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Steam Engine
The steam engine is a powerful energy source that doesn´t need neither a human, nor an animal to make the factory machines function. -
Developement of telecomunications
Telecommunications systems transmit information in the distance using wire or cable links or by radio. In manufacturing, the telecommunications allowed factories, suppliers and customers to communicate eachother. The first telecommunication technology that allowed the communication in the distance in real time was the telegraph. After that, the telephone, radio and computer networks improved telecommunications. We can consider the telegraph as the "grandfather of internet" -
Mass production of steel
Steel is a resistant and easy to work material used for: machinery, structures, shipping,.. Steel is strong and versatile and revolutionized construction, transportation, and manufacturing. The first steel factories were established by mid 19th century in England, Germany and the USA. -
Plastics as a manufacturing material
Plastic is a kind of material that is made by people and can be formed into almost any shape. Most plastics are strong, long,and lightweight. They resist damage by water, heat, chemicals, and electricity. The first plastic factories were established by mif 19th century but until mid 20th century it wasn't used massivelly. -
Use of electrical energy in factories
The electrical energy is an energy source that is easy to transport from the power plants to the factories, so you don´t need to install a steam machine to power the factory. In the early 20th century, the expansion of the usage of power plants and electrical transportation lines allowed its massive use in factories. -
The assembly line
In order to lower the price of his cars, Ford figured, he would just have to find a way to build them more efficiently. Ford’s Model T, introduced in 1908,was simple, sturdy and relatively cheap. It was manufactured in the first assembly line, in which there were a sequence of manufacturing stations, each of them specialized in a different operation. With Ford´s model T the first assembly line had just started working. -
Massive use of welding
Welding is crucial for creating strong, precise metal connections across industries, from construction to aerospace.The massive use of welding is evident in several key sectors: automotive, construction, aerospace, energy, and manufacturing, to create strong and enduring metal connections. Welding allows faster and cheaper metal connections. -
Toyota total quality system
This production control system was established based on many years of continuous improvements, with the objective of making the vehicles ordered by customers in the quickest and most efficient way. Toyota started this quality system in 1950 and was rapidily used by the rest of manufacturing companies in the following years bacause it allowed to manufacture high quality cars at a low price. -
Use of computers in manufacturing
Use of computers in manufacturing, involves the use of computer systems to assist in the planning, control, and management of production operations. Also, with the use of computers workers could comunicate better. The first, big computers were used between 1950 and 1960. Later, smaller and cheaper computers were used. -
Use of robots in manufacturing
A robot is a machine that does tasks without the help of a person. Most robots are computer-controlled devices with many parts. An industrial robot, for example, is an armlike machine that can turn at several joints. It has a handlike part to hold things. Motors move the parts. They started to be used in factories in 1960. -
Just in time methods
Just-In-Time methods in manufacturing involve producing or acquiring items precisely when needed to eliminate stock in warehouses, minimize waste and improve efficiency. Resulting in reduced lead times and a culture of continuous improvement -
Internet connecting everyone or everything
The Internet of Things is interconnecting machinery, sensors, and processes in manufacturing for real-time monitoring and automation. Internet in manufacturing connects all the machines and humans and makes it work perfectly sincronized. -
3D Printing
3D printing is a process that creates three-dimensional objects, just where this objects are required, without the need of a warehouse. It is used in various industries, including aerospace, healthcare, automotive, custom part production, and complex design realization. 3D printing offers the ability to create and customize objects including plastics, metals, and ceramics. It is like a small factory there were it is needed. -
Artificial intelligence applied to manufacturing
Artificial intelligence in manufacturing optimizes processes, improves quality, and enhances efficiency. AI-driven predictive maintenance reduces downtime, while quality control benefits from real-time monitoring. Smart manufacturing, powered by AI, streamlines operations, reduces costs, and enables data-driven decision-making. -
Renewable energies
Renewable energies have seen notable improvements in efficiency, cost competitiveness, and grid integration, making the world a place with less contamination and in the future a place without contamination. Renewable energy allows cleaner and less pollutant manufacturing.