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Behemoth

A History of the Factory and the Making of the Modern World

by Joshua B. Freeman ...

Narrated by Stephen Bowlby ...

Unabridged

13 hours 44 min

A sweeping, global history of the rise of the factory and its effects on societyWe live in a factory-made world: modern life is built on three centuries of advances in factory production, efficiency, and technology. But giant factories have also fueled our fears about the future since their beginnings, when William Blake called them “dark Satanic mills.” Many factories that operated over the last ... Read more

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A sweeping, global history of the rise of the factory and its effects on societyWe live in a factory-made world: modern life is built on three centuries of advances in factory production, efficiency, and technology. But giant factories have also fueled our fears about the future since their beginnings, when William Blake called them “dark Satanic mills.” Many factories that operated over the last
... Read more
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Third-Party Inspection Guide: Fundamentals, TPI Interview Questions and Answers

by Sumitra Kumari ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Maxwell G ...

Unabridged

4 hours 54 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Are you looking to build a successful career in Third-Party Inspection (TPI)? Or do you want to enhance your knowledge of quality control, inspection procedures, and industry best practices? This third party inspectors book is your ultimate guide!What You'll Learn:The fundamentals of TPI, including inspection procedures, checklists, and documentation ... Read more

$9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Are you looking to build a successful career in Third-Party Inspection (TPI)? Or do you want to enhance your knowledge of quality control, inspection procedures, and industry best practices? This third party inspectors book is your ultimate guide!What You'll Learn:The fundamentals of TPI, including inspection procedures, checklists, and documentation
... Read more
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Dropshipping: Unleashing the Power of E-commerce and Dropshipping (The Ultimate Guide to Building an Ecommerce Business and Earning Passive Income)

by Brandon Williams ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Mike G ...

Unabridged

2 hours 51 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Have you been dreaming of a way to earn money online?Not just enough to say goodbye to your soul-sucking day job, but enough to start living the life you always dreamed of? Do you want to run your own business--live life on your terms--but lack the start up capital to even look into it? Good news. Dropshipping and online commerce has enabled people to ... Read more

$12.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Have you been dreaming of a way to earn money online?Not just enough to say goodbye to your soul-sucking day job, but enough to start living the life you always dreamed of? Do you want to run your own business--live life on your terms--but lack the start up capital to even look into it? Good news. Dropshipping and online commerce has enabled people to
... Read more
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How Not To Shop

A laugh-out-loud, feel-good romantic comedy

by Carmen Reid ...

Narrated by Julie Maisey ...

Series Audiobook 3 - The Annie Valentine Series
Unabridged

9 hours 14 min

An uplifting, laugh-out-loud novel from Top 100 bestselling author Carmen Reid️Every book in the Annie Valentine Series can be read as a standalone️Her passion is fashion... but she's on a budget!Personal shopper Annie Valentine is about to hit the big time: presenting a glamorous TV makeover series! This is it for Annie and her little family. No more scrimping and saving, finally all her hard ... Read more

$25.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

An uplifting, laugh-out-loud novel from Top 100 bestselling author Carmen Reid️Every book in the Annie Valentine Series can be read as a standalone️Her passion is fashion... but she's on a budget!Personal shopper Annie Valentine is about to hit the big time: presenting a glamorous TV makeover series! This is it for Annie and her little family. No more scrimping and saving, finally all her hard
... Read more
Audiobook

Umdenken as a Service - Die Zukunft des Maschinenbaus in Europa

by Dr. Thomas Schneider, Benedikt Braig, Jörg-Andre Junker ...

Narrated by Sophie Ronczka ...

Unabridged

2 hours 38 min

»Umdenken as a Service« beschreibt die Reise von drei Maschinenbauern, eine der erfolgreichsten Exportindustrien Europas völlig neu zu denken. Ihr Ziel: Kollaboration und Service statt des klassischen Verkaufs. Ihr Schlüssel: Systemgrenzen verschieben. Alles komplett aufbohren, zerlegen und neu zusammensetzen, lautet die Devise. Das Buch will eine Initialzündung sein – für Ihre eigene Reise zu ... Read more

$17.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

»Umdenken as a Service« beschreibt die Reise von drei Maschinenbauern, eine der erfolgreichsten Exportindustrien Europas völlig neu zu denken. Ihr Ziel: Kollaboration und Service statt des klassischen Verkaufs. Ihr Schlüssel: Systemgrenzen verschieben. Alles komplett aufbohren, zerlegen und neu zusammensetzen, lautet die Devise. Das Buch will eine Initialzündung sein – für Ihre eigene Reise zu
... Read more
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CNC Machine Mastery: From Fundamentals to Technical and CNC Job Interview Q&A

by Chetan Singh ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Parag G ...

