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The article discusses the Roads & Bridges' Mid-year Equipment Survey where two-thirds of companies characterized 2015's business year as at least good and 40% saw it as very good or excellent. Topics discussed include an uptick seen in used equipment value and length of time equipment being kept, plans of 68% of respondents to rent more equipment and the perception of growth across the board with city and village-level agencies anticipating a return to pre-recessional levels of productivity.

The Internet of Things permeates our lives daily, changing the way we live by shifting how we connect and communicate with people or systems. The same holds true for the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), which offers similar benefits when used to increase plant productivity and reliability. “For automation, control, and process management, the industry has been collecting data and using it to inform actions for years," said Kevin Clark VP of Fluke Accelix.

The article discusses the application of industrial internet of things (IIoT) for pneumatic industrial systems. Topics discussed include modern production environments and equipment relying on real-time data analysis, details on IIoT implementation so as to improve industrial productivity and the role of IIoT in monitoring the performance of valve cylinders and tracking pressure variances.

The article focuses on the state of employment and manufacturing in the U.S. and mentions the technology such as the industry Internet of Things (IOT). Topics discussed include impact of automation on the productivity of work, how technology helps in decreasing costs, and the growth of manufacturing output in the previous years.

The article discusses ventilation and moisture as two aspects of building operations that directly impact worker health and productivity. Topics covered include one cause of under ventilation in locations such as conference rooms, ways to improve ventilation effectiveness and lessen the possibility of virus sharing among occupants and the benefits of conducting accurate indoor and outdoor carbon dioxide measurements.

Billions of dollars have been spent by companies on technology to increase the productivity of knowledge workers through process automation, communication and other enablers, and these have increased productivity throughout the economy. There has been much less focus on enhancing the productivity of industrial and technical workers through technology investments. [Extracted from the article]

The article offers information on the application of electro-hydraulic motion controllers for the synchronization of multiple hydraulic axes. Topics include the role of multi-axis synchronization in improving productivity and quality, linear magnetostrictive displacement transducers (LMDTs), and selection and programming of motion controllers.

The article offers information on nine tips to improve industrial safety and productivity, compiled by industrial automation company Rockwell Automation. Topics include the review of security risks in relation to safety risks, early performance of risk assessments in the design process, and the benefits of the Internet of Things (IoT) in detecting failures.

The article discusses the use of robotic arms in manufacturing. Topics include the impact of the cost efficiency and easy installation of collaborative robots such as robotic arms on an organization's return on investment (ROI), the potential use of the Industrial Internet of Things to offer subscription models to manufacturers, and the use of end-of-arm tools and accessories to improve efficiency and productivity.

The article informs that the U.S. manufacturing industry is experiencing revenues decline for the second-straight year, amidst industrial revolution. It mentions the impact of government regulation, taxation, and low energy prices on state of manufacturing. It mentions role of Industrial Internet of Things on industrial productivity. It further discusses impact of Trump administration on the industry.

The article offers information on the medical and industrial applications of optical coherence tomography (OCT). It mentions that OCT promises innovative methods for process control and quality assurance in which real-time OCT can monitor continuous assembly and manufacturing processes. It adds that system designers can use OCT as an analysis tool for nondestructive testing and monitoring of hidden structures to increase quality, throughput, and yield in manufacturing process.

The article offers seven steps on how to attain central-plant optimization, which is vital in achieving and sustaining ongoing energy and cost saving. The steps include creating a flexible infrastructure, maximizing efficiency through building automation, and measuring, verifying and managing performance data. The author also emphasizes the need for building owners and operators to take holistic approach in handling their central plant, which consumes the most energy of the organization.

The article focuses on the new technologies used for high-volume production of precise and cost-effective wafer-level stacks of lenses for next generation cameras. It states that with the emerging development on cameras, manufacturers of wafer-level optics also find innovation to cope with the increasing demand. It mentions that manufacturers are also developing special tools and methods to maximize production yields and optimize the optics itself.

