Here, Pontus Westlin, Product Manager at Sandvik Coromant, outlines how machine shops can embrace lean manufacturing, automation, and advanced digital technologies not only to reduce costs, but also to future-proof their operations in an increasingly demanding market.
The IEA highlights energy efficiency as essential for cutting emissions, reducing energy bills and strengthening energy security. For machine shops, improving energy efficiency is both a financial necessity and vital for building a sustainable future.
With economic uncertainty, labour shortages and rising material costs, the manufacturing sector must move beyond traditional methods. Let’s look at five different ways in which adopting a holistic approach, optimising processes, and integrating digital tools enable manufacturers to reduce energy consumption – while maintaining productivity and high-quality output.
Read the full article in DPA's November 2024 issue