Print Buffalo Grove, IL – Nov. 5, 2024 – Geopolitical instability and other looming supply chain disruptors are pushing many companies to take a serious look at reshoring. Wes-Tech Automation Solutions supports the reshoring movement by helping manufacturers evaluate the profitability and return on investment (ROI) of leveraging automation to enable reshoring. As a leading … Read More
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The Industrial Automation Advantage: Rising to Consumer Expectations in a Fast-Paced Market
Manufacturers of consumer goods are encountering higher consumer expectations than ever before and are turning to industrial automation to help them rise to the challenge of these demands. Consumers today are generally more discerning and have higher expectations compared to previous generations. Modern consumers, especially younger generations like Gen Z, are more deliberate about their … Read More
4 Use Cases for Machine Tending in Manufacturing
Machine tending is the process of using robots to automate tasks associated with operating industrial machines, such as CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machines, metal presses, plastics molding, and metal casting. Machine tending is widely used across various industries—from automotive to consumer goods to aerospace and defense—to enhance efficiency, precision, and safety in components manufacturing. 1. … Read More
The Past, Present, and Future of Material Handling in Manufacturing
Material handling is a crucial aspect of modern industrial operations. It involves the movement, storage, and control of materials and products throughout the manufacturing process. Effective material handling ensures smooth workflows, enhances productivity, and minimizes operational downtime. Historically, material handling was dominated by manual labor, with workers relying on basic tools like handcarts, wheelbarrows, and … Read More
DFAA Strategies: Optimizing Product Design for Automated Assembly Success
Design for automated assembly (DFAA) is a strategic manufacturing approach that not only boosts efficiency but also plays a pivotal role in enhancing the quality of the final product. In terms of efficiency, DFAA simplifies product design, which in turn helps streamline production and reduce labor costs. As for product quality, DFAA minimizes damage and … Read More
Advancing Automation: The Intersection of Machine Learning and Robotics
Machine learning (ML) and robotics are intersecting in a way that pushes the boundaries of what automated systems can do. The fusion of machine learning with robotics creates more adaptable robots that can perform complex tasks, contributing to advancements in various industries and everyday life. By leveraging machine learning, robots can work efficiently and flexibly … Read More
5 Steps to Determine Factory Automation Readiness
The United States factory automation market is growing, and manufacturers now face an almost perpetual question about their factory automation readiness—whether to introduce or increase automation at their plants. Many manufacturers in the United States have already begun using factory automation, especially in the industrial Midwest. Whether a manufacturer is just starting their industrial automation … Read More
How An Automotive OEM Found Multiple Solutions with Tech-Trak
When a Big Three U.S. automotive OEM needed an automation solution to address their changing manufacturing strategy, Wes-Tech delivered with Tech-Trak single-strand pallet conveyors plus the integration and mobility to meet their needs. The re-deployability of our Tech-Trak product allowed this OEM to reconfigure their existing Tech-Trak equipment to serve a new purpose, on time and … Read More
What is Machine Vision? Applications and Trends You Should Know
The global machine vision industry is expected to reach a market value of $18.4 billion by 2028. As a robotics integrator, we’re particularly interested in the use of computer vision systems in industrial environments and the multitude of ways manufacturers can benefit from them. Machine vision uses digital imaging technology to guide manufacturing and production … Read More
For Manufacturers: How to Write an RFQ for an Industrial Automation Project
A Request for Quotation (RFQ) is a foundational document for manufacturers to prepare when presenting industrial automation projects to potential automation integrators. The more precisely manufacturers define the project in their RFQ, the more accurately automation integrators can quote the project—and deliver more optimized solutions. Here are nine important criteria every manufacturer should include in … Read More