Controlling manufacturing costs is a daily struggle, with fluctuating commodity prices and production demands putting ever-increasing pressure on the bottom line. The good news is one of the highest costs on the shop floor—energy—can be significantly curbed, without a huge capital investment. The savings start with a good energy management information system (EMIS). Though some might perceive an EMIS as a later step in their journey toward energy efficiency, it’s actually best to adopt an EMIS right at the start >> READ MORE

Conditions in manufacturing plants can be rigorous for employees. They might be welding, working the assembly line, and everything in between. Depending on the industry, the plant might produce potato chips, or farm machinery. The facilities can vary greatly, from fully temperature-controlled plants to open-air, exposed to the elements. Though the products and processes may vary, manufacturing plants have a key requirement in common—keeping workers safe, comfortable and productive. Many now rely on an uninterrupted supply of industry-compliant workwear and personal protective equipment (PPE), designed and tested to withstand any industrial conditions. >> Read More