Material Handling
Smart conveyors streamline wet wipes packaging challenges
Smart conveying solutions enable high-speed throughput of delicate wet wipes
Top 5 Plant Engineering articles May 10-16, 2021
Articles about how to keep spare part inventories accurate for maintenance departments, what a bad or non-existent maintenance program costs manufacturers, and why commodity casters cause injuries were Plant Engineering’s five most clicked articles from May 10-16, 2021. Miss something? You can catch up here.
Why commodity casters cause injuries
Commodity casters are workplace injuries waiting to happen
Seven shortcomings of commodity casters
The right application-specific casters and wheels can help optimize workflow
How a moving 3D printing platform cuts waste, costs
Researchers at USC Viterbi have developed a unique low-cost dynamically-controlled surface for 3D printers that reduces waste and saves time. See video.
Smart, compact electromechanical actuators improve AGV productivity and space efficiency
Integration with AGVs on plant floors increases operational intelligence
Fundamentals of forklift safety
Keep employees safe and productive by reinforcing these safety reminders
Supply chain show releases statement on coronavirus, adds education panel
MODEX 2020 in Atlanta is not being delayed; education panel on COVID-19 related to supply chain has been added for attendees.
Donation made for mechatronics lab at university
Omron Foundation made a donation to California State University, Chico (Chico State) for an expanded mechatronics laboratory and classroom space.
How air casters optimize factory flexibility
Integrated air bearings make it possible to implement a reconfigurable system to improve or supplement manufacturing floor changes.