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Beyond the Robot: Four Capabilities That Define Successful Brownfield Automation
Guest blog by MHI member ForwardX Robotics Brownfield automation is rarely limited by robot technology. The harder task is to fit automation into a factory that is already running. Existing layouts, production processes, traffic, equipment, and IT systems all shape […]
Built for Safety: How Material Handling Equipment Design Prevents Workplace Injuries
Guest blog from New Age Industrial Corp, MHI member company & MHI EASE Industry Group member Safety policies look great on paper, but on a busy distribution floor or processing plant, injuries usually come down to the physical tools your team handles during […]
Glossary of SLAM Terms: A-K
Guest blog by MHI member Slamcore This glossary of Simultaneous Localization and Mapping (SLAM) related terms is intended to help demystify some of the language that is commonly used, and explain the concepts in a simplified way to a newcomer. […]
The Global Footprint Advantage: Why Global Support is the Spec Decision That Protects Your Project
Guest blog by Lantech (MHI Member) A system integrator’s reputation is not just built on the projects that go smoothly. It’s also built on what happens when something doesn’t — and how fast the problem disappears. Multi-site, multi-geographic projects are […]
Barcode and RFID: Asset Identification Technologies in Reusable Packaging Systems
Guest blog from Angelique T. Hoefl, PMG Labels LP (MHI member company) In modern reusable packaging loops, individual asset identification is essential for maintaining supply chain efficiency. Without accurate tracking of returnable transport items (RTIs), such as totes, plastic crates, […]
Incorporating Bulk Containers into Automotive Supply Chains
Guest blog by MHI member ORBIS Corporation Automotive supply chains are complex, with parts moving between suppliers, warehouses and assembly plants before reaching the vehicle. The packaging used to transport, store and stage those parts plays an important role in […]