Manufacturing: Machinery and Tools - Press Releases

Topper Industrial Sees Framework for North American Fork Truck Free Movement and Lean Ergonomics Six Sigma

LogoApplying Lean Six Sigma thinking to safety provides a framework for integrating safety into operations. Chris Mosby, Lean Manager at Topper Industrial, totally agrees. Mosby has been a Lean/Six Sigma trainer for more than twenty years in multi-faceted, fast paced manufacturing environments. Mosby's experience includes management assignments in quality, production, logistics, healthcare, and maintenance/engineering.

Hytrol Sees Benefits of Warehouse Control Systems to Manufacturers and Distributors

LogoHytrol's Director of Software Solutions, Bill Maple, discussed how a Warehouse Control System (WCS) is beneficial to manufacturers and distributors. A primary function of a WCS is its ability to allow dissimilar technologies to communicate with one another. The more complex a system is, the more the different pieces of software need to communicate. A WCS acts as a real-time "command center" to ensure that the right information is available at the right time to allow the equipment to run at the speeds required in today's operations.

Euro Asian Blades Succeeds with Customers Large and Small

LogoAs any experienced business owner will tell you: the best companies have a long record of success because they know how to properly adapt to changes in their industry and the world around them. This truth is one that the owners of Euro Asian Blades, Inc. are all too familiar with, and one that has been the catalyst for their success in the diamond tool industry. In their 22-year history, the company has proudly supplied tools in addition to lifting and handling equipment to help numerous clients performing jobs for big time companies, including both two NFL stadiums (Hard Rock Stadium, home of the Miami Dolphins, and AT&T Stadium, home of the Dallas cowboys, respectively), the NYC 9/11 memorial, and the Fort Lauderdale airport.

Topper Industrial Hires Chris Mosby, Lean Manager to Drive Continuous Improvement

LogoTopper Industrial welcomed Chris Mosby as the company's lean manager. Mosby has been a Lean/Six Sigma trainer for more than 20 years in multi-faceted, fast paced manufacturing environments. Mosby's experience includes management assignments in Quality, Production, Logistics, Healthcare, and Maintenance/Engineering.

Network World Profiles How Seegrid Self Driving Warehouse Robots Increased Productivity for Giant Eagle

LogoSeegrid, the pioneer and leader in vision-based autonomous industrial vehicles, is the key to increased productivity for Giant Eagle. The retailer uses Seegrid vision-guided, autonomous vehicles to increase productivity at distribution centers was recently profiled in NetworkWorld magazine.

Hytrol Announces Jennifer Smith Hired as Creative Media Specialist

LogoHytrol is pleased to announce Jennifer Smith has accepted the position of Creative Media Specialist. Smith begins after an internship with the company in which she completed a multitude of internal projects, including creating a digital version of a history of the business, The Hytrol Story.

Longray Presents a Range of High Quality Disinfection Machines

Longray, the leading manufacturer of disinfection machines, presents a range of high-quality disinfection machines on their website at www.longrayfog.com. The company's vision is to aid protect people, animal, and crops from infection and dirty environment.

David Peacock President of Hytrol Sees Strength in People Making Them the Best Solution Provider

LogoDavid Peacock, President of Hytrol, explained, "What makes Hytrol the best solution provider is the people. I love working here because I get to work with the best professionals in the industry. They make incredible things happened each and every day."

Seegrid Sees the 57B in Economic Impact from Michigan Automotive Industry

LogoFifty-seven billion in economic impact from the state's automotive industry. Some of the businesses likely to review the merits of VGVs in 2016 include Home Depot, CVS, and Lowe's.

Topper Industrial at Booth 500 of ErgoExpo in November to Review Reduction of Workplace Injuries

LogoTopper Industrial, the leader in ergonomic and Fork Truck Free material handling equipment, will exhibit at the National Ergonomics Conference and ErgoExpo at Caesars Palace from November 15-18, 2016. Topper Industrial will exhibit at booth 500.

Topper Industrial Advocates Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma Must Be Part of Fork Truck Free Conversation

LogoFork Truck Free initiatives are often initiated by safety, often ergonomics experts. Topper Industrial welcomed Chris Mosby as the company's lean manager. Mosby has been a Lean/Six Sigma trainer for more than twenty years in multi-faceted, fast-paced manufacturing environments. Mosby's experience includes management assignments in quality, production, logistics, healthcare, and maintenance/engineering.

Bob West Hytrol Vice President of Corporate Development Discusses Leadership and Employee Engagement

LogoBob West, Vice President of Corporate Development, discussed his approach to leadership and employee engagement in a company video. He also highlighted the distinct corporate culture that lends to a family environment and the many advantages of the company's culture.

Bill Maple of Hytrol Shares Value of Warehouse Control Systems

LogoHytrol's Director of Software Solutions, Bill Maple, discussed how a Warehouse Control System (WCS) is beneficial to manufacturers and distributors. A primary function of a WCS is its ability to allow dissimilar technologies to communicate with one another. The more complex a system is, the more the different pieces of software need to communicate. A WCS acts as a real-time "command center" to ensure that the right information is available at the right time to allow the equipment to run at the speeds required in today's operations.

New Seegrid eBook Addresses Future of Automotive Industry Includes Big Data

LogoSeegrid, the pioneer and leader in three-dimensional vision navigation, recently released an eBook addressing the use of big data in the automotive industry. Automakers are beginning to feel the effects of an increasingly competitive market as an influx of tech companies enter the automotive game, embracing big data to solve and identify problems, and touting a "fail fast" mentality that enables the quick production of innovative new products.

