By Michael Benson, Steve Simone At the 2024 MAPP (Manufacturers Association for Plastics Processors) Benchmarking and Best Practices Conference, Michael Benson, Managing Director in Stout’s Investment Banking group and co-head of the Plastics & Packaging Group, spoke on strategic alternatives for ownership transition. He was joined by two other finance … [Read more...] about Strategic Pathways for Ownership Transition: Unlocking Value in Every Option
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Revolutionizing Machining Operations with Artificial Intelligence
By George Chen, senior offer marketing and business development manager, DELMIA The impact of AI’s capability is profound. It simplifies the programming process by providing informed recommendations, which helps less experienced users make better decisions and reduces the likelihood of errors. George Chen, Senior Offer Marketing and Business Development Manager at DELMIA, … [Read more...] about Revolutionizing Machining Operations with Artificial Intelligence
Addressing Challenges in Global Logistics Operations with Technology
By Buddharatn Ratawal, Senior Manager, Strategic Business Development, DELMIAWorks Over the last four to five years, we have experienced disrupted logistics—broadly defined here as the interruption or complete breakdown of the supply chain functions at one or multiple levels. Going back 14 years ago, the logistics industry dramatically reduced capital expenditure in 2008 … [Read more...] about Addressing Challenges in Global Logistics Operations with Technology
US Companies Invest Heavily in Robots
Press release submitted on behalf of the International Federation of Robotics. Manufacturing companies in the United States have invested heavily in more automation: total installations of industrial robots rose by 12% and reached 44,303 units in 2023. Number one adopter is the car industry followed by the electrical and electronics sector. These are preliminary results, … [Read more...] about US Companies Invest Heavily in Robots
Top 5 Lighthearted Animated Films that Cover Serious Workplace Safety and Health
By Liz Stevens, writer, Plastics Business The Napo Film Consortium is a source for short, animated, lighthearted videos on a variety of workplace health and safety topics. The films are applicable for a wide range of industries and manufacturing operations. They were created for viewers of all backgrounds and for speakers of all languages. In these videos, Everyman Napo … [Read more...] about Top 5 Lighthearted Animated Films that Cover Serious Workplace Safety and Health