INTELLIGENT
MANUFACTURING
SYSTEMS
Intelligent Manufacturing Systems (IMS) is an industry-led program established to advance manufacturing and help manufacturers research and adopt the next generation of manufacturing and processing technologies.
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IMS is the creator and premier sponsor of the World Manufacturing Forum (WMF)
Intelligent Manufacturing Systems (IMS) is an industry-led program established to advance manufacturing and help manufacturers research and adopt the next generation of manufacturing and processing technologies.
30 years of innovation
The IMS program provides the framework and support for facilitating international workshops, forums, research, and dissemination of information among large business enterprises, small-to-medium enterprises, universities, and research institutions.
World Manufacturing Forum
IMS is the creator and premier sponsor of the World Manufacturing Forum (WMF) which offers workshops, project coaching services, and Industry 4.0 guides, and is an international collaborative environment for a robust exchange of ideas and synergy creation.
Manufacturing - still a key economic driver world-wide
Global manufacturing represents sixteen percent (16%) of world GDP with over twenty million enterprises and fourteen percent (14%) of world employment. Manufacturing is still a key economic driver world-wide.
In a more integrated global market, the competition is not among companies but among global supply chains and business networks. Global value chains are increasing in complexity and competition.
Through international collaboration, IMS provides an opportunity for value-chain participants to develop world-class solutions. The accelerated pace of technological change is racing to keep up with new and increasing customer expectations.
As a result, many companies and research institutions join under the banner of IMS because it offers the only portal for international collaboration to address these needs and expectations of customers.
All those interested in joining IMS are encouraged to contact us.
Invitation to Join
IMS invites all regions of the world to join our extensive network and collaborate to shape the future of manufacturing in local regions and globally.
Project Clusters
The IMS Project Clustering Platform facilitates on-going projects to share knowledge, provide broader solutions in less time, reduce research costs, and expand networks through building of international coalitions.
3DS: Digital Die Design System – Phase I and II
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Developed digital die design system for sheet metal forming.
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Developed “Spring-back (2D) evaluation method” and “Surface strain evaluation method” to quantify evaluation. (Preamble for 3D methods).
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Evaluated different models and selected the best model for predicting spring-back.
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Discussed the role and future research needed to understand the influence of friction and its representation in simulation.
IMS Program
IMS is part of the Manufacturing Technology Deployment Group (MTDG). MTDG provides overall guidance to set strategic priorities for the IMS program and to oversee program implementation.
2023 World Manufacturing Forum (WMF)
Videos and presentations now available!
The WMF is where international participants gather for relevant trends in global manufacturing.
This year's focus
New business models for manufacturing of the future
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IMS Services
IMS offers a wide array of services to help advance international research and collaboration among large business enterprises, small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs), academic and research institutions.
Coaching
IMS Coaches are industry experts selected by each IMS Region based on their experience.
Workshops
IMS conducts customized project workshops frequently throughout the calendar year in participating regions.
ManuVation 4.0
Focuses on growth and sustainability through Industry 4.0 technologies for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs).
Innovation Hubs
IMS is currently developing Innovation Hubs in as part of the ManuVation 4.0 initiative.
Tallo
Tallo offers a talent database comprised of students, companies, and universities.
