Digitalization & New Technologies

Thanks to technological advancements in processors and printed, flexible electronics, wearable MedTech – devices that can be worn on the body for various health measurements – have become more and more available today. Due to changes in demographics and advancements in treatment, the demand for such devices is also growing fast.

Model-Based Definition (MBD) is a technique that replaces traditional 2D drawings with 3D models, allowing for greater efficiency, accuracy, and clarity in the manufacturing process. With MBD, product information is conveyed through the 3D model rather than separate drawings, annotations, and specifications.

In many cases, companies realize they lack suitable human resources in-house to manage their digital transformation ambitions. Etteplan’s premium service provides a new hassle-free and cost-efficient solution. Now you can get a top-level senior expert, for instance, to kick off and lead a green transition R&D development process.

Industry 5.0 is making its way to manufacturing, but manufacturers are still figuring out how to make the most out of their 4.0 transformation. This article covers the basic steps to kickstart efforts toward a more ethical, sustainable, and human-centric industry.

Industrial players are still figuring out what industry 4.0 means for their businesses, yet the European Commission driven 5.0 is suddenly lifting its head. Is the manufacturing industry facing yet another revolution to transform everything they once knew?

Green design is increasingly visible in today’s appliance design. In practice, it means making sustainable choices such as more wear-resistant components, greener packaging, and anticipating the availability of spare parts. Even a small design decision can have a tenfold impact when it is finally put into production. 

The world is changing, and manufacturing needs to change too. Better sustainability of products and equipment is demanded by consumers and EU directives alike. We talked with Max Falenius, Head of Software and Embedded Services at Etteplan, about what sustainability means in manufacturing and how to prepare for the future now. 

Companies need to start paying attention to the decisions they make when designing devices and hardware. Component shortage alone affects everyone for years to come, but companies must also cut down the carbon footprint of their operations and products. The EU regulations also enforce the energy efficiency of any electronic devices produced. To prioritize sustainable […]

When seeking to decrease their carbon footprint and increase overall sustainability, companies should investigate the most obvious areas of improvement within the existing operations before committing to costly investments. Searching for new and better solutions can take time, and in terms of the environment, gradual small movements may create swift impacts that should not be overlooked either. Here’s our three tips for optimizing existing legacy device solutions.