#Factory Efficiency

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[runefactorynonsense]

Melotober - Day 3 - Potion

The ingredients matter, or it won't heal at all. But the magic and intent of the crafter can make them better. (aka I wish you could take lessons from villagers in later games in place of the dang skill bread)

[tomfrogisblue]

thinking about q!tubbo saying earlier today "now I'm the weird train guy :("

this is not a new development

[mystical-mew]

Factorio nonsense :>

[kareem-roshdy]

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[forthedancingandthethriving]

Revamping what started this whole AU..

Factory Reset In Progress

(Reminder that Factory Reset is/was a collaborative effort between me, @fandomandangstlover , @duckapus , and several anons on Engie's (fandomandangstlover) blog! Credit and huge thanks to everyone who pitched in that day to help make this AU what it is now!)

(Orignal arc post!)

This isn't that huge because I'm just making major changes. Everything else is left alone, mostly because I see no need to change it. But ideas and suggestions are always welcome!

Efficiency Arc

A reminder that this is the first arc that kicks off the AU, and this is pre-character development for nearly every character. That, and the Higher-Ups/Admins/Code World have not been introduced. This revamp, however, is being made with the new world building we have!

The beginning of this Arc is relatively the same, with SMG4 being shown as more spacey, almost like he's in a trance. A change, though, is that some scenes are shown with SMG3 experiencing similar things, being spacey, and generally having a hard time focusing. When the two are together and like this, they work together scarily well, letting everyone know something wrong.

Like the old arc, it goes from 0 to 100 incredibly fast with The Coding where both SMG4 and SMG3 are reset. A big change, though, would be showing just how different they are now. They work together absolutely flawlessly, rarely voice any complaints, and are generally very distrustful of the others.

In Please Wake Up, stuff is massively changed. SMG1 and SMG2 don't know what's wrong with 3&4 this time around, but they are able to deduce that it's almost like they've been reset. But they do tell the gang their best bet of figuring out what's went wrong is by finding either 4 or 3's Pod.

The WOTFI goes the same, except we would get to see a scene of Mario meeting with Domain (but at the moment he doesn't know his name) after finding 3's Pod. Mario explains everything (he's shitting bricks the whole time) and we don't get Domain's answer, except for his eyes narrowing.

Of course, come when everyone looks lost in the battle, Mario arrives with the bow and arrows Domain and Forum gave him to give Singularity its just deserts. It's code crumbles away, but a few stray pieces manage to hide away and sneak their way back to the Pods..

There'd be a lot of emphasis on just how scary this is for everyone because this is completely different from everything that's happened, and it's giving Mario and Meggy some serious flashbacks to the Lawsuit Arc when everyone didn't remember them.

This also gives time for SMG4 to reflect once he's been freed, and he realizes how badly he's been treating Mario, and he decides that he needs to start being a better friend before something similar happens again.

When Mario gets asked how he managed to get that bow & arrow, he says the "Mario recolor in 3's Pod gave it to me-a!" Everyone goes to investigate, Domain isn't present. Everyone's very confused, but.. decide that, presently, its not something they should worry about.

As they leave, we get a full look at Domain, who only crosses his arms with a stoic face.

New Hope Arc

The arc that changes the most. There's still tons of aftereffects from Singularity's rampage, SMG4 and SMG3 being the most harmed. Their code is still incredibly fried and damaged, and SMG1&2 are clueless on this and how long it'll take for them to recover.

There's a lot of focus on recovery in their arc, and Lil Coding doesn't get introduced as early as he did last time. It's midway through the arc that he does, and it's because 4&3's code has gotten to the point where he actually needs to step up and intervene. Everyone is understandably suspicious, but the Code Manifestation simply does the code repairs and leaves as soon as he can.

It always bothered me how quickly everyone grew to trust Lil Coding, so it takes a while longer for them to come around to him. LC takes most of the initiative, coming around and helping his SMGs code and repairing it. It takes a while, but they do slowly come around.

Singularity hiding in Lil Coding's own code stays the same, and him progressively getting weaker as it takes his own code as well. The overflow command happens just the same, with Singularity coming back.

The Burden Arc

It's actually Lil Coding this time that says they need to go to the Pods, with him saying that this is something far out of his control and permission range, and they need the Admins. Everyone is confused (save for Mario), but they head to the Pods. There, we finally get the proper introduction of two of the three Admins for SM64: Domain and Forum.

We get some lore from them, them explaining that they're the Admins of 3&4 along with what Lil Coding is. Not everything is explained, of course, but we do get what's relevant and necessary to the plot.

Lil Coding and Singularity being linked stays the same, and of course, not wanting Lil Coding to end up dying, everyone looks for a way to separate them. Domain and Forum could do this, but they don't because remember. This is before all of the chatacter development everyone has had, so they're nowhere near as attached as they are now.

Eventually, Lil Coding does his thing to go and get rid of Singularity, but this time, instead of the whole stone statue thing, he's just in an indefinite power down mode until he heals. The electricity overload he does nearly completely fries his own code, but it does end up killing Singularity.

