Manufacturing
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Affordable 5S for Your Facility
Lean initiatives don’t have to mean expensive. For many manufacturers, the barrier to adopting 5S (Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain) isn’t philosophy—it’s the perception that you need a greenfield rebuild, new automation, or a six-figure consulting engagement to see results. In reality, 5S is the most budget-friendly way to unlock throughput, increase productivity, […]
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Implementing a 5S Program at Your Auto Dealership — Why Technicians can finally find that 10mm socket.
Walk any high-performing service department and you’ll see the same pattern: tools where techs expect them, clean benches, mirrored bays, and managers who can spot a problem at a glance. That’s 5S—Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain—adapted from manufacturing and now essential for dealer service operations that run like micro-factories. The good news: you […]
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5 Questions to Ask Before Buying Tools for a Cleanroom
Cleanrooms demand more than clean hands and lab coats. In aerospace, pharma, and high-tech manufacturing, every item that enters a controlled environment becomes part of the contamination risk equation, and tools are no exception. Selecting the right tools for cleanroom use isn’t just a procurement detail; it’s a strategic decision that impacts compliance, safety, and […]
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Why Manufacturers Are Turning to Standardized Toolkits
In manufacturing, efficiency is a competitive advantage. When you’re operating across multiple shifts, facilities, or even continents, small inefficiencies can quickly add up. That’s why manufacturers are increasingly making the shift to standardized toolkits, and why Sonic has become a trusted partner in implementing these solutions. The Cost of Inconsistency In many facilities, technicians bring their […]
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How Sonic Keeps Optimus Moving
In a recent Optimus test reel, a Sonic S12 XD toolbox sits clearly in the background of Tesla’s robotics test floor. It’s not a prop—it’s a working part of the lab. Tesla is building Optimus, a general-purpose humanoid robot engineered to take on unsafe, repetitive, and low-value tasks. The footage shows real pick-and-place sequences, object orientation, and motion planning progress. […]
