Lesson 111 of IE Online Course
Industrial Engineering = Productivity - Efficiency - Cost Reduction
Productivity Automation Engineering - Redesigning products or processes by incorporating automation to improve productivity.
"Automation is not only about installing expensive machines.
It is about changing mindset, upgrading skills, improving processes, and building acceptance across all levels of the organization.
The factories that successfully adopt automation are those where top management, Through R&D industrial engineering, production, maintenance, and operators work together as one team from the beginning.
Technology succeeds only when people are prepared to succeed with it."
Industrial Engineering - Role of Engineering, Mechanization and Automation
In process improvement study or projects, to do a task in the most productive manner, the most efficient manual method (best manual method), best mechanized method and best automation method are to be compared and the most productive method has to be employed. This comparison has to be done at element or suboperation level.
Source: Book: Motion and Time Study: Design and Measurement of Work, Ralph M. Barnes, 7th Edition, Chapter 18. Motion Study, Mechanization, and Automation.
Jidoka - Automation and Mechanization - Process Engineering and Industrial Engineering in Toyota Production System
Jidoka, a pillar of Toyota Production Systems advocates automation with human touch in all operations of a process to increase productivity of operators as well as that of total systems.
The world class manufacturing system developed by Toyota Motors (Toyota Production System now popular as Lean Manufacturing) is based on the pillar of Jidoka (Increase in Automation and Increase in Skills of Human Operators to produce quality output with high productivity).
Automation of Operations in Flow Process Chart
McKinsey Global Institute Report - AUTOMATION, EMPLOYMENT, AND PRODUCTIVITY JANUARY 2017
Advances in robotics, artificial intelligence, and machine learning are ushering in a new age of automation. Automated machines match or outperform human performance in a range of work activities, including ones requiring cognitive capabilities.
Automation of activities is enabling businesses to improve performance, by reducing errors and improving quality and speed. In some cases, activities beyond human capabilities are being made possible by automated equipment and processes. Automation also contributes to productivity. It is supported by historical data. Theoretically also, capital (man-made equipment) is created when there is productivity to give return on the investment of time spent in creating the capital equipment. Capital equipment is bought on the expectation of productivity and cost reduction rationally. Even though we have to accept that many do take irrational decisions and also make overoptimistic projections. Based on the scenario modeling, MGI estimates that automation technologies now available could raise productivity growth globally by 0.8 to 1.4 percent annually in the future years.
Almost half the activities people are now doing and being paid around $16 trillion in wages in the global economy can be automated by adapting currently demonstrated technology, according to analysis of more than 2,000 work activities across 800 occupations. Only 5 percent of all occupations can be automated entirely using demonstrated technologies. But in about 60 percent of the occupations at least 30 percent of constituent activities could be automated. More occupations will have significant automation component.
Activities most susceptible to automation involve physical activities in highly structured and predictable
environments, as well as the collection and processing of data. In the United States, these activities make up 51 percent of activities in the economy accounting for almost $2.7 trillion in wages. They are most prevalent in manufacturing, accommodation and food service, and retail trade, and include some middle-skill jobs.
Technical and techno-economic factors will determine the pace and extent of automation. Continued technical progress is a key factor. Beyond technical feasibility, the cost of technology, competition with labor including skills and supply and demand dynamics, performance benefits including and beyond labor cost savings , will affect the pace and scope of automation. Our scenarios suggest that half of today’s work activities could be automated by 2055, but this could happen up to 20 years earlier or later
depending on the various factors, in addition to other wider economic conditions.
