Industry WeekAfter months of inconsistent demand, North American manufacturers may soon get help from federal regulators. In Canada, a new program called Factory of the Future aims to dole out some $380 million in aid to local manufacturers. For factory managers, the mix of aid and better economics could create an opportunity to invest in new manufacturing technology. Here are five tips for getting the most out of those bets.
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Manufacturing Business TechnologyThanks to recent and dramatic technology advances by companies like Oculus Rift, Sony, Samsung, and Microsoft, VR has become not only a tremendously cool technology but also one that is super accessible and scalable. Intrigued? You need to be. First, let’s explore what the technology is and then its compelling relevance to the manufacturing landscape.
Visit http://www.mbtmag.com/articles/2015/07/virtual-reality-new-daily-reality-manufacturer-sales-and-marketing to view the full article online.
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Industry WeekWhile the notion of global trade may conjure thoughts of air and sea freight crossing oceans and hemispheres, the simple fact is that, for U.S. manufacturers, two of the surest international export/import partners can be found only a drive away from our border cities. Today, U.S.-Canada and U.S.-Mexico trade relationships rank among the strongest in the world.
Visit http://www.industryweek.com/logistics/putting-trade-canada-and-mexico-map-us-manufacturers to view the full article online.
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Industry WeekEvery year for the past 11 years, Gartner has conducted a poll of its own analysts and a peer group of 200 or so supply chain practitioners and experts to determine which companies have the best supply chains. Read more for the annual unveiling of the Top 25 supply chains of the year!
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ReutersAs if slumping commodity prices and unhappy shareholders were not enough, global mining companies are also facing a looming succession crisis. Several mining CEOs have reached, or are nearing, retirement age, and industry executives, recruiters, and analysts worry that there is not enough people with the right skills and experience to replace the old guard.
Visit http://www.reuters.com/article/2015/07/20/mining-global-executives-idUSL2N0ZX29Y20150720 to view the full article online.
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November 3-5, 2015 | Las Vegas, NV This course explores all factors that go into good gear design, from life cycle, load, torque, tooth optimization, and evaluating consequences. Interact with a group of your peers and with a talented, well-respected instructor who will push your thinking beyond its normal boundaries. Students should have a good understanding of basic gear theory and nomenclature.
Visit https://www.agma.org/events-training/detail/2015-detailed-gear-design-beyond-simple-service-factors to view the full article online.
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