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Get Ready for the Largest and Most Comprehensive PACK EXPO International Ever

With over 1.3 million square feet of exhibition space, the show will showcase innovations from nearly 2,700 exhibitors serving more than 40 industries, making it the premier destination for anyone in the packaging and processing world.

From Simple Fixes to Advanced AI: A Small Manufacturer's Guide to Industry 4.0

You might be aware that Industry 5.0 is aspirational for even the manufacturing who’s who and while the jury is still out on what exactly the goal of 5.0 is, many experts observe that Industry 4.0 is far from complete

Fast Micro-Dispensing Actuators Benefit from the Piezoelectric Effect

Enhancing production line efficiency while meeting the quality standards of small-scale components requires the accurate dispensing of highly viscous substances, such as sealants, glues, or solder pastes.

PACK EXPO 2024 Product Preview

PACK EXPO International 2024 takes place November 3rd - 6th in Chicago, Illinois. The Exhibit hall floor will be loaded with new products and services. Here is a preview of some things to look forward to at this years event.

Dynamic Scenario Modeling Optimizes Automated Supply Chain Planning

Supply chain organizations, however, must understand that AI also brings potential problems, such as loss of human expertise, algorithm bias, lack of quality data, system failures, and high initial capital investments.

MHP study proves it: Wireless charging increases productivity of AGVs by 50%

The aim of the MHP study was to demonstrate the advantages of process-integrated charging points using inductive point charging systems such as Wiferion over conventional charging zones using a real-life optimization scenario in a medium-sized production company.

Shaping Tomorrow’s Workforce

The workforce has changed too, as younger employees replace retirees. New strategies and resources are needed to ensure prospective hires possess the right skill set and that employers are prepared to recruit, develop, and retain productive, satisfied workers.

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How AIoT technologies drive manufacturing digitalization

AIoT (Artificial Intelligence of Things) is playing a key role in this transformation, combining AI and IoT to enhance operations, safety, and productivity in factories.

U.S. Businesses at a Crossroads: Preparing for Success Post-2024 Presidential Election

The future likely holds significant changes for trade, taxes, and regulatory compliance. As a result, it’s crucial U.S. businesses avoid making decisions contingent on election outcomes, and instead focus on resilience, agility, and growth.

Machine Learning Unlocks Predictive Maintenance for Manufacturer

With an accuracy rate of more than 99%, AI-aided predictive maintenance systems can greatly reduce costs and improve uptime for manufacturers.

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BioMADE Announces $26.9 Million Invested in 17 Projects Supporting U.S. Bioindustrial Manufacturing Innovations and Workforce Development

Projects will support the domestic production of sustainable materials and chemicals for consumer products and defense applications, while also creating the manufacturing workforce of the future.

Pack-Smart Inc. to showcase innovative Delta-X solutions at Pack Expo International 2024

At Booth #W-16075, Pack-Smart will showcase its Delta-X Track and Trace solutions, designed to meet the growing demand for product authentication, regulatory compliance, and patient safety in the pharmaceutical supply chain.

Quintus Unveils World's Largest High Pressure Processing System

Model QIF 600L HPP Press Scales New Productivity Heights

Low Volume Manufacturing of CNC Machining

CNC machining low volume manufacturing or small batch manufacturing is the process of producing small batches using computer numerical control (CNC) machines.

How to realize the automatic production of corrugated boxes?

In a long period, the corrugated carton box production is a labor costing industry. There are so many box styles, like Fefco list. From one style to another, The worker who adjusting the machine should be skilled. Aopack bring new solutions for corrugated cardboard production according to Industry 4.0 plan. Aopack fully automatic short run on demand cardboard box making machine, let the corrugated box production never so easy!

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Reduce Worker Discomfort with Industrial Sports Medicine™ Solution

Reduce Worker Discomfort with Industrial Sports Medicine™ Solution

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Pleora Technologies

Pleora Technologies

Pleora is a leading supplier of AI, embedded, and sensor networking solutions. The company was formed in 2000 and has gained a well-earned reputation for technology leadership and innovation. Manufacturers rely on our products, standards expertise, and systems knowledge to bypass development and integration complexities in a diverse range of demanding real-time imaging application for the industrial automation, security & defense, and medical imaging markets. Visit www.pleora.com