Managing Labeling Challenges in Adhesives & Coatings Manufacturing with In-House Printing

Modern in-house label printing debunks common misconceptions around cost, complexity, and quality by offering greater speed, control, and cost-efficiency compared to outsourcing. As labeling demands grow more complex, businesses across industries are embracing in-house solutions to streamline workflows, reduce waste, and improve responsiveness.

Stanley Black & Decker’s East Longmeadow, Massachusetts facility specializes in manufacturing the strongest, fastest, and most durable band saw, jigsaw, and hacksaw blades on the market.

Have you heard you can simplify your manufacturing process with Kanban cards? If you're in the manufacturing industry, you should. Kanban cards originated from the Japanese term “Kanban” meaning “visual sign” or “signal.” The physical cards became widely used during the 1940s in Toyota’s manufacturing process to improve workflow and efficiency.

AstroNova visited a company called Quick Fitting nearby headquarters in Warwick, Rhode Island. Quick Fitting manufactures a “quick connection” plumbing and heating technology. Their “Push to Connect” products provide a simple, safe, and cost-effective solution for connecting copper, stainless steel, PEX, and CPVC piping in plumbing and heating applications.