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AI and machine learning improving safety, maintenance, and workflows in industrial operations.

The Role of AI and Machine Learning in Optimizing Industrial Operations

Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) are reshaping industrial operations, from how facilities are designed to how equipment is maintained. With rising costs, labor shortages and tight timelines, manufacturers are turning to smarter solutions like AI and ML to optimize operations. Combined with the expertise of a trusted industrial contractor, AI and ML are […]

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Five strategies we take as a leading industrial contracting company for a large-scale project.

Risk Management Strategies for Large-Scale Industrial Undertakings

Large-scale industrial projects carry enormous responsibility, and therefore, enormous risk.  With millions of dollars invested, tight timelines and hundreds of workers depending on safe execution, one small misstep can cause delays, safety incidents or compliance issues that can cripple an organization. That’s why risk management isn’t optional, it’s essential. But by baking in solid risk […]

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Expert tips that can help you prepare for future industrial challenges.

Long-Term Facility Planning: Preparing for Future Industrial Challenges

Picture this: Operations are humming along as per usual, when a new regulation drops and you need to replace a critical piece of equipment, fast. Or maybe you land a new, huge client and demand suddenly spikes, but your facility’s layout can’t handle another line without major disruption. Situations like these aren’t “what ifs.” We […]

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best practices that can help your internal maintenance team stay prepared and empowered.

Training and Empowering Your Maintenance Team: Best Practices for Industrial Settings

Your industrial maintenance teams are the unsung heroes of your facility. They keep operations humming, troubleshoot daily issues, and make sure your equipment is running safely and efficiently. At Lee Industrial Contracting, we work closely with in-house maintenance teams every day. With 35+ years of experience delivering industrial maintenance services to manufacturers across sectors, we […]

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Top facilities schedule regular maintenance to keep equipment running and operations on track.

Proactive Maintenance Strategies for Continuous Industrial Operations

There’s one word in industrial manufacturing that every plant manager dreads: downtime. Downtime isn’t just an inconvenience – it’s a direct hit to productivity, profitability and customer trust. That’s why the most successful facilities schedule regular, proactive industrial maintenance services to keep their equipment running and operations moving. What Is Proactive Maintenance and Why Does […]

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Lee Industrial Contracting helps facilities integrate automation solutions that work seamlessly with existing equipment.

Integrating Legacy Systems with Modern Automation Solutions

If you walk into a typical manufacturing plant today, you’ll likely come across equipment control systems that are a mix of old and new. Many facilities are still using legacy PLCs and other hardware that was installed decades ago. These systems might be working just fine, but they weren’t designed to communicate with the modern […]

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Lee Contracting has a commitment to build a culture of safety.

Building a Culture of Safety: How Lee Contracting Empowers Its Workforce

In industrial contracting, safety must be placed above all else. Full stop. From complex rigging projects to plant upgrades, the industrial environments where Lee Contracting operates demand the highest level of attention to worker protection and risk management. Building a strong culture of safety isn’t about doing the bare minimum. It’s about empowering every employee […]

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Industrial contracting and automation for manufacturing

The Future of Industrial Automation: 6 Key Trends and Technologies 

The future of industrial automation is already underway, and it’s changing the nature of manufacturing operations and facility upgrades. No matter if you’re planning a major equipment installation or building a new line, automation is becoming an essential part of the equation you shouldn’t ignore.  Forward-thinking manufacturers are working with industrial contracting companies that understand […]

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In complex industrial environments, teams must work together seamlessly

Collaborative Problem-Solving in Complex Industrial Environments

Here’s a hard truth: industrial projects rarely go exactly as planned – especially when they’re complex. Whether it’s unexpected structural challenges, space constraints, or tight deadlines, technical expertise and problem-solving are of course essential, but one thing that’s often overlooked is the power of collaboration. In complex industrial environments, teams must work together seamlessly – […]

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Here is how you can minimize downtime when transferring large equipments.

How to Minimize Downtime During Major Equipment Transfers

It was supposed to be a simple move – relocating a large piece of equipment to another part of the facility was projected to take just a few days. But once the project started, problems began piling up. The industrial rigging contractor finished their part, but the electrical team wasn’t scheduled for another three days. […]

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The art and science of industrial machinery relocation

The Art and Science of Industrial Machinery Relocation

Relocating industrial machinery isn’t just about moving heavy equipment from point A to point B. It’s a highly technical process that demands a strong level of both precision and expertise. Indeed there is a science to it – engineering, technology and mathematics play a huge role. But there’s also the art – pulled off by […]

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