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Manufacturing Engineering & Technology Magazine
April 2021
Manufacturing Engineering: April 2021
The April 2021 edition of Manufacturing Engineering is available as a digital magazine. Links to individual articles are below.
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Growing AM Industry Shows its True Mettle in COVID-19 Pandemic
April 1, 2021
Over the past decade, additive manufacturing (AM), also known as 3D printing, has continued to grow and solidify its place within private industry, academia, and government.
By
Noah Mostow
Wohlers Associates, powered by ASTM International
By
Terry Wohlers
Head of Advisory Services and Market Intelligence,
Wohlers Associates
Additive Manufacturing & 3D Printing
Where is Aerospace AM Flying to Next?
March 16, 2021
If you’re following the additive manufacturing of aerospace components, you’re probably tired of hearing about printing fuel nozzles for GE’s LEAP engine, or sensor tubes for the GE 9X—two key metal applications.
By
Ed Sinkora
Contributing Editor,
SME Media
Additive Manufacturing & 3D Printing
The Electrical Heart of Manufacturing
March 18, 2021
The machines that make our world continue to advance. Six-axis CNC milling machines, seven-axis robots, collaborative robots, and smart presses are more powerful than ever, with micron- level accuracy.
By
Bruce Morey
Senior Technical Editor,
SME Media
Machining & Metal Cutting
If it Ain’t Broke, It May Need Fixing!
March 22, 2021
Some shops think routine machine tool maintenance is overrated. Bad idea. The big order’s running late. The lead programmer called in sick.
By
Kip Hanson
Contributing Editor,
SME Media
Machining & Metal Cutting
Intelligent Assembly Helps Auto Part Remanufacturer Compete
March 24, 2021
When an automotive starter needs to be replaced, it’s very likely that the most expensive components—the armature, commutator or gears—are still functional, or can be restored economically.
By
Joseph Neubauer
Application Engineer,
Promess Inc.
Assembly & Joining
Shop Solutions
PRESS RELEASES
Index Corp. Announces Director-Level Promotions
PRESS RELEASE: Index Corp.
January 21, 2026
Index Corp., a global leader in high-precision CNC turning technology, today announced the promotion of two long-standing leaders to director-level roles on its executive leadership team. The company has named Ross Kenyon as director of applications and Tyler Economan as director of sales, reinforcing its commitment to disciplined execution, technical excellence and long-term customer success as the organization continues to grow.
NEWS DESK
U.S. Cutting Tool Orders Up Year Over Year in November
Cary Gitter
January 21, 2026
Cutting-tool shipments reached $206.1 million in November 2025, according to the Cutting Tool Market Report compiled by AMT – The Association for Manufacturing Technology and the U.S. Cutting Tool Institute.
PRESS RELEASES
OMRON Introduces New Collaborative Robots, Software Upgrade
PRESS RELEASE: OMRON Robotics
January 21, 2026
OMRON Robotics and Safety Technologies has expanded its TM S Series collaborative robot portfolio with three new models and a major software update, supporting manufacturers facing labor shortages and increasing requirements for flexible, high-mix production. The TM30S, TM20S and TM6S extend the series’ payload and reach capabilities for applications such as palletizing, machine tending and precision handling.
Up Front
PRESS RELEASES
Index Corp. Announces Director-Level Promotions
PRESS RELEASE: Index Corp.
January 21, 2026
Index Corp., a global leader in high-precision CNC turning technology, today announced the promotion of two long-standing leaders to director-level roles on its executive leadership team. The company has named Ross Kenyon as director of applications and Tyler Economan as director of sales, reinforcing its commitment to disciplined execution, technical excellence and long-term customer success as the organization continues to grow.
NEWS DESK
U.S. Cutting Tool Orders Up Year Over Year in November
Cary Gitter
January 21, 2026
Cutting-tool shipments reached $206.1 million in November 2025, according to the Cutting Tool Market Report compiled by AMT – The Association for Manufacturing Technology and the U.S. Cutting Tool Institute.
PRESS RELEASES
OMRON Introduces New Collaborative Robots, Software Upgrade
PRESS RELEASE: OMRON Robotics
January 21, 2026
OMRON Robotics and Safety Technologies has expanded its TM S Series collaborative robot portfolio with three new models and a major software update, supporting manufacturers facing labor shortages and increasing requirements for flexible, high-mix production. The TM30S, TM20S and TM6S extend the series’ payload and reach capabilities for applications such as palletizing, machine tending and precision handling.
SME Speaks
PRESS RELEASES
Index Corp. Announces Director-Level Promotions
PRESS RELEASE: Index Corp.
January 21, 2026
Index Corp., a global leader in high-precision CNC turning technology, today announced the promotion of two long-standing leaders to director-level roles on its executive leadership team. The company has named Ross Kenyon as director of applications and Tyler Economan as director of sales, reinforcing its commitment to disciplined execution, technical excellence and long-term customer success as the organization continues to grow.