Social Factors: MGI analysis assumes that people displaced by automation will find other employment. The anticipated shift in the activities in the labor force is of a similar order of magnitude as the long-term shift away from agriculture and decreases in manufacturing share of employment in the United States, both of which were accompanied by the creation of new types of work not foreseen at the time. For business, the performance benefits of automation are relatively clear, but the issues are more complicated for policy-makers. They have to promote the productivity growth potential and put in place policies to encourage investment in automation to encourage continued progress and innovation. At the same time, they must evolve and innovate policies that help workers and institutions adapt to the impact on employment. This will likely include rethinking education and training, income support and safety nets, as well as transition support for those dislocated. Individuals in the workplace will need to engage more comprehensively with machines as part of their everyday activities, and acquire new skills that will be in demand in the new automation age.
Industrial Automation & Control - NPTEL Course (Electrical)
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Information, News and Case Studies on Automation Technology and Productivity Implementation
2024
Manufacturing Process Automation | Systems & Technologies
Averroes
Aug 21, 2024
Tesla’s implementation of robotic automation has significantly transformed their production process.
Advanced manufacturing techniques like 3D printing are enabling aerospace companies to produce more efficient and complex components.
The industrial automation market is projected to reach $277 billion by 2030, indicating substantial growth in manufacturing technology adoption.
Emerging technologies such as AI-driven quality control and collaborative robots are enhancing both efficiency and precision in manufacturing operations.
2023
Gudel - Tire & Wheel Handling Solutions - Automation
The competence center for your tire and wheel manufacture.
Sorting, palletizing and de-palletizing, Güdel solutions allow you to automate all post-vulcanization processes right up to the shipment..
Our modular system allows you to increase the level of automation according to your needs. Whether you need individual components, functional packages or turnkey solutions including Material Flow Control MFC, Warehouse Management WMS, conveyor technology, and prime care.
2022
Your questions about automation, answered
July 8, 2022 | Survey
A new survey sheds light on the state of automation, the benefits that automation brings, and best practices for scaling automation technologies successfully.
AGRICULTURAL AUTOMATION - FAO
https://www.fao.org/3/cb9479en/online/sofa-2022/agricultural-automation-technological-evolution.html
The Process Automation Podcasts - ABB
The Ultimate Guide to Marketing Automation
by Digital Marketing Institute
Gartner’s IT Automation Trends for 2022
Top 10 Automation Companies (India specific list)
GE Automation India
Rockwell Automation
Siemens India Ltd.
Honeywell Automation India Ltd.
ABB India Ltd.
Larsen and Toubro
Titan Engineering and Automation Ltd
B&R Industrial Automation Private Ltd
Schneider Electric
Voltas Ltd
https://blog.bizvibe.com/blog/technology/top-10-industrial-automation-companies-in-india
Automations Catalogues
https://pneumaxspa.com/pneumax-india/new-process-automation-technology-catalogue/
https://pneumaxspa.com/pneumax-india/components-and-systems-for-fluid-control/
Novák, P.; Vyskočil, J. Digitalized Automation Engineering of Industry 4.0 Production Systems and Their Tight Cooperation with Digital Twins. Processes 2022, 10, 404. https://doi.org/10.3390/pr10020404
An interesting video on sorting conveyor development - Solid modeling
What Is Industrial Automation Engineering Technology?
April 13, 2022
Computer controlled, mechanical, and electrical engineering refers to the use of electronics, mechanics, and electrical systems inside or outside manufacturing in order to coordinate processes. Some computer controlled and mechanical processes are included in manufacturing processes.
Number of Q&A related to automation in the page.
https://www.mcnallyinstitute.com/what-is-industrial-automation-engineering-technology/
Automation Projects for Basic Learners
Three Axis CNC Machine 1 Meter x 2 Meter
Hardware Projects, Mechanical Projects
Nevon Projects sells automation kits for specific projects.
http://www.univisionautomation.com/
http://www.univisionautomation.com/assembly-automation-2/
Univision Automation: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDhZuNsCiqUJmBNfiDDarlQ
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26.1.2022
Automated Rubber-Tired Gantry Cranes
A single operator at a Konecranes ROS will be able to remotely handle up to five ARTGs simultaneously across the yard.
