Manufacturing
In the rush towards Industry 4.0, manufacturers in a range of verticals are looking to support their operational transformation with holistic business strategies. These initiatives have brought supply chain management principles to the forefront of manufacturing, as companies move to cut lead times and improve production capacity, while streamlining sourcing and distribution costs. From Procter & Gamble to Mercedes and Unilever, TCM takes a look at the technological disruptions, lean developments, analytics, partnerships and mergers that are shaping the future of leading organizations across the globe.
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China’s ZTE receives relief to its supply chain operationsChina's Multinational Telecommunications Systems and Equipment Company ZTE is set to receive what can only be considered to be a huge repose for its current supply chain operations. This is thanks to the U.S President Donald Trump's recent vow to get the company back into business in order to save the thousands of jobs that were previously at risk ...
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CANTON, Ohio, Jan. 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- TimkenSteel Corp. (NYSE: TMST), a leader in customized alloy steel products and services, today announced it will increase base pricing on all special bar quality (SBQ) products by $40 per ton. This increase is applicable to orders not already covered by pricing agreements and is effective for...

GLENVIEW, Ill., Jan. 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Optimas Solutions, a global industrial manufacturer/distributor and service provider, announced it has completed IATF Certification for its worldwide operations by adding its center of excellence in Pune, India, and new distribution sites in Mexicali, Mexico, and Lockbourne, OH, placing it at a level...

DALLAS, Jan. 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Jacobs (NYSE:J) has suspended all political contributions in the wake of last week's violence that took place at the United States Capitol. In a statement from Chair and CEO Steve Demetriou, he said "The peaceful and respectful transition of power is fundamental to our democracy. The disturbing events at the...

NORWALK, Conn., Jan. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Terex Corporation (NYSE: TEX) will host a conference call to review its fourth quarter and year-end 2020 financial results on Friday, February 12, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time. John L. Garrison, Jr., Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, will lead the call. ...

BAMBERG, S.C., Jan. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Manufacturers have known for more than a century that if they need custom, precision-made washers, shims, or precision stampings, Phoenix Specialty Manufacturing is the place to go. But what if they're trying something new, and just need a few custom pieces to test? The answer is still Phoenix...

ADDISON, Ill., Jan. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Xentris Wireless has named Mike Stein as Vice President of Military & Government Services. In this role, Stein will be responsible for further developing the company's newest division, EXO Charge, which designs, develops and delivers solutions to enhance the lethality of today's Warfighter. He will ...

PORTAGE, Wis., Jan. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- TriEnda, an industry leader in the design and manufacturing of HDPE plastic shipping and handling solutions, today announced two new product innovations for the small format market. The Small Format Pallet and Delivery Cart expand the company's thermoform plastic shipping platform lineup with...

BURLINGTON, Vt., Jan. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- 89 North today launched a new stand-alone website which highlights their engineering and OEM offerings. The site, which can be seen at www.89north.com, is now separate and distinct from parent company Chroma's website, and showcases 89 North's continued expansion into OEM opto-electro-mechanical...

ROGERS, Minn., Jan. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- North Star Imaging's unique Dual RobotiX precision technology features two robot arms working in harmony of movement to scan large parts. RobotiX motion programs are created through...

HUNTINGBURG, Ind., Jan. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- OFS — a family-owned manufacturer of contract furniture for workplace, healthcare, education, hospitality and government settings — today announced a platinum certification for its corporate office by the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI). Platinum certification is the highest...
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