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Unpacking Success: Pearson’s Game-Changing Solutions for Warehouse Distribution
As the digital era propels the omnipresence of e-commerce, end of line automated solutions are fast becoming the lifeblood of the logistics sector. The burgeoning demands of online shopping and same-day deliveries put immense pressure on warehouses and distribution centers. They grapple with an elusive labor market, high turnover rates, and training costs that are…
Beyond the Concept: Managing the Risk of Using Out-of-Date Parts and Products in a Facility
Facilities can ill afford to have equipment go down with today’s supply chain challenges. Lost hours could quickly become lost days if a replacement is unavailable. Sam Cafferata, Principal Engineer at Concept Systems, spoke with Tyler Kern about this all-too-real issue and what facilities can do to ensure their equipment is up-to-date and in good…
Advanced Automation: Ask the Experts
Josh Gravelle tapped a leader in AI robotics for expert insights on how AI is making an impact on robotics today and into the future. Eric Danziger, Co-Founder and CEO of Invisible AI, a company driven by the principle of building state-of-the-art AI solutions for manufacturing. The goal behind invisible AI technology is to be…
Data Analytics in the Construct of Open and Secure Communication Standards in Energy and Industrial
Muthuraman “RAM” Ramasamy returns with Ricky Watts for this fifth special fireside chat series for Intel and Frost & Sullivan, focusing on various areas of technology innovation. For this go-around, RAM chose a topic close to Ricky’s heart, data analytics, in the construct of open and secure communication standards. As Ramasamy points out, “The world…
What a Proof-of-Stake Ethereum Means for Business’ Blockchain Use Cases
After six years of preparation and ongoing speculation around its potential success, the second largest blockchain came through with a win and completed a massive overhaul to its infrastructure. Ethereum successfully completed the long-awaited Merge of its existing Historic State layer and its parallel ledger, the Beacon Chain, officially shifting its consensus mechanism from proof-of-work…
The Challenges of Working Capital for Small and Mid-Size Construction Businesses
Record inflation, rising interest rates, and myriad supply chain issues are an amalgamation of challenges for any business in today’s climate. For small and mid-size construction companies, any of these issues are difficult to manage, let alone face all three. Throw widespread labor shortages into the mix, and the situation doesn’t get any easier. …
OT and IT Edge Convergence and the Emergence of the Edge Marketplace
To win the edge ecosystem game, it will take a village approach. Edge is no longer a linear value chain, going from step to step. An emerging circular value chain, with an open and extendable platform in its center and edge-optimized hardware, software, solutions, and system integration is gluing everything together. Frost & Sullivan’s Muthuraman…
River Tales: Olympic Gold Medalist Joe Jacobi on How Canoeing Changed His Life
In the latest episode of the podcast “Straight Outta Crumpton,” host Greg Crumpton was also joined by co-host Tyler Kern, and the two chatted with Olympic gold medalist Joe Jacobi. Over 30 years ago Jacobi won a gold medal at the 1992 Olympic Games in Barcelona alongside his teammate Scott Strausbaugh. The duo clutched…
How Modular Conveyor Systems Help Alleviate Supply Chain Challenges
Modular is having a moment and the motivations are clear. Modular is easy to assemble, adaptable and avoids supply chain disruptions. Now, Designed Conveyer Systems offers a modular conveyor system option. Host Tyler Kern spoke with Designed Conveyor System’s Todd Jones, VP of Project Delivery, and Meg Culler Smith, CP of Engineering on the topic…
The Challenges Brought by a Cooling Housing Market
With the hot housing market that erupted during COVID-19, experts are starting to say we are “cooling off’ and trending toward a housing recession, reported Michael Bergin, Co-Founder, and VP of Platform at Higharc, a platform for home building design, construction, and sales. Housing market analyzer and owner of Zelman & Associates Ivy Zelman predicted…
Pillars of a High Functioning Manufacturing Warehouse Solution with Brian Reinhart
People want goods faster, cheaper, and easier. What else is new? But wanting it and making it happen are two different things. Manufacturing is always up for the task; thankfully, with today’s automated technology solutions, new ways of achieving those goals are at hand. Brian Reinhart, VP of Sales, Marketing, and Solutions with Hai Robotics,…
What a Supply Side Recession Means For Labor
A Goldman Sachs report from August 2022 indicates the U.S. could slip into a recession by the middle of 2023. However, they predict a mild recession that would see only a 1% increase in the current unemployment rate. Unlike demand-side recessions that hit the economy hard, often resulting in layoffs, Zaid Rahman, Founder & CEO…
RoseWater Energy: The Next Generation of Energy: 10 Years of Cedia
Population density and aging infrastructure are harming North America’s power quality. One man’s problem is another man’s opportunity. In 2012, the RoseWater team set out to build a device that would guarantee perfect power. The highest quality, most complete residential and light commercial power management available. “At the beginning, we saw energy storage as a…
Annex 1: How Will the Revisions Effect Compliance of Your Cleanroom Facilities?
