Meyda Tiffany Co.: Fiber Laser Speeds Operations for Custom Lighting Manufacturer May 7, 2019 When Meyer and Ida Cohen founded Meyda Tiffany Co. in the early 1970s based on a family hobby of making stained glass windows, it’s doubtful that they ever thought it would evolve into the leading U.S. manufacturer of custom and decorative lighting.
Human Innovation and Advanced Automation: The Balancing Act of Modern Manufacturing May 16, 2019 The automation debate is a captivating one, but for some it conjures up images of a world where their roles become obsolete, superseded by the ruthless efficiency and unwavering energy of machines.
‘Digital Twins’ Have Positive Plant-Wide Impact May 11, 2019 One of the foundational aspects of Industry 4.0 protocols is the creation of electronic “digital twin” models of product data and production processes. This includes an exact replica of all machine tools, including complex work envelopes showing the particular spindles, fixtures, and cutting tools.
Testing the Metal November 27, 2018 Materials science has opened new possibilities for designers of cars, planes and other products. Metal alloys are now as precisely engineered as they are machined. The result is longer lasting, stronger parts. But with a wider selection of materials comes risk—how can you be sure that one piece of gray metal stock is different than another? Careful warehousing procedures and paperwork only go so far.
READY TO SHARE: MetraLabs Robots Poised to Grease the Skids for Automotive Suppliers in an AI World November 27, 2018 Cofounder Johannes Trabert, who lives a poetic life in the Thuringian Forest, says the future will be focused on ‘the clever share of work’ between humans and robots.
FMS for Low-Volume, High-Mix Shop Provides Stable, Predictable Process April 29, 2021 Through its 40 years of success, though, the name “Advanced” really became a philosophy and objective, woven into every strand of the company’s DNA.
Executive Discusses AI's Impact on Workers October 14, 2020 The CEO of an artificial intelligence company discusses how AI affects workers and how AI can be deployed well.
Willemin-Macodel Gets Machine-Optimized ESPRIT CAM Solutions October 12, 2020 Engineers at DP Technology Corp. developed highly optimized support for Willemin-Macodel within its ESPRIT CAM
FANUC Launches “Take Control” Virtual Event Featuring its Latest Automation Technologies October 12, 2020 The event will debut Oct. 19-22, and include three distinct zones: Knowledge, Solutions and Exploration.
Mastercam and Edge Factor Partnership Provides Free Experiences to Inspire the Future Workforce December 21, 2020 In 2021, Mastercam is partnering with Edge Factor to equip organizations across North America