
How to Choose an Automotive Die Cutting Partner
An automotive company depends on their reputation for providing high-quality parts. Once those products are passed on to customers and installed in vehicles, it becomes their own reputation that is on the line which is why dealers, repair shops, and manufacturers expect the highest quality. The market continues to demand quality in less time and […]

Rubber Molding Versus Silicone Rubber Injection Molding
When placing an order for rubber molding, there are several different options between manufacturers. The right type of rubber for the job will make all the difference in the finished product, but which is the right one for your project? Here is a quick reference guide for your next rubber injection molding job. Rubber Molding […]

The Link Between Transparency and an Efficient Supply Chain
Consumers have become increasingly aware of how businesses work, not just what products they make and services they offer. The number of customers who care about a brand’s impact on the environment are growing every year. Cone Communication did a survey in 2015 that showed 81 percent of global consumers care about transparency, or how […]

Ways Simulation is Improving the Development of Products
Simulations are taking over the entertainment world with improvements in movies and virtual reality in video games. One area that you might not expect to find simulation is product development. Not only is simulation a great tool for developers, but it is changing the industry as we know it. From engineering to avionics, the presence […]

How Technology Makes Manufacturing Work
Manufacturing is the backbone of America, playing a part in so many different industries. Evidence of its importance can be found on stickers at the bottom of toys, tags on clothing, and even political discussions over the last decade. With China being a major competitor, it’s small differences that can make a plastic & rubber […]

How 3D Printing is Advancing Business Transformation
Additive manufacturing or 3D printing is no longer a distant technology, becoming more mainstream all the time. This printing uses specialized equipment to create a physical object from a digital model and processes that bond and mold materials together. The two main components that set this type of manufacturing apart. Deposit Process: layers of raw […]

Wearable Augmented Workforce
The days of the future have arrived. Using robots in manufacturing isn’t new, but the robotic technology is advancing. Instead of hydraulic arms along an assembly line, new robots are coming to town. The Ford Motor Company is piloting a new device that is an exoskeleton worn by assembly workers who do a lot of […]

MES and the Future of Manufacturing
Global manufacturing is continually growing and expanding to include new technology. Since incorporating the use of manufacturing execution systems (MES), growth in the manufacturing sector has only increased. In 2014, the global MES market was valued at around $7.86 billion and is projected to be worth $19.36 billion by 2023. To understand the full picture […]