NEWS DESK
U.S. Cutting Tool Orders Up Year Over Year in November
Cary Gitter
January 21, 2026
Cutting-tool shipments reached $206.1 million in November 2025, according to the Cutting Tool Market Report compiled by AMT – The Association for Manufacturing Technology and the U.S. Cutting Tool Institute.
PRESS RELEASES
OMRON Introduces New Collaborative Robots, Software Upgrade
PRESS RELEASE: OMRON Robotics
January 21, 2026
OMRON Robotics and Safety Technologies has expanded its TM S Series collaborative robot portfolio with three new models and a major software update, supporting manufacturers facing labor shortages and increasing requirements for flexible, high-mix production. The TM30S, TM20S and TM6S extend the series’ payload and reach capabilities for applications such as palletizing, machine tending and precision handling.
Advanced Manufacturing Now
PRESS RELEASES
Index Corp. Announces Director-Level Promotions
PRESS RELEASE: Index Corp.
January 21, 2026
Index Corp., a global leader in high-precision CNC turning technology, today announced the promotion of two long-standing leaders to director-level roles on its executive leadership team. The company has named Ross Kenyon as director of applications and Tyler Economan as director of sales, reinforcing its commitment to disciplined execution, technical excellence and long-term customer success as the organization continues to grow.
NEWS DESK
U.S. Cutting Tool Orders Up Year Over Year in November
Cary Gitter
January 21, 2026
Cutting-tool shipments reached $206.1 million in November 2025, according to the Cutting Tool Market Report compiled by AMT – The Association for Manufacturing Technology and the U.S. Cutting Tool Institute.
PRESS RELEASES
OMRON Introduces New Collaborative Robots, Software Upgrade
PRESS RELEASE: OMRON Robotics
January 21, 2026
OMRON Robotics and Safety Technologies has expanded its TM S Series collaborative robot portfolio with three new models and a major software update, supporting manufacturers facing labor shortages and increasing requirements for flexible, high-mix production. The TM30S, TM20S and TM6S extend the series’ payload and reach capabilities for applications such as palletizing, machine tending and precision handling.
Software Update
PRESS RELEASES
Index Corp. Announces Director-Level Promotions
PRESS RELEASE: Index Corp.
January 21, 2026
Index Corp., a global leader in high-precision CNC turning technology, today announced the promotion of two long-standing leaders to director-level roles on its executive leadership team. The company has named Ross Kenyon as director of applications and Tyler Economan as director of sales, reinforcing its commitment to disciplined execution, technical excellence and long-term customer success as the organization continues to grow.
NEWS DESK
U.S. Cutting Tool Orders Up Year Over Year in November
Cary Gitter
January 21, 2026
Cutting-tool shipments reached $206.1 million in November 2025, according to the Cutting Tool Market Report compiled by AMT – The Association for Manufacturing Technology and the U.S. Cutting Tool Institute.
PRESS RELEASES
OMRON Introduces New Collaborative Robots, Software Upgrade
PRESS RELEASE: OMRON Robotics
January 21, 2026
OMRON Robotics and Safety Technologies has expanded its TM S Series collaborative robot portfolio with three new models and a major software update, supporting manufacturers facing labor shortages and increasing requirements for flexible, high-mix production. The TM30S, TM20S and TM6S extend the series’ payload and reach capabilities for applications such as palletizing, machine tending and precision handling.
Viewpoints
PRESS RELEASES
Index Corp. Announces Director-Level Promotions
PRESS RELEASE: Index Corp.
January 21, 2026
Index Corp., a global leader in high-precision CNC turning technology, today announced the promotion of two long-standing leaders to director-level roles on its executive leadership team. The company has named Ross Kenyon as director of applications and Tyler Economan as director of sales, reinforcing its commitment to disciplined execution, technical excellence and long-term customer success as the organization continues to grow.
NEWS DESK
U.S. Cutting Tool Orders Up Year Over Year in November
Cary Gitter
January 21, 2026
Cutting-tool shipments reached $206.1 million in November 2025, according to the Cutting Tool Market Report compiled by AMT – The Association for Manufacturing Technology and the U.S. Cutting Tool Institute.
PRESS RELEASES
OMRON Introduces New Collaborative Robots, Software Upgrade
PRESS RELEASE: OMRON Robotics
January 21, 2026
OMRON Robotics and Safety Technologies has expanded its TM S Series collaborative robot portfolio with three new models and a major software update, supporting manufacturers facing labor shortages and increasing requirements for flexible, high-mix production. The TM30S, TM20S and TM6S extend the series’ payload and reach capabilities for applications such as palletizing, machine tending and precision handling.