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In the third week of September it was that time again: time for the 2023 EMO trade fair, the biennial high mass for the machining industry, to open in Hanover. What follows is a short report of what we could spot for you.

Predicting future sales figures has an important role in production planning, determining stock levels and making decisions about new investments. Numerous forecasting methods have been developed over the years, ranging from very simple ones to advanced methods based on artificial intelligence. The ...

Friction and wear play a major role in modern society. The operation of many mechanical systems, including vehicles, machines and consumer goods directly depends on appropriate friction and wear properties. Energy and raw material use can also often be directly linked to the losses that occur due to ...

Today, operators are often dealing with machine sensors and event logs in a rather passive way: reading failure notifications, performing post-mortem analyses, etc. A more active way could enable them to better understand the behaviour of the machines, recommend adjustments or predict failures ...

While recent technological advancements have created a high demand for parts and components of increased precision with tighter tolerances and functionalities, the complex nature of machine tool performance makes it difficult to see what causes deviations or errors in final part quality. To produce ...

Want to increase your knowledge about cybersecurity in your manufacturing company and contribute to a more cyber-safe manufacturing industry? You can! Sirris has been appointed by the European Social Fund (ESF 566 – Courses for the future) to develop a high-quality cybersecurity training course ...

In almost all organisations, stories circulate about absurd circumstances under which employees, under the pressure of their own goals, take actions that have a negative impact on the concern. These actions range from artificially boosting numbers to the unintentional obstruction of colleagues. We ...

PMT wanted to strengthen its position by offering better service, staying ahead of the competition while reducing production costs. The company was struggling with delivery delays and a high rejection rate, and wanted to address both challenges. It chose to adopt the QRM strategy.

Polyester composites have become a staple in various industries, from aerospace to automotive, due to their remarkable strength-to-weight ratio, versatility, and cost-effectiveness. However, the production process of polyester composites is not without its environmental challenges. One significant ...

An innovative, plasmonic paint system uses nanoparticles to create structural colours without the need for multiple pigments. This system, which needs less product and is more colour stable, is also more environmentally friendly, lighter and cheaper than traditional paint systems.