AM Poised to Transform Aviation MRO Industry October 22, 2021 Big things are happening in the aviation maintenance, repair and operations (MRO) market: the first industry-wide material allowables for metal additive manufacturing (AM) parts are anticipated to be released this autumn.
Innovative Thread Milling October 27, 2021 Materials that require threads to be milled rather than tapped are usually very complex alloys created for components or parts designed for long-term use.
Cybersecurity for the Factory Floor April 23, 2021 With cybercrime attacks reaching a crescendo, it’s imperative that manufacturers take action now
Industry 4.0 Implementation for Small and Medium-Sized Shops April 22, 2021 How job shops can gain insight into and improve their operations with scalable implementation of Industry 4.0 tools
Legal Insights for the Metals Industry April 15, 2021 Two attorneys explain why a strong sales contract is a necessity in the metals industry.
The Pros and Cons of Digital Machining April 22, 2021 While precision, part programs and productivity have improved markedly, the basic process is still the same.
U.S. Cutting Tool Orders Rise on Monthly Basis in February May 5, 2021 February 2021 U.S. cutting tool consumption totaled $149.5 million, according to the U.S. Cutting Tool Institute (USCTI) and AMT – The Association for Manufacturing Technology. This total, as reported by companies participating in the Cutting Tool Market Report collaboration, was up 3.3 percent from January's $144.8 million and down 17.1 percent when compared with the $180.3 million reported for February 2020.
25 leaders transforming manufacturing April 5, 2021 The need for leadership in smart manufacturing cannot be overstated: Making revolutionary changes can be arduous.
Young CEO takes up mantle of 'responsible manufacturing' April 6, 2021 A conversation between Contributing Editor Kip Hanson and CEO of EOS, Marie Langer.
Smart manufacturing takeaways from NASA’s latest trip to Mars March 31, 2021 NASA landed another rover on Mars in February, thanks in part to the work and leadership of Adam Steltzner. Smart Manufacturing interviewed him shortly thereafter—just as he got off the phone with U.S. President Joe Biden.