor has long been a place of work dominated by human labor. However, with the advent of factory automation, that is starting to change. Machines are taking over many of the tasks that have traditionally been done by human workers. This shift is having a major impact on the workforce, and it is …
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Compare and Contrast: Glue Sealers vs Tape Sealers
When it comes to factory automation and material handling, there are many different types of equipment that can be used. One such piece of equipment is a case sealer. There are two main types of case sealers: glue sealers and tape sealers. Both have their own pros and cons, which we will discuss in this …
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