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    IW_QC_Essity_MikeKapalko
    July 2, 2025
    This summer, stay ahead of downtime with smarter hygiene practices that support both people and machines.
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    Nine out of 15 manufacturing industries reported growth last month.
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    Whether it's VSM or process mapping, both mapping techniques are critical first steps to solving problems and building sustainable solutions.
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    In this podcast pulled from our Production Pulse livestream series, editors discuss the challenges of keeping workers safe and lights on when temperatures rise.
    Behind the Curtain
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    June 24, 2025
    Learn what works and doesn’t work in lean, Six Sigma and team-based operational excellence.

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