Over the years, Marlin Steel has acquired numerous pieces of production automation to boost productivity. From automated wire bending robots, to an MFDC welder, to CNC press brakes, Marlin’s factory floor is filled with numerous technological marvels
For many years, many manufacturers have operated on several economic “truths,” including: It’s cheaper to manufacture overseas. Slashing labor budgets leads to more productivity/profit per job. Training is
Productivity is a huge issue for many manufacturers. Almost no matter what you make, as a manufacturer, there is a push to be more productive with fewer resources.
Fun fact: while the U.S. is one of the most populous nations in the world, sitting at the #3 spot behind China and India, only about 5 percent of the world’s consumer population is located within the U.S.
Making a custom metal form using sheet metal is a surprisingly delicate process. To get the best results, a design engineer has to account
In many ways, technology has made our everyday lives easier than ever. For example, we are now able to communicate with people on the other side of the planet in mere moments using satellite communications relays. This allows businesses to get a
The world of manufacturing has been forever changed.
In the energy sector, the term “fracking” is a controversial one. The term typically refers to the shale gas boom, which uses high-pressure injections of water, sand, and chemicals into shale deposits to force the oil and natural gas in the rock