The article reports that half of office workers surveyed by research firm Software Advice expressed that they are dissatisfied with their office's temperature several times a month. Topics discussed include temperature control solutions available that gives employees control over the office's temperature, the impact of having more control of the office's thermostat on productivity and morale and temperature preferences across all age and gender.

The article offers ways on how to increase the sales productivity of the medical laboratory. According to the author, the secret to building an excellent sales force is in repeating core training on basic sales skills and studying the competition. Furthermore, the seven ways he has discussed include establishing rapport, building value through linkage, overcoming objections and client relationship management.

The article focuses on the productivity improvements of vendors of telecom–grade diode lasers. Telecom grade diodes are now available at industrial price points. The telecom–grade diode lasers are expected to grow if industrial diode technology delivers through technical advances and increased manufacturing efficiency.

The article discusses significance of motion controllers in bearing manufacturing by grouping machinery into integrated workcells to increase product quality and industrial productivity. It informs about a bearing press workcell manufactured by Multipress Inc. at the Miba Bearings plant in McConnellsville, Ohio. It also presents views of Plant Manager Jerry Donahue for the same.

The article evaluates values of supply chains in business development. topics discussed include commercial earnings, cost-saving measures in reducing exposure of supply risk; offering product design to customers for quick efficiency improvements; and talks about procurement costs in spending better for productivity gains.

The article focuses on advancement of boiler technology that will result in increased productivity, enhanced connectivity, reduced emissions and most importantly, advancements in safety. It mentions boiler systems can improve in efficiency and turndown capability and platforms incorporate burner management and combustion control. It also mentions advances in burner management will bring better end-user efficiency and saving on fuel costs.

The article focuses on benefits of robotic automation such as improved quality, reduced costs, and access to real-time data from equipment and return on investment (ROI) that minimizes implementation costs and maximizes equipment utilization. It mentions automation also offers a competitive edge and acts as a solution to the skilled worker shortage and solution for slowed business growth and productivity. It also mentions employee safety is another added benefit of automation.

The article offers suggestions on the use of motion control systems in industries to speed up changeovers and boost productivity. Topics discussed include the use of smart motion systems such as an intelligent track or conveyor system, the improvement in industrial productivity through this, and the decreased reduce energy costs by using smart motion systems.

The article discusses the significance of the silicon carbide (SiC) mirrors in increasing the scan rate and consequent productivity of the tool that uses scanning technique. This technology offers hardness, high strength and high thermal conductivity. It can also be formed into complex three-dimensional (3-D) structures, allowing efficient manufacture of integrated optomechanical assemblies. It can also be a replacement of the beryllium mirrors used in high-speed laser drilling tools.

The article discusses software-defined embedded systems that integrate multiple devices such as a processor, memory and input/output, into smaller, more powerful systems that can fit into any piece of equipment for a specific purpose. A table is provided showing an overview of the benefits and considerations of different types of embedded systems technologies such as microcontrollers and microprocessors. It cites the challenges faced by embedded platforms like the need for higher productivity.

The article discusses the findings of survey which predicts that volume of construction contracts awarded for 2019 will slip 3 percent across the board effectively ending nine years of economic expansion. It mentions market performance more traditionally with construction put-in-place data with issues such as increase in skilled worker shortages and demand more productivity with wearable technology for virtual reality. It also mentions energy efficiency also contributes to productivity levels.

The article offers information on renewing old stretch forming machines with new hydraulic and digital controls to enhance the machines productivity. It states that LMI Aerospace Inc. made a such transformation from panel switches to using proportional hydraulic valves controlled by joysticks. It mentions that the company upgraded the system to use an electronic motion controller as it needed repeatability and precise motion.

The article reports on the significance of flow measurements in the flight worthiness of aircraft. It mentions that the ground testing of the hydraulic and pneumatic systems being installed at aircraft, missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles is critical in conducting the flight worthiness. It states that accurate data from flow measurements would help determine the system performance.

