Metal Fabrication Strategy Summit 2025 - Panel Discussion: Smart Manufacturing—Shop-Floor Data Collection, Analysis and Use
November 21, 2025Comments
By mounting sensors and cameras onto lasers, punch presses and other equipment on the shop floor, fabricators can capture real-time data related to part quality, production flow, machine health and more. Learn from fabricators some best practices for selecting and installing data-gathering devices, and then how best to use that data to optimize overall equipment effectiveness and improve productivity and efficiency.
Panelists
Jeff Puma, Content Director, National Association of Manufacturers (NAM)
Lance Thrailkill, CEO, All Metals Fabricating
Ryan Hochstetler, Digital Director, General Stamping & Metalwork
Technologies: Management
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