Laser Scanners Demand Attention as Technology Improves October 7, 2019 Metrology-grade laser scanners are expanding their range of applications. New users are finding the main attractions of laser scanners—speed and ease of use. What prevented more widespread use in the past were laser scanners’ perceived tradeoffs. Using one usually meant sacrificing accuracy or working with noisy data.
Murata Machinery USA Highlights New Technology at Showcase Event October 16, 2019 In a broad-ranging display of high-precision manufacturing proficiencies, Murata Machinery USA demonstrated its turning, fiber laser, punch press and automated storage technologies Sept. 18-20 at its biennial North American technology showcase.
New System Improves Fiber Laser Welding of Aerospace and Defense Assemblies October 30, 2019 Fiber laser welding is all about control of the process, according to Kurt Magedanz, laser process engineer at Ace Precision Machining Corp., Oconomowoc, Wis. With its new Laserdyne 430 systems, Ace Precision has made huge strides with weld quality while reducing operator intervention in the process.
Methods Machine Tools Announces Partnership with OKK October 22, 2019 Methods Machine Tools Inc., a supplier of precision machine tools and automation, has announced that effective October 1, 2019 it is representing OKK Corp. in North America. OKK is a builder of horizontal, vertical, and five-axis machine tools.
Ways to get ready to take part in evolving ecosystems October 16, 2019 I experienced the end of the Third Industrial Revolution as I began my career in manufacturing. Closed government and private networks gave way to an open network called the Internet.
Gateway Technical College Celebrates Expansion of Tech Center October 24, 2019 A national model for advanced manufacturing. A place where programs and artificial intelligence systems meet. A facility where students can gain leading-edge Industry 4.0 skills. A place where today’s manufacturers can find workers with the skills to help their businesses grow.
FABTECH Brings Innovation and Technology Solutions to Chicago October 14, 2019 FABTECH, North America’s largest metal forming, fabricating, welding and finishing event, will be at the McCormick Place in Chicago from November 11-14, 2019. FABTECH provides a convenient ‘one stop shop’ venue.
RAPID + TCT 2022: North America's Largest and Most Influential Additive Manufacturing Event Author: SME Communications March 8, 2022 May 17-19 marks the reconvening of the additive manufacturing (AM) industry’s most innovative community as RAPID + TCT returns this year to Huntington Place in Detroit.
SME’s Additive Manufacturing Industry Awards Celebrate Innovation, Skill and Leadership Author: SME Communications May 17, 2022 SME, the professional association committed to advancing manufacturing and developing a skilled workforce, announced the winners of its Additive Manufacturing Industry Awards.
HOUSTEX Brings the Latest Manufacturing Technologies and Disruptions Back to Houston Author: SME Communications February 5, 2019 HOUSTEX, the Southwest’s leading manufacturing trade show, once again returns to Houston, Feb. 26-28, at the George R. Brown Convention Center.