I think this is a good starting point for Domain and Forum's actual character development and to also plant the seeds of them being the SMG Prototypes. They are both incredibly confused by how upset everyone is and why they feel like something is repeating with how everyone's acting. So they decide to help out and speed up Lil Coding's recovery. I'll say that this is the start of their actual relationship with everyone.

[elbiotipo]

[tumblehcendrum]

Or have one o' dem soy-based burgers if you don't like funding the meat industry! From what I gather, they have more fiber, iron and vitamins - but watch out for the high sodium* content! I've experienced little more than Unconventional burgers but can't say enough good about them.

Yes, they're usually costly, but they're as costly as regular ones would be if you got them from 'proper' farming anyway, so I find it a good way to get used to a fairer price and to curb a usually excessive meat consumption - not to mention, if we subsidized vegetarian alternatives instead of the planet-up-fucking meat industry, they'd likely be better and cheaper, so heyho, that's also motivation to get politically involved, which is never a bad thing.

*remember, sodium ≠ salt! "Salt" usually means sodium chloride which is 40% sodium by weight. So for instance, one Unconventional burger contains 1.4g of salt, which would be 60% of the recommended daily sodium dosage of 2.3g - but again, of that 1.4g, only 0.56 is actually sodium, so the actual percentage is 24%. Still high, as I said, but manageable.

diet talk is so inexpressibly nonsensical the instant you know anything about "the human body" or "nutrition" or if you think about it for three seconds

[glansa]

How Industry Automation is Transforming Modern Manufacturing

Industry Automation: The Smart Future of Manufacturing

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What is Industry Automation?

Industry automation refers to the use of control systems such as computers, robots, sensors, and information technologies to handle different processes and machinery with minimal human intervention. It’s the foundation of smart manufacturing and plays a crucial role in increasing operational efficiency.

The Importance of Real-Time Visibility on the Shop Floor

One of the key challenges in manufacturing is quickly identifying and responding to issues that affect production. Delayed communication, lack of visibility, and manual tracking often lead to unnecessary downtime and wasted resources.

This is where Andon systems come in—an essential tool for real-time monitoring and alerts. Traditionally, Andon systems used lights or display boards to signal production issues. Today, modern digital Andon systems, such as the one offered by Glansa Technologies, go much further.

How Glansa’s Andon System Enhances Industry Automation

Glansa’s Andon System is designed to modernize how manufacturers monitor, manage, and respond to shop floor events. Some standout features include:

🔔 Real-Time Alerts: Get immediate notifications when an issue occurs

📊 Data-Driven Insights: Access historical and real-time analytics

🧭 Better Communication: Enables faster collaboration between teams

⏱ Reduced Downtime: Quick identification and resolution of bottlenecks

🌐 Web-Based Interface: Remote access for managers and supervisors

Whether you run a small assembly unit or a large production line, integrating Glansa’s Andon System can drastically improve your automation efforts and make your shop floor smarter and more responsive.

Benefits of Industry Automation with Smart Tools

✔️ Streamlined operations

✔️ Higher accuracy and lower human error

✔️ Predictive maintenance and reduced breakdowns

✔️ Increased ROI through better resource utilization

Conclusion

As Industry 4.0 becomes the new standard, automation is no longer optional—it’s essential. Investing in smart solutions like Glansa’s Andon System helps manufacturers stay competitive, agile, and efficient in a rapidly evolving market.

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[dabeth-is-dead]

When you're working in retail, it is a good thing when you know the answer to a customer's question. It's just funny when the question you have an answer to for every fifth customer of the day is, "What's on fire?"

[rhoselacksthorns]

I'm an architect but my fav aesthetic is the spaghetti so I end up with nice looking buildings packed with bolognese, never let anything visually clip though, gotta make sure my mess looks good ^w^

The different types of Pioneers (Satisfactory Comic)

Tag urself im factory builder (that's my actual factory haha)

This comic took forever to make cuz im not very good at backgrounds and i had to draw backgrounds for this and improve in real time lmao. hope u all like it!

[cobacuuuio]

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Can Robots Really Boost ROI in Warehouses and Factories?

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Can Robots Really Boost ROI in Warehouses and Factories?

Will the robots eventually take over? That’s still an open question, but if sheer ability is the criteria, the answer is a definite – yes. Already, robots can do almost anything a human can – no less a personage than Bill Gates describes their capabilities as “limitless” – and they are still in their infancy. For businesses, robots mean efficiency and lower costs, especially in factories, warehouses, and other facilities that require significant human labor; at least that’s how they’re perceived.

However, managers often assume that replacing human workers with robots results in a staff that works for zero dollars per hour – and can work 24/7, if needed.  While robots – and other autonomous and automated mobile equipment (AMRs and AGVs), as well as vehicles and forklifts – do cost money, the thinking is that given the reduction in expenses for the labor they replace, the return on investment should be great.

