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Data-Driven Manufacturing 15 Jan 2019

Hexagon Forms Production Software Business

Vero Software, FASys and Spring Technologies will adopt Hexagon’s corporate identity.

14 Jan 2019

PMI Decelerates During Final Weeks of 2018

Multiple components report contracting values at the close of the year.

Metalworking Fluids 10 Jan 2019

Improving Process Efficiency with Metalworking Fluids

Using the right oils, coolants and lubricants can help a shop optimize machining processes, but there are many factors to weigh when choosing metalworking fluids.

8 Jan 2019

Methods Holds Ribbon Cutting at New Memphis Tech Center

Methods Machine Tools Inc. recently held a ribbon cutting ceremony to announce the opening of its new 7,000-sq.-ft. technology center in Memphis, Tennessee.

Workforce Development 7 Jan 2019

Three 15-Minute Activities for Succession Planning

Has your company begun the process of succession planning? If not, this article offers a starting point. If your company has started discussing the process, the article helps gauge your progress.

4 Jan 2019

VIDEO: Automotive Industry Update and Outlook

Gardner Intelligence's Chief Economist Michael Guckes discusses the impact that recent events such as the tariffs and rising interest rate are having on the automotive industry in this video.

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3 Jan 2019

Report Reviews Trends Impacting U.S. Manufacturing

Survey data shows the value American manufacturers place on ERP in managing the impact of tariffs. The research also shows that manufacturer optimism in the current administration’s regulation plans has declined.

Cutting Tools 2 Jan 2019

Sunnen Establishes Direct Sales Operations in Canada

Beginning January 1, all Canadian orders and service requests will be handled directly by Canadian sales representatives and technical personnel.

28 Dec 2018

Some Lessons Learned from Chris Koepfer

Chris Koepfer’s pending retirement has led me to reflect on how Chris has influenced my career with PM and the precision machined parts industry that he introduced me to.

Turning Machines 27 Dec 2018

What to Consider When Turning Exotic Materials

The properties that make exotic materials desirable for aerospace, energy and medical applications mean that machining them requires proper planning, equipment and strategies.

26 Dec 2018

Studer Sells 1,000th S31

Franz Studer AG recently sold its 1,000th S31 cylindrical grinding machine to Wuhan Hangda Aero Science & Technology Development Co., developer of high-precision components for the aviation industry in China.