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500 robots for Ford factory in Cologne

Automation specialist and industrial robot manufacturer, FANUC, has received another major order in the field of e-mobility. Scheduled for delivery in 2022, the company will supply Ford’s Cologne factory in Germany with around 500 robots to assist in the construction of electric car bodies.

Decarbonise the supply chain

The commitment to tackling climate change is accelerating in all sectors of society, with net-zero pledges from companies, cities, states and regions doubling in the past year. Decarbonising supply chains is a major opportunity for companies to put these commitments into practice.

Smart factory solutions

MRP, ERP and MES manufacturing software solutions support better resource planning, scheduling and tracking, as well as lean manufacturing operations. When considering an ERP system versus MRP for a manufacturing organisation, the core competences and historical pedigree of the system must match your business.

An eye on materials

Despite the economic downturn, Voestalpine generated revenues of 11.3 billion euros for 2020/21. We highlight the Group’s latest projects, new material innovations and strategy for growth in the July/August 2021 issue of ISMR.

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