Unabridged

6 hours 5 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice."CNC Machine Mastery: From Fundamentals to Technical and CNC Job Interview Q&A" is your essential guide to CNC technology. This CNC machining book covers the basics of CNC machines, including their history, types, and applications. Learn CNC programming techniques, from beginner to advanced, and acquire skills to edit and optimize programs. It also ... Read more

$8.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice."CNC Machine Mastery: From Fundamentals to Technical and CNC Job Interview Q&A" is your essential guide to CNC technology. This CNC machining book covers the basics of CNC machines, including their history, types, and applications. Learn CNC programming techniques, from beginner to advanced, and acquire skills to edit and optimize programs. It also
... Read more
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Toyota Production System Concepts

Understanding OEE in Lean Production

by Mohammed Hamed Ahmed Soliman ...

Unabridged

40 min

Overall equipment efficiency (OEE) shows how well a machine or equipment is performing by comparing the number of defect-free products or parts it makes to its maximum potential output. The OEE of a machine or process at 100 percent means that it is working at its highest possible capacity without any errors.There are three things that make up OEE: availability, performance, and quality. When the ... Read more

$8.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Overall equipment efficiency (OEE) shows how well a machine or equipment is performing by comparing the number of defect-free products or parts it makes to its maximum potential output. The OEE of a machine or process at 100 percent means that it is working at its highest possible capacity without any errors.There are three things that make up OEE: availability, performance, and quality. When the
... Read more
Audiobook

Manufacturing AI

Building the Data Foundation for the Next Industrial Revolution

by Ryan Andrew Hill ...

Narrated by Brian Arens ...

Unabridged

11 hours 1 min

Turn Manufacturing Data into a Scalable Competitive AdvantageFactories create massive amounts of data from IoT sensors, MES, SCADA, quality systems, supply chain, maintenance, and others. Yet most organizations can’t turn it into decisions fast enough. The result is reactive firefighting and AI pilots that stall.The Unified Manufacturing Data Architecture (UMDA) is a practical framework built for ... Read more

$24.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Turn Manufacturing Data into a Scalable Competitive AdvantageFactories create massive amounts of data from IoT sensors, MES, SCADA, quality systems, supply chain, maintenance, and others. Yet most organizations can’t turn it into decisions fast enough. The result is reactive firefighting and AI pilots that stall.The Unified Manufacturing Data Architecture (UMDA) is a practical framework built for
... Read more
Audiobook

Asset Operations

The Future of Maintenance, Reliability, and Operations

by Ryan Chan ...

Narrated by Ryan Chan ...

Unabridged

3 hours 41 min

In today’s world, the majority of asset-intensive organizations are still stuck with complex, rigid, and sometimes antiquated technology solutions that simply cannot step up to evolving challenges and an ever-changing market. Why do the world’s most important industries—ones that billions of people rely on for essential human needs—operate with approaches that run the risk of making them extremely ... Read more

$15.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

In today’s world, the majority of asset-intensive organizations are still stuck with complex, rigid, and sometimes antiquated technology solutions that simply cannot step up to evolving challenges and an ever-changing market. Why do the world’s most important industries—ones that billions of people rely on for essential human needs—operate with approaches that run the risk of making them extremely
... Read more
Audiobook

Additive Manufacturing Essentials

(OpenStax Audio Textbook)

by John E. Barnes, Timothy E. Simpson ...

Narrated by AI Voice ...

