There are many trends that have come about over the past few years that have elevated manufacturing options in the United States. For many years, offshoring manufacturing operations was a popular option. While innovation has been strong in the U.S., the production and manufacturing operations were sent overseas where labor costs were lower. Today, there […]
The Advantages of an AirFree® Fluid Dispenser Over Air-Driven Systems
The problems associated with air-driven fluid dispensing systems are well-known, and yet, they continue to be used in manufacturing facilities. Why? Here are 3 important advantages of AirFree® fluid dispensers over air-driven systems: AirFree® Fluid Dispensers Are Reliable If one word sums up air-driven fluid dispensing it’s this: erratic. Air pressure is uncontrollable and surges into the […]
3D Printing in Manufacturing: Where Are We Today?
3D printing, or additive manufacturing, which creates 3D solid objects from digital design, has been around since the 1980’s. Yet, adoption has been slow outside of a few industries. It’s been discussed as a manufacturing “technology of the future” for many years now. In our own blog postfrom just a few years ago we said: 3D […]
How the SmartDispenser® is Environmentally Friendly
Fishman®Corporation has revolutionized fluid dispensing with the SmartDispenser®, an AirFree®fluid dispensing system. It provides control and monitoring of a consistent repeatable assembly fluid deposit worldwide resulting in increased bottom line profits through higher productivity, fewer rejects, less fluid waste and lower production costs. Not only is the color of the SmartDispenser®green, but it is also an […]
Manufacturers Must Be Open to Change
Most of us desire change on a regular basis, but manufacturers can be a little slower to catch up. Think about it this way – Why do you think people get a new cell phone every few years (or less)? It’s because they want the “next big thing”. As technology improves, they want the better […]
Answers to Common Questions About Fishman® Corporation and Our Fluid Dispensing SmartDispenser®
The decision of which fluid dispenser or dispensers to purchase for your shop floor doesn’t come lightly. It’s a sizeable investment and the fluid dispenser, in addition to the company that manufactures it, must be the right fit. That’s why we understand when prospects want to learn more about us and our flagship product, the SmartDispenser®, […]
The Benefits of Smart Manufacturing
There is certainly no shortage of smart technologies in our lives. We have our smartphones, smart TVs, and smart watches. It seems to make sense that we also have “smart manufacturing.” Smart manufacturing, or SM, like everything else that’s smart, utilizes connectivity and real-time access to data to improve a process. If you’re looking for […]
The Manufacturing Skills Gap and What Can be Done
One of the biggest challenges facing the manufacturing sector today is the skills gap that exists among the workforce. As studies have shown, this gap is only getting worse. There are, however, plenty of things manufacturers can do to close this gap. Here’s more information: According to a Manufacturing Institute study: The skills gap is widening, […]
SmartDispenser® Technical Support Offers Real Time Service
The SmartDispenser®fluid dispensing system provides control and monitoring of a consistent repeatable assembly fluid deposit worldwide. This results in increased bottom line profits through higher productivity, fewer rejects, less fluid waste and lower production costs. In addition to revolutionizing fluid dispensing, Fishman®has advanced technical support solutions. Any potential issue can be resolved quickly with assistance […]
Work Order Tracker SmartApp™
Tracking work orders, reducing human errors, documenting traceability. This SmartApp™ does it all. Make your SmartDispenser® even smarter with SmartApps™ from Fishman®. A major manufacturer of medical devices using the SmartDispenser® fluid dispensing system wanted the ability to track how many parts are made per work order, and to use that information to document traceability. […]