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In response to rampant supply chain disruptions and rising customer demands, leaders are fortifying business foundations to improve manufacturing and supply chain visibility, customer satisfaction, and operational efficiency.

SAN FRANCISCO, June 6, 2022 – Fictiv, the leader in on-demand, high-quality digital manufacturing, announced today the release of its annual State of Manufacturing report. The findings reveal an industry in the midst of organizational transformation with leaders focused on building the foundations of more resilient, agile, and technology-enabled businesses. While time-to-market is never far from an executive’s mind, the data shows leaders are eager to gain the visibility, supply chain control, and workforce productivity needed as a speed enabler.

Key findings include:

• 59% of companies said improving supply chain visibility is their top priority
• 88% of manufacturing companies want to streamline production by using fewer suppliers
• 93% of companies are looking for technology solutions to increase operational efficiency for new product development, desiring improved collaboration between engineering and supply chain teams as 72% of respondents report engineers spend 10% or more of their time on procurement
• 97% of leaders are concerned about security with the rise of digital manufacturing 
• 65% of U.S. manufacturing companies want to increase onshoring due to continued supply chain disruptions
• 97% of participants reporting customer demands are on the rise as there is more pressure than ever on new product development

“What stood out to me in this year’s report was the progress that has been made over the last three years,” said Fictiv CEO and co-founder Dave Evans. “2020 was about seeing the problems, 2021 was about finding the solutions, and now in 2022, we see companies are making progress towards a future-proofed industry. Leaders are demanding major changes from the ground up in order to gain much-needed control and predictability. Fictiv was founded due to the very issues companies are still facing today and I’m excited to see momentum toward technology-powered transformation.”

This marks Fictiv’s seventh annual report, conducted through Dimensional Research. The report surveyed 234 senior decision makers in supply chain, engineering, research and development, and technology or business leadership roles at companies that produce medical devices, robotics, automotive, aerospace, or consumer electronics. A number of themes emerged from the report:

• Technology-backed manufacturing is on the rise
  • Over 90% of companies are using or implementing digital manufacturing technology
  • Supply chain analytics and on-demand manufacturing platforms top the list of most popular solutions, used by 61% and 58% of companies, respectively
  • Year-over-year, manufacturing leaders are facing fewer barriers to innovation overall
  • As adoption of new digital manufacturing technologies increases, concern for potential security risks is high
  • 88% of leaders prioritize working with SOC 2-certified suppliers

• Leaders are simplifying their supply chains
  • Leaders want tighter integration with fewer suppliers, with a majority (55%) citing a focus on “better coordination with suppliers” in order to address rising customer demands
  • 73% view outsourcing positively, with efficiency topping the list of advantages
  • 48% report an increase in outsourced manufacturing as a result of the pandemic
  • Visibility, security, and quality are cited as the main risks of outsourcing, highlighting an opportunity for digital manufacturing solutions to help close the gap

• Customer demands are increasing
  • Improving customer satisfaction ranked No. 2 in the list of business priorities
  • 97% say that customer demands are shifting, with improved sustainability, quality, and more advanced features topping the list of expectations
  • To keep up with changing demands, product development workflows are evolving in a number of ways, including increased agility (49%), more efficient team coordination (48%) and faster integration of customer feedback (47%)

• Productivity is a key focus to maximize innovation
  • Just as the latest U.S. Labor Department data shows the largest decline in worker productivity in 75 years, Fictiv’s report shows that a large percentage of engineering time is spent on administrative tasks
  • Almost 75% say collaboration between engineering and supply chain teams needs improvement
  • Year-over-year trends show continued emphasis on remote work

To download the full 2022 State of Manufacturing report, click here.

About Fictiv
Fictiv operates a globally dispersed Digital Manufacturing Ecosystem that rapidly delivers custom mechanical parts on-demand. Its quality-driven ecosystem offers customers unprecedented manufacturing agility and speed through a digital quote-to-order platform, a highly vetted and managed global partner network, and a team of manufacturing experts that manage programs and inspect quality every step of the way. Different from traditional contract manufacturers, Fictiv’s operations are built around a digital core that leverages proprietary AI algorithms to deliver instant pricing, design for manufacturability feedback, and production transparency. Fictiv’s portfolio of optimized manufacturing services includes 3D printing, CNC machining, urethane casting, and injection molding with business solutions for new product development, engineer-to-order, and maintenance, repair, and operations. Over the last eight years, Fictiv has manufactured more than 19 million parts for early-stage companies and large enterprises alike, helping them innovate with agility and get products to market faster.

