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When we met Brad Porter initially, one of the things that struck us was how differently he was building a company in the robotics space. Brad was laser focused on getting product in the hands of customers - quickly! Today they announce that their first robots are live in a production setting. We believe deeply that winners in the current crop of full stack robotics companies will be those that focus on getting products in the hands of customers and rapidly iterating based on in-field learnings. More of my thoughts here on building a robotics business today: https://lnkd.in/dfxXAtPC

It's our 80th anniversary and we're throwing it back to 2010! Check out this advertisement from back in the day. What Inland labels have you seen over the years? Let us know in the comments! #labels #packaging #anniversary #throwback

🌟 Testimonial Tuesday 🌟 We're kicking off this Tuesday with yet another testimonial from one of our incredible clients! Shoutout to Inverarity Morton for sharing their experience with Ferrari Packaging. We believe in building long-lasting relationships with our clients. That's why we're thrilled to celebrate over 7 years of partnership with Inverarity Morton! Got any burning questions about our packaging solutions or how we can help your business? Comment below, or drop our team an email at sales@ferraripackaging.co.uk 💼. - #testimonialtuesday #ferraripackaging #packagingsolutions #happycustomer #testimonial #customerreview

Has anyone seen our kneecaps? At one point this year we were just 4-7 with no shot at the playoffs. Proud of how our Tampa Bay Buccaneers pulled together and got to the Divisional Round. However, the Detroit Lions played an amazing game all-around and the better team won. Congratulations to all of our customers and factory partners that were rooting for the Lions. They were the last one standing. --- Have you recently taken a loss in your manufacturing processes? Then you should register for TechFest to get back on the winning bandwagon. Register below 🔗👇 The most recent count puts us over 250 registrations and we are still three weeks away so be sure to register today to save your spot. Listen to talks on: 🔊 Addressing Labor Issues with Palletizing 🔊 Wireless Sensors for Hard to Reach Places 🔊 Fluid Cleanliness Best Practices 🔊 Finding Success with Machine Vision Visit with these factories and see demos from: Universal Robots Cognex Corporation MAC Valves Inc. PHD, Inc. Epson Robots QC Conveyors H-T-L perma USA LP Piab - A brand by Piab Group Balluff Americas Leuze USA Bimba Murrelektronik Moog Inc. Hy-Pro Filtration Robotiq Kollmorgen And follow Adams because most of the other content on LinkedIn is kinda lame. #techfest #adams #reliability #automation #engineering #tradeshow

U is for... Unbelievable, Jeff! We've been manufacturing thermoformed packaging since 1987 and during that time we've worked with some of the biggest names in retail, food production and processing, brewing, distilling and - let's not forget where we came from - board game manufacturers. Throughout the years we've always had the forethought to be early adopters of new technology, new materials and new ideas. And unlike many, we don't compete by simply offering standard products for standard solutions; instead, we have the in-house capability to design and develop thermoformed packaging for any purpose. Our aim has always been to stay at the front of people's minds when it comes to selecting a packaging manufacturer to work with - and we think it's unbelievable that as we prepare to move into our 37th year in business that we're still doing exactly that! #thermoforming #packagingmanufacturer #packagingpedigree https://lnkd.in/eUnnXyT7

Do you know where #barcodes originate from? Inventor Joe Woodland first drew a barcode in the sand on Miami Beach in 1949, decades before technology could bring his vision to life. On 3 April 1973, Woodland's vision became a reality when industry leaders agreed on a common business practice - the barcode. A year later, on 26 June 1974, a pack of Wrigley’s chewing gum became the first product in the world to be scanned at a till in an Ohio supermarket. In 1982, on 7 May, eight years later, GS1 South Africa opened its doors, originally known as the South African Numbering Association. Yesterday, on 26 June 2024, we celebrated the #50th Anniversary of the #first #barcode #scan in that Ohio supermarket. As we commemorate the 50th anniversary of the first barcode scan, let’s reflect on the journey of innovation that began with Joe Woodland’s vision in 1949. The barcode has revolutionised how we conduct business, making processes more efficient and reliable.  To honor this milestone, we encourage everyone to think about how innovation and technology have impacted our industry and consider how we can continue to drive progress in the future. Share your ideas and insights on how we can leverage technology to improve our operations and service, in the comments below. Let’s celebrate this anniversary by committing to further innovation and excellence in our work. #GS1Barcode50 #Scanniversary #Barcode

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Are you celebrating anything this week? We're all about celebrating here at Acknowledge (obviously!) whether that's via the deal tombstones or awards or even framed cartoons about your deal closure. Whilst it's great to celebrate the big things it's important to celebrate those small wins - so let us know in the comments below #celebratingbusiness #smallwins #celebration

It is getting pretty exciting here at CONCEPT Advanced Manufacturing Solutions! I hope you'll visit this year's SteakFest and talk with us about what is going to bring your shop to the next level! Machines and processes are evolving quickly. Come spark new ideas, and create new connections. #steakfest #cmt #concept #technology #machining #automation #makemeasureautomate #cnc #robotics

We saw a very disappointing crop of Super Bowl ads this year. And I do mean there were some serious dogs relying on celebrity inclusion as the crux within hollow scripts that had no recognizable plot or point. Yet, a few gems appeared--Dunkin Donuts was cleverish, United Airlines was highly targeted and well done, and Mr. Pringles was quite good--E*Trade was memorable, too. But top spot for Super Bowl ads this year goes to Volkswagen (VW). The concept was brilliant and engaging--genuine storytelling that not only walked viewers through the brand's history, but through its journey with American drivers. In doing so, it highlighted what catapulted it in the US market--the fact that it was the opposite of what US car makers were pushing at its introduction. The bug was small, quirky looking, and exactly right for an emerging generation dead set on pushing against the status quo. Set to Neil Diamond's "I Am ... I Said" as the music, well-paced time-traveling clips showed the evolution of the VW and its integration into American culture, even clips from "Herbie the Love Bug" film series. And, it includes a prior ad reference to Star Wars--another exceptional spot by VW. all tapping into the emotional nostalgia of the brand. There is something for everyone in this time capsule of Americana. It is a love story about cars and their drivers, culminating in the payoff of the tight concluding line, "We shape its metal ... You shape its soul." And the final scene previewing what's next--return of the microbus, makes it a neverending story. #brandidentity #writing #superbowl #vw #branding