New Guide to Automate Existing Machine Tools Available from Fastems October 6, 2021 Fastems has published “The CNC Automation Guide for Existing Machine Tools” to help manufacturers through a transition into using FMS.
Manufacturing Continues to Hum in September October 1, 2021 Manufacturing remained operating at strong levels in September while coping with significant challenges, the Institute for Supply Management said today.
Manufacturing Adds 26,000 Jobs in September October 8, 2021 U.S. manufacturing added 26,000 jobs in September, paced by fabricated metal products and machinery, according to a breakdown by industry issued today by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Machine Tool Orders Surge in August October 11, 2021 Machine tool orders surged in August on both a monthly and year-over-year basis, an indicator of the industry’s recovery from COVID-19.
Making Parts for Next-Gen Vehicles August 18, 2020 Tesla and the march to all-electric cars and trucks may get most of the press. But the reality is that most U.S. automakers need to tackle the twin challenges of building both new components unique to electric vehicles while also building internal combustion engines (ICEs) that are ever-more fuel efficient.
Intuitive Workflows Speed Product Development August 21, 2020 Manufacturing Engineering: What are some of the latest trends in simulation software for manufacturing? Uwe Schramm, CTO, solvers, optimization and multi-physics, Altair Engineering Inc., Troy, Mich.: I see three trends here. First, manufacturing sim
Auto Industry Gets Back Into Gear Following COVID-19 Shutdown August 17, 2020 The North American auto industry slammed on the brakes in March because of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). The sector already had been forecast to slow down in 2020, with lower light-vehicle demand. That turned into a sudden stop as the coronavirus spread.
AI Enters Inspections September 8, 2020 An Israeli company has developed new artificial intelligence technology that promises to dramatically change how original equipment manufacturers and their suppliers conduct quality control inspections.
Lapping the Competition September 4, 2020 The Don Schumacher Racing team tests the limits of machining to stay competitive.
A Playbook for Manufacturers Fighting COVID-19 August 26, 2020 When an unanticipated global crisis like the COVID-19 pandemic disrupts national economies in a domino-like effect, a rapid response is required to mitigate supply chain disruptions.