MANUFACTURING

Redefining the landscape

Even though the labour shortage in Canada is at an all-time high, no comprehensive solution exists. As the skilled labour shortage worsens, the need for a plan becomes increasingly crucial.

It’s Not Just Chatbots: AI Helps Manufacturers Improve Worker Safety

Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept — it’s a daily reality that’s here to stay. For manufacturers, AI has been a significant change in the industry.

How Do Automated Guided Vehicles Improve Manufacturing?

The manufacturing industry is no stranger to automation. Until recently, however, most has been in the form of stationary robotics. The recent rise of automated guided vehicles (AGVs) promises to bring robots’ advantages to other workflows. As a result, more manufacturers are considering the benefits of AGVs.

What Is Manufacturing-as-a-Service and Why Is It Important?

The future of manufacturing — and probably every other industry — is looking more communal and collaborative by the day. Nothing demonstrates this better than the rise of manufacturing-as-a-service (MaaS). Everybody knows that it takes just one good idea to change the world. Yet, not everyone has the capital to get their idea off the ground all by themselves.

What Unique Benefits Does AI Bring to Cobot Performance?

Cobots have significantly changed the industrial landscape by allowing robots and humans to work closely without putting people in danger. It wasn’t long ago that the only way to work with robots was to keep the machines behind safety cages.

Here’s How to Maximize Laser Processing Results

Identify specific goals and take time to decide on the right strategy – whether it involves emerging technology, organizational or logistical improvements, or process changes – and then measure the results versus the targets.

The top 7 cybersecurity risks in manufacturing supply chains

Manufacturers should map out their supply chains, identify potential vulnerabilities, and implement robust security measures across all stages of the manufacturing and shipping process.

What Are the Top 5 Benefits of AR and VR in Manufacturing?

Are AR and VR in manufacturing worth adopting? These technologies may be new to the manufacturing industry but they offer several major benefits.

Why Does Smart Manufacturing Need to Leverage Real-Time Data?

Data has quickly become one of the most valuable resources that a business can have. For manufacturers, this is especially true once they’ve adopted smart technology — like IoT-powered factory sensors and smart robots.