In a recent IndustryWeek article1, Jill Jusko distills information about five years' worth of IW Best Plants finalists and winners, from 2015 through 2019. Among the characteristics common to these high achievers, Jusko identifies five operational practices that stand out as key to the plants' success. These can be seen as top-ranked advice for any manufacturer pursuing … [Read more...] about Top 5 Operational Practices of Exemplary Manufacturing Plants
Bruce Hanson Named Chief Executive Officer of AWT Labels & Packaging
The board of directors at AWT Labels & Packaging, Minneapolis, Minnesota, a provider of labels and flexible packaging solutions, has announced that Bruce Hanson will be joining the company as chief executive officer, effective immediately. During his 25-year career, Hanson has held numerous strategic leadership roles at RR Donnelley, most recently as president of the labels … [Read more...] about Bruce Hanson Named Chief Executive Officer of AWT Labels & Packaging
Muller Launches In-Mold Labeling (IML) Automation System for 5-Gallon Pails
Muller Technology, Fort Collins, Colorado, which supplies tool making and automation technology for thin-wall plastic packaging, has launched an innovative in-mold labeling (IML) automation system for the production of 5-gallon pails that reduces cost, improves productivity and enhances graphics and product appearance. Muller’s new IML system offers major improvements over … [Read more...] about Muller Launches In-Mold Labeling (IML) Automation System for 5-Gallon Pails
Roland DGA’s “Business Builder” Web Page Offers Ways to See Company’s Latest Technologies
Roland DGA Corporation, Irvine, Calif., a provider of large-format inkjet printers, printer/cutters and other advanced digital devices, has introduced two ways for prospective and existing customers to see the company’s latest technologies. Visitors to the Business Builder page at the Roland DGA website can request a personalized virtual product demonstration or view … [Read more...] about Roland DGA’s “Business Builder” Web Page Offers Ways to See Company’s Latest Technologies
Sentinel™ System Monitors Environmental Changes Impacting Cleanroom Conditions
The Sentinel™ system from Sensaphone, Aston, Pennsylvania, a maker of remote monitoring products, is ideal for manufacturing and research process facilities that require a controlled environment or designated cleanroom to ensure that factors like temperature, airflow, humidity and airborne particulates do not compromise products. The cloud-based Sentinel system provides … [Read more...] about Sentinel™ System Monitors Environmental Changes Impacting Cleanroom Conditions