Smart Factory Institute

Looking back at last Thursday—huge shoutout to DENSO for an awesome tour of their Athens plant and a great look at advanced manufacturing in action! #Manufacturing #Industry40 #TNManufacturing

Registration is open for the Smart Factory Workforce Conference! Explore Industry 4.0, workforce trends & practical strategies. View agenda & sign up now: peakperformanceinc.com/smart-factory-…

Great convos and real takeaways at the Automation, Maintenance & Reliability Summit Huge thanks to Ricky Smith for leading the discussion on building a world class maintenance culture, and to FocustApps and Phoenix Contact for powerful breakout sessions.

UTC students are building a mini EV line inside our Smart Factory—with help from @DENSO_Robotics. Hands-on learning in action! #FutureOfWork

Industry 4.0 is moving fast—and manufacturers don’t have to navigate it alone. Learn how becoming a Smart Factory Institute technology partner in 2026 drives innovation, visibility, and real-world impact. Read more: peakperformanceinc.com/post/building-…

Maintenance & reliability leaders are under pressure to do more with less. Get to know our keynote speaker, Ricky Smith, and how his real-world approach is helping manufacturers reduce downtime and build reliable systems. Read more: peakperformanceinc.com/post/reliabili…

Join us at the Automation, Maintenance & Reliability Summit on Jan 29, 2026 (9 AM–1 PM) at the Smart Factory Institute in Cleveland, TN. Optional DENSO plant tour from 1–3 PM. Group discounts available. Register: peakperformanceinc.com/copy-of-automa…

Our new Smart Factory newsletter is out! From Christoph’s visit to insights from Dr. Womack and practical Industry 4.0 solutions from our tech partners, it’s been a big month — catch all 3 stories here: peakperformanceinc.com/blog

Our 11th Peak Performance Symposium was a success! Insight from Dr. Womack, Ed Taylor & our tech panel, plus amazing support from our sponsors, partners, the Chamber & SK Food Group. Grateful for this community. #Manufacturing

Big thanks to @MYMIX1041 & Omega Business Solutions for helping us celebrate #ManufacturingMonth! The Peak Performance Symposium is Nov 7! youtube.com/watch?v=4SF3x6…

Join us for a fireside chat with Dr. James Womack, co-founder of the Lean movement, and see highlights from Phoenix Contact’s PLCnext Workshop! #Lean #Automation peakperformanceinc.com/post/lean-lead… peakperformanceinc.com/post/empowerin…

Hands-on automation in action! Phoenix Contact hosted a 2-day PLCnext Workshop at the Smart Factory Institute. #SmartFactory #Automation

Want a behind-the-scenes look at SK Food Group’s brand-new facility? Join us at the 11th Annual Peak Performance Symposium for an exclusive tour — only 30 spots available! Register here: peakperformanceinc.com/copy-of-peak-p… #ManufacturingExcellence #SmartFactoryInstitute #LeanLeadership

Exciting news! Mr. James Womack will be our featured speaker at the 11th Annual Peak Performance Symposium. Afterward: Industry Appreciation Luncheon + optional SK Food Group plant tour. Get tickets: peakperformanceinc.com/copy-of-peak-p… #PeakPerformanceSymposium #SmartFactoryTN

Scenes from the Smart Solutions for Smart Factories Expo with @FANUCAmerica! 🤖 If you missed that Expo, @elliTek_Inc's Automation Expo is Oct. 16th. Register early & snag an exclusive Expo T-shirt 👕! (While supplies last.) eventbrite.com/e/elliteks-aut…

Yesterday we hosted the Smart Solutions for Smart Factories Expo and partnered with the @TNChamber for the Coolest Thing Made in Tennessee Luncheon! A great way to kick off #ManufacturingMonth Thanks to all our exhibitors & tech partners. #SmartFactoryTN #SmartSolutionsExpo

Registration is open! Join us for the 11th Annual Peak Performance Symposium, Industry Luncheon & SK Food tour : peakperformanceinc.com/copy-of-peak-p…

From new robot donations to workforce apprenticeships to national collaboration, Smart Factory Institute is driving innovation across manufacturing. Read more in our latest blogs: 1. peakperformanceinc.com/post/volkswage… 2. peakperformanceinc.com/post/investing… 3. peakperformanceinc.com/post/smart-fac…

Join us Oct 1 in Lebanon, TN for the Smart Solutions Expo (free to attend) & Manufacturing Excellence Luncheon. Secure your luncheon ticket now: tnchamber.chambermaster.com/events/details…

Our Business Development Rep Madison Lundy presented the Smart Factory at BNI—connecting manufacturers to innovation & workforce training!