It has been a big year for the Soft Tech team and before we go full steam ahead into 2018, we looked at the most clicked articles and popular industry topics on our website for 2017.
The articles show us that our audience enjoys reading about how technology can improve business, case studies, real world issues and demos.
Here are the ten most popular articles accompanied by a summary. Read the full article by clicking on the headline.
6 reasons you should be using CNC machines
CNCs have automated many manufacturing processes, increasing productivity and eliminating human error. This article was the most popular and talked about how CNCs will future proof manufacturing businesses.
Case Study: How G.James saved 12,000 minutes
Two case studies made the top ten list, including how G.James saved 120,000 minutes/month, improved their data accuracy nine times and increased their job tracking by 400%. This case study shows how a resource intensive process was transformed into an effortless task which produces accurate and useful data.
Non-conforming glass blamed for balcony glass exploding
Media outlets reported glass balconies exploding at multi-storey apartment last year. Footage showed the window exploding and spreading glass on the balconies, cars and footpath below, putting people and everything in its path in danger. This is a real life example highlighting the importance of industry standards and compliance.
Live Demo of Soft Tech’s Manufacturing Solutions
We invited our mailing list to Get Fenestrated 2017, to see us showcase automated production lines and our scheduling software. The article and our demonstrations were very popular. Thanks for coming down to meet us and making this event a success.
How much does an UNTIDY factory floor cost?
For busy factories and their staff, the priority is to get more windows out the door and tidying up gets left till later. Many factories have trolleys full of incorrectly supplied integrated glass units (IGUs), a rack of extrusions left over from re-work, and off cuts of metal being saved ‘just in case’. This article highlights how costly an untidy factory floor is.
Soft Tech wins prestigious industry award
Each year, the Crystal Achievement Awards recognize residential window and door manufacturers and suppliers for their contributions to the industry. Soft Tech’s Scheduling Software received The Unique Innovation award.
Case Study: Architectural Window improves data accuracy eight-fold
Architectural Window was experiencing a bottleneck with shop drawings being translated into factory paperwork, due to the complex and customized nature of their orders.
By implementing Soft Tech’s Manufacturing Solution they saved 15,000 minutes per month, the completion of purchasing and production paperwork is 400% faster and their data accuracy increased eight times.
How will 3D printing impact the construction industry?
Companies around the globe are experimenting with the art of printing large structures, including buildings, huts and houses. This article discussed the impact on the construction industry and the world we live in.
After publishing an article about BIM and who it impacts, we delved into another important BIM related subject, IFC. But what is this Industry Foundation Classes thing and should you IFC, or not?
Robotics that will transform manufacturing forever
In our business, we deal with a range of companies, from the very small to very complex. All could do with a helping hand, whether with the tedious tasks of the business, or the more dangerous ones.
Research shows that robots working in the manufacturing space can help with these tasks, and increase accuracy and productivity, at the same time. Check out these robots and the amazing things they can do!
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