A new milestone in smart manufacturing has been reached in China. Midea Group’s Jingzhou washing machine factory has been officially certified by London-based World Record Certification Agency (WRCA) as the world’s first intelligent agent factory covering multiple manufacturing scenarios.
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Quality control is now a highly integrated, data-driven process that spans the entire product lifecycle. Among the technologies driving this evolution, augmented reality (AR) has emerged as a transformative force. By merging digital data with physical environments in real time, AR is reshaping how manufacturers perform inspections, train personnel, and maintain quality processes.
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Industrial inspection is under more pressure than ever. Manufacturers across aerospace, automotive, medical, and energy sectors are expected to deliver flawless products while reducing cycle times and production costs. Traditional inspection methods, though precise, often struggle to keep pace with the speed of modern production lines.
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Invention and innovation are the lifeblood of family-owned and family-run TARUS, the only U.S.-based manufacturer of clay milling machines for vehicle design. In 1984, the Michigan-based company completely changed the
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Cognitive automation is emerging as one of the most significant enablers of smart manufacturing. By combining artificial intelligence, machine learning, and computer vision with traditional automation, it goes beyond executing repetitive tasks to make decisions, adapt to changing conditions, and continuously learn from data.
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Today’s manufacturing environment demands ever-higher efficiency while maintaining strict product quality standards. The concept of Industry 4.0 addresses these challenges by integrating digital technologies and cyber-physical systems into the production ecosystem. At the heart of this transformation is the implementation of tools that enable real-time data acquisition, rapid adaptability, and minimal human intervention in repetitive or complex tasks.
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Reverse engineering has evolved far beyond its early reputation as a way to simply replicate existing parts. In today’s manufacturing, it has become a strategic capability enabling rapid prototyping, streamlined production, product lifecycle extension, and even design innovation. Advancements in metrology, 3D scanning, and software have transformed reverse engineering from a reactive, problem-solving tool into a proactive driver of competitive advantage.
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Before adopting Creaform’s 3D measurement technology, accurately inspecting large and heavy weldments posed a significant challenge for Xtreme Manufacturing.
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While humanoid robots like have made headlines in recent months for their physical versatility, the Hannover Messe showcase pushed the envelope by connecting their motion systems to AI copilots capable of real-time decision-making in dynamic factory environments.
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The global manufacturing industry is undergoing a profound transformation. Confronted with persistent labor shortages, complex supply chains and rising tariffs, manufacturers are turning to artificial intelligence (AI) and automation not just as tools of convenience, but as essential ingredients for future success.
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