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Industrial automation offers manufacturers the benefits of increased production, enhanced product quality, improved workplace safety, and more. 

Manufacturing is a numbers game. 

The better your numbers in terms of optimization, waste reduction, and production output, the more competitive you’ll be in the industry. 

By automating your manufacturing processes, you can improve your numbers in all the ways mentioned above. Using valuable data from your industrial robots and equipment, you can continue to optimize your processes until you reach peak production efficiency. 

Read our list of 5 reasons to automate with industrial robots below to get specific insight into how automation will advance your company. 

Steel platforms provide manufacturers with productive space in their warehouses while increasing workplace safety. 

Have you ever thought, “I wish I could make use of all that space,” while looking up inside your warehouse? 

Well, you can! With steel platforms, you can utilize the vertical space in your manufacturing facility by creating a new level that can be used for storage, manufacturing processes, and more. 

Access structures such as steel platforms will improve your warehouse. Learn more about steel platforms and how to buy steel platforms for your facility below. 

Industrial robots have come a long way since 1954, and they continue to grow exponentially in companies around the world. 

Industrial robots, like KUKA, ABB, and FANUC robot models, are transforming into ever lighter and more advanced forms. Since the first industrial robot in 1954, innovations in robotics have completely changed the way industrial robots are used today. 

Learn about the history of industrial robots, as well as where they stand today and their predicted growth in the future, below. 

Utilizing power factor control in industrial facilities will save energy and increase load carrying capabilities in electrical equipment. 

In manufacturing, cutting unnecessary waste is necessary to achieve the most efficient form of production. 

One way of doing this is by using PFC, or power factor control, to reduce energy waste. 

iGAM offers our Lifeguard LS12-30F1A Power Factor Charger Control so you can preserve the electrical circuits in your equipment and avoid penalty fees for low power factor from energy companies. 

Learn more about the importance of efficient PFC and iGAM’s Lifeguard LS12-30F1A Power Factor Charger Control below. 

If you want to sell industrial robots and manufacturing equipment, then consign with iGAM to liquidate your assets. 

Selling surplus industrial equipment can be difficult. From negotiations to transportation to finding a verified buyer, it can be a time-consuming process. 

With iGAM, consigning your equipment is a flexible, safe, and easy process. Read more about consigning industrial equipment with iGAM below. 

The 3D Systems Prox DMP 300 offers manufacturers all the benefits of 3D printing at an affordable price. 

If you want to add a 3D printer to your production line while maintaining your budget, then consider iGAM’s 3D Systems Prox DMP 300. 

This printer is refurbished and tested for quality assurance. Investing in a 3D printer will provide cost savings to your company in the long term, among other benefits. 

Find out why you should use 3D printing applications in your facility below. 

This guest post by our sister company, NRTC Automation, explains what actions you can take to improve your automation journey.

Automating your company is a complex operation, but with the right tools and mindset, you can develop a robotic production line that boosts your efficiency and revenue. 

As Industry 4.0 takes off, companies without automation will fall behind. Even small- to medium-sized businesses are taking advantage of robotic systems to enhance their manufacturing processes. 

Automation should be implemented with care, however. If you simply add robots and industrial equipment to your facility without taking the necessary steps to integrate them, you’ll end up with expensive equipment that isn’t helping your business. 

NRTC Automation lists the top 5 reasons why you might be failing at automating your business and how you can take action for successful automation. 

Servo weld guns, such as iGAM’s used Milco Servo Weld Gun, provide greater lifetime costs savings compared to traditional pneumatic weld guns. 

Welding equipment is a necessity for almost every manufacturer. With welding equipment, you can create neat weld joints on metal products. 

Welding can also be expensive depending on the equipment you use. Pneumatic welding guns, for example, lack efficiency due to their fluctuating supply of air pressure. This could negatively affect your product and your revenue. 

Servo weld guns are the superior option for manufacturers who want to weld while saving time and money. Learn more about the benefits of using a Milco Servo Weld Gun below! 

With a few simple tips to guide the automation process, manufacturers of all industries can succeed in developing their production lines with industrial robots and equipment. 

Automation can be intimidating for new businesses, and expanding automation can be a hassle even for established companies. 

Take a few tips from iGAM to help you grow your company with automation. Read more below to get started! 

By using cybersecurity hygiene practices, manufacturers can protect sensitive data and internet-connected assets from potentially detrimental attacks. 

Manufacturing has changed for the better in the past few decades. With the rise of IoT, manufacturers can view and analyze data from all points of the production process to improve efficiency and cut down on waste. 

Unfortunately, technological advancements come with a hefty price: cyberattacks threaten to destroy companies by exploiting data and damaging industrial assets. 

Thankfully, manufacturers can avoid these attacks by implementing cybersecurity practices into their businesses. Learn more about the importance of cybersecurity in manufacturing below.