Euro-Technics, Inc. Presents at America's Largest Manufacturing Show for 11th Consecutive Time Since 1996

LogoThe International Manufacturing Technology Show, one of the largest industrial trade shows in the world, features more than 2,000 exhibiting companies and 114,147 registrants. This year, the biennially held event will be held from September 10th-17th at McCormick Place, Chicago. Of the many exhibitors, Euro-Technics, Inc. holds the proud distinction of this being their 11th consecutive attendance to the show from the last 22 years and invites guests to come visit them at their booth in the Tooling & Workholding Systems Pavilion.

Hytrol Connex Plastic Chain Conveying Solution Video Shows Key Link Between Processing and Distribution

LogoHytrol, manufacturer of advanced conveyor systems, controls, and solutions, recently shared a new video introducing the Connex® — Hytrol's plastic chain conveying solution. It delivers the flexibility and modularity required within today's supply chain, serving as the key link between processing and distribution. This new product offers the ideal transport solution for food, packaging, and pharmaceutical industries.

Move Loads Up to 40 Tons with New AeroGo Silverback Wheeled Vehicle

AeroGo's Silverback WV-E40T Wheeled Vehicle is completely self-contained and equipped with industry-leading technology to enable loads up to 40 tons to be moved easily, precisely and safely by one operator. This industrial transporter is designed to allow total flexibility in manufacturing processes and eliminate fixed move paths on factory production lines. The Silverback Wheeled Vehicle is equally suited for direct load or support skid applications. Integrated hydraulic lift actuators safely raise the load mere inches from the floor, and provide self-loading capability, making it possible to share the Wheeled Vehicle with multiple payloads. Unlike cranes, conveyors or rails, Wheeled Vehicles do not require permanent installation in the facility and they can be relocated and utilized in multiple facilities.

David Peacock President of Hytrol Conveyor Discusses Importance of Integration Partner Expertise

LogoDavid Peacock, president of Hytrol Conveyors, was recently quoted in Robotics and Automation News. According to Peacock, "A material handling system is a huge investment and often establishes the performance capabilities of the organization. Consequently, experience and communication are key attributes to look for when choosing a partner that will aid you in designing and implementing the appropriate solution for your business. The right integration partner has the experience in your application and is a strong communicator. They must be if they are going to be your point person, your translator, your expert, and your teammate."

Steward Tech Seeks Crowdfunding to Move the World Without Motors

LogoEveryone wishes gasoline costs would be lower leading to a sense of frustration and helplessness every time anyone stops at a gas station.... until now. Thanks to StewardTech's unique patent-pending design for a turbine-based engine, lower fuel consumption can be a reality while simultaneously reducing our carbon footprint.

Automotive Industry Looks to the Future in New Seegrid eBook

LogoSeegrid, the pioneer and leader in three-dimensional vision navigation, recently released an eBook addressing the use of big data in the automotive industry. Ahead of many other machines on the factory floor, VGVs themselves are sensors that accurately and consistently capture performance data. VGVs provide auto manufacturers with valuable insights into plant workflows, including predicting maintenance needs before equipment breaks and tracking parts as they move through the supply chain. Importantly, VGVs are 100% flexible, which means automakers can use the same vehicle to perform different functions on different shifts or in different facilities as processes change and organizations grow.

Hytrol Pivot WCS Offers More Visibility of Daily Materials Handling

LogoHytrol introduced Pivot, the Hytrol Warehouse Control System offering more visibility. This significant WCS offering means more control over daily activities and, ultimately, the customers' future. The ability to measure results creates a more efficient, more productive solution. Hytrol integration partners are going to use the Hytrol Pivot WCS to take control of key decisions with configuration options, including receiving item-by-item confirmation that objectives were met.

Seegrid Pete Chryplewicz Heads Detroit MI Robotics Leadership Initiative Profiled in Robotics and Automation News

LogoSeegrid, the pioneer and leader in vision-based autonomous industrial vehicles, announced the addition of Pete Chryplewicz to the company's strategic account sales team. Chryplewicz will be heading up the important Detroit, Michigan robotics leadership initiative. Chryplewicz was recently profiled in Robotics and Automation News.

Topper Industrial and the Fork Truck Free Environment Eliminates Waste with Lean Manufacturing

LogoTopper Industrial is constantly looking for systematic approaches to identifying and eliminating waste (non-value added activities) through continuous improvement, allowing product flow. Eliminating non-value added activities from processes while streamlining value-added activities defines lean manufacturing.

Seegrid Success Reflects Company Growth with Dan Johnson

LogoSeegrid's success reflects company growth with Dan Johnson. New staff member Dan Johnson, Software Engineer, is now part of the fast-growing Seegrid team. Jim Rock, CEO of Seegrid commented, "We are thrilled to have the best and brightest talent as part of the Seegrid Team."

Hytrol Connex Plastic Chain Conveying Solution Delivers Flexibility and Modularity

LogoHytrol, manufacturer of advanced conveyor systems, controls, and solutions, introduced the Connex® — Hytrol's plastic chain conveying solution. Connex delivers the flexibility and modularity required within today's supply chain. Serving as the key link between processing and distribution, Connex offers the ideal transport solution for food, packaging, and pharmaceutical industries.