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3 Manufacturing Automation Mistakes to Avoid

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Industrial automation can be a complicated, yet worthwhile, venture. Let us help you make it simple.Starting on the path of automation is exciting. Visions of...

5 Tips for Preventative Maintenance

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How to maintain your robot for optimal performanceThink of your robot like a luxury car. Would you want to run it non-stop for a year...

All About Welding Equipment

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Love it or hate it, welding is a necessity for any manufacturer looking to improve production capacity.Humans have been using welding techniques for thousands of...

4 Reasons to Invest in an ABB FlexPicker Pick and Place Robot Cell

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Let a robot cell do the material handling for you, and watch your profits grow.The ABB FlexPicker Robot Cell is an all-in-one automation system designed...

5 Lean Manufacturing Methods

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“There is always space for improvement, no matter how long you've been in the business.” —Oscar De La HoyaWhile manufacturing isn’t much like boxing, De...

5 Things to Consider Before Selling Your Used Equipment

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It’s tempting to rush into a sale to get rid of your equipment and make money. However, taking the time to consider your equipment and...

7 Modern-Day Influential Leaders in Manufacturing

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Manufacturing drives the world. Without it, we wouldn’t have cars, bridges, guitars, railroads, airplanes, reusable water bottles, or anything else that requires building and putting...

9 Fun Facts About Welding

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Welding is an important part of the manufacturing process. Without welding, we wouldn’t be able to connect metals without joints, screws, or other objects. Welding...

A Brief History of the Manufacturing Industry in the United States

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The beginning of industrial manufacturing has roots dating back to 7,000 B.C.E. after humans transitioned from stone tools to metal. The invention of copper, bronze,...

Celebrating Women in Manufacturing

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iGAM is celebrating Women’s History Month this March by discussing the importance of women in the manufacturing industry.Women’s History Month provides us with an opportunity...

The 3 Greatest Moments in Industrial Automation History

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Industrial automation goes back thousands of years, offering humankind the opportunity to learn and become independent.When you think about it, industrial automation is remarkable.Since the...

Top 5 Reasons to Buy Used Robots and Manufacturing Equipment

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Buying used goods is becoming increasingly popular as thrifting apps and secondhand shops rise in demand. The same goes for used robots: with the availability...