The article discusses the use of software tools such as Test Assistant and TestStats in improving test efficiency and test operation productivity. Both software tools from DIT-MCO International provide an engineering environment for manufacturers and end users testing complex products. In addition, the tools offer testing solutions for complex wired assemblies and establish a database that can be used for detailed analysis. Specifically, TestAssistant accommodates an engineering change order (ECO) or other design update, by importing the wiring changes.

The article discusses the reduction of error vector magnitude (EVM) production test time and identification of failure mechanisms. The time need for EVM testing can be lessened substantially through the development of algorithms that take advantage of the new ATE architecture. Traditional EVM measurements performed during the development stage utilize a similar training process for each test to check the capability of the integrated circuits to correct itself. EVM test is becoming a requirement for multiple-input multiple-output/orthogonal frequency division multiplexing (MIMI/OFDM) devices because of its capability to test the system-level performance.

The article features several techniques related to printed electronics technology. The author claims that these techniques would deliver high productivity through the state-the-art equipment and procedures. These techniques include ink-jet printing, which provides high resolution, flexibility, relatively low cost and compatibility to any of the substrate and screen printing that uses a variety of substrates to deposit thick films in a single pass. Other methods include nanoimprint lithography, which has three-dimensional stamp which pressed the resist materials in either heat or ultraviolet (UV) exposure.

The article focuses on the strategies adopted by the manufacturing industry to maintain the successful implementation of global 24/7 manufacturing activities. It notes that the key to success of a 24/7 operation include commitments to productivity, cost, investment budgets and total amount spent on the project. RollEase decided to use a three-dimensional product design tool to ensure consistency and eliminate delays and rework caused by using the wrong versions of designs.

The article discusses some strategies for maintaining the efficiency of industrial equipment and preventing fatal safety mishaps. It stresses that poorly managed equipment maintenance can have a damaging impact on an entire company, including lost production, increasing inventory carrying costs and potentially fatal accidents. A study conducted by the Aberdeen Group found that majority of respondents consider asset maintenance as important to their organizations' success.

Presents an outlook for the trends in aerospace machining over the next 20 years from 2005. Key projects and major defense contracts impacting the future of aerospace machining; Demands that aerospace manufacturers are facing as production increases; Manufacturing advances from where aircraft builders and subcontractors can profit; Benefits of positional five-axis machining. INSETS: Software for aerospace machining;High-accuracy simulation.

Features the Spin Stack plastic injection molding technology from Danish plastic manufacturing company Gram Technology. Advantages of using the technology; Reasons for the ability of conventional stack molds to double production rates per injection cycle; Purpose of turning the center core of the technology.

Discusses the use of lean accounting as a tool to improve decision making and production process in business in the U.S. History of the emergence of lean accounting approach; Effect of lean accounting on industrial productivity; Financial perspective of lean accounting approach. INSET: Everything Is A Process.

Focuses on the measurement of the value of a labor force. Appropriate method for measuring productivity, according to Roger Shroeder, professor of operations management at the University of Minnesota's Carlson School of Management; Opinion of Paul Adelberg, vice president of manufacturing of Hayward Pool Products, on the significance of adherence to customer demand rate; Effect of focusing excessively on a particular productivity factor.

Deals with the information technology (IT) initiative of automaker Toyota Motor Corp. designed to boost industrial efficiency and reduce inventory. Role of i2 Technologies Inc. in the IT initiative; Background information on the success of the Toyota Production System; Manufacturing approaches. INSET: 'STEP INSIDE THE CIRCLE'.

The article discusses industrial automation and in the U.S. manufacturing industry. Industrial automation and control will reportedly play a big role in meeting the demands of manufacturers for more efficiency and enhanced communications. Connectivity solutions and the Internet of Things (IoT) market are mentioned. Waste reduction, productivity and plant safety through automation is also discussed.

