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Breeze Direct is supported by Team400, who specialise in AI solutions for manufacturing.
For industry, services & manufacturing
AI that works on the factory floor
Cut through the hype. Practical AI applications for businesses that make and do things.
What we cover
- Process automation that actually saves time
- Predictive maintenance implementation
- Quality control AI for manufacturing
- Workforce augmentation, not replacement
Who it's for
- Operations managers seeking efficiency
- Plant managers evaluating AI solutions
- Service business owners automating workflows
- Anyone sceptical of AI vendor promises
Latest posts
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Computer Vision for Defect Detection: How Small Manufacturers Are Doing It Without Million-Dollar Budgets
Automated visual inspection used to be reserved for large factories with deep pockets. That's changing. Here's how smaller Australian manufacturers are implementing computer vision for quality control on realistic budgets.
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Predictive Maintenance in Australian Manufacturing SMEs: What's Realistic and What's Hype
Predictive maintenance promises to prevent breakdowns before they happen. But for small Australian manufacturers, the gap between the pitch and reality is wider than most vendors admit.
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How Australian Food Manufacturers Are Using AI for Quality Control on Production Lines
AI-powered quality inspection is finding its way onto Australian food production lines. Here's what's working, what it costs, and whether it makes sense for your operation.
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Energy Monitoring for Small Manufacturers: How to Cut Your Power Bills by 15-20%
Most small manufacturers don't know where their energy actually goes. Simple monitoring systems can reveal waste you didn't know existed — and the savings add up fast.
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Predictive Maintenance for Small Manufacturers: Is It Worth the Investment?
Big miners spend millions on predictive maintenance. But does it make sense when you've got 30 staff and a handful of CNC machines?
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Visual Inspection AI: A Practical Guide for Australian Manufacturers
AI-powered visual inspection isn't just for the big end of town anymore. Here's what smaller manufacturers need to know to get started.
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AI Agents on the Factory Floor: Operations, Maintenance, and Supply Chain Coordination
How manufacturing companies are deploying agent platforms to automate alerts, coordinate teams, and keep production lines running.
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Why Manufacturers Need Managed AI Agent Platforms
In operational environments, DIY AI agent deployments create more problems than they solve. Reliability and uptime demand professional infrastructure.
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AI for Contract Manufacturers and Job Shops: Unique Considerations
Contract manufacturers and job shops face different AI challenges than product companies. Here's what's working in high-mix, low-volume environments.
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Manufacturing AI Implementation: Key Lessons from 2026
After years of manufacturing AI projects, patterns are clear. Here's what separates successful implementations from failures.
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AI for Manufacturing Sustainability: Practical Emissions Reduction
Manufacturers face pressure to reduce emissions. AI can help. Here's what's actually working for Australian industrial operations.
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Lean Manufacturing and AI: Complementary or Contradictory?
Lean principles have guided manufacturing improvement for decades. How does AI fit? Here's how Australian manufacturers are integrating both approaches.
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Generative AI for Manufacturing Engineering: What's Actually Useful
ChatGPT and similar tools are everywhere. Here's how manufacturing engineers are actually using generative AI productively.
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Getting Started with Computer Vision for Quality Control on the Factory Floor
A practical guide for manufacturers implementing AI-powered visual inspection. Camera setup, lighting, model training, PLC integration, and what accuracy to expect.
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A Plant Manager's Checklist for Evaluating AI Vendors
Practical checklist for manufacturing plant managers evaluating AI vendors. Questions to ask, red flags to watch for, integration needs, and realistic timelines.