John Clemons is a Solution Consultant for Rockwell Automation. He’s been working in the field of Manufacturing Technology for over 30 years. This year, we’re taking a close look at the use of ...

Smart manufacturing is all about the latest technology—the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), artificial intelligence (AI), digital twins, digital threads, manufacturing execution systems (MES), ...

Lean manufacturing isn't just a trendy concept; it's a strategic framework designed to streamline processes, slash costs and boost productivity. By minimizing waste and focusing on value-added ...

Modern manufacturing increasingly depends on sophisticated variation simulation techniques to forecast and mitigate the inevitable discrepancies arising during assembly processes. These simulation ...

This chapter focuses on those parameters that pertain to the manufacturing process for rotor blades. However, the design and the process are so interrelated that one can not be discussed without the ...

If you want to optimize the use of machinery, materials and labor and ensure orders are completed on time and to standard, then a digital workflow is a great step towards creating a smarter ...

Medical device manufacturing is a high-stakes game where efficiency meets precision. With tight regulations, complex designs, and a need for speed, how do companies stay ahead without cutting corners?

What is Pharma 4.0? The term Industry 4.0 refers to the fourth industrial revolution, associated with the application of advanced technologies that have dramatically changed the landscape of ...

Designed to work side-by-side with humans, collaborative robots (cobots) are quickly becoming an integral part of automotive manufacturing. As the need for greater precision, adaptability, and ...

Historically, pharmaceutical products have been produced in a traditional ‘batch’ system, in which every operation is executed separately using a defined quantity of materials. In batch manufacturing ...