Gérard Lopez wants to be challenging for the title “within two years”

In an interview with RMC Sport, Gérard Lopez, the new owner of LOSC, is open about his ambitions for the northern club. And they are some ambitions.

Could LOSC really be a title contender? While this may raise a smile to some, seeing that the northern club are currently languishing in 13th place after gameweek 20, it is Gérard Lopez’s dream – even ambition – to realise this.

Talking exclusively for RMC Sport, the businessman from Luxembourg revealed his plan for his new club. “This season is a transition year but next season we would like to get among the top six,” says the successor to Michel Seydoux. “We would to like to make sure that our new recruits can get us there.”

“Not having ambition in Ligue 1 would be a lack of respect for the club.”

But Lille does not want to settle for being also-rans, at a distance from the podium. In the medium term, les Dogues will be looking to mix it with the big boys in the championship.

“Once we are there, it’s about the top 4; then on to Europe,” says Lopez. “From that point on, anything is possible. I want LOSC to be one of those teams going for the title within two years, or at least, in the top 3. Taking over at LOSC and not having ambition in Ligue 1 would be a lack of respect for the club.” 

Gérard Lopez: “Regarding Bielsa, we agree on a lot of things”

For the first time since his arrival at LOSC, Gérard Lopez talks in depth about Marcelo Bielsa possibly being lined up as the first team coach.

Will he come or will he not? The Marcelo Bielsa saga in Lille is still not over. Yet on Monday, in an exclusive with RMC Sport, Gérard Lopez, new owner of the northern club,  was cautiously optimistic about the arrival of Marseille’s former coach. “It’s a real possibility because we’ve got a lot of time for each other,” admitted the businessman from Luxembourg

“Marcelo is very interested in what we have planned.”

But what stage are the negotiations really at? “We are not negotiating with Marcelo,” chuckles Gérard Lopez. “We’ve gone past that stage. There are other managers who we are in contact with. There is also the current manager (Patrick Collot) who we want to support because he is doing a good job.” But what about Bielsa, then? “We agree on a lot of things,” says the new chief. “There are still some discussions with Marcelo which are more like chats. It would be premature to say that he is coming to Lille. What’s not in doubt is that he is very interested in what we have got planned and that we are equally very interested to get him here.”

“If a deal is done, it won’t be a one year contract.”

As announced by RMC, the Argentine can expect a three year contract. “I am optimistic about the deal. If it is done, it won’t be a one year contract. I get on well with him. He’s a perfectionist. In terms of what still needs to be done, it’s won’t be what people think it is. There are other things with him which are also important.” Gérard Lopez has not put a deadline on securing his services because Patrick Collot is the (current) coach who is, according to him, “doing well” and as a result, “there is no hurry,” he explains.

Collot until the end of the season, in partnership with Bielsa? “It’s possible.”

Questioned by Rolland Courbis on Team Duga (a RMC talk sport show) on Monday, Gérard Lopez provided other talking points regarding discussions with Marcelo Bielsa. One notable point was in regard to Patrick Collot, who could end up finishing the season in collaboration with the Argentine.

“It’s possible. It’s not that far removed from what may actually happen. There was an agreement a while ago, on the basis of a joint setup,” added Gérard Lopez. “Certain things have to be put in place, some of which are personal elements which are confidential. If it was just about a contract or a length of contract, or a salary…there would be nothing to worry about.  I’ll say to you that it’s 50-50 at the moment. The reason why: it’s confidential. If this thing is resolved, it’ll be more like 100%; if not, it’ll be 0%.”

Gérard Lopez: “Bielsa and Luis Campos are working hard together.”

Gérard Lopez, the new owner of LOSC, admits that his Sporting Director Luis Campos and potential future manager Marcelo Bielsa have already been talking a lot and scoping out players who may fit the bill at the club.