After several years of delays, the EU and FDA are now doubling down on their efforts to force drug manufacturers to comply with Annex 1 EU’s Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) Annex 1 amendments are expected to have a major impact on Life Science manufacturers’ handling and processing of sterilized products in the near future. Prior to…
The Resurgence of the Residential AV Market
As the globe wrestles with the idea of work-from-home and many builders and homeowners look for ways to differentiate across a saturated housing market, the residential AV market has seen a resurgence. “The market is ripe and there’s been quite a lot of driving factors that have forced everybody to start to see how important…
Designing Aurora’s Newest Products with PoE in Mind
The Pro AV world is shaking it up. Speaking on the importance of AV from a manufacturer, factory, and distribution level, host Bobby Brill chatted with Production Manager of Aurora Multimedia Nick Reiser about the importance of AV implementing PoE capabilities. AV work is about more than just setting up a screen – almost everything…
The Cost of Working Capital
The U.S. Federal Reserve predicts interest rates may rise above 3.5% and remain at that level throughout 2023 to control inflation. Higher interest rates mean credit issuers providing loans will be more expensive for the borrower. The cost of working capital is rising, leaving many borrowers facing an unpleasant reality. Zaid Rahman, Founder & CEO…
Donald Barnhart on the Future of Organizational Change Management
Organizational change management is crucial in the fast-paced, evolving business environment of today. As technological disruptions surge ahead, it’s essential not to overlook the human component of change. Change management isn’t a solo endeavor, but a collective responsibility that becomes fundamental for organizations in these turbulent times. A holistic strategy is imperative for this journey….
Corning Announces New Optical Cable Manufacturing Facility Supported by AT&T and Record Industry Broadband Demand
OPTICAL COMMUNICATIONS CORNING, NY | Corning Incorporated | August 30, 2022 Additional U.S. manufacturing capabilities will create American jobs to meet multi-year wave of growth for fiber-based networks and help connect the unconnected Corning Incorporated (NYSE: GLW) announced today that it is expanding manufacturing capacity for optical cable, based on a long-term relationship with AT&T…
Making the Most of KPIs Means a Sound Energy Management Strategy
A sound energy management strategy can help global industries with KPIs, such as increasing efficiency while reducing environmental impact. A 2020 study by Schneider Electric revealed that 87% of business leaders consider energy and sustainability KPIs essential in making informed and intelligent business decisions. But how do these KPIs translate to tangible value in…
Reducing Carbon Footprint: How ENTOUCH Puts the “E” in ESG Initiatives
John Casey, National Sales Director for ENTOUCH Controls, highlights how the company plays a pivotal role in the “E” (Environmental) aspect of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) initiatives. A significant portion of large multi-site customers’ energy consumption, around 40%, is attributed to HVAC operations. ENTOUCH recognizes the need to focus on providing energy-saving solutions…
Transforming Personal Care Manufacturing: Pearson Packaging Automated End of Line Solutions
Automated end of line solutions are becoming a necessity in the dynamic, high-demand world of personal care products manufacturing. The pressure of escalating output expectations coupled with limited space and frequent changeovers presents a complex puzzle. Labor-intensive processes are becoming obsolete in the face of increasing wages and constant turnover, further fueling the need…
DigiTech Print & Cut System
Introducing the world’s first Digital Print & Cut system for rigid & corrugated materials! Digitech’s TruFire digital printing equipment with it’s NEW available TruCORR package. Designed for Custom Packaging & Display Boxes. Specifically modified to handle corrugated paper with just the right amount of automation — PRINT, CREASE, and CUT INLINE. • Customizable for volume…
DigiTech TruFire, UV Flatbed Printer: How It’s Made
This video gives you a background view of what goes into the TruFire printer. What components make it unique to us and what are the parts that push our platform beyond our competitors? From the Engineers to the software developers, to the R&D team, Digitech works best as one. The TruFire features the industry’s flattest…
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