Global Machine Vision Growth Opportunities
San Antonio – Jan. 27, 2022– Frost & Sullivan’s recent analysis, Global Machine Vision Growth Opportunities, finds that rising demand for automation across industries to enhance operations and productivity is driving the global machine vision market. The industry will likely garner $14.02 billion in revenue by 2025 from $10.28 billion in 2020, an uptick at a compound annual growth rate of 6.4%.
Food Automation Market Worth $29.4 Billion by 2027
According to the World Health Organization, an estimated 600 million people worldwide fall ill after eating contaminated food, and 4,20,000 die every year, resulting in the loss of 33 million healthy life years. Thus, increasing concerns regarding food safety and hygiene have fueled the usage of automation in the food & beverage industry to ensure hygiene levels.
https://finance.yahoo.com/news/food-automation-market-worth-29-150000052.html
Zyfra Group to help coal mining giant SUEK implement automated production management system
Posted by Paul Moore on 21st January 2022
January 19, 2022
INDUSTRIAL AUTOMATION: A COMPLETE GUIDE — OPTIMIZE YOUR PRODUCTION PROCESS
Can You Automatically Palletise Open Top Crates or Boxes?
January 14, 2022 by Granta
Well, the short answer to this is yes! With the right gripper head, palletising of open top boxes and crates can easily be automated.
2021
December 21, 2021
Top workplace automation trends for 2022
So what are the top workplace automation trends to look out for in 2022? We asked the experts to share their thoughts with us.
https://www.cronofy.com/blog/top-workplace-automation-trends-for-2022
Automation raising grinding technology productivity
23. November 2021
Fine machining requires a great deal of intuition. That is why many companies still take care of grinding and polishing manually. However, this can quickly become a source of high costs and inconsistencies, especially in series production. Automation solutions deliver reproducible quality at all times.
https://vdw.de/en/automation-raising-grinding-technology-productivity/
One-to-one relationships between Industry 4.0 technologies and Lean Production techniques: a multiple case study
Maria Pia CianoORCID Icon,Patrick Dallasega,Guido OrzesORCID Icon &Tommaso Rossi
International Journal of Production Research
Volume 59, 2021 - Issue 5
https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/00207543.2020.1821119
From China to the West: why manufacturing locates in developed countries
Alessandro AncaraniORCID Icon,Carmela Di MauroORCID Icon,Yuan Virtanen &Weimu You
International Journal of Production Research
Volume 59, 2021 - Issue 5
https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/00207543.2020.1824083
Industry 4.0 triggered by Lean Thinking: insights from a systematic literature review
V. L. Bittencourt,A.C. AlvesORCID Icon &C. P. Leão
International Journal of Production Research
Volume 59, 2021 - Issue 5
https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/00207543.2020.1832274
Autonomation policy to control work-in-process inventory in a smart production system
Bikash Koli DeyORCID Icon,Sarla PareekORCID Icon,Muhammad TayyabORCID Icon &Biswajit Sarkar
International Journal of Production Research
Volume 59, 2021 - Issue 4
https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/00207543.2020.1722325
A model for planning and economic comparison of manual and automated kitting systems
Antonio Casimiro Caputo,Pacifico Marcello Pelagagge &Paolo Salini
International Journal of Production Research
Volume 59, 2021 - Issue 3
https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/00207543.2020.1711985
Automation Engineering Productivity with Dushyant Acharya
10/10/2021
Discover how to increase software development productivity with development workflow, including test automation, infrastructure, and efficient product delivery.
https://testguild.com/podcast/automation/a369-dushyant/
Bolloré Logistics achieves improved speed, productivity and accuracy with cutting edge Dematic Automation.
Supply Chain Channel Oct 6, 2021
https://supplychainchannel.co/bollore-logistics-achieves-improved-speed-productivity-and-accuracy-with-cutting-edge-dematic-automation/
How Automation is Transforming the Farming Industry?