Will Marcelo Bielsa be the next manager at LOSC? It’s what the the northern club’s buyer, Gérard Lopez, would like. And he revealed to RMC on Monday that the Argentine has already got a close relationship with Luis Campos, his Sporting Director. Nicknamed “El Loco” (literally the “madman” in Spanish) and former director at AS Monaco, can they really work together? “We’ve got more than just guarantees,” replies Gérard Lopez.

“Today, Luis is working with several people on transfers,” explains the new owner. “These include Patrick Collot, LOSC staff and, perhaps a surprise, Marcelo Bielsa. There is no discussing of players without getting advice. Marcelo is such a good friend that I can easily get in touch with him. And Luis gets in contact with him directly regarding loads of things. They chat with each other pretty much on a daily basis.”

“An unprecedented luxury” to be able to count on Bielsa.

And this new-look LOSC will be able to rely on the former manager of Marseille. “Marcelo, on a level well outside of the discussions about the job as the manager, is a friend of the plan we’ve got going on,” continues Gérard Lopez. “His talks are very fruitful with Luis. They are working hard together. They get on so well, they really get each other. They literally see eye to eye and have had trips together.”

“Marcelo is an incredible asset,” continues the new chief of LOSC. “There are an incalculable number of managers who consider him simply a maestro in the world of football. Marcelo’s advice is clear and often perfectly measured. To have a relationship of friendship with Marcelo, being able to pick up the phone and say to him, ‘hey, this is such and such, what do you think about it?’ and then have a detailed response, it’s an unprecedented luxury.” 

Gérard Lopez: “We’re looking good to get in El Ghazi and J.Alonso.”

Gérard Lopez, the new owner of LOSC, confirms that a couple of reinforcements could be soon arriving: the Dutch attacker Anwar El Ghazi and Paraguayan defender Junior Alonso.

It’s been all change in the last month at LOSC: a new owner, Gérard Lopez; a few new directors, Luis Campos and Marc Ingla; and soon, some new players, as well as the possible arrival of Marcelo Bielsa as the coach. The two initial reinforcements should be the Dutch attacker Anwar El Ghazi (Ajax) and Paraguayan defender Junior Alonso (Cerro Porteno) in line with what RMC Sport revealed last weekend. “I thought I saw their names somewhere…I know them. It’s looking good,” Gérard Lopez confirmed to us on Monday. Two players, 21 and 23 respectively, will be part of the northern club’s plans to revitalise things.

“We have got a bit of a different approach, focussing on player profiles that seem realistic,” explains the new chief in Lille. “We asked ourselves what positions need reinforcing. From then on, we drew up an exhaustive list of players. We tried to target those who fit with our plans going forward. These are players between 20 and 24. You’ve got to have players which fit in with the plan. Taking players in on loan who are going to give a helping hand this year and maybe the next does not go with the sort of thinking that we have got going on. We need players who will be pretty much at the top within two years.”

Gérard Lopez: “We have lines of enquiry; we have things yet to announce.”

Anwar El Ghazi and Junior Alonso will certainly not be the only recruits arriving at LOSC this January. “We are looking for three, maybe four reinforcements,” adds Gérard Lopez. “We’ve not set a maximum spend even if we know more or less where we want to go. The winter transfer window is tricky. Every team is either trying to steal a march in front or not drop away. It makes transactions difficult. I look at the quality of staff around me since the players they have got in tick the boxes. Players that we’ve had to go and look for, that we’ve had to find. And those who match with what we want; so I am really happy.”

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Chlorine Shortage leads to Prices Increase and Tight in Supply

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Why Chlorine is so short in supply these two years? There are two main reasons: 1. Due to the Corona-Virus Pandemic, most people were forced to stay at home, much longer time than ever, people use more Swimming Pools at home than before, this is the reason that raised the chlorine comsumption. And Chlorine is also a key material to disinfect their homes, people use more chlorine than ever in history. 2. As we all know that Bio-Lab factory (American Chlorine Factory), which produces pool and spa treatment products, experienced a devastating fire on the morning of Aug. 27, 2020, after the landfall of Hurricane Laura. No one was injured, but the incident destroyed the facility's roof and hobbled production. More than 60% of US Chlorine supply were break off, then major US chlorine traders has booked 70% of Chlorine products that produced in China, Japan, India. These has tighten the supply end to a historic high level. It means Chlorine which used to distributed to other areas are now delivered to US as American traders paid a much higher prices than ever.

