by Dianna Brodine, managing editor, Plastics Business Automation is hailed as the answer for those looking to add operational efficiencies to their manufacturing floor, but adding robots has implications for safety, too. While line-side robotics have received significant attention for the ability to automate repetitive tasks in production, safety benefits in the warehouse and … [Read more...] about Automation Increases Safety on the Plant Floor
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The Trials of 2020 Position 2021 for Growth
by Hallie Forcinio, contributing writer, Plastics Business It’s a new year, but many of the uncertainties of 2020 have followed us into 2021. As we move into February, the COVID-19 pandemic still affects every facet of life. The new administration in Washington has pledged a multi-front effort to contain the pandemic, grow the economy, reduce racial inequalities and address … [Read more...] about The Trials of 2020 Position 2021 for Growth
Association News: 2021 Issue 1
MAPP Announces 2021 Plant Tours and Events MAPP is excited to announce several key events for 2021. New this year will be a Virtual Plant Tour series. MAPP Virtual Plant Tours MAPP has long believed that to see another manufacturing facility is to improve your own. Without the ability to gather in person, MAPP is bringing its members a long-sought-after benefit: virtual … [Read more...] about Association News: 2021 Issue 1
Use Automation to Monitor Inventory in Resin Silos
by Jenny Nielson Christensen, MBA, vice president of marketing, BinMaster Imagine your job didn’t involve climbing silos, guesswork or inventory shortages. Instead, each day you stayed safe; and inventory was convenient, accurate and reliable. That’s what level sensors and software can do for your plant – easily and affordably. Measurement starts with the sensor In most … [Read more...] about Use Automation to Monitor Inventory in Resin Silos
A Message of Optimism: Getting Back on Track in 2021
by Maria Nix, contributing writer, MAPP Most manufacturing executives reading this article have survived an unprecedented year in business. While some have thrived, many are searching for sparks of hope to be used as fuel to drive forward and prosper in 2021. The good news is, according to over 220 executives who participated in the annual State of the Plastics Industry … [Read more...] about A Message of Optimism: Getting Back on Track in 2021