Ecology in industry: A vector of productivity?
Industrial activity and environmental issues have long been considered irreconcilable. Factories do not only produce goods, but also generate waste, discharge and destruction of natural resources, some of which are non-renewable. These last years, however, major efforts have been deployed to reverse this tendency and make [...]
Why is it important to follow clear work instructions ?
Thanks to the integration of corrective and preventive actions, to the consideration of operators’ comments and to the increased use of more accessible devices (smartphones, tablets, smart glasses, etc.), following instructions in the workplace facilitates the task of the collaborators and helps them cooperate. However, we must ensure the follow-up and [...]
What is the place of ASS in industry?
The purpose of any company is to sell quality products. It is still necessary that these production goods give real satisfaction to the buyer. Otherwise, the latter will turn to another supplier. This doesn’t only mean the loss of a client but also a huge hard [...]
Preventing risks in industry: implementing preventive maintenance
Rather than waiting for a breakdown or an accident to occur, it is always better for a company to anticipate this kind of hazard for at least two reasons: preventing production from being affected and preserving quality. That is why in today’s industry, we are working on [...]
The implementation of a quality approach in the industry
In order to be competitive, to position oneself favorably over the competition and to increase consumer interest in the products and services it offers, the company must make sure to control and ensure high-level quality. What the company sell needs to be continually improved to meet [...]
New tools available for the industry smartphones, tablets and mobile applications
The mass arrival of mobile solutions in the world of industry is one of the upheavals brought about by the advent of new technologies. It brings significant changes in all activities within the company (maintenance, measurements, nomenclatures, process management, quality control…) from their development to their [...]
4 things not to do when writing work instructions
Work instructions are at the heart of industrial documentation and require particular attention. Allowing to describe the functions of each operator in detail, operating modes determine the success or failure of the organization of work within the factory. In this article, we are going to focus [...]
What tools for the methods department (methods office)?
The methods department or the methods office is considered as one of the essential pillars of industrial companies’ development. It connects with lean management techniques so that the company keeps its competitiveness in an evolving market. It is the interface between the production line and the [...]
