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Manufacturing Engineering Magazine
August 2023
Manufacturing Engineering: August 2023
The August 2023 edition of Manufacturing Engineering is available as a digital magazine. Links to individual articles are below.
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Leading with Light
July 26, 2023
Revolutionizing Manufacturing: How Laser Pioneers and Automation Are Transforming the Industry
By
Kip Hanson
Contributing Editor,
SME Media
Alternative Machining
Automation
Lasers
Cleaning, Maintenance Key to Prolonging Life of Non-Ferrous Furnaces
July 31, 2023
Unlocking Foundry Efficiency: Master the art of clean, high-quality aluminum production. Learn how to extend furnace life and optimize your bottom line with these essential tips.
By
Ilene Wolff
Contributing Editor,
SME Media
Casting
Materials
Research & Development
Machine Tools for Toolmakers
August 7, 2023
American Toolmaking Reborn: Unleashing Precision and Productivity with Advanced Technology
By
Kip Hanson
Contributing Editor,
SME Media
Additive Manufacturing & 3D Printing
Alternative Machining
Automation
Modular Workholding Works Wonders
August 14, 2023
Despite inherent compromises, manufacturers target the “ideal” with modular solutions
By
Ed Sinkora
Contributing Editor,
SME Media
Alternative Machining
Product Design & Engineering
Research & Development
Shop Solutions
Manufacturing Management
Taking Quality & Throughput to the Woodshed with Advanced Software
July 31, 2023
Find out how USNR's Woodland shop achieved almost continuous spindle utilization with Fastems' Flexible Manufacturing System. Don't miss the secrets to predictive scheduling and future-proofing your manufacturing process.
By
USNR
- Contributed Article
Manufacturing Management
New Products
Smart Manufacturing
Alternative Machining
Going Big on 3D Fiber Laser: A Perfect Fit for Heavy-Gauge Metal Spinner
August 9, 2023
Going Big on 3D Fiber Laser: Glenn Metalcraft Boosts Efficiency and Capacity with Prima Power's Laser Next 2141
By
Glenn Metalcraft
- Contributed Article
Additive Manufacturing & 3D Printing
Alternative Machining
Expert Opinion
Up Front
Automation
Understanding A.I.’s Purpose and Potential
August 18, 2023
Elon Musk's xAI: From AI Skeptic to Enthusiast
By
Steve Plumb
- Senior Editor,
SME Media
Manufacturing Management
SME Speaks
SME Speaks
Effective Networking Strategies
July 26, 2023
Maximize Your Manufacturing Success: Mastering the Art of Networking for Career Advancement
By
Michael Scholl
- Editor, SME Membership Communications,
SME Member Since 2021
SME Speaks
Workforce Development
Advanced Manufacturing Now
Expert Opinion
5 Ways to Cut Reshoring Costs via Automation
July 28, 2023
Unleash the power of automation, reshoring, and nearshoring in manufacturing as industry pioneers optimize inventory, supercharge productivity, and stay agile in the face of market demands.
By
Louis Columbus
- Principal,
DELMIAWORKS
Automation
Expert Opinion
Manufacturing Management
Grinding & Deburring
Tips for Improved Surface Grinding
August 2, 2023
Unlock the secrets of improved surface grinding!
By
Arianna Smith
- Application Engineer III,
Norton | Saint-Gobain Abrasives
Alternative Machining
Grinding & Deburring
Training
Expert Opinion
Reverse Engineer Obsolete Parts with 3D Scanning
August 4, 2023
Resurrecting Lost Parts: 3D Scanning's Game-Changing Solution
By
Steven Kersen
- President,
NVision Inc.
Additive Manufacturing & 3D Printing
Expert Opinion
Product Design & Engineering
Welding & Cutting
Automating Welding Tech for Wind Farm Structures
August 7, 2023
Revolutionizing Wind Farm Construction: Advanced welding automation for green energy solutions
By
Michael Bell
- Director of Sales,
Pemamek North America
Energy
Product Design & Engineering
Research & Development
Software Update
Software
Developing Next-Gen EV Batteries with Advanced Simulation Tools
August 11, 2023
Revolutionizing EV Battery Development: Advanced Simulation Tools Unleash Next-Gen Performance and Cost Reductions
By
Steve Plumb
- Senior Editor,
SME Media
Additive Manufacturing & 3D Printing
Electronics Manufacturing
Motorized Vehicles
Viewpoints
Manufacturing Management
Taking BI Dashboards From Sexy to Reliable
August 18, 2023
Explore the critical role of data reliability in driving the success of industrial IoT, A.I., and operational technology, emphasizing the need for quality management in data infrastructure.
By
Bert Baeck
,
Timeseer.AI
Manufacturing Management
Materials
Research & Development
Motorized Vehicle Special Section
Charging Ahead!
July 28, 2023
Revitalized Auto Industry Surges Ahead Despite Challenges | Strong Sales, EV Boom, and Global Market Dynamics Unfold
By
Steve Plumb
- Senior Editor,
SME Media
Motorized Vehicles
Software
At Your Service: Carmakers Target Subscription-Based Features
August 2, 2023
Carmakers explore "functions as a service": will consumers embrace the change?
By
Mike Ramsey
- VP Analyst, Automotive and Smart Mobility,
Gartner Inc.
Motorized Vehicles
New Products
Software
Software
Optical Measurement Meets eMobility Challenges
August 4, 2023
Unleashing the Power of Optical Gauges in e-Mobility Manufacturing
By
Eduardo Bolivar
- Flexline Product Sales Specialist,
Marposs SpA
Measurement & Metrology
Motorized Vehicles
New Products
Expert Opinion
Auto Revolution
August 11, 2023
Explore the digital transformation of transportation, from EVs to smart manufacturing
By
Oleksandr Odukha
- Vice President, Delivery, Mobility,
Intellias Inc.
Electronics Manufacturing
Expert Opinion
Motorized Vehicles
Additive Manufacturing & 3D Printing
3D Printing is Off to the Races
August 9, 2023
Stratasys revolutionizes motorsports with high-performance 3D-printed parts for racing cars.
By
Steve Plumb
- Senior Editor,
SME Media
Additive Manufacturing & 3D Printing
Motorized Vehicles
New Products
Additive Manufacturing & 3D Printing
EV Battery Quality
August 16, 2023
The importance of robotics and vision
By
Juergen Dennig
- President,
Coherix
Additive Manufacturing & 3D Printing
Automation
Electronics Manufacturing
Automation
New Mega-Supplier Targets Green Solutions
August 18, 2023
The Faurecia-Hella merger has birthed Forvia, a forward-looking automotive powerhouse pioneering electrification, energy management, sustainable materials, and cutting-edge cockpit and lighting innovations.
By
Forvia and SME Staff
Electronics Manufacturing
Manufacturing Management
Motorized Vehicles