HOME ABOUT CUSTOM EQUIPMENT INDUSTRIES CONTROLS AND INTEGRATION JOBS CONTACT BLOG CUSTOM AUTOMATED ALTERNATIVES TO MANUAL PROCESSES / SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 Manual processes can take a toll on individuals and businesses alike. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics[DG1] , back strains result in nearly 15,000 injuries per year in manufacturing alone. In addition to the associated safety risk and downtime, those strains can also represent a significant cost. The National Safety Council estimates the cost per medically consulted work injury is $42,000 – and that’s excluding any related property damage costs. Read More October 06, 2021 Comment 1 Likes Share RECAP: ADVANCE MANUFACTURING EXPO 2021 / SEPTEMBER 1, 2021 August 26th-27th marked the date for the sixth annual Advanced Manufacturing Expo took place in our very own Grand Rapids, Michigan, bringing together a cross-section of innovators and experts in manufacturing from the Midwest. While this regional expo may be smaller than other industry events, it always prioritizes quality over quantity and this year packed a punch. Read on for our top highlights from the show. Read More September 02, 2021 Comment 0 Likes Share MHI 2021 ANNUAL REPORT SYNOPSIS / JULY 30, 2021 Labor challenges and supply chain disruptions upended the industry – how are businesses reacting? The 2021 MHI report outlines the forces shaping supply chains and what technology operations are embracing to position themselves for the future. Read More July 30, 2021 Comment 1 Likes Share HOW TO NAVIGATE A GROWING CONVEYOR MARKET / JUNE 29, 2021 The global conveyor market is expected to grow to $9.85 billion by 2026 – that’s over $2 billion in just six years. What’s the story behind this growth? And what do you need to know to navigate a changing market? Read this month’s blog for these answers and more, including how to manage the risk of long lead times AND how to approach custom projects. Read More June 29, 2021 Comment 0 Likes Share AUTOMOTIVE COMPONENT SHORTAGES : HOW MATERIAL HANDLING CAN ENABLE RESILIENCY / MAY 28, 2021 It’s been over a year since the COVID-19 pandemic began wreaking havoc on supply chains. But as the auto industry looks to bounce back from a challenging 2020, component shortages have brought many plants to a halt. Read More July 23, 2021 Comment 0 Likes Share Older → For more than 20 years, Tuff Automation has provided custom material handling equipment for many types of companies in a variety of industries. From single components to complete automated systems, Tuff Automation offers a range of material handling products that aren’t found in a catalog. FEATURED POSTS MHI 2021 Annual Report Synopsis 4 MONTHS AGO Labor challenges and supply chain disruptions upended the industry – how are businesses reacting? The 2021 MHI report outlines the forces shaping supply chains and what technology operations are embracing to position themselves for the future. How to Navigate a Growing Conveyor Market 5 MONTHS AGO The global conveyor market is expected to grow to $9.85 billion by 2026 – that’s over $2 billion in just six years. What’s the story behind this growth? And what do you need to know to navigate a changing market? Read this month’s blog for these answers and more, including how to manage the risk of long lead times AND how to approach custom projects. Top 3 Material Handling Processes You Should Automate 7 MONTHS AGO Good help is hard to find and even harder to hang onto. What if you could get relief from the constant cycle of hiring and training – AND get a boost in productivity? In this month’s blog, we’re sharing the three material handling processes you really should be automating. Sales@TuffAutomation.com · 616-735-3939 2751 Courier Drive · Grand Rapids, MI 49534 Privacy Policy