Douglas Machine Inc.

05/29/2026

OEE is one of the most widely used metrics in manufacturing, but do you know what goes into it?

Availability, Performance, and Quality each play a role in your overall OEE score. Understanding these three components can help uncover opportunities to improve productivity and efficiency.

Learn more:

Understand the three components of OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) and learn how to identify which one is dragging your production line down.

05/25/2026

Land of the free because of the brave. Today we honor the heroes who have served our country. Thank you for your unwavering commitment and sacrifice.

05/19/2026

Successful projects start with clarity.

Defining project scope early helps align expectations, improve communication, and keep projects moving efficiently from concept to completion. For manufacturers investing in automation, that upfront alignment can make all the difference.

🎥 Watch the video to learn why project scope matters.

Successful projects start with clarity.In this video, we explore the importance of defining project scope early — helping teams align expectations, reduce su...

05/13/2026

Congratulations to the graduating class of 2026 on successfully completing your educational journey! 🎓 We wish you all the best in your future endeavors. If you find yourself in the Alexandria lakes area, take a moment to explore our open positions - we'd love to hear from you!
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05/10/2026

“A Mother's love is peace. It need not be earned, it cannot be lost.” - Erich Fromm

05/08/2026

Where do robotics beat manual and traditional automation, and when should you pick a different solution?

This article breaks it all down, including:
👉 When robotics are and are not worth pursuing
👉 How to prove ROI
👉 Which types of robots work best in secondary packaging
👉 Plus, a practical checklist to help you identify next steps

Get the full details:
https://hubs.li/Q04fY1NZ0

04/30/2026

When you're evaluating case packers, one of the first questions you'll run into will be about load orientation:

Should products enter the case from the top or from the side?

This article 👇 breaks down the differences between top-load and horizontal-load case packing, so you can understand which configuration serves your product, pack pattern, line layout, and throughput requirements best.

Get the quick rundown: https://hubs.li/Q04f0qb40

04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day 🌱 We spend a lot of time focused on performance, efficiency, and progress. Today let's take a moment to step back, step outside and appreciate the world around us. 🌎

04/15/2026

We're excited to visit with you at the CheeseExpo this week! 🧀 Stop by to discuss your secondary packaging needs with our team.

04/14/2026

Bags don't sit still. Graphics shift. Orientation varies.

With real-time vision correction, the TriVex DL responds instantly to bag variation—keeping accuracy high and reducing rework, for a more consistent production line.

Learn more about TriVex DL » https://hubs.li/Q04b_mP50