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This episode is brought to you by Siemens. Small and medium-sized manufacturers encounter the same industry-wide pressures as large manufacturers: rising costs, labor shortages, and growing operational complexity. But conventional digital transformation programs are often out of reach for smaller manufacturers due to budget, time, and skills constraints.
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Every week, we cover the three biggest stories in manufacturing, and the implications they have on the industry moving forward. This week:
New Metal Foam Could Make Car Crashes Safer
A team from North Carolina State University says composite metal foam (CMF) could significantly improve auto safety during frontal collisions. These foams have hollow spheres made of metals embedded in a metallic matrix.
Volkswagen to Cut 50,000 More Jobs and Close 4 Plants
On Thursday, VW approved a devastating cost-cutting plan that will slash some 50,000 jobs, cut its lineup in half and end production at four German plants. If you recall, the company was already cutting 50,000 jobs. This brings that tally to 100,000.
Northern Tool Reshores from Mexico, ‘Insources’ to Improve Quality
Northern Tool + Equipment recently decided to move production from its plant in Monterrey, Mexico, to Faribault, Minnesota, and “insource” production.
In Case You Missed It
New Device Could Make Sleep Studies Much Easier for Patients
It cuts the amount of skin sensors needed by 20.
Manufacturers Pay Price When Factory Workers Miss Critical Updates
About 80% of workers learn about changes after they've gone into effect, research says.
'Living Character' Startup Spins Out of Boston Dynamics to Bring the World Fluffy Purple Robot Dogs
On Tuesday, robot maker Boston Dynamics announced that it is spinning out its hospitality and entertainment business. Now known as "Dynamic Creatures," the company officially emerged from stealth to make interactive character robots.
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