WEST Product: The new Siegmund 6’x12’ Imperial Welding Table is the largest in the Imperial Series, delivering unmatched strength, precision, and workspace for demanding fabrication.
WEST Product: The new MACC S415 DI Semi-Automatic Band Saw with variable speed inverter offers 13-3/4” round tube cutting capacity, precision, and durability for fabrication.
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WEST Product: Acena Consulting helps manufacturers turn innovation into cash flow with the R&D Tax Credit. Our proactive, responsive, and accurate approach maximizes your credits.
WEST Product: Acena Consulting boosts cash flow with expert cost segregation studies—accelerating depreciation and maximizing tax savings.
WEST Exhibitor:
Speaker at WEST: Kevin Kerston, Senior Account Executive, SugarCRM
Speaker at WEST: Jeffrey Fiala, President, UnDesked
Speaker at WEST: Yaron Alfi, CEO, Magenta Software, Inc
WEST Session: AI is everywhere in the headlines, but most manufacturers are still asking the same question: where do we start? Between vendor hype and uncertain ROI, it’s hard to separate what’s possible from what’s practical. This talk will help cut through the noise and share a pragmatic roadmap for building AI capability in manufacturing. Attendees will learn three proven ways to apply AI today: automating documentation, accelerating compliance, and capturing engineering expertise, along with three common pitfalls to avoid when launching AI initiatives. Rather than a futuristic vision, this session provides concrete, usable steps that any manufacturer can take immediately, whether they’re a 50-person shop or a global enterprise. The key message: you don’t need a lab full of data scientists to get started. With the right workflows, AI can deliver measurable results now, and prepare your organization for the next decade of manufacturing innovation.