I recently asked one of my customers what was the biggest contributing factor to his cost per part? He very quickly said; “that’s an easy answer, it’s the cost of…
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AutomationFabricationFiber Laser CuttingManufacturingManufacturing Innovation
Keeping the Pace with High-Speed Automation
by byslblogFiber lasers are a game changing technology, but you must also consider factors such as material handling automation to make full use of their productivity. As I visit sheet metal…
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Contributing to Machine Availability As fiber laser cutting machines have become more prevalent, the hidden benefits of using fiber lasers have also become more evident. Maintenance tasks that that would…
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FabricationFiber Laser CuttingManufacturingNew production technologies
Seeing the Entire Machine Capabilities Picture
by byslblogWhy feed rate charts do not tell the full story. New laser cutting equipment often delivers faster production capabilities. In order to evaluate these capabilities correctly, it is important to…
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FabricationManufacturingPress Brakes
Advances in Press Brake Technology Contribute to Increased Productivity and Bend Accuracies.
by byslblogDynamic hydraulic crowning for press brakes represents one of the most innovative advances to date in metal fabrication, and has contributed to increased productivity, reduced setup times and improved bend…
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Among the many challenges facing today’s metal fabrication industry. One of the most pressing is locating and hiring qualified workers. In fact, this has been an ongoing struggle for many…
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AutomationBusiness CommunicationsBusiness StrategyCutting, BendingFabricationGoals and MotivationManufacturingManufacturing InnovationSales and MarketingSoftware
Managing Technology and Downstream Processes
by byslblogAdding new technology to your fabrication process is both a necessity and a challenge in order to remain competitive. As many of you know, the advent of high-speed Fiber Lasers…
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AutomationBusiness CommunicationsBusiness StrategyCutting, BendingFabricationGoals and MotivationManufacturingManufacturing InnovationSales and MarketingSoftware
Differentiation Equals Opportunity
by byslblogDifferentiation is the key to creating new opportunities. As competition remains fierce, the only way to stand out is to do things differently, better, and more efficiently than anyone else. …
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Business StrategyFabricationGoals and MotivationManufacturing InnovationSales and Marketing
Goals & Motivation
by byslblogWe are motivated by goals and needs, focused by tasks and objectives and driven by incentives. How does human psychology play a role in the success of business? Let’s first…
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“Victorious warriors win first and then go to war, while defeated warriors go to war first and then seek to win.” Sun Tzu, 6th Century BC, “The Art of War”…