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Smart Manufacturing and Industry 4.0: The Future of Manufacturing

In the past decade or so, the manufacturing industry has been undergoing a major transformation known as Industry 4.0, the Fourth Industrial Revolution.

OEE VS Asset Utilization: What is the Difference?

OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) and AU (Asset Utilization) are the two most well-known and important metrics to measure a manufacturing plant’s…

What is a Smart Factory and Why Should You Consider It for Your Manufacturing?

Smart factory—or smart manufacturing—Is a relatively new concept in manufacturing, and a core part of the trending “Industry 4.0” ideology.

How to Perfectly Balance a Manufacturing Line

What is Visual Factory: Everything You Need to Know

It’s no secret that humans are more effective in consuming and processing visual information rather than verbal and written information. It’s typically…

Examples of Visual Factory Implementation to Improve Manufacturing Productivity

In the past decade, there have been many studies that discovered how the most efficient manufacturing plants are the most “visual” ones. A factory with…

Unveiling the Differences Between Industry 4.0 and Industry 5.0

In this rapidly evolving digital era, the industrial landscape has undergone massive transformations over the recent few years alone, driven by…

Benefits and Importance of Data Analytics in Manufacturing

Data analytics has transformed many different fields and industries, and manufacturing is no exception. 

8 Ways to Improve Quality on a Production Line: A Comprehensive Guide

In today’s dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing landscape, the production line—or assembly line—stands as the beating heart of manufacturing, literally being…

Industry 4.0 Strategy and Implementation: A Comprehensive Guide

The Fourth Industrial Revolution, also commonly called Industry 4.0, is the current transformative driving force of today’s manufacturing practices.