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Companies in the manufacturing industry are always looking to improve productivity and the quality of their products while also keeping production costs low. Because of this, many companies turn to technology to make manufacturing processes more accurate and efficient. With a growing shortage of professional welders, manual welding has somewhat fallen by the wayside. While many manufacturing companies still utilize manual welding practices, robotic welding has become the preferred production method. Companies like American Manufacturing have chosen to invest in robotic welding setups to achieve more consistent results, reduce part rejection rates, and improve product quality. It is also [...]

To run an efficient business, you need your warehouse to be as organized as possible. Warehouse organization is key to having a fully optimized environment to work in and maintaining a successful business strategy. The best way to organize your warehouse can vary depending on the goals and products of your industry. At American Manufacturing, we specialize in equipment that will make your workplace more efficient. Besides implementing our products into your operations, we have some other tips on keeping your warehouse organized. The Importance of Organizing Your Warehouse There are many reasons why warehouse organization is essential for [...]

Having an industrial cart or dolly at your warehouse can help to improve the manufacturing process. Carts and dollies tend to serve the same purpose, so they are basically interchangeable. Tilt carts are more efficient and safer to use than forklifts, and tilting equipment and can be manually maneuvered to carry parts and tools. At American Manufacturing, we offer our customers heavy-duty industrial carts that can roll, rotate, and tilt. Our versatile products are great for moving equipment and parts around when you need to. Let’s look at some of the benefits of buying a tilt cart for your [...]

If you’ve tried buying any electronics in the past year, you may have noticed a significant increase in pricing and a decrease in supply. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been a massive surge in demand for electronic goods and other related products such as computers, gaming systems, and cars. The pandemic affected many industries because of the high demand for products due to people being stuck at home. In particular, the auto industry has especially been affected due to a worldwide microchip shortage. Here is a look into how semiconductor production shorted out and what this could [...]

Many industries slowed or even stopped the production of their products during the COVID-19 pandemic. The steel industry is no different, and with a continued supply shortage problem, there’s no clear indication of when the cost of steel will go back down. As a company that heavily produces steel products, American Manufacturing is constantly monitoring the steel market. Although it’s challenging to predict the steel price forecast for the last half of 2021 into 2022, American Manufacturing is working to keep costs low for customers. What Determines Steel Prices? Like most products, steel price changes are mainly determined by [...]

Automotive suppliers can range in scale and size from very large corporations to small or medium-sized companies. They play an integral role in both the manufacturing process and the automotive supply chain. There are also different roles and categories of automotive suppliers which we will further define. Keep reading to discover what automotive suppliers do and how they impact the automotive industry and supply chain as a whole.  What do automotive suppliers do? Automotive suppliers are commonly defined and referred to as companies that manufacture goods or products that are utilized within the production process of an automobile. This [...]

Industrial automotive racks are key to a seamless transit and shipping experience. They serve a great purpose in protecting automotive parts during transportation while also increasing the number of parts able to be shipped in one transit. A quality automotive rack should be able to withstand its environment as well as helping facilitate a smooth transition of automotive parts from one facility to the next.  Who needs industrial shipping racks?  Everyone who manufactures parts in multiple locations and has them sent to an assembly plant has a need for industrial shipping racks. Some industries that greatly benefit from industrial [...]

Steel fabrication is an extremely technical process that involves taking raw steel and shaping it into its desired form. It requires a high level of skill and proper equipment as there’s nearly no room for error. It is a necessary part of many industries and plays a large role in creating parts for mass consumption A closer look at steel fabrication  Industries and manufacturers often work with steel because of its high durability and opportunities for customization, especially since plastic is solely dependent on molds that are expensive to build. Steel is also a strong and versatile metal which [...]