Discrete Manufacturers: Consider Reshoring with Industrial Automation
Does reshoring make sense for discrete manufacturers? Of course, it’s a nuanced question, but with advances in industrial automation, reshoring has become a realistic possibility for many different manufacturers. If your company is considering reshoring some (or many) of your components, there are a few considerations. Here’s what you should know about the benefits of … Read More
4 Ways Industrial Automation Helps Ensure the Die Casting Industry’s Success
Wes-Tech recently exhibited at the North American Die Casting Association’s Congress & Tabletop in Grand Rapids, Michigan. As we’ve noted before, the die casting industry as a whole is forecasted for some major growth in the coming years. However, success is never guaranteed in any domain without forethought and action. At the event, we noted … Read More
Addressing the Die Casting Industry’s Labor Problem
As you may have heard, the die casting industry expects huge growth in the coming years. While this is exciting news, the industry will face significant challenges to keep up with this anticipated growth. The Die Casting Industry is Thriving Industry growth is never a bad thing, but it can present some hurdles. Exactly how … Read More
Industrial Automation: A Viable Solution for Labor Shortages
The labor shortage crisis is real and widespread, and it’s not going away any time soon. The Association for Advancing Automation (A3) recently cited Deloitte Insight’s prediction that 2.1 million U.S. manufacturing jobs will be vacant in 2030. A3 went on to explain that labor shortage is global, and that the manufacturing giant, China, is … Read More
Two Reasons for Anticipated Growth in the Industrial Automation Market
A recent article from Automation.com reviewed a report by Interact Analysis with forecasts for the global industrial automation market. The article notes that “global economic volatility and supply chain disruptions” due to Covid have caused “project delays and decreased spending on automation projects.” Yet Interact Analysis predicts an average growth rate of 5 – 7% … Read More
Solving the Puzzle: Supply Chain Strategies, Tech, and Automation
A recent article from Michigan State University asks some timely questions: “How can automotive manufacturers optimize their supply chains?” “What are some strategies that companies can put in place to reduce product and part shortages?” “How can companies keep up with technological advancements in the supply chain?” We thought these were excellent questions, and so … Read More