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Clemson University Sep 30

Clemson University; Industry Perspective on Connecting with the Ideas and Workforce of the Future

In an August 7 post, we highlighted the connection between South Carolina industry and  in their senior capstone course.  ABB, a global leader in electrification, robotics, automation, and motion, is a regular partner with Clemson Mechanical Engineering capstone via their Mechanical Power Transmission (MOPT) group based in Greenville.  We recently asked Thomas Kuckhoff, Product development […]

By SCMFG/Staff
Clemson University Sep 28

Preparing the next generation of technological talent in advanced manufacturing; coming out of COVID-19 stronger

With $4 million in funding from the National Science Foundation, a new project called A2 proposes to build on the success of Clemson University’s Center for Aviation and Automotive Technological Education using Virtual E-Schools (CA2VES). CA2VES launched in 2012 to create and deliver accessible e-learning material for a nationwide audience to support aviation and automotive […]

By SCMFG/Staff
Talking Tech with Gemba Systems Sep 16

Advanced Manufacturing using Industry 4.0 technologies

You may have heard the joke… “Who’s driving digital transformation at your company: the CEO, CIO, or… COVID-19?” Besides unleashing a wave of video conferencing and remote desktopping, COVID-19 has indeed stimulated accelerated adoption of certain digital technologies, such as remote monitoring, remote assistance, and even remote or independent training using augmented and virtual reality. […]

By SCMFG/Staff
"In the air or on the road" Manufacturing Design with Paul Kumler Sep 7

Political blues – How they Impact Business

As a business owner, I am repeatedly asked, “How is the current environment affecting your business and what is your forecast to finish the year?” Generally, we look to the past as an indicator of future performance. Of course, there are many factors and variables that can influence the outcome. I learned through my statistics […]

By SCMFG/Staff
Manufacturing Aug 31

In Manufacturing Supply Sales, Its Not All About Price

The majority of sales people who operate in the highly competitive field of manufacturing supply have internalized the fallacy that “it just comes down to price.”  These are sales people who have accepted that they will bid on all (or most) opportunities and cross their fingers that their bid is the least expensive and possibly […]

By SCMFG/Staff
Mike Ungar Aug 27

Do you have what it takes to lead?

Leadership in the manufacturing environment is complex.  Leaders must be concerned with safety, reliability, quality, delivery, and cost.  The results in each of these performance areas are dependent on people. What leadership traits must a person have to be a successful manufacturing leader? There are many books and articles written about leadership.  Implementing Lean principles […]

By SCMFG/Staff
Manufacturing Aug 21

Using “Digitally Published Content” to help grow your business

South Carolina Manufacturing wants to help you grow your business through published content such as thought leadership, client testimonials, case studies, company profiles, how-to-videos, production-videos and much more to help support your marketing and sales teams find and retain business. At SCMFG, we utilize our digital magazine and weekly e-newsletter to publish advertisements, content in […]

By SCMFG/Staff
Mike Ungar Jul 29

Do not blame COVID-19 for your Poor Performance

Manufacturers that follow CDC guidelines to create a safe and healthy environment for their employees to be able to produce and serve customers are doing the right thing.  Plants don’t operate unless operators are kept safe and feel safe coming to work.  It is every manufacturer’s responsibility to have a workplace where each worker goes […]

By SCMFG/Staff
"In the air or on the road" Manufacturing Design with Paul Kumler Jul 24

Life Lesson #3 – Stare Down the Dragon

KTM Solutions celebrated 15 years in business on April 21, 2020. Although COVID-19 impacted our celebration plans, this milestone gave me pause to reflect on 15 years in business and the life lessons learned. I would like to continue to share those with you as maybe they will help other business leaders. I’m sure it […]

By SCMFG/Staff
Manufacturing Jul 12

Classroom Training has Become Obsolete

It was Monday morning, March 16, 2020 and you had just been told that beginning on Wednesday, March 18th everyone will begin to work from home.  You previously scheduled your team for a training session to be held on April 6, 2020 in the company’s training facility.  Your mind begins to race forward.  “Can we […]

By SCMFG/Staff
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