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4 Inventory Management Strategies to Help Your Business Succeed

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  When you’re in a business that keeps inventory, having an efficient inventory management strategy is critical to growing your company. Effective inventory management strategies allow your business to track your stock levels efficiently, saving you time and money. Your goal is to minimize the cost of holding inventory without losing the ability to provide customers with what they need when they need it.   Inventory Management Strategies Matter Not paying attention to your inventory levels can cripple your business. Even big companies like Walmart have had inventory management problems. They have since recognized these issues and used various inventory management techniques to overcome their obstacles. Here’s how you can do the same: 1. Automate your inventory management It may work for a while to manually track your inventory, but it will become cumbersome at some point. You’ll eventually need to move to something more efficient. Inventory management systems take the gu...

You Should Be Taking Advantage of Industry 4.0: Here’s Why

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  You may have heard the term Industry 4.0 bandied about in the media about factories and production lines like yours. You’re wondering how it affects your processes and whether you can take advantage of it to improve your productivity. At Bossard, we can help. What is Industry 4.0? Industry 4.0 stands for the next trend in the manufacturing industry. The first industrial revolution or Industry 1.0 happened in the 18th century when waterpower improved mechanical production. Then came Industry 2.0, which relied on electrical machines and the division of labor. Industry 3.0, which is where we are today, automates production with IT and electronics. We’re now heading into Industry 4.0 . The Industry 4.0 definition consists of smart factories with automated production and smart technologies that exchange data among devices. This trend includes the Industrial Internet of Things, cloud computing, artificial intelligence, sophisticated sensors, and advanced robotics. Like the ones ...

Fasteners for Industrial Robots: Automation Driving the Future of Manufacturing

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  As the manufacturing industry rapidly embraces automation, industrial robots are becoming indispensable. These high-performance machines handle demanding tasks such as assembly, palletizing, spraying, and welding, significantly enhancing productivity and precision. However, the reliability of these robots hinges on a critical yet often overlooked component: fasteners. Fasteners for industrial robots must meet stringent requirements, including vibration resistance, high durability, reliable quality, and corrosion resistance, to ensure the seamless operation of robots in harsh and dynamic environments. Multifunctional Fasteners for Industrial Robots Selecting the right fasteners can drastically impact the performance of industrial robots . Multifunctional fasteners combine specialized features to meet the unique demands of automation systems. Wedge-Locking Fasteners Designed to resist loosening caused by vibrations or dynamic loads, wedge-locking fasteners enhance the st...

Fasteners for Trains and Railway Technology: Enhancing Reliability and Efficiency

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  The railway sector's increasing demand for reliability, speed, and punctuality is driving advancements in train and railway technology . With the push for faster and more economical trains, lightweight materials are becoming the norm. Alongside this, production throughput times and lean maintenance practices must be optimized, creating unique challenges for fasteners. At Bossard, we recognize these industry trends and provide railway-specific fastening solutions that adhere to the highest safety and quality standards. Our solutions are tailored to enhance efficiency and productivity, ensuring seamless operations in rail technology. Rail-Specific Fasteners by Application: Supply Units in Rail Vehicles Passenger comfort and easy maintenance are priorities in supply units. Fasteners must be quickly replaceable, reusable, and suitable for safe mounting. Key Fasteners: Cable glands, compression latches, hose clamps, blind rivet nuts, and high-strength threaded inserts. Rai...

A Tailormade Screw for a Drone: Meeting the Demands of the Sky

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Fastening innovation takes flight with EHang's Falcon-B drone . When our customer EHang approached us with a challenge, it was clear that only a bespoke solution could meet their ambitious goals. EHang required a fastening element for their Falcon-B drone that balanced lightweight design, vibration resistance, security, and easy maintenance—a tall order, but one we were excited to tackle. The Mission: Overcoming the Limits of the Sky EHang Intelligent Technology Co. Ltd. is transforming human mobility with a bold vision: allowing people to fly as free as birds. Known as a trailblazer in the drone industry, the Chinese company specializes in developing cutting-edge drones, including those for unmanned passenger transport. Professionally deployed in diverse fields such as security, environmental monitoring, transport safety, and cartography, drones are becoming indispensable tools for the modern world. EHang stands out as a market leader, pioneering innovations that redefine h...

Smart Factory Logistics to Know Your Parts Usage and Not be Caught Unprepared

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Your Kanban system may have worked adequately so far. However, it does involve constant attention from your suppliers, shippers, and warehouse staff so that products enter and leave your warehouse in a timely manner. You also have to juggle inventory levels and fulfillment requests to ensure that you process orders promptly and with the correct quantities. How does your current Kanban system stack up when challenged with unforeseen events?  When headlines forecast supply chain interruption or material shortages, do you have the usage data on hand to ensure your assembly line won’t be stopped in the days ahead? Despite your vigilance, you’re sometimes caught unprepared when stock levels don’t match what’s on record or you don’t have enough information to predict what to stockpile when JIT replenishment is not viable anymore. This can cause you to delay shipments as your staff scrounge for the needed products. Bossard helps you avoid these pitfalls by implementing Smart Factory...

Comprehensive Fastening Solutions for Medical & Life Science Applications

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In the medical and life science industry , quality assurance and strict adherence to regulatory requirements are paramount. To stay competitive, MedTech manufacturers must continuously innovate, focusing on product development and value-driven design. At Bossard, we assist companies in enhancing efficiency and productivity through advanced fastening and assembly technologies for medical devices, life science, and laboratory equipment. Fasteners for Electromedical Devices in the Operating Room Critical medical equipment used in operating rooms must perform flawlessly. Fasteners for electromedical devices like MRI, ultrasound, and surgical lights should possess high strength, and resistance to vibration and corrosion. Essential fastening solutions include: Securing and anti-loosening screws Direct assembly screws for plastics and metals Lockbolts, retaining rings, cable glands, and sealing plugs These elements ensure that medical devices maintain durability and reliability during comple...