The competitive position of stainless steel: The first in an ongoing series
Since 1950, the melting production of stainless steel has increased almost fifty-fold, outperforming practically all other major metals and alloys. In the first of this ongoing series, industry insider Peter Cranfield has dug through historical production data–and his own memory banks–to explain this phenomenal and sustained growth. By Peter Cranfield, Consultant, World Bureau of Metal Statistics
Part three in a three-part series: Data security—your greatest risk management challenge
A single online search for the term Big Data (also known as the Internet of Things or Internet 4.0) pulls up 300,000,000 Internet references (yes, that’s millions) in just two-thirds of a second. The sheer volume of accessible information depicts the double-edge sword of data: its scope is overwhelming, both in terms of business potential and business risk for stainless steel manufacturers, fabricators, and distributors. Written by Jeff Eiben, Principal Owner, River Point Technology
Part two in a three-part series: ditch the silos and optimize the supply chain
For stainless steel manufacturers and the broader manufacturing sector, 2018 could be a stellar year for improving efficiencies and reducing costs. The reason? Supply chain optimization. Written by By Jeff Eiben, Principal Owner, River Point Technology
Safeguard your business success with the power of real-time data
Manufacturers and distributors in the stainless steel industry are not exempt from the reach of rapidly advancing technology. Those who hesitate to invest in and implement a robust IT infrastructure and sound data practices will eventually be left to watch as the competition passes by. By Jeff Eiben, Principal Owner, River Point Technology
Eureka! Mastering the art of subsea ROV innovation tools
As a Hydraulic Specialist for Delta SubSea LLC (DSS), a leading provider of Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) services and tooling solutions for the subsea oil and gas industry, Mr. Roger Warnock is an expert in fluid power and conveyance technology. We discuss the various challenges of working in subsea salt water depths and his expertise in hydraulic applications.