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Manufacturing's AI Revolution: How Atomic is Automating Tool and Die Making with Aaron Slodov, CEO

Apr 3, 2024
Aaron Slodov, CEO of Atomic, discusses automating tool and die making in manufacturing using AI, addressing inefficiencies and waste. They cover challenges in the industry, labor dynamics, AI's impact, and Atomic's approach in expediting product manufacturing. The conversation highlights the significance of merging technology with automation to revolutionize traditional processes.
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Quick takeaways

  • Automation can handle 90% of tool and dye work, emphasizing the importance of human creativity in the remaining 10%.
  • High scrap rates in die casting lead to inefficiencies, highlighting the need for cost-effective and efficient mold designs in manufacturing.

Deep dives

'Tool and Die Making' - Automation and Human Creativity

Automation in tool and dye making is discussed, highlighting the potential for machines to handle 90% of the work, while retaining the crucial 10% requiring human creativity. The significant labor shift towards automation sets a precedent for reduced human involvement in labor-intensive processes.

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