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New Laser Welding Technology Increases Productivity
The availability of high power fiber lasers has provided the drive for creation of a suite of new features and capabilities from Prima Power Laserdyne called SmartTechniques. This technology is engineered to increase the productivity, quality and capability in laser welding as well as in laser cutting and drilling. Both the...
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12 use cases of AI in manufacturing (Part 3)
There are many different methods to harness the potential of artificial intelligence in the manufacturing process and each method can bring a certain benefit to managers. Here are some examples: Making use of data This sounds very general but in reality, there’s a whole variety of ways to use big data...
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10 use cases of AI in manufacturing (Part 2)
Generative design Generative design is a process that involves a program generating a number of outputs to meet specified criteria. Designers or engineers input design goals and parameters such as materials, manufacturing methods, and cost constraints into generative design software to explore design alternatives. The solution utilizes machine learning techniques to...
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10 use cases of AI in manufacturing (Part 1)
Accenture and Frontier Economics estimate that by 2035, AI-powered technologies could increase labor productivity by up to 40% across 16 industries, including manufacturing. In the same paper, the authors claim that AI could add an additional 3.8 trillion dollars GVA in 2035 to the manufacturing sector, which is an increase of...
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Big Data – Application brings great benefits to businesses
With the vast amount of data that 4.0 technologies bring, manufacturers have plenty of room to improve their business operations. However, the selection and processing of necessary information is a problem. To solve this problem, Big Data application was created as a complete solution for businesses that intend to participate in...
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British Airway uses a drone system to automate inventory
IAG Cargo – the parent company of the British airline British Airway has successfully used the Drone system at its cargo warehouse in Mandrid with the hope of cutting thousands of hours a year in locating cargo in warehouse. Drones, also known as UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle), are drones that can...
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Industrial production with smart conveyor system
Recently, technology and investment company Intech Group has researched and developed a new intelligent conveyor system with the aim of increasing productivity and creating breakthroughs in the field of electromechanical equipment manufacturing. The emergence of technological achievements and artificial intelligence has driven the development of manufacturing industry, automatic solutions gradually replacing...
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Textile enterprises improve Lectra software labor productivity
Lectra is a famous technology company based in France, specializing in providing design software to support the apparel, automotive and furniture industries. With these outstanding utilities, Lectra has quickly conquered major corporations. Jean Bernard and Etcheparre, two French engineers designed this software, which provides 3D design, drawing, modeling, and size jumping...
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Always be at the forefront of applying new technology to improve competitiveness
Polestar is Europe’s leading independent printing company and is Number 1 in the UK. It continues to be at the forefront of the move towards digital printing within the UK. It has adopted CTP technology so as to provide its brand-leading customers with a competitive edge. The digital revolution in printing...
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Benefits of adopting CIM integrated production system
Computer-integrated manufacturing (CIM) is a system consisting of software covering many business processes, including integration of automated assignment and reporting of factory floor operations through machine and material handling equipment sensors and software. CIM covers enterprise resource planning (ERP) modules in a manufacturing operation, including design, purchasing, inventory, shop floor control,...
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