By Linly KuPublished on Oct. 06, 2021
What technologies are being used in farm automation?
https://www.plugandplaytechcenter.com/resources/how-automation-transforming-farming-industry/
16 Sep 2021
How organizations can benefit from SAP Intelligent RPA (SAP iRPA).
Singapore Business Review’s Contributing Editor Simon Hyett, it was discussed how organizations can benefit from SAP Intelligent RPA (SAP iRPA).
Forming the panel of speakers are industry leaders from Cloud4C, an SAP service provider: Aseem Gupta, Head of SAP Business; Sunil KP, RPA Practice Head; and Hemant Rachh, GTM Lead, APJ & GC, Intelligent RPA; and Kamalakar Gunupati. VP – SAP Engineering, Automation, & Delivery. Cloud4C is a cloud- and platform-agnostic service provider with headquarters in India and with offices in 25 countries.
https://sbr.com.sg/co-written-partner/event-news-more-news/beyond-productivity-automation-boosts-cost-efficiencies-employee-satisfaction-customer-experience
A whole productivity suite of software with one site license
More automation software, more productivity: Expert interview series, John Krajewski, Aveva
What’s better than HMI, SCADA, MES, historian, or cloud automation software? A whole productivity suite of software with one site license, says John Krajewski, vice president product management, Aveva, when discussing how manufacturing and industrial facility software increases competitiveness. See video.
BY JOHN KRAJEWSKI SEPTEMBER 6, 2021
https://www.controleng.com/articles/more-automation-software-more-productivity-expert-interview-series-john-krajewski-aveva/
How to prepare for the AI productivity boom
by Sara Brown Jul 12, 2021
02.07.2021
TAKAMAZ has succeeded in making the XT-8MY 8-inch CNC lathe and the ROBO-QJC AIO16 manufactured by Matsumoto Machine collaborate with each other.
The XT-8MY, a space-saving, compound-machining lathe designed for ease of use, and the ROBO-QJC AIO16, a user-friendly robot that requires no complicated settings.
The synergy of the two enables construction of an automation system that greatly reduces the load on operators.
Productivity Benefit of Solimar Systems’ Chemistry PDF-Centric Solutions for a Printer.
The integration of Solimar’s Rubika® document re-engineering solution enabled Mele Printing to save nearly $60,000 a year through faster processing turnaround times, which led to increased productivity and reduced overall client project costs.
https://www.solimarsystems.com/automation-drives-productivity-and-helps-lower-costs-for-commercial-printer/
Warehouse Automation Technology for Productivity, Accuracy and Safety
By Sarah Lavoie
June 16th, 2021
https://www.onlogic.com/company/io-hub/warehouse-automation-technology-for-productivity-accuracy-and-safety/
2 JUNE 2021
Improving Productivity Using Automated Material Handling Systems
https://www.flexqube.com/news/improving-productivity-using-automated-material-handling-systems/
Increase Productivity with Slitter Rewinder Automation
Published: April 13, 2021
By Keith Hamilton, Sales Manager, Deacro Industries
https://www.pffc-online.com/news/16430-increase-productivity-with-slitter-rewinder-automation
E-commerce warehouse productivity could improve up to 20% with greater automation: Prologis
Published Feb. 9, 2021
The use of automation in warehousing could help increase facility productivity — measured by revenue per square foot — by 10% to 20% in e-commerce real estate over the next three years, according to an estimate by Prologis. The model considers a "base" scenario that maintains a slight acceleration in automation and a "stretch" case that has adoption doubling.
https://www.supplychaindive.com/news/ecommerce-warehouse-productivity-prologis-robot-automation-prologis/594728/
THE IMPACT OF AUTOMATION ON EMPLOYEE PRODUCTIVITY IN THE BANKING SECTOR
Gao, Yuting (2021) The Impact of Automation on Employee Productivity in the Banking Sector.
