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4 Key Trends to Watch in Smart Manufacturing and Supply Chain

GlobalTranz

I remember reading an MIT paper on manufacturing technology trends a couple of years ago. The promise of AM is the use of less material, lightweight alloys and to provide faster cycle time due to rapid prototyping. The next key trend I see coming is a more prominent role of Internet of Things (IoT) in extended supply chains.

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Additive Manufacturing Use Cases Go Beyond Prototyping

Logistics Viewpoints

The aluminum alloy is atomized into a fine powder and printed via laser metal fusion. NuVasive, a medical device manufacturer, is combining various Titanium alloy materials with generative design topology optimization software to promote better bone growth into the implant (osseointegration). General Atomics Aeronautical Systems.

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4 Key Trends to Watch in Smart Manufacturing and Supply Chain

The Logistics Academy

I remember reading an MIT paper on manufacturing technology trends a couple of years ago. ” (Key trends in smart manufacturing and supply chain). The promise of AM is the use of less material, lightweight alloys and to provide faster cycle time due to rapid prototyping. In the next few years, Industry 4.0 Source: CIO.COM.

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5 More Manufacturing Technologies to Impact the Industry in 2016

GlobalTranz

Yesterday we started our two part series about manufacturing technology trends we will see impact the industry in 2016 by painting a picture of the top 4 trends. Let's take a look at the five remaining technology trends to watch for in the coming year. This trend will definitely be a game-changer.

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Take 5 – What Does the Connected Manufacturing Environment Look Like?

Now, That's Logistics

Additionally, scanners can check raw materials for traits like paint color, alloy strength, or fabric composition to confirm accuracy before they are used for a finished product.”. These digital transformation trends driving industry 4.0 More predictive manufacturing systems. That’s because Industry 4.0 status.”.

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Q&A: Florian Huettl

Automotive Logistics

Because obviously we can over-invest in all capacities and we will be able to follow all the trends, but we will not be efficient in terms of cost. So it’s about constantly looking for optimum scenarios. Florian Huettl, Renault Group’s vice-president, sales forecast and distribution.