In this case study, AutoGuide shares how OSRAM SYLVANIA was able to reassign four fork truck driver positions to more meaningful work within the plant, as well as reduce congestion on the facility floor by installing two Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs). Find out more about how AutoGuide helped improve OSRAM SYLVANIA’s manufacturing process below.
Read More →NEWS RELEASE: GKN to form new joint venture to produce titanium powder for additive manufacturing
GKN Hoeganaes has agreed to enter into a joint venture agreement with TLS Technik to manufacture titanium powders in North America for Additive Manufacturing (AM) applications. Find out more about this venture below!
Read More →Spectrum: S-40 Jet, Made in Mexico: First Aircraft to be Completely Manufactured in the Country
Original Source here. How many parts does an airplane have? According to Boeing, a goliath in the U.S. Aerospace industry, there are over 6 million pieces that make up its 747. Completely believable when you consider everything from cockpit parts, nuts, and bolts to tray tables and seatbelt buckles! Mexico has been persistent in working to elevate its position in the supply and demand industry for aerospace parts for several years. ProAereo 2012-2020, put in place by the Mexican government, is a national strategic program designed specifically to put Mexico among the top 10 countries in the world in aerospace manufacturing and production. And further, to make Mexico the first aerospace service HUB in Latin America. In support of ProAereo’s goal, the Mexican government has established educational facilities and research centers geared to specifically enhance their potential in aerospace: grooming a talented workforce and creating infrastructure to ensure sustained capabilities in the industry. The strategy is continuing to pay off as San Diego-based U.S. aircraft developer, Spectrum Aeronautical, is set to build their S-40 business jet in Mexico. Spectrum says Mexicali was chosen due to the area’s population of highly skilled workers, and for its proximity to the “huge aerospace industrial infrastructure of Southern California.” Spectrum chief finance officer David Tenney says, “Mexico is really keen to develop its aerospace industry and the S-40 will be the first aircraft to be completely manufactured in the country.” $300 Million is the sum needed to …
Read More →MULTINATIONAL BARNES AEROSPACE OPENS PLANT IN MEXICALI, MEXICO – Aerospace Leader’s First Facility in Mexico
Author: Alfredo García On June 7, 2016, at a plant opening ceremony, IVEMSA, announced their agreement with Barnes Aerospace to supply comprehensive shelter services for their new facility in Mexicali. Barnes, a leading international industrial and aerospace manufacturer and service provider was motivated, in part, to establish operations in Mexico to tighten the supply chain of a client, UTC Aerospace Systems. The new plant will focus on the manufacture of structural components and parts for turbine engines utilizing titanium, aluminum, and aerospace alloys, and add up to 50 specialized high-tech jobs to the region, with a plan to add up to 50 more positions by 2018. The opening ceremony was attended by a number of business and government officials including the head of the Ministry of Economic Development (Sedeco), Carlos Bonfante Olache, who reported that the Barnes investment will be eight million dollars, implemented in several phases. Sergio Tagliapietra President and CEO of IVEMSA, spoke at the event and said, “Barnes aerospace, besides creating new jobs and opportunities here, is and will be, a key player within our regional aerospace cluster. Your participation in the supply chain is needed and most welcome to our city.” The opening of the Mexicali facility adds to Barnes’ already robust portfolio of international manufacturing operations with more than 60 locations over four continents. A Barnes representative stated, “We are pleased to open our newest subsidiary here in the in the state capital of beautiful Baja …
Read More →Case Study Video: Honeywell Aerospace Boosts Savings with Early Visibility to Product Cost
Early visibility to product cost drivers helps companies eliminate problems before they become extremely expensive to fix. This was the conclusion of the team at Honeywell Aerospace after their first few programs where they integrated a product cost management platform into the product development process. Watch the following video case study below to hear Bret Armstrong, Manager of the Should Cost team in Cost Performance Engineering at Honeywell, highlight three specific examples that underscore the value of early visibility to cost for everyone in the product value chain from beginning to end. Read the full article from aPriori here, and watch the video case study below! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7sPVswYkwNU
Read More →Manufacturing in Mexico Increases Jobs in US – Powerful Economic Relations Continue to Flourish
Author: Christian Tagliapietra It’s a bold claim, but one that is backed up by the facts. A recent Los Angeles Times article included the statement: Multinational manufacturing companies hire an extra 250 U.S. workers for every 100 employees they bring on in Mexico, according to a 2014 study by researchers at the Peterson Institute for International Economics, a nonpartisan organization. And so the synergy between the U.S. and Mexico continues to grow stronger, in no small part thanks to the reality that Mexican manufacturing operations are powered by American goods and services. As also stated in the article: Around 40 cents of every dollar that the United States imports from Mexico comes from the U.S., compared with just 4 cents of every dollar in Chinese imports, according to the Woodrow Wilson Center. Today’s economic realities demand that manufacturers stay globally competitive by cutting costs. Putting some portion of their operations in Mexico allows them to do so while continuing to support the U.S. economy. For more information, contact IVEMSA, the Mexican manufacturing expert, and read the entire LA Times article here. Original article found here.
Read More →Choosing Cartridge Dust Collector Filters for Processing Applications
As you face stricter air quality and combustible dust regulations, coupled with tighter internal cost controls, choosing and using the best dust collector filter for your process is more important than ever. Making an informed choice can improve your collector’s dust capture efficiency and reliability while reducing energy and maintenance requirements. Dust collection systems are the preferred technology for most dry processing applications today, and there are many different pleated filter cartridges available for these collectors. Find out more about types of filter media and selection tips, from Rick Kreczner at Camfil APC, to help you determine the best filter for your application below!
Read More →Focusing on Sustainable Supply Chain Outcomes
Every industry has its own unique supply chain issues and are in need of solutions that support the optimal balance of efficiency and productivity. Equipment failures, unexpected urgent requirements, and supply chain disruptions are frustrating, costly, and nigh impossible to solve on your own. Smaller or unpredictable shipping requirements can also present problems–as well as opportunities. So, what’s the solution here? In this brochure, XPO Logistics describes solutions that are applicable to a wide scope of commodities in a wide range of industries. Check out the brochure below for your supply chain solutions!
Read More →eBook: How Manufacturers Can Optimize CNC-Machine Tooling and Increase Productivity by 10-40%
As in many other industries, to be competitive in the world market, CNC manufacturing companies need to reduce their costs of production and increase their production output. More parts at less cost per part. Unfortunately, with escalating raw materials prices, this becomes difficult. Therefore, manufacturers have to look to controlling tooling costs and costly downtime, while working to increase speeds and feed rates. Are your toolholders fully engaged in the spindle of your CNC Mill? Most manufacturing problems are a result of tooling issues. Find out how to increase your manufacturing productivity by 10-40% in the JM Performance Products eBook below!
Read More →eBook: Avoid Catastrophic Events by Future-Proofing with NDT
“The automotive industry is in the midst of an unprecedented transformation, including improving safety features. Inspection and quality control are the most important safety tools in today’s business world.” Non-destructive testing has been utilized for more than one hundred years and has come a long way since the early years. For example, today the proactive use of NDT can eliminate non-conforming parts from incoming material streams. By assuming a proactive NDT approach, manufacturers are able to catch nonconformances that aren’t detectable by visual or functional inspections. Our pioneers would be proud. Peter Miller, President of Advanced Material Solutions (AMS), shares his insights on the topic of future-proofing in the manufacturing industry, highlighting four key steps manufacturers should take to approach non-destructive testing in this Q & A with Generis. Check out the eBook below!
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