When designing a complex machine, engineers have two options. They can get all parts of the system—controller, drives, motors, I/O and human-machine interface (HMI)—from a single vendor. Or, they can pick and choose devices from mul-tiple suppliers.
Medical device engineers have many considerations when designing an assembly. Safety and effectiveness are top priorities, of course, followed closely by cost.
In August, the federal Office of Management and Budget (OMB) opted to delay implementation of a new “factoryless goods producer” classification in the latest revision of the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS).
Research often leads to improvements in manufacturing and product development; and, conversely, experiences with manufacturing often pinpoint new topics for worthwhile research
Choosing between linear and rotary indexers for an automated assembly application depends on application requirements and space availability on the plant floor.