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  • Manufacturing Project Management – 1 Part Process, 1 Part Experience, 1 Part Intuition: All Pro - In the world of manufacturing, successful project management isn't just about following a set of steps; it's an art that combines a structured process, years of experience, and a touch of intuition. Re:Build Optimation, a leading player in the manufacturing industry, exemplifies this unique blend in its approach to project management. From the initial design… Continue Reading
  • Batteries, Wind, Solar and More: Why Our General Manager is Building an Electric ’51 Dodge (It Means Your Alternative Energy Project is in The Best Hands) - In the world of alternative energy, innovation, and forward-thinking leadership are essential to driving progress and change. At Re:Build Optimation, our commitment to pushing boundaries and exploring new frontiers is not only evident in the projects we undertake but is also exemplified by our General Manager, Bill Pollock, who is currently building an electric '51… Continue Reading
  • Battery Energy Storage Technologies: Manufacturing Batteries That Are Changing the World - Batteries have become indispensable in our modern world, powering everything from household gadgets to life-saving medical devices. The electric revolution, epitomized by Tesla cars, has put battery energy storage technologies at the forefront of innovation. At Re:Build Optimation, we're committed to leading the charge in efficiently manufacturing these crucial tools. Today’s blog discusses the significance… Continue Reading
  • Manufacturing Safety & OSHA: Compliance or Welfare? - In certain aspects, manufacturing is just like any other business out there. You run a business that supplies a demand, and it makes a profit by giving people what they want. That’s basic knowledge. What isn’t basic knowledge is that there are tons of compliance and standard programs and procedures that manufacturing companies must tend… Continue Reading
  • The Crucial Role of Apprenticeship and Training in Manufacturing Safety - Safety is a paramount concern in the manufacturing industry, and engineers play a crucial role in ensuring a safe working environment, whether it is by training or learning. While technological advancements have improved manufacturing processes, they have also introduced new risks and challenges. In this blog post, we will delve into the significance of apprenticeship… Continue Reading
  • Nerding Out on Chemical Engineering - Hello again, nerds! If you haven’t already read the first part of the chemical engineering dissection, please feel free to do so here: https://www.optimation.us/blogs/from-boring-to-bubbly-how-chemical-engineering-brings-magic-to-life/. Some fascination awaits you there as you not only learn more about a chemical engineer in action but also the magic that chemical engineering brings to life! So we’ve established that… Continue Reading
  • From Boring to Bubbly: How Chemical Engineering Brings Magic to Life - Dear Readers (or Nerds)... …However you wish to identify yourself. I prefer the latter. It’s been a week of magical endeavors. Just like any other week. A reflection, however, came to me as I wrote this article today. Perhaps the reason, we scientists and engineers, rarely believe in magic… Is because we create them. In… Continue Reading
  • Cleantech – How Does Re:Build Optimation Fit into the Mix - Written by Steve Beyer, Director of Business Development for Re:Build Optimation.  In the Re:Build family of companies, technologies are grouped into segments that form the key markets to which we provide engineering and manufacturing services. One of our core segments is Cleantech. It represents one of the highest-growth areas in Re:Build and in the domestic… Continue Reading
  • How to Plan Well for Manufacturing Day 2023 - Manufacturing Day 2023 is October 6th this year… you have time, but it moves fast, so here are ideas to help you unlock how you’ll celebrate and inspire kids to take up CTE (Career Technical Education) and STEM (Science Technology Engineering & Math). For the sake of your ease, we are breaking this blog into… Continue Reading
  • The Disconnect between Military & Civilian Skills Acceptance – A Way Forward - The transition from military service to civilian life can be both exciting and challenging for veterans. While their military experience equips them with valuable skills, there is often a disconnect between the acceptance of these skills in the civilian job market. This discrepancy poses a significant hurdle for veterans seeking employment in various industries, including… Continue Reading
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