Lean maintenance is a process used in manufacturing to streamline production. It’s the term used to describe a preventive maintenance strategy based on the continuous and proactive improvement of equipment. The goal of lean maintenance is to eliminate waste and improve equipment reliability, which helps to minimise downtime, improve safety and reduce costs. It is based on […]
It’s been dubbed the ‘technology that will change the world’ and is already transforming how many manufacturing and engineering operators work. Yet we are still only at the start of the extended reality (XR) revolution and have barely scratched the surface of its potential. XR is the umbrella term covering the various technologies that provide
The industrial metaverse represents the next step in the evolution of manufacturing and engineering. Stemming from Industry 4.0, it focuses on automation, data exchange and analytics, artificial intelligence, and robotics. The goal of the industrial metaverse is to integrate humans with machines so that they work together more efficiently in a virtual world. It allows
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Industrial technology has always played a key role in driving the economy forward. As we move further into 2022, it will continue to stay at the forefront. If the past two years have taught us anything, it’s that businesses of all sizes can’t take anything for granted. Flexibility and adaptability remain essential in this period
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The ‘Metaverse’ is a hot topic right now. While it may sound like an abstract futuristic concept that only technology nerds understand, it’s starting to touch many aspects of our everyday lives. Just like Industry 4.0 represents the future of manufacturing and engineering, the Metaverse is ushering in the next era of the internet, where
Automation plays a crucial role in unlocking the full benefits of Industry 4.0. In most manufacturing, engineering and production facilities, achieving complete automation can help solve many challenges, from reducing waste, minimising safety risks and mitigating environmental impact to enhancing productivity and improving efficiency. However, while creating a ‘smart factory’ in which everything is automated and
Electrical control systems play an increasingly essential role in many industries, from food and drink manufacturing to oil and gas, engineering, construction, automotive, industrial processing and more. In fact, in most modern production facilities, you’ll find electrical control systems that direct the way different equipment and processes function to ensure they achieve their mechanical goals. Electrical
One of the most significant advantages of using electrical control systems in your production facilities is the safety enhancements it can bring. When everything works as it should, automation can help you streamline and optimise your production processes, improve product quality, minimise downtime and keep health and safety incidents to a minimum. However, if automation
To illustrate how important Industry 4.0 is to the future of manufacturing and engineering, it’s essential to understand how the sectors have changed over the past two decades. Here are some of the significant shifts and trends we’ve seen.
Manufacturing technology has come a long way in the space of a few short years. Here, we take a closer look at robotics and automation, the benefits they bring and the role they are set to play in the factories of the future.
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