Lean assembly in precision sheet metal fabrication exemplifies 5S, tool shadow boards and all. About a decade ago, during a ...

Some toolmakers have been a little slow to adopt some of the principles of lean manufacturing. The thinking, as was explained to me in the past, is that each tool is a unique item. It's the opposite ...

As Toyota Motor Corp. embarks on what many experts believe will be a long journey toward rebuilding its reputation for top quality, the company's status as the model for lean manufacturing also has ...

A manufacturing plant produces more than just goods. It’s also a data factory. Every asset, product, process and system on the plant floor creates and contributes to a staggering volume of data. One ...

Keynotes from regional and national experts explore innovation, sustainability, and growth in Vermont’s manufacturing sector ...

Come to know what Lean Manufacturing is about. Learn of the methodology that focuses on minimizing waste within manufacturing systems while maximizing productivity. Waste is seen as anything that ...

In the EMS environment, poka-yokes are beneficial because they improve throughput or mitigate defect opportunities without product design or process changes. Poka-yoke focuses on three types of ...

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Another great Kentucky company continued its growth this week as Kinemetrix, a leader in robotic automation and advanced ...

Lean manufacturing principles can play a crucial role in the electric vehicle (EV) industry in India. The application of lean manufacturing can enhance operational efficiency, reduce waste, and ...

Henry Ford gets the credit for creating the first moving assembly line and revolutionizing the process of making cars, as well as manufacturing in general. And rightly so, but what Henry Ford also did ...