http://essay.utwente.nl/86721/
ABB’s process automation and control technologies drive productivity jump at SIJ Acroni
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Modernization project helps future-proof production for Slovenia-based steelmaker’s sendzimir mill
https://new.abb.com/metals/abb-in-metals/references/abb-process-automation-and-control-technologies-drive-productivity-increase-at-sij-acroni
GAME-CHANGING ROBOTIC WELDING TECHNOLOGY INCREASES HEAVY FABRICATION PRODUCTIVITY
By: Soroush Karimzadeh, CEO and co-founder, Novarc Technologies
https://weldingproductivity.com/article/heavy-on-automation/
How to double productivity in a calibration laboratory
With calibration management software
One of almost every laboratory’s performance metrics is tracking calibration throughput–how many assets can each individual calibrate throughout the day. The more assets properly calibrated during the workday, the more work a calibration lab can take on without needing to hire more individuals. By adding automation to your calibration laboratory with software, you’ll be able to see a notable increase in calibration throughput–up to 200%.
https://us.flukecal.com/blog/double-productivity-calibration-lab
https://www.esko.com/en/company/testimonials/biriz-ambalaj-turkey-improved-efficiency-and-productivity-automation-engine-webcenter
2019
Robots and 3D printing are powering return of Made in Germany.
https://www.handelsblatt.com/today/companies/mass-customization-robots-to-the-rescue/23540756.html
Siemens Total Integrated Automation (TIA)
Automation technology has always been the way to improve industrial productivity. Now, Siemens Total Integrated Automation (TIA) is available to cover the entire value chain, both for industry and for mechanical engineers and plant manufacturers. The result of this unique end-to-end consistency is genuine added value.
The Total Integrated Automation Portal consists components - Controller, Human Machine Interface, Industrial PCs, Industrial Communication, Motion Control, CNC (Robots, ASRS systems, AGVs , 3D Printers included).
The TIA portal is managed by the Manufacturing Execution System (MES) that is connected to applications in cloud. Mindsphere is the IoT platform of Siemens which is in the cloud.
https://new.siemens.com/global/en/products/automation/topic-areas/tia.html
https://new.siemens.com/global/en/products/automation/topic-areas/tia/future-of-automation.html
Motion Control Automation - AKD-N Decentralised Drive
http://www.inmoco.co.uk/akd-n_decentralised_servo_drive
Omron Automation Solutions
3D SJI Solder joint inspection
https://automation.omron.com/en/us/solutions/index.html
Embrace New Technology and Make Productivity a Long-term Goal
Rockwell AutomationA modernization strategy is about more than IT/OT convergence or equipment upgrades. It is about development of a roadmap that addresses all aspects of your operation. It is also about preparation for inevitable technology advances and business changes.
Consider some of the ways companies approach modernization to increase productivity:
Automotive companies use automated data systems to help boost OEE and productivity by 50%
Food and beverage companies use the Infrastructure-as-a-Service approach to reduce troubleshooting time by 90%
Oil and gas companies use real-time predictive analytics to spot potential failures and minimize downtime
Pharmaceutical companies improve process consistency to help increase production by 65%
We also modernized our manufacturing operations as part of our own connected enterprise journey, and integrated automation and information into a connected system. We used the latest MES and EMI software to bring information from hundreds of applications into one central location. Our productivity has increased since the new system was implemented.
https://www.rockwellautomation.com/global/capabilities/connected-enterprise/overview.page?pagetitle=Productivity&docid=3e340592944cd47a9d126fe8192ea8c3
Oracle - Digital Manufacturing Solutions - Interesting Information
https://www.oracle.com/webfolder/assets/digibook/digital-manufacturing/index.html
Automation is sweeping across India's manufacturing space
A number of manufacturing units are automating their shop floors to boost productivity and cut costs.
