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In industrial environments, safety is not optional—it’s a critical necessity. Yet, despite rigorous safety regulations, one of the most common causes of industrial accidents remains the tampering of safety functions on mobile guards. When workers or maintenance personnel bypass interlocking devices to speed up processes or troubleshoot equipment, they unknowingly expose themselves to life-threatening hazards. The third edition of ISO 14119, published in September 2024, reinforces the …

As labor shortages continue to challenge logistics, manufacturing, and distribution industries, managers are turning to automation to maintain productivity. One of the most efficient solutions on the market today is the Universal Robots UR20 collaborative robot (cobot) with the SMC ZGS Foam Vacuum Gripper, Robotiq PE20 Palletizer, and Regal Rexnord ModSort. This combination is proving to be a game-changer for businesses struggling with high turnover rates and increasing operational costs. From e …

In Quebec, Canada, the custom kitchen cabinet manufacturer Fabridor faced a growing, albeit subtle, problem. Though customers rarely demanded refunds or returned products, the company’s general manager, Hubert Dubois, sensed a pattern: they were losing customers, and the reason was often hidden in the details of quality. Despite an efficient production process building around 300 doors a day, quality checks at Fabridor’s plant were sparse, pulling just one door per shift for testing. For doors m …

In manufacturing, quality control is not just a standard—it's a necessity. Ensuring that products meet stringent safety and quality standards is vital to maintaining customer trust, reducing waste, and staying competitive in the market. With the advent of advanced large format scanning equipment, manufacturers across industries now have access to a game-changing tool for optimizing quality control processes.The Need for Precision in ManufacturingManufacturing faces unique challenges when it come …

In a dynamic era of supply chain innovation, businesses face mounting pressure to balance efficiency, adaptability, and cost-effectiveness. At the recent Supply Chain Conference, industry experts from Zebra Technologies, StayLinked, and Automation Distribution explored how incremental automation can help companies achieve these goals while empowering their workforce.Here’s what we learned during this enlightening discussion: The Role of Incremental AutomationAutomation has come a long way, offer …