Smart manufacturing, or "industry 4.0," is transforming manufacturing back into an economic powerhouse. It’s helping companies digitally transform their manufacturing operations to provide new ...

The last 10 years have seen amazing developments in technology relevant to manufacturers. Design optimization, 3D printing, augmented reality and advancements in robotics are but a few. Often included ...

What can your garage door opener teach you about Industry 4.0? Look at it this way, says Jeffrey Schipper, Global Segmentation Manager at Proto Labs (Maple Plain, MN), a supplier of rapid injection ...

Capvidia will demonstrate how manufacturers can preserve and reuse engineering intent across design, manufacturing, quality and the supply chain at IMTS 2026, Sept. 14-19, at Boot ...

Digital transformation involves the integration of digital technologies and the reimagining of business processes to enhance operations, improve customer experiences, and drive innovation. Digital ...

Data is everywhere, and if you know what to do with it, can be tremendously valuable. Huge volumes of data are collected in manufacturing industries across the supply chain, with the help of ...

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Let’s say you’re about to design a brand new product. You have a lot of work ahead of you. You need to define the specs, create the design, source suppliers, check in with experts in legal and in ...