Series series OpenStax Audiobooks
Unabridged

8 hours 44 min

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. This is the official ⁠OpenStax Additive Manufacturing Essentials audiobook⁠, produced by ⁠Audileo⁠, a valued OpenStax Technology Partner.Additive Manufacturing Essentials is an introduction to the core principles, technologies, and methods in the field of additive manufacturing. Rooted in industry practice and innovation, the material presents examples ... Read more

$8.09 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. This is the official ⁠OpenStax Additive Manufacturing Essentials audiobook⁠, produced by ⁠Audileo⁠, a valued OpenStax Technology Partner.Additive Manufacturing Essentials is an introduction to the core principles, technologies, and methods in the field of additive manufacturing. Rooted in industry practice and innovation, the material presents examples
... Read more
Audiobook

Non Destructive Testing: NDT Technicians and Engineers Jobs Guide

by Chetan Singh ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Maxwell G ...

Unabridged

26 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Embark on a transformative journey with "Non Destructive Testing: NDT Technicians and Engineers Jobs Guide," a comprehensive handbook crafted by Chetan Singh, a seasoned QA QC Inspector with over 12 years of global NDT experience.Key Highlights:- Practical Insights: From the very basics to advanced techniques, each chapter unfolds practical insights on ... Read more

$8.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Embark on a transformative journey with "Non Destructive Testing: NDT Technicians and Engineers Jobs Guide," a comprehensive handbook crafted by Chetan Singh, a seasoned QA QC Inspector with over 12 years of global NDT experience.Key Highlights:- Practical Insights: From the very basics to advanced techniques, each chapter unfolds practical insights on
... Read more
Audiobook

La biblia de la Industria - Ingeniería, Métodos, Calidad y Estadística

by I. Laisequilla ...

Narrated by Voz Digital Lucía G ...

Unabridged

15 hours 16 min

Este audiolibro está narrado por una voz digital.Original de Taller del ingeLa biblia de la Industria representa una fusión magistral de cuatro obras fundamentales en el ámbito empresarial: "La biblia de la Ingeniería Industrial", "todo sobre Métodos Industriales", "todo sobre Calidad Industrial" y "todo sobre Lean Six Sigma". Al consolidar el conocimiento esencial de estas obras previas, este ... Read more

$29.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Este audiolibro está narrado por una voz digital.Original de Taller del ingeLa biblia de la Industria representa una fusión magistral de cuatro obras fundamentales en el ámbito empresarial: "La biblia de la Ingeniería Industrial", "todo sobre Métodos Industriales", "todo sobre Calidad Industrial" y "todo sobre Lean Six Sigma". Al consolidar el conocimiento esencial de estas obras previas, este
... Read more
Audiobook

Dropservicing: How to Become a Successful Entrepreneur WithDropservicing (The Ultimate Guide to Building a Successful Drop Servicing Business)

by Thomas Harlow ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Mike G ...

Unabridged

1 hour 17 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Dropservicing is a type of online business where you sell services instead of physical products.This means there is no need to worry about inventory, shipping, or any other hassles that come with selling physical goods. All you need to do is find businesses or individuals willing to pay for your services.This book will show you everything you need to ... Read more

$5.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Dropservicing is a type of online business where you sell services instead of physical products.This means there is no need to worry about inventory, shipping, or any other hassles that come with selling physical goods. All you need to do is find businesses or individuals willing to pay for your services.This book will show you everything you need to
... Read more
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Shed Couture

A Passion for Fashion

by Peta Mathias ...

Narrated by Peta Mathias ...

Unabridged

6 hours 10 min

'The point of this book is to explore my ideas for sartorial satisfaction, to tell the stories associated with my love of clothes and fashion, and to share the message of accidental sustainability.'When Peta Mathias dug through the clothes she had stored away for twenty years in her shed, she realised it was full of valuable, beautiful items that were crying out to be worn again:*'*Fashion is ... Read more

$15.99 USD

'The point of this book is to explore my ideas for sartorial satisfaction, to tell the stories associated with my love of clothes and fashion, and to share the message of accidental sustainability.'When Peta Mathias dug through the clothes she had stored away for twenty years in her shed, she realised it was full of valuable, beautiful items that were crying out to be worn again:*'*Fashion is
... Read more
Audiobook

The Personal Shopper

A laugh-out-loud romantic comedy from bestseller Carmen Reid

by Carmen Reid ...

Narrated by Julie Maisey ...

