Confidence in Manufacturing Equals Expansion August 13, 2019 One of the measures of business confidence is the willingness to invest in new facilities based on anticipated future growth. By that measure, the manufacturing industry is confident.
UAW to Begin Labor Talks Amid Slowing Industry, Internal Issues July 5, 2019 The United Auto Workers union this month commences labor negotiations with General Motors Co., Ford Motor Co. and Fiat Chrysler Automobiles. The timing isn’t the best.
Self-Driving Vehicles to Create New Class June 12, 2019 As the autonomous vehicle is quickly developing, the industry’s, as well as the general population’s behavior patterns, will change, creating new opportunities and challenges for all.
After Slowing First Half, Will Manufacturing Hit the Brakes? June 19, 2019 The manufacturing economy has been tapping the brakes during 2019’s first half. The question is whether it slams the brakes during the year’s second half.
Comfort is Key in Today’s Manufacturing Plants April 9, 2019 Providing for your employees is paramount in the current marketplace. If you aren’t offering a comfortable environment for your workers, they’ll seek other options. Thermal comfort is an individual’s subjective assessment of personal satisfaction in an environment and is defined by international comfort standards.
How is Manufacturing Viewed? Survey Says … November 2, 2018 What do Americans think about manufacturing? Are people aware of the vast number of manufacturing jobs available? Will U.S. manufacturers be able to hire enough qualified workers?
A case of less is not only more but quite necessary October 9, 2018 Being a competitive player in the aerospace and defense industry is no small feat. In an industry in which you need to be accountable for every piece of an assembly, meeting customer expectations and requirements can be daunting tasks.
Ivy Tech Helps Expand Educational Opportunities to Meet the Needs of Employers October 9, 2018 In Indiana, we make stuff. Diesel engines and generators. Caskets and hospital beds. Car parts and automobiles. Pharmaceuticals and medical devices. The list is as diverse as it is extensive.
Getting a Good Fix on ‘FOD’ October 4, 2018 Manufacturers and fabricators build their reputation on the quality of the products they produce. A vital part of the quality process is regulating Foreign Object Debris (FOD), defined as any substance, debris or article alien to a vehicle or system which could potentially cause damage or prevent proper functioning of the system.
Real-time Monitoring Will Pay Now & Later October 1, 2018 The in-service commercial airline fleet is forecast to grow from nearly 25,000 in early 2017 to over 35,000 by 2027, according to research firm Oliver Wyman. This is good news for the manufacturing industry. But, considering that there is an almost 10-year backlog at current production rates, it is also a challenge.
