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November 15, 2024

The Role of Digital Twins in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering

Digital twin modeling creates detailed virtual representations of physical assets, systems, or processes. They enable manufacturers to simulate and analyze operations in real time. Utilizing 3D models facilitates more informed decision-making, increasing efficiency and reducing downtime.
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Erica Smith | November 15, 2024

Erica Smith |

November 15, 2024

November 15, 2024

How does Industrial Engineering Consulting Improve Risk Management

Industrial Engineering Consulting improves processes, systems, and operations within organizations to boost efficiency and productivity. This approach analyzes workflows, optimizes resource allocation, and implements strategies that reduce waste, lower costs, and enhance overall performance.
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Erica Smith | November 15, 2024

Erica Smith |

November 15, 2024

August 23, 2024
Point cloud visualization of a 3D laser scan with inverted colors for enhanced detail.

Understanding Costs of 3D Laser Scanning

PMC would like to welcome Ian Barker-Cortrecht to our growing team of laser scanning experts across the United States! Ian joins us with an engineering background with a degree in Product Design from the School of Architecture and Allied Arts...
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Erica Smith | August 23, 2024

Erica Smith |

August 23, 2024

August 21, 2024

What is the Significance of BIM In Construction?

PMC would like to welcome Ian Barker-Cortrecht to our growing team of laser scanning experts across the United States! Ian joins us with an engineering background with a degree in Product Design from the School of Architecture and Allied Arts...
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Joydeep Chatterjee | August 21, 2024

Joydeep Chatterjee |

August 21, 2024

March 12, 2024

Material Flow and Analysis Explained

Enhancing the flow of both material and information from start to finish can lead to reduced internal logistics costs and increased supply security and flexibility.
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Erica Smith | March 12, 2024

Erica Smith |

March 12, 2024

February 28, 2024

What is 5S and Muda/Mura/Muri?

The concepts of Muda, Mura, and Muri, originally pioneered by Toyota, are instrumental in identifying and eliminating inefficiencies and time-wasting elements in business and production processes.
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Erica Smith | February 28, 2024

Erica Smith |

February 28, 2024

January 25, 2024

What is Lean Manufacturing? What is Automation?

Lean manufacturing is a value-driven approach that aims to eliminate waste, improve efficiency, and maximize productivity within production processes.It focuses on principles like continuous improvement, waste reduction, and optimizing productivity...
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Erica Smith | January 25, 2024

Erica Smith |

January 25, 2024

October 31, 2023
Modapts time and motion study method diagram for analyzing and optimizing work processes.

Time and Motion Studies Explained

A time and motion study is a technique used to analyze the time it takes to perform specific tasks based on human motion. It is often used for repetitive tasks performed by an average worker who has been fully trained. The study involves breaking down tasks into measurable steps and assigning a proper time...
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Erica Smith | October 31, 2023

Erica Smith |

October 31, 2023

October 31, 2023
Diagram illustrating lean manufacturing principles for improving efficiency in operations.

Lean Methodologies Explained

The concept of lean manufacturing aims to maximize productivity while eliminating waste, including non-value-added time. By reducing waste and optimizing processes, lean production helps increase efficiency and productivity. Identifying a manufacturing process and analyzing its steps can help...
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Erica Smith | October 31, 2023

Erica Smith |

October 31, 2023

October 26, 2023
Visual representation of PMI in asset information modeling for efficient record management.

Hybrid Reality Capture Powered by Flash Technology

In the fast-paced realm of technology, PMC is thrilled to unveil a new advancement in reality capture. PMC is a FARO-certified scanning partner and is proud to announce that we now offer hybrid reality capture driven by FARO's groundbreaking Flash Technology.
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Erica Smith | October 26, 2023

Erica Smith |

October 26, 2023

March 8, 2022
Portrait of Ian Barker Cortrecht, featured in the New Hire Spotlight blog post.

New Hire Spotlight | Ian Barker-Cortrecht

PMC would like to welcome Ian Barker-Cortrecht to our growing team of laser scanning experts across the United States! Ian joins us with an engineering background with a degree in Product Design from the School of Architecture and Allied Arts...
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Collin Wheeler | March 8, 2022

Collin Wheeler |

March 8, 2022

January 31, 2022
Simul8 Software Interface: An illustrative representation of the Simul8 simulation software used for process modeling and optimization.

5 Tips and Strategies for SIMUL8® Users

Always distinguish clearly between a SIMUL8® Label (what some other software, simulation textbooks, and technical articles call an “attribute”) and a SIMUL8® Information Store (what some…
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Ed Williams | January 31, 2022

Ed Williams |

January 31, 2022

January 13, 2022
3D laser scanning of Norman Towers building for detailed architectural modeling.

What Is 3D Laser Scanning?

3D Laser Scanning uses cutting edge technology to build “point clouds” to create digital representations oh physical assets. With these point clouds, we are able to extract surface data from an object to build its digital twin. Digital Twins can be built from a tangible object of any size, from a coffee machine...
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Collin Wheeler | January 13, 2022

Collin Wheeler |

January 13, 2022

November 23, 2021
Smiling Machines new partnership in production modeling

PMC Partners With Smiling Machines | Press Release

PMC is pleased to announce its new strategic partnership with Smiling Machines.   “Our partnership with PMC opens the door to the US market. PMC‘s many […]
Collin Wheeler |

November 23, 2021

September 9, 2021
Process simulation using Witness software to model and optimize industrial operations.

Understanding The Role of Simulation Modeling

Raid Al-Aomar, Edward J.Williams and Onur M. Ülgen. Understanding The Role of Simulation Modeling   After understanding the concepts and aspects of the term “simulation modeling,” […]
Onur Ulgen |

September 9, 2021

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