But that’s not necessarily true; many managers are not fully aware of or do not give enough weight to the fact that robots and autonomous mobile equipment come with their own expenses, some direct and some hidden. Some of the hidden costs that managers often don’t consider, but should, include- robots’ downtime due to charging, computer upgrades to manage the fleet, lost storage or production space – and even traffic jams.

Downtime inefficiencies

Robots and automated moving equipment run on batteries – and those batteries need to be charged. The charging time depends on the size of the robot or vehicle, but it could be as much as 20% of the time they are supposed to function. In addition, data shows that other issues often keep robots down for another 12% of their time, meaning that many robots could be offline for as much as a third of the time managers expect them to be working. That downtime – when a machine isn’t available to do the job – needs to be reflected when computing ROI.

Beyond the downtime, small interruptions or mistakes in the work cycle could cause other inefficiencies for automated robotic fleets. For example, in many warehouses, picking is done by robots, while packing and order verification is done by humans. If a robot fails to pick and deliver an item to the packing area, or brings the wrong item, the worker can’t complete that order, and the whole system is often paused, setting off a ripple effect of delays and idle robot time. And if the company is committed to shipping the same day, as many online sites require suppliers to do, that could cause a ripple effect of disappointed customers and lost business as well.

Expanding the Fleet Means Expanding the Budget

To compensate for the downtime most robots require, many warehouses or factories have a backup fleet – as many as 35% more robots or machines to pick up the slack for charging and maintenance downtime. Affiliated expenses for those extras include additional maintenance and battery replacement (as often as once a year). But one expense that is not likely taken into account is the need for a more robust server, in order to control the additional robots or machines. That could require a significant investment in new hardware and software – an expense that could certainly affect ROI calculations.

In addition, the extra robots may require even more maintenance than anticipated. Robots that sit idle are subject to additional maintenance issues, such as lubrication degradation, drained backup batteries, accumulation of dust in sensors, and motor problems. If robots are inactive as much as 20% of the time- as many are-  that could mean a commensurate increase in extra maintenance costs to deal with these issues associated with prolonged periods of inactivity,

Don’t Forget to Consider Lost Space

Robots need power, and in standard warehouse and factory setups, that means allocating space for chargers and docking stations, often 10 square feet  or more per charger. That extra real estate space costs money – whether in leasing costs, purchase of land, and real estate taxes – and those expenses need to be included when computing ROI. That also assumes there is even space to be added; while that’s unlikely to be a problem in large distribution centers usually far out of town, it could be a major issue for companies that have opened up smaller warehouses in cities and suburbs to better accommodate same-day delivery. In any case, when space is occupied by chargers or docking stations, it cannot be used for other purposes, and could hold back the ability to expand or scale.

More space for charging means less space for merchandise – which means more transport costs bringing items from distribution centers to urban and suburban warehouses, more waiting time for orders to be fulfilled, and more inventory and tracking issues. This, too, could result in missed or incorrect orders – and another black eye with customers. One solution would be to just expand the warehouse to compensate for the extra required space; another would be to add vertical shelving to accommodate more goods if floor space is not available. But those solutions, too, cost money – meaning that ROI would likely take a significant hit.

Robot Traffic Jams Are a Real Risk

With more robots on a factory or warehouse floor, there is a greater possibility that they will collide with each other or with human workers . Those collisions could lead to damage, injuries and other  major problems. When robots collide with each other, they will likely need to be repaired, adding to maintenance costs, and causing the facility to become even less efficient because now it doesn’t have enough robots to cover charging down time. And if a robot hits a human, victims might sue – so facilities need to increase their insurance to cover potential losses.  Managers can opt for collision detection systems, but those cost money, too. Although most facility managers are unlikely to have them in mind, these factors could seriously compromise ROI estimates.

Clearly, the ROI of robots is not a simple matter. Those who take into account the big picture and include all these hidden costs may indeed be disappointed or put off automating their warehouses.  But there are ways to further offset these costs and boost  ROI. AI shows promise in solving robot traffic jams, but when a facility needs to add extra robots to compensate for charging downtime, the algorithm needs to be adjusted – which could again require a software or hardware upgrade, or hiring AI experts to change controller systems.

One promising solution in solving some of these issues lies in innovative charging methods that reduce or even eliminate the need for charging downtime. These methods, such as enabling robots to charge as they work, for example, could reduce the need for fleets of backup robots and solve some of the challenges of associated with idle time, crowded work floors or warehouses, time lost waiting for robots to complete their task, space lost to charging docks, and expenses related to controlling fleets.

Automation is indeed the future, experts believe; the number of fully automated warehouses in the US has been steadily rising for nearly a decade. In addition, logistics and warehouse personnel are increasingly hard to find, and same-day delivery has boosted the need for a reliable staff. That automation trend is likely to continue, especially as more solutions to the issues surrounding charging, robot downtime and traffic jams, and logistics are solved, making the real ROI of automation much more attractive. Until that happens, though, facility managers and owners need to take into account the hidden costs of automation, and ensure that they are accurately figured into their ROI figures. Automation can indeed benefit an organization’s bottom line – if it knows what it’s getting into, and can control the hidden costs.