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🚀 Exciting News! 🚀 Thrilled to announce the successful completion of my internship at Parker Hannifin Guided by the engineering dynamic duo,Brendan Solinski and Sean Driscoll, Ryan Goldstein and I spent 10 weeks optimizing the Miller Swing Arm work cell for enhanced efficiency!🎯 🔍 Challenges Uncovered: The layout and batching techniques were hindering smooth workflow, causing bottlenecks and inefficiencies. 🛑 🛠️ Solutions Implemented: Redesigned Layout: Workers now have dedicated spaces within the cell, eliminating clashes and enhancing productivity. 💼 Redivision of Work: By redistributing tasks, we've transitioned to a single-piece flow model, ensuring synchronized completion of swing arms. ⏰ 💡 Results Achieved: Initial estimates suggest a significant 10% boost in efficiency! 📈 However, we're committed to validating this through new time studies once our team has fully adjusted to the revamped setup. 📊 🌟 Future Enhancements: To further streamline operations, we're exploring the addition of an extra cart to hold unused swing arms, cutting down on unnecessary trips to the inventory warehouse and saving valuable time. ⏳ 🌳 Enjoying My Time at Parker Hannifin: I must say, being part of the Parker Hannifin team has been an absolute pleasure. The collaborative environment, innovative spirit, and unwavering commitment to excellence truly make every day a rewarding experience. Here's to many more exciting projects and milestones! 🎉 📸Below in the picture is me with my final poster at UB’s Industrial and Systems Engineering Capstone poster session. Excited about the positive impact this project will have on the operation and looking forward to even greater achievements ahead! 💪 #EfficiencyOptimization #EngineeringExcellence #ContinuousImprovement

At Reata Engineering, we’re always looking forward. There’s no such thing as “good enough” at our Colorado machine shop—as soon as we get comfortable, we ask ourselves what we can do next. This mentality is central to everything we do, from maintaining a summer internship program to giving shop tours to competing precision machine shops (yes, you read that right). In the years of putting our shop out there and chasing the next evolution of manufacturing technology, we’ve realized something fundamental about our industry: The growth of the contract manufacturing industry requires participation from every machine shop—including yours. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3UE7QlO #cncmachining #manufacturing

Here’s the weeks video in the Internship series. At ITW Performance Polymers, I’ve been able to experiment and compare different methods of joining substrates together. Check out how Plexus adhesives can provide a durable, watertight bond. For more information about Plexus Adhesives go to https://lnkd.in/ebGxaK2n #Internship #Bonding #Resilient  

" I think I want to see how technology and engineering can change the world " replied me , back in 2015, when someone asked why I wanted to be an #engineer 8 Semesters 42 External Theory Exams 40 External Practical Exams 40 Internal Practical Exams 96 Internal Theory Exams Numerous personal projects Internships Society Events After that you get to become an engineer. Don't mind it , but you will see engineering folks doing good in everything. From #marketing to #acting !! Happy Engineer's Day to all fellow engineers who are making things from sewing machines to atomic bombs and changing the course of humanity for the better !! P.S.: I got 32 backlogs in total during B.Tech. what about you ?

🌟 Excited to Share My Summer Internship Project at UATS DRÄXLMAIER Group ! 🌞🔧 During my enriching summer internship at UATS Draxermailer, I had the incredible opportunity to dive into a fascinating project focused on temperature regulation systems. 🌡️🔌 🔬 Project Overview: My project revolved around the study and design of a cutting-edge PID regulation system, interfaced with Arduino and an analog signal converter, which seamlessly integrated with the MAx6675 probe. This innovation empowers industries with adaptable temperature regulation solutions. 🎥 Check out the Video: In the attached video, you can witness the system in action! We've harnessed the power of a 4x4 keypad to input the desired temperature, which is then beautifully displayed on the LCD screen. The first line showcases the set temperature, while the second line exhibits the real-time temperature of the heating element. 🔴 Visual Cue for Operation: To ensure the system's operation is crystal clear, we've ingeniously connected a red LED to the Solid-state relay (SSR). When the SSR kicks into action, triggering the heating process, the LED elegantly illuminates. This brilliant design ensures we're always aware of the system's status. 💡 How It Works: Our PID system dynamically responds to temperature fluctuations. When the actual temperature falls below the set temperature, the SSR activates, and the heating element warms up. The red LED serves as a beacon of this heating process. Once the real temperature surpasses the set temperature, the SSR disengages, the LED dims, and the heating element cools down. 🔌 Efficiency and Reliability: One of the standout features is the use of a Solid-state relay (SSR) to control high-power loads. Its efficiency in requiring minimal control power to manage substantial loads is a game-changer, enhancing both performance and longevity. This summer internship experience allowed me to delve into the world of practical automation and control, honing my skills and expanding my horizons in the process. I'm immensely grateful for the guidance of the UATS Draxermailer team throughout this journey. Stay tuned for more updates as I continue to explore the realms of innovation and engineering! Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or thoughts about this project. 🚀🔗 #InternshipDiaries #EngineeringInnovation #TemperatureRegulation

It’s great to see our intern’s sharing and reflection about #DuPont internship program. Internship programs play a crucial role in talent development. These programs not only provide students with the opportunity to put their theoretical knowledge into practice but also offer a deeper understanding of the demands and culture of their chosen industry. By interacting with professionals, interns can establish valuable professional networks that may prove pivotal in their future careers. Furthermore, internship programs also provide businesses with the chance to tap into fresh ideas and young talent. Many interns bring a new energy to organizations and offer perspectives with innovative thinking, contributing to the growth of companies. The positive feedback already received indicates that such programs not only aid in nurturing exceptional professionals but also yield valuable returns for businesses. Therefore, continuing to support and develop internship initiatives is a critical strategic move.

