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Tariffs & the Factory: What Plant Leaders Can Do to Fight...

Executive Snapshot Tariff policy has shifted sharply in the past 18 months, squeezing margins for U.S. discrete-manufacturing plants. Metal duties remain in force, a new 25% levy on imported vehicles
MachineMetrics / May 01, 2025

Optimize Changeovers and Reduce Downtime with...

Did you know that MachineMetrics provides real-time visibility into tool life across your entire shop floor? MachineMetrics Tool Life Monitoring delivers real-time visibility into tool life and
MachineMetrics / Apr 29, 2025

Bridging the Gap Between Shop Floor and ERP

Despite significant investments in ERP systems, many manufacturers still struggle to manage their operations effectively. The root of the problem? A lack of accurate, real-time data from the
MachineMetrics / Apr 09, 2025

How a Global Automotive Supplier Prevents Tool Failures and...

Customer Profile Industry: Automotive Operations: High-volume precision machining for major automotive OEMs Products: Complex machined components used in steering, driveline, and suspension systems
MachineMetrics / Mar 10, 2025
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    Lean AND Industry 4.0
    Lean Manufacturing / October 31, 2017
    At UGN, sustainability means, "Minimizing waste to improve efficiency, add value, and refine the manufacturing process for our automotive products when and where we can." Another important part of...

    Working with your staff transitioning to lean manufactu...
    Lean Manufacturing / October 23, 2017
    A lean audit is the first step toward lean manufacturing, and it is extremely important to do it right. First of all, it is important to work with your team throughout the entire process. “It is...

    Do you know these five lean management principles?
    Lean Manufacturing / October 23, 2017
    If you're interested in lean, there are five manufacturing terms to know when it comes to the basics of lean manufacturing. These terms might help you put words to what you see in action every day....

    SaaS, The Cloud and the Evolution of Information Techno...
    MachineMetrics / October 16, 2017
    Things have changed. Digital transformation is about changing business models and about companies not just taking advantage of the huge opportunities created by these latest technologies but...

    When lean manufacturing creates more jobs
    Lean Manufacturing / October 12, 2017
    Nationwide Curtain Makers has grown significantly in the past two years by putting a heavy focus on improving their manufacturing efficiency. They used to be a retailer with six employees and two...
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