cloud manufacturing, or cloud computing, is like a superhero for our planet. In what way? Well, it's helping us to be greener and cleaner in the way we produce.
Firstly, cloud manufacturing enables us to digitally store parts and produce them only when they are needed. Gone are the days of huge stocks of spare parts gathering dust and mountains of production waste. We only produce what we use, and that's good for the environment.
Then, with cloud manufacturing, we manufacture close to where we need them. That means fewer trucks, trains or planes to transport our parts around the world. Less transport means less CO2 in the air and a smaller impact on the climate.
And as an added bonus, 3D printing is often used at cloud manufacturing, which means just the right amount of material can be used to manufacture a part. Result: less wasted materials.
So, to sum up, cloud manufacturing is our ally for more planet-friendly production, in line with a sustainable, circular economy.