Manufacturing Magazine May 2020 | Page 82

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Boeing

ILLINOIS , USA [ 1916 ]

“ Working smart ”, across the United States , Boeing harnesses high technology solutions to reshape the future of its factories in :
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Utah : using a high-tech overhead “ blanket ”, a “ smart susceptor ” blanket , moving production lines and 3D printing .
California : using and scaling up 3D printing across the company and mobile computer carts , to wire huge solar panels for spacecraft as well as testing advanced exoskeletons , external wearable devices to increase mechanical leverage , strength or speed .
Washington : using finger scanners , small wrist computers and headsets to quickly find parts , as well as automated tools , optical laser templates and robotic machines .
Missouri : using “ smart factory ” viewing tools that show productivity metrics .
MAY 2020