Author: Jennifer Read

The Low/No-Halogen Conundrum

Certain product categories, primarily consumer electronics like laptops and cell phones, are under pressure to comply with “low halogen” requirements. These requirements are generally not regulatory right now – rather, they are “market requirements”. Mike Kirschner of Design Chain Associates explains what the industry should do to ensure safety and prevent inappropriate and burdensome regulation.

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Continuous Improvement to Reap Long-term Rewards: ROI in the Smart Factory

According to research from Barclays Corporate Banking, over half of manufacturers are reporting improved productivity thanks to the adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies. Despite this, two thirds state that they are yet to experience a return on investment (ROI). Here, Lee Sullivan, Regional Sales Manager at industrial software provider COPA-DATA UK, explains the steps manufacturers can take to boost ROI.

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