It's no surprise the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) has inflicted more stringent controls on U.S. food and related manufacturers; and we should find comfort in the changes. But how are you, the manufacturer, addressing the preventive control requirements for your organization?
Twisted Traces is a US-based company that specializes in manufacturing printed circuit board designs and board assemblies. With over 30 years of experience, our vision is making manufacturing MADE IN USA a reality once again with a goal to exceed off-shore facilities in cost, quality, and delivery times- providing overseas pricing here at home. The idea is simple and with our technology, the execution is seamless.
Written by Andy Cave, IMEC Regional Manager
An example of how an accounting approach may hinder continuous improvement efforts
The Accounting concept of Standard Costing was developed in the 1920’s, and its application has remained fairly constant. Manufacturing was noted for minimal product variation (“You can buy a Model T in any color, as long as it’s black”) and long production runs creating lots of inventory whose financial value had to be estimated. Lean principles have changed the manufacturing world significantly, with shorter set-up times and significantly less inventory. Meanwhile, Accounting still spends time analyzing and understanding labor, material and overhead variances; often generating thousands of related transactions and accrual entries. In the Lean world, these are Non Value-Added activities; the customer is not willing to pay more for our cost variance analysis excellence.
Since 1921, Spannagel Tool & Die has been manufacturing tools and dies as well as offering a variety of machining services. For 3 generations, they've been helping all types of companies grow with innovative tooling and machining.
So you think you are ready to pursue a Baldrige award?
Your organization leaders may start reviewing the criteria for achieving an award and see that it is quite overwhelming. This article is written to give you some insight into one very important piece of the criteria – Leadership and creating a successful organization.
Chicago Comb Company are artisan metal comb makers. Combs for your hair, beard, and mustache. The new icon of comb design. Designed and Made in U.S.A.The original and finest metal combs in the world.
With more than 25 years as a full service extruder and molder of organic, silicone and specialty polymer products, Central Rubber is well qualified as a single, integrated source for high-tech extruded product solutions. From seal and gasket expertise, their years of experience and knowledge help their clients maintain their top tier quality standards while avoiding unforeseen production issues and delays.
CM Stoneworks has over 15 years of experience in granite business and fabrication, providing great service, quality, and value to the Chicagoland area as well as neighbors in surrounding Illinois suburbs, Wisconsin and Indiana. With a large selection of granite to choose from, we are able to provide our clients with better choices with affordable prices, as well as better customer service and high-quality products.
In 1883, Moritz Plochman pledged to make "first-class mustards only." From creating the Classic Squeeze Barrel back in the 1950s to adding new varieties over the years, we've remained committed to making the best mustard 'round.