This week I finished my internship with JP Hildreth. Over the last 2 months I have learnt a lot about the role of smart factory specialist and the principles of the company. Smart Factory is the approach to make manufacturing processes more intelligent. It is a cyber-physical network that uses machine learning and advanced technologies to analyse data, control automated processes, improving the efficiency, productivity and performance of production lines. A concept formally new to me is now a developed area of my understanding and case studies have shown it will be the future as more companies become aware and begin to implement the approach and its technologies. I spent time developing toolkits and assessments which are tools to extract information from client companies in order to understand the current state of the factory. Information is obtained from all levels in the company, a diverse range of employees and management. Information is also taken from data acquisition technology that is installed in the factory equipment allowing for live insight on its operation. This is essential for identifying faults, mitigating risks, maintenance, understanding machine operation, highlighting inefficiencies and areas in need of improvement. The smart IQ is developed using the qualitative and quantitative results and presented in a report to the company with graphical and numerical information to help visualise this data. I also created a methodology to the roadmap which is a step by step plan on how JPH, alongside the client company, will reach the clients needs and requirements through practical actions. Alongside the report, which deepened my understanding of smart factory, and the practical skills I gained from implementing this knowledge in documentation, I also developed valuable communication and teamwork skills while working as part of a very skilled, diligent, friendly and experienced workforce. JPH is a consultancy that takes pride in their clarity and simplicity between them and their clients. I have seen how JPH see the details and puts in the extra effort to achieve the results for whoever they work with. Thankyou so much J P Hildreth Ltd for the opportunity allowing me to gain valuable experience in industry and skills I will be sure to take into my future of working in engineering. #smartfactory #engineeringcareers #manufacturingexcellence

《Crafting Your Own Optimal Formula – DuPont 2023 Summer Internship Experience》 Last week marked the end of my two-month summer internship at 杜邦 , and I'm grateful that DuPont enriched my final summer as a student. I'd like to express my sincere appreciation to my mentors, George and Doris, for granting me the freedom to explore, harness my creativity, and showcase my abilities. Here, I'd like to share several key takeaways that were paramount during my internship: 1. #TechnicalProficiency: During my time in the manufacturing department, I actively participated in projects related to process improvement. I leveraged databases to extract data and create dashboards, enabling the department to monitor product quantities and defect distributions in real-time. I also utilized quality control lab data to develop manpower demand forecasting model, aiding the lab in efficient staff allocation, reducing waste. Additionally, I contributed to the department's digital transformation initiative, educating team members on tools like #ChatGPT and #PowerBI to enhance efficiency. 2. #SocialNetworking: Beyond departmental projects, I engaged in a project with the DuPont Women's Network (DWN). In collaboration with two other interns (Jennifer Liao and Pei-Hsuan Ming ), we served as strategy consultants, conducting research on employee perceptions and expectations of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). This effort helped formulate future plans and promotion strategies. Through this project, I had the opportunity to interact with over 20 individuals from different departments and professions. This experience deepened my understanding of the company's operations and the responsibilities associated with various roles. 3. #Leadership and #TeamCollaboration: As the team leader for the DWN project, I learned how to lead a group effectively and allocate tasks while fostering open communication and collaboration. While individuals can be efficient, the creativity that emerges from a group is boundless. I'm immensely thankful for the trust placed in me by my team members and mentors(Renay and Chen-Ling Lai ). There are so many people to express gratitude to – thanks to the manufacturing department, the DWN team, and other interns. As this chapter concludes, I'm excited to announce my availability for new opportunities in 2024. Please don't hesitate to reach out, and let's explore how I can contribute value to your team. #DuPontsummerinternship #DuPontWomenNetwork #DuPont

Please join with us in recognizing our September 2023 Engineer Intern Spotlight feature Kathleen (McMackin) Inman, EI. Kathleen had the best and somewhat profound response to why professional licensure is import ant to her. To quote: "It lets others who are not familiar with your work recognize that you are qualified to be doing what you are doing." Well said, Kathleen! Learn more about Kathleen and why professional licensure is important to her at the link below: https://lnkd.in/dAJnZSd

Intern Spotlight!!! C&B is proud to recognize Trey Reynolds. Trey Interned with C&B this summer before returning to Auburn University to finish his Degree in Industrial Engineering.  Trey hit the ground running when he came on board helping us set up our new lining & coating facility.  He worked under the direction of our plant engineer to perform time studies, process flow models, and physical set up of the process flow that we are currently using today.  Trey jumped right in to learning our products and processes, and helped in many departments this summer. "What I enjoyed the most was being able to give my input on important projects and decisions, something that many lower-level employees/interns don’t commonly have an opportunity to do. I enjoyed learning the steps and procedures needed to complete a project. For example, how to go from the early development stage to getting the idea approved, then contacting vendors and getting the necessary material ready to actually implement the solution/idea." Good Luck this fall Trey!!!