We’ve all seen the “Now Hiring” signs in the windows of local establishments. The COVID-19 pandemic triggered an unprecedented labor shortage for businesses across various industries. Currently, there are 10 million jobs available in the United States, but only 6 million unemployed people. People have several reasons for not re-entering the workforce: early retirement lack of affordable and quality childcare …
How Implementing New Technology Eliminates Manufacturing Downtime
As AI technology continues to streamline industrial processes, one of the most exciting applications has been the role the technology plays in eliminating machinery downtime. Downtime can be for a scheduled procedure, or an unexpected stoppage caused by an equipment malfunction. Failed equipment in your workflow affects performance. Equipment and machinery failures can disrupt production, and the resulting downtime is …
Artificial Intelligence and Robotics: The Benefits of a Smart Warehouse
Most companies are already using artificial intelligence in their warehouses. Robots are used by major companies like Amazon and Coca-Cola to stack and store products. They can be programmed to place items based on expiration dates, frequency of purchase, and other factors to increase convenience within the warehouse. Other ways warehouses are using AI-powered technologies: Self-driving vehicles replacing forklifts and …
Utilizing Robotics in Manufacturing
Innovations in robotics have thrived in the automotive industry for over 75 years. What’s new are the latest applications of this evolving technology, and new management systems to imbed in the process to achieve efficiencies. These applications make industrial robotics applicable far beyond the automotive industry, and likely into your industry as well. In today’s manufacturing systems, industrial robots are …
Advantages of Automated Wood Marking
Coding and marking is an indispensable aspect of wood production that has existed since the earliest days of the logging industry. Coding and marking ensure the safety and consistency of products and allow clear communication along the supply chain. Wood markings can provide an abundance of critical information at every stage of the supply chain. Nature’s Packaging shares some of …