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Manufacturing Engineering Magazine
April 2023
Manufacturing Engineering: April 2023
The April 2023 edition of Manufacturing Engineering is available as a digital magazine. Links to individual articles are below.
View Digital Magazine
Layering Up
March 16, 2023
Additive manufacturing builds a case for mainstream applications in 2023 and beyond.
By
Steve Plumb
Senior Editor,
SME Media
Additive Manufacturing & 3D Printing
PECM Eats Up Tough Metals
March 20, 2023
Less stress, greater reliability in medical manufacturing.
By
Ilene Wolff
Contributing Editor,
SME Media
Medical
Printing People Parts
March 22, 2023
Replacement knees, hips, and other joints are just the beginning for 3D printing.
By
Kip Hanson
Contributing Editor,
SME Media
Additive Manufacturing & 3D Printing
Medical
Thriving Through 'The Great Resignation'
March 24, 2023
A modern approach to hiring, onboarding, and retention is key to long-term success.
By
Ed Sinkora
Contributing Editor,
SME Media
Manufacturing Management
Shop Solutions
PRESS RELEASES
American Welding Society, NARSA/IDEA to Develop Welding Education
PRESS RELEASE: American Welding Society
December 5, 2025
The American Welding Society (AWS) is pleased to announce a new strategic partnership with NARSA/IDEA International Heat Transfer Association, the international trade association for the heat transfer and diesel emissions industries. This collaboration unites two organizations committed to elevating technical excellence, supporting workforce development, and delivering high-value training to professionals in the heavy-duty cooling, heat exchange, and diesel emissions sectors.
NEWS DESK
Trump Administration Rolls Back Fuel-Efficiency Standards
Cary Gitter
December 5, 2025
President Donald Trump announced Wednesday that the White House would be rolling back Biden-era fuel-efficiency standards for vehicles, USA Today reported.
AEROSPACE DEFENSE
Pratt & Whitney Secures $1.6-Billion Contract
Michael McConnell
December 5, 2025
Aerospace manufacturer Pratt & Whitney has been awarded a $1.6-billion U.S. government contract for work on F-135 jet engines. The engines are used in the three versions of the F-35 Lightning II fighters.
Up Front
PRESS RELEASES
American Welding Society, NARSA/IDEA to Develop Welding Education
PRESS RELEASE: American Welding Society
December 5, 2025
The American Welding Society (AWS) is pleased to announce a new strategic partnership with NARSA/IDEA International Heat Transfer Association, the international trade association for the heat transfer and diesel emissions industries. This collaboration unites two organizations committed to elevating technical excellence, supporting workforce development, and delivering high-value training to professionals in the heavy-duty cooling, heat exchange, and diesel emissions sectors.
NEWS DESK
Trump Administration Rolls Back Fuel-Efficiency Standards
Cary Gitter
December 5, 2025
President Donald Trump announced Wednesday that the White House would be rolling back Biden-era fuel-efficiency standards for vehicles, USA Today reported.
AEROSPACE DEFENSE
Pratt & Whitney Secures $1.6-Billion Contract
Michael McConnell
December 5, 2025
Aerospace manufacturer Pratt & Whitney has been awarded a $1.6-billion U.S. government contract for work on F-135 jet engines. The engines are used in the three versions of the F-35 Lightning II fighters.
SME Speaks
PRESS RELEASES
American Welding Society, NARSA/IDEA to Develop Welding Education
PRESS RELEASE: American Welding Society
December 5, 2025
The American Welding Society (AWS) is pleased to announce a new strategic partnership with NARSA/IDEA International Heat Transfer Association, the international trade association for the heat transfer and diesel emissions industries. This collaboration unites two organizations committed to elevating technical excellence, supporting workforce development, and delivering high-value training to professionals in the heavy-duty cooling, heat exchange, and diesel emissions sectors.
NEWS DESK
Trump Administration Rolls Back Fuel-Efficiency Standards
Cary Gitter
December 5, 2025
President Donald Trump announced Wednesday that the White House would be rolling back Biden-era fuel-efficiency standards for vehicles, USA Today reported.
AEROSPACE DEFENSE
Pratt & Whitney Secures $1.6-Billion Contract
Michael McConnell
December 5, 2025
Aerospace manufacturer Pratt & Whitney has been awarded a $1.6-billion U.S. government contract for work on F-135 jet engines. The engines are used in the three versions of the F-35 Lightning II fighters.
