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Are You Playing The Lean Game? Manufacturing.net, November 2008
By Karen Langhauser
Ten years ago (with a few exceptions), the food manufacturing industry was very much lagging behind in its pursuit of lean thinking; however, today’s food industry is rapidly gaining ground and offering further proof as to the versatility of lean.
The Lean Advantage Control Engineering Asia, November 2008
By Filippo Focacci and David Simchi-Levi
There are fewer applications of lean manufacturing in the process and hybrid industries, in part because there is not a natural fit between lean and these industries, and in part because manufacturing processes in these industries tend to be very complex. Indeed, it is difficult to adapt lean manufacturing strategies that have been implemented in discrete manufacturing to the process and hybrid industries.
How does automation fit in and work with Lean manufacturing? Advanced Manufacturing, October 2008
By Chris Stergiou
Lean manufacturing increases capacity by eliminating waste in labour, motion and processing. Capacity is also increased as the result of fewer defects and one way this is accomplished is through automation or Jidoka, also known as Autonomation.
Next-generation wireless technology advances asset management Industrial Embedded Systems, November 2008
By Scott D. Constien, Enfora
A new class of GPS-enabled, wireless-networked asset management modules with integrated tracking application software is changing the way assets can be located in organizations.
How Mobile Technology Can Optimize the Human Element in Manufacturing Operations By Form Automation Solutions
Manufacturing companies need live workers to check production facilities frequently and to correct issues immediately before they escalate. AuditMatic software and mobile computers are being used to automate gathering, analyzing and reporting field data.
Solutions for lean manufacturing: integrating robotic automation with business systems Robotics On-Line, November 2008
By Brette Christe, JR Automation Technologies
If lean manufacturing is a goal, it may be a good idea to investigate automation solutions that integrate with business systems. This method combines a business’s network and software with machinery and automation equipment. Three examples given.
The Power Of Coordination
- 11/24/08 Industrial Automation Asia, October 2008
By Pekka Immonen, et al, ABB Power Systems
Due to the lack of control coordination, industrial power plants are typically not fully optimised. The purpose of a coordinated control and optimisation system is to improve plant stability and responsiveness to demand or supply disturbances, and to minimise overall fuel costs.
Turning Tin Into Gold Automation World, September 2008
By Dave Gehman
Ohio Coatings Co. focuses on smooth flow of data from its ERP system to its control systems. By the time order information from the business system reaches the production floor, the data has generated many hundreds of production parameters. And every process involved, from incoming quality control on steel, to plating to coiling, can be aggregated into custom certifications for every coil moving out of the plant.
Best Practices in Manufacturing for Windows Vista webcast
- 11/17/08 December 11, 2008 at 2 PM EST
Webcast will review software solutions based on 64-bit technology, Windows Server 2008 and Windows Vista operating systems, and .NET.
Emerson announces online video learning for process automation
- 11/13/08 Online Video Center delivers concise technology, application and industry information in the 3- to 5-minute YouTube format. Topics cover measurement, analytical, control systems, wireless, safety and asset reliability.
OPC Security Webinar
- 11/02/08 November 21, 2008 1:30 p.m. CST
Oline information session addresses security and other issues surrounding the new OPC Unified Architecture (OPC UA) specification.
National Instruments upgrades LabWindows/CVI 9.0
- 11/24/08 Enhancements include an improved compiler and debugger, and Resource Tracking Window to locate potential resource leaks that can decrease system performance over time.
Autodesk reports increased 3Q sales
- 11/20/08 Autodesk reported revenue of $607 million for the third quarter of fiscal 2009, an increase of 13 percent over the third quarter of fiscal 2008.
Apriso supplies FlexNet to EDS
- 11/23/08 EDS launches integrated manufacturing software solution using Apriso’s FlexNet platform.
Genzyme buys InnoCielo FDA module
- 11/05/08 The FDA Module provides the technical controls related to compliance with 21 CFR Part 11 for their engineering drawings.
Emerson to supply automation and services to Flour
- 11/04/08 Emerson will supply PlantWeb, Fisher valves, Rosemount transmitters, Daniel and Micro Motion flow meters, DeltaV and Ovation digital automation systems, and AMS Suite predictive maintenance software.
exiderdome -- A spectacular multimedia traveling expo Multiple Cities Through May 2009
Join Siemens in this exciting, hands-on environment where you will experience and learn more about vital, innovative technologies and strategies from around the world that will transform the way you do business.
ARC's Winning Strategies and Best Practices for Sustainable Manufacturing Forum Orlando, February 2-5, 2009
Sustainable manufacturing is a socially, environmentally, and resource-responsible approach to manufacturing. ARC's Forum defines sustainability in terms that are actionable for a manufacturing business. Learn the strategies, technologies, and practices to address your company’s challenges for sustainability.
ABB Automation & Power World March 24-26, 2009 Orlando, FL
Event merges ABB Automation World and ABB Power World into one comprehensive users conference and exhibition.
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