May 11, 2019
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/internet/automation-is-sweeping-across-indias-manufacturing-space/articleshow/69262579.cms
Siemens Archive | Totally Integrated Automation Newsletter
https://www.automationworld.com/archive-totally-integrated-automation-newsletter
IEEE Robotics and Automation Society
Committte for Digital Manufacturing and Human Centered Automation
https://www.ieee-ras.org/digital-manufacturing-and-human-centered-automation
2018
Makino Die/Mold Automation - Automate processes to improve productivity
Sep 7, 2018 - Temperature. • Machine-tool drift, thermal changes. • Tooling quality. • Cutting-tool deflection. • Machining process. • Ability to repeat a measurement.
September, 12th 2018
EOS and Siemens intensify cooperation around industrial 3D printing
Successful strategic cooperation further expanded in the areas software, automation and drive technology and AM application.
An EOSPRINT driver for the Siemens NX™ 12 AM module allows the seamless integration of EOSPRINT 2 functions into Siemens’ NX™ AM Fixed Plane (Powder Bed) module software.
EOS, the world's leading technology supplier in the field of industrial 3D printing of metals and polymers, and the global technology company Siemens continue their close collaboration to further accelerate additive manufacturing (AM) technology and application. Siemens control and drive components are part of the new EOS M 300 series for metal additive manufacturing
https://www.eos.info/press/eos-and-siemens-intensify-cooperation-around-industrial-3d-printing
EU H2020 FAR-EDGE project
Industry 4.0 envisions the digitalization of the manufacturing sector. By means of smart devices and intelligent technologies for a distributed automation control, one of the main goals of the Industry 4.0 is to enhance flexibility and reconfigurability of the production systems. In this regard, the EU H2020 FAR-EDGE project intends to support industries in their digital transformation by providing them with an open platform for factory automation based on edge computing and cyber-physical systems.
https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/8390795
2017
H2020 FAR-EDGE Project: Where Factory Automation meets Edge Computing and Blockchain Technology
Contact John Soldatos (Dr.) email available in the web site
https://cordis.europa.eu/news/rcn/141621/en
Where does productivity engineering fit in software development?
Developer productivity engineering
Productivity engineers build systems, create processes, and facilitate development efforts that enable other engineers to be more productive.
http://ablogaboutcode.com/2017/05/26/productivity-engineering
Developer Productivity Engineering
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Smart Automation Technology for Maximum Productivity
https://www.boschrexroth.com/en/us/trends-and-topics/automation-productivity/index
2016
Siemens Launches Totally Integrated Automation Portal V14 Delivering Increased Productivity, Reduced Time to Market
TIA Portal V14 Engineering Framework expanded functionality focuses on diagnostics, virtual commissioning and multi-users
New technology update provides enhanced energy management and motion control, cloud connectivity, and digital twin for virtual commissioning
Category:Digital Factory
Monday, November 7, 2016
https://news.usa.siemens.biz/press-release/digital-factory/siemens-launches-totally-integrated-automation-portal-v14-delivering-1
https://www.industry.usa.siemens.com/automation/us/en/automation-systems/automation-software/tia-portal-software/pages/tia-portal-software.aspx
Digitising the Industry - Internet of Things Connecting the Physical, Digital and Virtual Worlds
Peter FriessRiver Publishers, 07-Jul-2016 - Computers - 364 pages
This book provides an overview of the current Internet of Things (IoT) landscape, ranging from the research, innovation and development priorities to enabling technologies in a global context.
https://books.google.co.in/books?id=nYktDwAAQBAJ
2014
Increasing productivity with Automation
November 2014
https://www.cleanindiajournal.com/increasing-productivity-with-automation/
Quality Control Gets Automated
Numerous manufacturing throughput processes have been automated over the years in an effort to reduce delivery times. For a variety of reasons, however, quality control has remained a manual process in many industries despite inroads made by vision systems. The arrival of automated quality check tools could change that.
David Greenfield, Director of Content
Sep 1st, 2011
Presentation on Increasing Productivity Through Automation
H.K. Chatterjee
at TexTech Exhibition, Ahmedabad, 2006
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