An interview with William Killingsworth, vice president of manufacturing and supply chain research at the organization DESE Research, is presented. Killingsworth talks about his concern about the state of manufacturing in the U.S. He explains the difficulty in measuring the manufacturing output of computers and peripheral devices. He also comments on the role of currency manipulation in the decline in manufacturing.

The article discusses the efforts of industrial automation suppliers to improve productivity and efficiency. Topics covered include the views of Ursula Bongiovanni, president of industrial automation solutions distributor Innovative Automation, on working with the food industry, the need of customers for additional expertise, according to Eric Fillion, director of marketing at Finland-based process performance provider Metso, and product lines of industrial automation firm Phoenix Contact.

Reports on the results of a survey on manufacturing operations and productivity of 1990-1994 winners of America's Best Plants. Impact of the award on productivity improvement; Comments from industry executives; Problems associated with global competition; Challenges in the industry. INSET: Best not good enough..

The article reports on the growth in the U.S. manufacturing sector. It has been predicted that the industrial production will continue growth through the remainder of 2013. A rebound in the housing industry and higher demand for transportation equipment has driven manufacturing growth domestically. However, Dan Meckstroth, chief economist for the Manufacturers Alliance for Productivity and Innovation, says this growth is moderate.

The article discusses lean management system of Kevin Thompson ,chief financial officer (CFO) at Cambridge Engineering. Topics include continuously lean improvement in production; the new layout which move inventory to the operators and reduce the material handling needs; and views of speaker Jerry Solomon on roles in operations and finance.

The article discusses the benefits of adding new features and capabilities to bearings to improve productivity and lower costs. Bearings have been used to reduce friction, support loads and reinforce system rigidity. Sensors, signal-processing capabilities and advanced housings are being added by bearing designers to provide longer service lives. Particular focus is given to sensor bearings, steering units and bearing housings.

The article discusses the machine vision (MV) system adapted by one of the food and beverage industries in China to increase throughput, eliminate human error, and improve productivity. According to Steve Zhu of Teledyne DALSA, machine vision represents a major market for automated inspection as it checks bottles that are fit for reuse. The plan of Mingjia Packaging Inspection Technology Co. Ltd. to pursue higher throughput and faster operating speeds by upgrding the MV hardware is stated.

The article focuses on the role of the World Class Manufacturing (WCM) initiative to the success of Chrysler Group LLC. It notes that the WCM, which focuses on trimming waste, enhancing productivity, and improving quality and safety, has driven the growth of the company in terms of earnings. It adds that WCM has also revived Fiat SpA.

The article focuses on the utilization of a closed-loop system at Fort Wayne, Indiana-based Steel Dynamics Inc. to enhance the efficiency of a continuous I-beam caster at its facility in Columbia City, Indiana. It notes that the said company asked the assistance of hydraulics system integrator Hartsock Industrial to fix the problem and upgrade the motion controls for the line. It mentions that the closed-loop system has improved machine productivity at Steel Dynamics Inc.

The article focuses on the identification of survey respondents of the challenges to their productivity growth and profitability for 5 to 10 years. It mentions that respondents identified challenges including productivity operations, customer demand volatility, and skilled employees attraction and retention. It also mentions that these challenges will intensify until 2050 due to converging trends such as less-qualified and smaller workforce, and material costs and customer demand volatility.

The article focuses on the strategies to conduct power quality evaluation for industrial and commercial areas. In a power outage incident in a residential area, the resetting of electronic appliances will not cause permanent damage. However in the case of chemical processing plants, power failure may greatly affect production procedures. The use of microprocessors during power failures would somehow result to poor production quality.

The article cites the reasons contributing to the improvement of coffee production world wide. First, the Brazilian government introduced a stabilized currency that encourage coffee producers to export and invest in their own competitiveness. Second, agricultural machine builders developed coffee harvesters with higher productivity and energy efficiency.