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December 06 , 2024 Adrian Leighton
In this episode of our podcast, Episode 246, hosts Adrian and Renaud delve into the complex topic of international trade policies as they discuss President Trump’s anticipated trade moves in his upcoming second term. Recorded on December 4th, the conversation … Continue reading
November 29 , 2024 Adrian Leighton
We explore the transformative world of artificial intelligence (AI) in manufacturing, joined by Bryan DeBois, Director of Industrial AI at Rovisys, a leading system integrator. Bryan brings years of experience in digital transformation, industrial AI, industry 4.0, and smart manufacturing. … Continue reading
November 28 , 2024 Adrian Leighton
Here’s the monthly update tracking the costs of commonly used raw materials from China for the past year to help you understand where the market is right now. If you or your supplier are purchasing materials from China for your … Continue reading
November 22 , 2024 Adrian Leighton
Hosts Adrian and Renaud dive into the principles and practices of Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA). Whether you’re developing your first product or refining an existing design, DFMA provides a roadmap to streamline production, reduce costs, and enhance product … Continue reading
November 15 , 2024 Adrian Leighton
In this episode, Adrian and Renaud talk about the pivotal role of the Product Requirements Document (PRD) in hardware development. They break down the essential elements of a PRD, exploring how it aligns teams, improves design clarity, and ensures product … Continue reading
November 11 , 2024 Adrian Leighton
We found this interesting story posted on LinkedIn recently, in which product founder Daniel Rees shared his unfortunate experience with a Chinese supplier who was producing his company’s products, helmets. The supplier, knowing that they relied on him for production, took the … Continue reading
November 08 , 2024 Adrian Leighton
Adrian and Renaud dive deep into the world of product testing, sharing information about the best types of testing labs for different needs. They explore the three main types of testing labs—calibration, compliance, and reliability—and discuss when each is applicable, … Continue reading
November 01 , 2024 Adrian Leighton
In this episode of China Manufacturing Decoded, Paul Adams, head of new product development, is joined by Fabien Gaussorgues, CEO of Agilian Technology, to explore the critical decision to switch suppliers (manufacturers) in Asia, especially China. They discuss common warning … Continue reading
October 28 , 2024 Adrian Leighton
Here’s the monthly update tracking the costs of commonly used raw materials from China for the past year to help you understand where the market is right now. If you or your supplier are purchasing materials from China for your … Continue reading
October 25 , 2024 Adrian Leighton
Adrian and Renaud dive into a critical discussion just 12 days before the U.S. presidential election. With the possibility of Donald Trump being re-elected, they explore the implications for U.S.-China relations, focusing on trade dynamics and manufacturing. The episode delves … Continue reading