Series Audiobook 1 - The Annie Valentine Series
Unabridged

10 hours 46 min

A fun, feel-good read from Top 100 bestselling author Carmen Reid️Every book in the Annie Valentine Series can be read as a standalone️There's just one accessory Annie Valentine can't find...the perfect man!Meet Annie Valentine: stylish, savvy, multi-tasker extraordinaire. As a personal shopper in a swanky London store, Annie can be relied on to solve everyone's problems . . . except her own ... Read more

$25.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

A fun, feel-good read from Top 100 bestselling author Carmen Reid️Every book in the Annie Valentine Series can be read as a standalone️There's just one accessory Annie Valentine can't find...the perfect man!Meet Annie Valentine: stylish, savvy, multi-tasker extraordinaire. As a personal shopper in a swanky London store, Annie can be relied on to solve everyone's problems . . . except her own
... Read more
Audiobook

Welding for Beginners in Fabrication

The Essentials of the Welding Craft

by Roger Scates ...

Narrated by Derek Newman ...

Unabridged

1 hour 6 min

Discover the essentials for every welding beginner. Start mastering the welding craft the right way!Learning such a complex craft can be difficult and even intimidating at first. The information can be overwhelming and the options may seem endless and confusing. So much so that it’s hard to find the right place to start. That is why having a solid foundation of knowledge can drastically reduce the ... Read more

$6.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Discover the essentials for every welding beginner. Start mastering the welding craft the right way!Learning such a complex craft can be difficult and even intimidating at first. The information can be overwhelming and the options may seem endless and confusing. So much so that it’s hard to find the right place to start. That is why having a solid foundation of knowledge can drastically reduce the
... Read more
Audiobook

The Seven Deadly Wastes and How to Remove Them from Your Business

The Heart of the Toyota Production System

by Mohammed Hamed Ahmed Soliman ...

Unabridged

1 hour 16 min

This book discusses the seven deadly wastes (muda) in the value stream process. It presents the cost of each waste, its effect on the process, and how it can be eliminated to increase profitability. Waste removal increases the profitability of any business. Processes are classified into value added and waste. The seven deadly wastes that could exist in any manufacturing process originated in Japan ... Read more

$15.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This book discusses the seven deadly wastes (muda) in the value stream process. It presents the cost of each waste, its effect on the process, and how it can be eliminated to increase profitability. Waste removal increases the profitability of any business. Processes are classified into value added and waste. The seven deadly wastes that could exist in any manufacturing process originated in Japan
... Read more
Audiobook

Grinding Overview: Machinist Grinder Interview Questions and Answers

by Sumitra Kumari ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Madison G ...

Unabridged

7 hours 27 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Dive into the world of precision grinding with "Grinding Overview: Machinist Grinder Interview Questions and Answers." This easy-to-follow guide is your go-to resource for understanding the essentials of machining. Whether you're a beginner looking to grasp the basics, this book is designed for you.Inside, discover:- Grinding Basics: Explore the core ... Read more

$7.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Dive into the world of precision grinding with "Grinding Overview: Machinist Grinder Interview Questions and Answers." This easy-to-follow guide is your go-to resource for understanding the essentials of machining. Whether you're a beginner looking to grasp the basics, this book is designed for you.Inside, discover:- Grinding Basics: Explore the core
... Read more
Audiobook

The Revenge of Analog

Real Things and Why They Matter

by David Sax ...

Narrated by David Sax ...

Unabridged

9 hours 17 min

One of Michiko Kakutani's (New York Times) top ten books of 2016A funny thing happened on the way to the digital utopia. We've begun to fall back in love with the very analog goods and ideas the tech gurus insisted that we no longer needed. Businesses that once looked outdated, from film photography to brick-and-mortar retail, are now springing with new life. Notebooks, records, and stationery ... Read more

$27.99 USD

One of Michiko Kakutani's (New York Times) top ten books of 2016A funny thing happened on the way to the digital utopia. We've begun to fall back in love with the very analog goods and ideas the tech gurus insisted that we no longer needed. Businesses that once looked outdated, from film photography to brick-and-mortar retail, are now springing with new life. Notebooks, records, and stationery
... Read more
Audiobook

Takt Time

A Guide to the Very Basic Lean Calculation

by Mohammed Hamed Ahmed Soliman ...

