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Manufacturing

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3 Steps to Help Attract and Retain Skilled Manufacturing Talent

Attracting, training and retaining employees is key to gaining a competitive advantage in manufacturing.

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4 Risks of IoT in Manufacturing

Here are four key risks to consider when introducing IoT into manufacturing processes, procedures and finished products.

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5 Competitive Advantage Trends in Plastics Manufacturing [Slideshow]

From versatile robots to mass customization, here are 5 trends that may help give plastics manufacturing a competitive advantage.

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5 IoT Trends in Plastics Manufacturing [Slideshow]

Explore 5 new Internet of Things (IoT) trends in plastics manufacturing, including greater traceability and predictive maintenance.

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5 Sustainability Trends in Plastics Manufacturing [Slideshow]

Here are 5 new sustainability trends in plastics manufacturing from the National Plastics Exposition 2018.

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5 Trends in Advanced Technology for Metals Manufacturing [Slideshow]

At FABTECH 2018, advances in technology included 3D metal printing, additive tooling and additive manufacturing used for mass production.

5 trends in a changing metals manufacturing workforce

5 Trends in a Changing Metals Manufacturing Workforce [Slideshow]

At FABTECH 2018, manufacturers cited the challenge of finding skilled workers. Learn how the industry is answering this shortage.

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Breweries and the Craft of Managing Risks

Whether you’re just starting a brewery or are well-established, these brewery safety and risk management tips can help ensure it keeps running smoothly.

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Connected Manufacturing: The Tech Behind IoT

The technology driving this revolution has been called the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). Here are four elements manufacturers need to consider.

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Employee Training in the Age of IoT

The Internet of Things (IoT) is transforming virtually every aspect of manufacturing. Are your employee training and safety programs keeping pace with manufacturing industry changes?

FABTECH 2017 - example of competitive advantage trend in metals manufacturing

Five Competitive Advantage Trends in Metals Manufacturing [Slideshow]

Here are five new trends from FABTECH 2017 that may help give metals manufacturers a competitive advantage.

FABTECH 2017 - example of supply chain development in metals manufacturing

Five Process Trends in Metals Manufacturing [Slideshow]

Here are five new supply chain developments in metals manufacturing from FABTECH 2017.

FABTECH 2017 - example of safety trend in metals manufacturing

Five Safety Trends in Metals Manufacturing [Slideshow]

Explore five new safety trends in metals manufacturing from FABTECH 2017, including human-robot collaboration, augmented reality and virtual reality training.

How Much Excess Casualty Insurance Do Manufacturers Need?

How Much Excess Casualty Insurance Do Manufacturers Need?

As the costs of lawsuits continue to rise, buying excess casualty coverage can help protect your business. 

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Innovation and Opportunity in the Industrial Internet of Things [Video]

Today's digital technologies make it possible for manufacturers to stay competitive with streamlined processes that enable efficiency and precision.

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Is Your Manufacturing Supply Chain Vulnerable to Disruption?

78% of manufacturers worry about supply chain disruptions, but only 19% actually plan for them.

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Manufacturing Critical Equipment Quiz [Tool]

If disaster strikes, are you prepared to replace your vital equipment at today’s costs? Take this quiz to test your knowledge. The results may surprise you.

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Metals Manufacturing & Technology: Scenes from FABTECH [Video]

At FABTECH 2018, Travelers IndustryEDGE® managers talked with metals manufacturers about automation, the challenge of finding skilled labor, and more.

Plastics manufacturing

Plastics Manufacturing Trends [Video]

What are some top risks facing plastics manufacturers? Learn about equipment replacement costs, equipment replacement time and other risks.

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Preparing for a Manufacturing Products Liability Claim [Video]

Products liability claims can be disruptive and expensive for a manufacturer. Learn how to help prepare to respond when a claim does happen.

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Six Ways IoT Can Create Competitive Advantage… and Risk

Smart tech is changing virtually every aspect of manufacturing. Here is a look at six areas where it provides opportunities, and potential risks.

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Supply Chain Bottleneck Management

Download the white paper from Travelers and learn how to help identify and address bottleneck issues in your manufacturing supply chain.

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Take the Workforce Pressure Test [Tool]

The Workforce Pressure Test can help determine if you are doing enough to help ensure your employees are skilled, safe and resilient.

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The Manufacturing Risk Landscape [Tool]

Every manufacturing site has its risks. From mobile machinery to cargo theft, explore how Travelers can help in this interactive risk landscape.

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The Potential of Connected Manufacturing [Infographic]

Here’s a look at six areas where the technology provides potential opportunities and risks.

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Top Causes of Manufacturing Injuries

Over 100,000 workplace injuries happen in manufacturing each year. Learn the top workplace injuries and how to help prevent them.

Manufacturing equipment using IoT

Understanding Connected Manufacturing [Video]

New technologies can bring both great opportunities and inherent risks. Here’s a look at four elements of the Industrial Internet of Things.

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Why Equipment Replacement Costs Matter for Manufacturers

When manufacturing equipment goes down, it can derail production and lead to costly delays. Learn to help manage equipment replacement costs.

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