Predictive vs. Preventive Maintenance: Which Strategy is Better for Manufacturers
Downtime in manufacturing is quite expensive nowadays. To prevent downtime, or more precisely, minimise unexpected breakdowns and equipment’s useful life, manufacturers take strategic approaches to maintenance. Two very common techniques are prediction and prevention. Effective maintenance can make a difference in winning in manufacturing. Equipment failure interrupts production, wastes resources, and could compromise safety. Maintaining […]
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Top 5 Benefits of Data Visibility for Optimizing Manufacturing Operations
The manufacturing industry surpasses all other sectors in cloud adoption, with 32% of manufacturers claiming the “cloud leader” designation. The industrial business is transitioning to digital processes as a necessity, not a choice. Cloud computing increases profitability by 22% and typically reduces costs by 23% through enhanced manufacturing processes and planning procedures. Only those who […]
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Top Trends in Manufacturing Execution Systems and Smart Energy Management
Manufacturing execution systems have revolutionised factory management. The technology is an innovation on its own. However, with further advancements in this technology, efficiency and productivity have increased. Manufacturing execution system vendors are integrating their systems with new technologies for faster turnarounds. Companies that have adopted these systems say they provide better management and assistance than […]
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The Role of IoT in Remote Machine Monitoring Systems
Remote monitoring has transformed the manufacturing industry, bringing new levels of process control. This transformation has been driven mainly by what came to be known as the Internet of Things (IoT). IoT enables manufacturers to get real-time information that can help them adjust operations to overcome potential issues and problems. All of this is done […]
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Challenges and Solutions in Remote Machine Monitoring
As the manufacturing industry steadily transitions into Industry 4.0, monitoring machines remotely has become more than just a trend. Thanks to IoT and digital technology advancements, manufacturers can now monitor their equipment from anywhere and keep things running smoothly. But like with any new technology, remote machine monitoring comes with its own set of challenges. […]
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