July 9, 2025
Did you know that, according to Henkel, “in the global manufacturing industry, human error causes unplanned downtime 23% of the time?“ Pingdom Research discovered that manufacturing sites could lose up to or more than $260,000 per minute, depending on their size and scale. The consequences of human error extend far beyond cost, as they can impact … How Effective Training Reduces Human Error in Manufacturing
May 19, 2025
Servo motors might be small, but they’re seriously impressive—they’re the hidden force behind the smooth, precise movements in much of the equipment we use today. As a quick recap of the history of servo motors, numerous inventors helped pioneer feedback in electrical systems throughout the nineteenth century. In the 1960s, the brushless servo system was … A Comprehensive Look at Servo Motors
April 16, 2025
We hate to be the bearers of bad news, but there is a type of pollution that is unseen: noise pollution is the reason forty-eight million Americans have a hearing impairment, and that’s only one of the health issues that come with this epidemic. But what really is noise pollution, and how do we overcome … What’s That Sound? Unpacking the Problem of Noise Pollution
March 26, 2025
Industrial and manufacturing work surrounds us, often unnoticed. Even in film and television, this crucial labor is frequently showcased. Here are five examples where the big screen highlights these invaluable skills: From “MythBusters” to The Martian, pop culture highlights the vital work of manufacturing and repair. We at Industrial Repair Service recognize the real-world skills … Lights, Cameras, Production! Industrial Repair in Pop Culture
December 2, 2024
Everyone knows Leonardo Di Vinci for his incredible paintings, such as the Mona Lisa or The Last Supper, but do you know he also conceptualized contact lenses? In 1508, Di Vinci described the idea of manipulating the cornea’s power by submerging someone’s head in a bowl of water in his written works. While this wasn’t … From Molten Plastic to Perfect Vision: The Journey of Contact Lenses
July 10, 2024
Poland Spring, Coca-Cola, and Simply Orange juice have something in common: all these refreshing drinks come in plastic bottles. But have you ever wondered how these bottles are made? Creating plastic bottles involves molding the plastic into the desired shape, filling it with the beverage, and then sealing it to ensure it stays fresh. It’s … From Goop to Gulp: The Wild Ride of Plastic Bottle Making