Unabridged

1 hour 16 min

Takt time is calculated as the amount of manufacturing time that is available divided by the volume of orders. In the 1930s, the German aviation industry employed Takt for the first time as a production management tool. The idea was widely used within Toyota in the 1950s, and by the late 1960s, it had been adopted by the majority of the Toyota supplier base. Every month, Toyota assesses the takt ... Read more

$18.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Takt time is calculated as the amount of manufacturing time that is available divided by the volume of orders. In the 1930s, the German aviation industry employed Takt for the first time as a production management tool. The idea was widely used within Toyota in the 1950s, and by the late 1960s, it had been adopted by the majority of the Toyota supplier base. Every month, Toyota assesses the takt
... Read more
Audiobook

La biblia del Ingeniero Industrial - Ingeniería y Métodos

by I. Laisequilla ...

Narrated by Voz Digital Lucía G ...

Series Audiobook 1 - Las biblias del Ingeniero Industrial
Unabridged

6 hours 22 min

Este audiolibro está narrado por una voz digital.Original de Taller del ingeLa biblia del Ingeniero Industrial – Ingeniería y Métodos representa la brillante unión de dos obras fundamentales en el ámbito empresarial: "La biblia de la Ingeniería Industrial" y "todo sobre Métodos Industriales". Al consolidar el conocimiento esencial de estos libros previos, esta obra compuesta ofrece una visión ... Read more

$19.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Este audiolibro está narrado por una voz digital.Original de Taller del ingeLa biblia del Ingeniero Industrial – Ingeniería y Métodos representa la brillante unión de dos obras fundamentales en el ámbito empresarial: "La biblia de la Ingeniería Industrial" y "todo sobre Métodos Industriales". Al consolidar el conocimiento esencial de estos libros previos, esta obra compuesta ofrece una visión
... Read more
Audiobook

AI in Manufacturing: The Future Information Revolution

by Dizzy Davidson ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Alistair G ...

Series Audiobook 6 - Artificial Intelligence AI Revolution
Unabridged

1 hour 29 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Struggling to fully understand the impact of AI on manufacturing? Wondering how AI can revolutionize predictive maintenance, quality control, and supply chain optimization? Look no further!"AI in Manufacturing" is your definitive guide to navigating the complexities of AI in the manufacturing sector. This book provides clear, actionable insights into ... Read more

$5.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Struggling to fully understand the impact of AI on manufacturing? Wondering how AI can revolutionize predictive maintenance, quality control, and supply chain optimization? Look no further!"AI in Manufacturing" is your definitive guide to navigating the complexities of AI in the manufacturing sector. This book provides clear, actionable insights into
... Read more
Audiobook

Boring Bedtime Stories for Sleep 2 Books in 1

Predictions, Paperclips, and the Future

by Sleeptime Publications ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Mary G ...

Series Audiobook 15 - Boring Bedtime Stories
Unabridged

11 hours 21 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Two delightfully dull audiobooks in one bundle—because nothing says “bedtime” like bent wire and AI musings about tomorrow.Explore the riveting history of the paperclip and AI’s vision for the future, all in a steady, sleep-inducing tone. Perfect for insomniacs, overthinkers, or anyone searching for the perfect mix of mild fascination and deep monotony ... Read more

$19.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Two delightfully dull audiobooks in one bundle—because nothing says “bedtime” like bent wire and AI musings about tomorrow.Explore the riveting history of the paperclip and AI’s vision for the future, all in a steady, sleep-inducing tone. Perfect for insomniacs, overthinkers, or anyone searching for the perfect mix of mild fascination and deep monotony
... Read more
Audiobook

Toyota Production System Concepts

What Andon Truly is in Lean Manufacturing?

by Mohammed Hamed Ahmed Soliman ...

Unabridged

9 min

Andon is a system that alerts people to problems before they happen, in order to make the process more efficient and prevent issues. In manufacturing, an andon is a system that tells managers, maintenance workers, and other employees about a problem with quality or the manufacturing process. But is this all that Andon being?Andon is a system that alerts people to problems before they happen, in ... Read more

$5.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Andon is a system that alerts people to problems before they happen, in order to make the process more efficient and prevent issues. In manufacturing, an andon is a system that tells managers, maintenance workers, and other employees about a problem with quality or the manufacturing process. But is this all that Andon being?Andon is a system that alerts people to problems before they happen, in
... Read more

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