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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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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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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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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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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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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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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.
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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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Predictive Maintenance ROI: What the First Wave of Adopters Actually Measured
Real ROI numbers from manufacturers who deployed predictive maintenance AI 2-3 years ago. Beyond vendor promises, here's what early adopters actually measured and learned.
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AI for Small Manufacturers: Practical Starting Points
Big companies get the AI headlines. But smaller manufacturers can benefit too. Here are realistic options for operations under 100 employees.