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Episode #4 of The Engine Room is a deep dive into plastics manufacturing (not straws and bottle caps, but all the other critical products that we rely on). Our Co-Founder (Misa Ilkhechi) hosts Kyle Kidwell (Formic's Product Manager for Machine Tending) and Jason Long (National Sales Manager at Wittmann) in this very insightful episode. Check it out:
Read MoreEpisode #3 of the Engine Room is live! In this episode, Formic's Product Marketing Lead (Alex Koepsel) hosts Ian Patrick (Welding Product Manager at Formic) and Will Healy (Welding Segment Manager at UR) to dive into everything about welding. This agenda is packed with insightful discussion of the latest trends in welding, robotic welding, and specifically collaborative robots. Check it...
Read MoreIt seems like everywhere you go, collaborative robots ("cobots") are being promoted. While they are great for some applications and instances, they are not always the best solution. In this webinar, hosted by the Contract Packaging Association, Maxx Wright from Formic and Tripp Griffin from Pearson Packaging bust the biggest myths regarding collaborative systems. Maxx and Tripp have a combined...
Read MoreFormic's Co-Founder (Misa Ilkhechi) and Head of Marketing (Malcolm Kerr) sit down with Zachary Kimball from Hardfin to discuss reshoring and equipment-as-a-service. This episode highlights the manufacturing resurgance that is happening and how EaaS / RaaS is a key enabler that is helping accelerate the trend. Check it out on our Formic YouTube channel.
Read MoreManufacturing accounts for roughly 12% of the U.S. economy and totals more than 600,000 businesses. Although large enterprises like Magna or Jabil often come to mind, the reality is that most American manufacturing businesses have fewer than 30 employees and many of them are private and family-owned. In the Midwestern heartland of Goodland, Indiana, 3D Machine Inc. is one of...
Read MoreWhat are automated material handling systems? What are automated material handling systems, and how do they revolutionize the way goods and materials are handled in various industries? With an increasing demand for efficiency and precision, automation has become a crucial part of today’s manufacturing facilities and warehouses. Automated material handling systems encompass the use of robotics and automation technology to...
Read MoreA Guide to Getting Started with Palletizing Automation From small businesses to large manufacturing plants, automated palletizing has revolutionized how we handle products. In this guide, we delve into everything you need to know about this game-changing technology. The Importance of Palletizing in Manufacturing and Co-Packing Facilities Palletizing is a fundamental operation in manufacturing and co-packing facilities. It involves...
Read MoreThe Comprehensive Guide to Industrial Automated Palletizing Welcome to the fascinating world of industrial palletizing automation. As businesses strive to increase productivity, reduce costs, and improve safety, more and more industries are turning to automated solutions. Our comprehensive guide will help you understand the role of robotic palletizing in various industries, its benefits, and how it works. What is...
Read MoreIn the competitive manufacturing sector, there are few names that have risen as quickly as ICON Injection Molding. Founded in 2001 by three brothers with a wealth of industry experience, ICON has grown organically to become a go-to provider of custom plastic injection molding solutions. From medical devices to defense equipment for clients like Axon, they make plastic parts that...
Read MoreIn today’s world, manufacturers still depend heavily on the working hands of people. The skills that are in demand are extremely repetitive and potentially dangerous. With the added effect of current labor struggles, keeping talent in this environment is difficult to maintain. According to The Workforce Institute at UKG, 4 in 5 U.S. manufacturers are having difficulty keeping up with demand...
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