Human bodies and aircraft might not seem to be very similar at first glance, but they do share one common characteristic; when they go wrong, the consequences can be disastrous.
Idhammar Systems, a provider of OEE and CMMS software systems, have released a new Energy Monitor which when combined with a few discrete energy CT meters can help manufacturers significantly reduce energy costs.
West Yorkshire based MES Systems Integrator; Cimlogic has recently been selected to provide an OEE System at chewing gum manufacturer, Wrigley in Plymouth, UK.
Global pharmaceutical company, Pfizer has doubled production at its Havant site in a year while generating savings of over £1.5 million.
Idhammar Systems, a provider of total productive maintenance and manufacturing software, has announced an online suggestion scheme as a way for businesses to involve the whole team in the continuous improvement process.
Taking a look at the topic of risk management, Martin Fessey, a VP at commercial insurer FM Global, unpicks the intricacies of continuity planning.
With a Manufacturing Execution System manufacturers can go beyond OEE to tackle other hidden wastes, finds Malcolm Wheatley.
Maintenance company AIC Group has secured contracts worth £560,000 to service autoclaves at three manufacturers.
Reducing anything that incurs costs is an essential part of lean manufacturing. Turning two into one can often mean less energy and more space, Christopher Zei, vice president, Global Accounts, OEM, and Industry at Rockwell Automation discusses how to make machines more efficient.
Rebecca Kelly is an Associate at hlw Keeble Hawson LLP, and specialises in commercial, IT and IP law, as well as advising clients on the considerations and implications of trading online. Here she provides her top ten legal tips.