Advanced Manufacturing Now
PRESS RELEASES
American Welding Society, NARSA/IDEA to Develop Welding Education
PRESS RELEASE: American Welding Society
December 5, 2025
The American Welding Society (AWS) is pleased to announce a new strategic partnership with NARSA/IDEA International Heat Transfer Association, the international trade association for the heat transfer and diesel emissions industries. This collaboration unites two organizations committed to elevating technical excellence, supporting workforce development, and delivering high-value training to professionals in the heavy-duty cooling, heat exchange, and diesel emissions sectors.
NEWS DESK
Trump Administration Rolls Back Fuel-Efficiency Standards
Cary Gitter
December 5, 2025
President Donald Trump announced Wednesday that the White House would be rolling back Biden-era fuel-efficiency standards for vehicles, USA Today reported.
AEROSPACE DEFENSE
Pratt & Whitney Secures $1.6-Billion Contract
Michael McConnell
December 5, 2025
Aerospace manufacturer Pratt & Whitney has been awarded a $1.6-billion U.S. government contract for work on F-135 jet engines. The engines are used in the three versions of the F-35 Lightning II fighters.
Inclusive Insights
PRESS RELEASES
American Welding Society, NARSA/IDEA to Develop Welding Education
PRESS RELEASE: American Welding Society
December 5, 2025
The American Welding Society (AWS) is pleased to announce a new strategic partnership with NARSA/IDEA International Heat Transfer Association, the international trade association for the heat transfer and diesel emissions industries. This collaboration unites two organizations committed to elevating technical excellence, supporting workforce development, and delivering high-value training to professionals in the heavy-duty cooling, heat exchange, and diesel emissions sectors.
NEWS DESK
Trump Administration Rolls Back Fuel-Efficiency Standards
Cary Gitter
December 5, 2025
President Donald Trump announced Wednesday that the White House would be rolling back Biden-era fuel-efficiency standards for vehicles, USA Today reported.
AEROSPACE DEFENSE
Pratt & Whitney Secures $1.6-Billion Contract
Michael McConnell
December 5, 2025
Aerospace manufacturer Pratt & Whitney has been awarded a $1.6-billion U.S. government contract for work on F-135 jet engines. The engines are used in the three versions of the F-35 Lightning II fighters.
Workforce Lessons
PRESS RELEASES
American Welding Society, NARSA/IDEA to Develop Welding Education
PRESS RELEASE: American Welding Society
December 5, 2025
The American Welding Society (AWS) is pleased to announce a new strategic partnership with NARSA/IDEA International Heat Transfer Association, the international trade association for the heat transfer and diesel emissions industries. This collaboration unites two organizations committed to elevating technical excellence, supporting workforce development, and delivering high-value training to professionals in the heavy-duty cooling, heat exchange, and diesel emissions sectors.
NEWS DESK
Trump Administration Rolls Back Fuel-Efficiency Standards
Cary Gitter
December 5, 2025
President Donald Trump announced Wednesday that the White House would be rolling back Biden-era fuel-efficiency standards for vehicles, USA Today reported.
AEROSPACE DEFENSE
Pratt & Whitney Secures $1.6-Billion Contract
Michael McConnell
December 5, 2025
Aerospace manufacturer Pratt & Whitney has been awarded a $1.6-billion U.S. government contract for work on F-135 jet engines. The engines are used in the three versions of the F-35 Lightning II fighters.
Viewpoints
PRESS RELEASES
American Welding Society, NARSA/IDEA to Develop Welding Education
PRESS RELEASE: American Welding Society
December 5, 2025
The American Welding Society (AWS) is pleased to announce a new strategic partnership with NARSA/IDEA International Heat Transfer Association, the international trade association for the heat transfer and diesel emissions industries. This collaboration unites two organizations committed to elevating technical excellence, supporting workforce development, and delivering high-value training to professionals in the heavy-duty cooling, heat exchange, and diesel emissions sectors.
NEWS DESK
Trump Administration Rolls Back Fuel-Efficiency Standards
Cary Gitter
December 5, 2025
President Donald Trump announced Wednesday that the White House would be rolling back Biden-era fuel-efficiency standards for vehicles, USA Today reported.
AEROSPACE DEFENSE
Pratt & Whitney Secures $1.6-Billion Contract
Michael McConnell
December 5, 2025
Aerospace manufacturer Pratt & Whitney has been awarded a $1.6-billion U.S. government contract for work on F-135 jet engines. The engines are used in the three versions of the F-35 Lightning II fighters.