Lean manufacturing focuses on reducing times within the production system and shortening response times from suppliers and to customers. It is closely related to another concept called Just-in-time manufacturing (JIT manufacturing in short). Just-in-time manufacturing tries to match production to demand by only supplying goods which … Read More
Glossary
Industry 4.0
What is the Fourth Industrial Revolution? The Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR), also known as Industry 4.0, refers to the rapid technological, industrial, and societal changes in the 21st century. Increasing interconnectivity and smart automation drive these changes. Klaus Schwab, Founder … Read More
IIoT
Connectivity allows manufacturers to make informed decisions that can improve productivity and efficiency The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) refers to a network of interconnected sensors, instruments, and devices linked to computers for industrial applications. These applications include manufacturing, energy … Read More
Human to Machine Interface: Enhancing Efficiency in Modern Industries
Human to Machine Interface (HMI): A Complete Guide to Efficiency and Control A Human to Machine Interface (HMI) is a system that simplifies the interaction between humans and machines, equipment, or computers through an intuitive user interface. This can … Read More
First Pass Yield (FPY), also known as Throughput Yield (TPY)
FPY measures the percentage of products that pass through a production process without any rework or defects on the first attempt First Pass Yield (FPY), also known as Throughput Yield (TPY), is a key performance metric in manufacturing that measures … Read More
Factory downtime: Minimise Production Losses Efficiently
Factory downtime refers to the period when production stops due to equipment failure, maintenance, or other operational issues. During downtime, machines and production lines are idle, resulting in lost productivity and increased costs. Several factors can cause downtime, including unexpected … Read More
Digitalisation
Digitalisation in manufacturing involves replacing manual processes with digital tools Digitalisation refers to the process of converting analog information, processes, or systems into digital formats, using technology to enhance efficiency and productivity. Businesses implement digitalisation to streamline operations, automate tasks, … Read More
Digital Manufacturing
Digital manufacturing refers to the use of digital technologies to enhance and optimise manufacturing processes, from design to production. Companies implement it to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and increase flexibility in their production lines. At the core of digital manufacturing … Read More
Digital Factory
A digital factory refers to a manufacturing facility that uses advanced digital technologies to manage and optimise production processes. Companies implement digital factories to improve efficiency, streamline operations, and enhance decision-making across all production stages. At the core of a … Read More
Cycle Time
Cycle time is a key performance indicator (KPI) in manufacturing and production, as it directly reflects the speed and efficiency of a process. It encompasses all phases of production, including setup, processing, and any delays or wait times. As a … Read More