Term | Definition |
Manufacturing | use of machines, tools and labor to produce good for use or sale |
Raw Materials | materials derived from natural resources |
Mechanization | replacing human labor with the use of machinery |
3D Printing | computer-controlled creation of small scale 3D solid objects |
Nanotechnology | design, production and application of structures, devices and systems by manipulating size and shape at the nanometer scale |
Nanometer | one billionth of a meter |
The Internet of Things (IoT) | technology allowing multiple electronic devices to connect in order to communicate |
Cloud Computing | practice of using a network of remote servers to store, manage and process data |
Big Data | technology allowing manufacturing industries to access, analyze and manage large data sets in real time |
Finished Goods | processed goods formed into a product ready for consumers |
Predictive Maintenance Technology | technology allowing manufacturers to simplify maintenance procedures by predicting threatening failures |
Computer Aided Design (CAD) | software used to create graphical representations of physical objects |
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) | federal agency which governs occupational health and safety in the US |
Hazard Communication (HazCom) | ensures information on chemical safety is available in the workplace |
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) | procedures for handling certain toxic and hazardous substances in a safe manner |
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) | protects or isolates individuals from hazards in the workplace |