Is there any substitute Chlorine products to replace Trichloroisocyanuric Acid (TCCA)?

Yes, from AquaClear, a major distributor of Pool and Spa Chemicals, we have our solutions for our buyers.

Sodium Dichloroisocyanurate

Sodium Dichloroisocuanurate ‍is a sodium-based chlorinated granular shock that is designed to be used in a saltwater or spa environment. The sodium base allows it to dissolve quickly and clearly, leaving no turbidity or cloud to the water. Dichlor can be used in all interior types — vinyl, plaster, pebble tech, and painted finishes. Sodium Dichlor can be used as a maintenance or treatment product.‍

Dichlor, which has a pH of 6-7 at 25°C (1% solution), is typically white in color and has a slight chlorine odor. Dichlor contains approximately 10% Cyanuric Acid, so it is stable. Cyanuric Acid protects the chlorine in the product from the harmful effects of the sun's UVA and UVB rays.

To add a Dichlor shock — such as AquaClear Dichlor — to your pool or spa, simply measure out the amount needed per the volume of water and Parts Per Million (ppm) lift needed. Then sprinkle it around the perimeter of the pool or spa with the main circulation system running. (Do not pre-dilute this product before adding.)

AquaClear Pool & Spa Chemicals

Available Chlorine    Active Ingredient   Appearance          pH                 CYA              Super Chlorination

Sodium Dichlor56%    99%                White Granular         6 – 7       Approx 10%      21 oz per 10,000 gallons

Calcium Hypochlorite   70%          White/Gray Granular   10.4 – 10.8   N/A                     18 oz per 10,000 gallons

Calcium Hypochlorite

Calcium Hypochlorite ‍ (Cal Hypo) is a calcium-based granular chlorinated shock that can be used as a maintenance or treatment product. Cal Hypo has the highest percentage of available chlorine and is extremely effective at eliminating algae.‍

Because Cal Hypo contains calcium, it is not recommended for use in saltwater applications, and although it does dissolve quickly, it does take longer to dissolve than Dichlor. Cal Hypo is not recommended for painted, vinyl, fiberglass and pebble tec interiors because it can possibly bleach the color of the surface. Depending on the calcium hardness and total dissolved solid levels in the water, adding Cal Hypo can cause some turbidity and clouding to the water.

Cal Hypo is white/gray in color, has a slight chlorine odor, and a a pH of 10.4-10.8 @ 77 °F (25 °C). Cal-Hypo is not stabilized as it does not contain any Cyanuric Acid (CYA).

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Wuhan AquaClear Technology Co., Ltd. is a major manufacturer and exporter of of Swimming Pool & Spa Chemicals (TCCA 90% (Trichloroisocyanuric acid) /Chlorine Tablets /Trichloro /Chlorine 90%, SDIC 56% and 60% (Sodium Dichloroisocyanurate) /NaDCC /Stabilised Chlorine, Calcium Hypochlorite 65% and 70% sodium process /Granular Chlorine /Pool Shock /HTH, Bromine (BCDMH) Tablets, Ph+, Ph-, Flocculent, Algaecide) here in China, our annual output is 75,000 MT, ranking NO.1 in China. AquaClear products has been sold to 90 countries(Thailand/Malaysia/Philipines/Singapore/Indonesia/Cambodia/Vietnam/Korea/Saudi Arabia/UAE/Turkey/Iraq/Madagascar/India/Bangladesh/Maldives/Sri Lanka/Togo/Senegal/Cote D'Ivoire/Nigeria/Tunisia/Morocco/Isreal/Palestine/Malta/Australia/Canada/Guatemala/Belize/Honduras/Venezuela/Ecuador/Argentina/Chile/Bolivia/Haiti/Dominican Republic/Russia/Guiena Republic/Tunisia/Egypt/Angola/Panama/Trinidad and Tobago/St Lucia/Costa Rica/Paraguay/Brasil ect.) and regions worldwide with good fame and reputation. Based on values of Honesty and Commitments, we are proud to serve our clients over 14 years. We always believe that your success will be our business.

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