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Typical countertop and tooling for an SDC custom EP10 electropolishing machine.

Electropolishing for Industrial Use

Electropolishing (also known as electrolytic polishing, or anodic polishing) has become the preferred method for smoothing, polishing, and deburring both…

Exterior view of the SDC (Steven Douglas Corp.) company building in winter. The building, featuring a blue corrugated metal upper level and large dark-tinted windows, is partially obscured by heavy snowfall.

2024 Year-end Reflection

As 2024 comes to a close, we at SDC are taking a moment to reflect on a year marked by…

Automated guided vehicle, designed in grey, navigates a warehouse floor with color-coded lane markers, carrying a wooden pallet in an industrial setting.

AI, Robots, and the Future of Work: Streamlining Efficiency Across Industries

From complex tasks in industries such as manufacturing, food and drink, and logistics, automated robots are designed to reduce human…

Large part hopper connected to a centrifugal feeder on an automated cartoning machine

From Concept to Creation: The Advantages of Custom Machinery

To revolutionize and redefine a manufacturing process, businesses face an important decision: choosing between custom machine builders or machine integrators.

Carton packaging machine overview

Investing in Success: The Importance of a Trusted Custom Machine Builder

In a world where every second counts, the custom machine builder you choose can be the difference between stagnation and…

Yellow robotic arm automation system for manufacturing, with blue lights illuminating the workspace and two FANUC robotic arms around rotary table.

The Automation Revolution: Discovering the Four Types of Automated Machines

There are four types of automated machines – fixed, programmable, integrated, and flexible manufacturing systems (FMS). In this blog, we’ll…

Assembly line features blue metal frames supporting multiple conveyor belts and robotic arms. Components are positioned on the belts ready for processing.

The Manufacturing Process: How Automated Assembly Machines Boost Efficiency

One way to streamline your manufacturing process and stay ahead of the competition is to incorporate automated assembly machines. These…

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Unlocking Potential: Furthering Careers at SDC

Creating robust machinery is no simple task! That’s why we’ve spent years creating an empowering environment that allows our team members…

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Collaborative Robots and Their Impact on Manufacturing

For decades, industrial robots have focused on increasing speed and payload capacity. Over this time, these robots have gotten bigger,…

In a brightly lit factory, a man and a woman stand on either side of a large, yellow industrial robot, looking upwards at its articulated arm.

SDC’s Project Management Process

In an era defined by technological advancements, the automation of manufacturing processes stands as both a beacon of progress, and…

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