Targeting the Skills Gap in Forming and Fabricating July 24, 2020 As in other industries, U.S. forming and fabricating companies are experiencing a critical shortage of skilled labor. In this SME Media podcast, Alan Rooks, Editor in Chief of Manufacturing Engineering magazine, talks with Robert Tessier, National Director of Advanced Fabrication Technologies for Airgas about the skills gap in the forming and fabricating industry; changes needed in the education system to fill the need for skilled labor; how automation factors into efforts to reduce the skills gap; and efforts at Airgas to develop workers for manufacturing operations, including a special program for military veterans.
Accurate Data Capture for Welding Process Reporting to the Military June 21, 2023 Laser scanning offers a controlled process that gives manufacturers the edge when vying for military contracts
4 Ways Connected Worker Tech Improves Data Flow June 23, 2023 Bridging the gap between cyber and physical manufacturing systems
Precision Metalforming Association Elects 2023 Chairman March 9, 2023 The Precision Metalforming Association (PMA) has elected Jeff Aznavorian, president of Plymouth, Mich.-based Clips & Clamps Industries, as its 2023 chairman of the board.
It's Time to Get Serious About Tool Balancing February 27, 2023 Balancing is no act, with tangible benefits for any size shop.
Driving Growth, Productivity, and Profitability April 11, 2023 Moving the needle on American manufacturing innovation
Mixing Vodka and AI Is 100 Proof Positive December 4, 2023 To help beta test its camera-based app suite, Pleora Technologies turned to Dairy Distillery, which is known for its uniquely shaped bottle and eye-catching labeling. The results are intoxicating.
The Impact of Data and Analytics on Sustainable Manufacturing June 20, 2023 Modern manufacturers extract insights from data to help set goals and track sustainability efforts
Zero-Emission Forklifts January 20, 2023 Lower operational costs, curb CO2 emissions, and create a better working environment
The Soup to Nuts of Dies and Molds February 24, 2023 Success with precision toolmaking requires the right CNC machinery, cutting tools, and manufacturing software.
