Manufacturing Engineering: June/July 2023

The June/July 2023 edition of Manufacturing Engineering is available as a digital magazine. Links to individual articles are below.

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Looking to automate a CNC lathe or machining center? Many of the necessary elements are shown in this image.

Big Data, Big Results

July 5, 2023

Hopefully, your manufacturing operations are like shooting fish in a barrel. But without robust machine monitoring and the IIoT, you’re more likely going to be shooting in the dark.

By Kip Hanson Contributing Editor, SME Media

A modern HMI frees the operator from needing any specialized CNC programming knowledge.

Simplifying the Daily Grind

July 7, 2023

Advanced software tools and data analytics are helping streamline grinding processes.

By Ed Sinkora Contributing Editor, SME Media

Although automated material handling as shown here is not part of a vertical integration strategy, its use does increase revenue and free up humans to work on more important activities, integration among them.

Controlling One's Destiny

July 10, 2023

Make, buy, or say “the heck with it” and go fishing? Attempting to “go vertical” presents many obstacles. Are you ready?

By Kip Hanson Contributing Editor, SME Media

Manufacturing Management

Tsugami America’s SS327-III-5AX 32 mm, B-Axis Sliding Headstock Swiss Type Lathe.

Unfolding Swiss Style Machines Advances

July 12, 2023

Improvements spur shops to take another look at Swiss technology.

By Bill Koenig Senior Editor, SME Media

Machining & Metal Cutting

ANCA works closely with customers to help them improve workcells and reduce waste. The new ANCA Integrated Manufacturing System provides a holistic solution to optimize cutting-tool production, streamlining manufacturing with connected tool production processes.

Modern Workcells Flex Greater Capabilities

July 13, 2023

More automation doesn’t mean fewer manufacturing jobs.

By Brad Marley Contributing Editor

Automation

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What 100 Years of Manufacturing Teaches Us About Navigating Disruption Today

Angela Wordell, Executive Vice President and Chief Operations and Supply Chain Officer at Graco July 17, 2026

America’s manufacturing history is a story of practical innovation—ideas born from how we can work or live better, often sparked by frustration or ongoing challenges.
MEDICAL
LightForce Appoints Erica Rogers CEO

PRESS RELEASE: Lightforce Orthodontics July 17, 2026

LightForce Orthodontics has appointed Erica Rogers as chief executive officer as the company enters its next phase of commercial growth.
MOTORIZED VEHICLE
New U.S.-Canada Bridge to Open July 27

Michael McConnell July 17, 2026

After almost eight years of construction, Detroit and Windsor, Ontario, will soon open a new bridge connecting the U.S. and Canada.

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What 100 Years of Manufacturing Teaches Us About Navigating Disruption Today

Angela Wordell, Executive Vice President and Chief Operations and Supply Chain Officer at Graco July 17, 2026

America’s manufacturing history is a story of practical innovation—ideas born from how we can work or live better, often sparked by frustration or ongoing challenges.
MEDICAL
LightForce Appoints Erica Rogers CEO

PRESS RELEASE: Lightforce Orthodontics July 17, 2026

LightForce Orthodontics has appointed Erica Rogers as chief executive officer as the company enters its next phase of commercial growth.
MOTORIZED VEHICLE
New U.S.-Canada Bridge to Open July 27

Michael McConnell July 17, 2026

After almost eight years of construction, Detroit and Windsor, Ontario, will soon open a new bridge connecting the U.S. and Canada.

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What 100 Years of Manufacturing Teaches Us About Navigating Disruption Today

Angela Wordell, Executive Vice President and Chief Operations and Supply Chain Officer at Graco July 17, 2026

America’s manufacturing history is a story of practical innovation—ideas born from how we can work or live better, often sparked by frustration or ongoing challenges.
MEDICAL
LightForce Appoints Erica Rogers CEO

PRESS RELEASE: Lightforce Orthodontics July 17, 2026

LightForce Orthodontics has appointed Erica Rogers as chief executive officer as the company enters its next phase of commercial growth.
MOTORIZED VEHICLE
New U.S.-Canada Bridge to Open July 27

Michael McConnell July 17, 2026

After almost eight years of construction, Detroit and Windsor, Ontario, will soon open a new bridge connecting the U.S. and Canada.

VIEWPOINTS
What 100 Years of Manufacturing Teaches Us About Navigating Disruption Today

Angela Wordell, Executive Vice President and Chief Operations and Supply Chain Officer at Graco July 17, 2026

America’s manufacturing history is a story of practical innovation—ideas born from how we can work or live better, often sparked by frustration or ongoing challenges.
MEDICAL
LightForce Appoints Erica Rogers CEO

PRESS RELEASE: Lightforce Orthodontics July 17, 2026

LightForce Orthodontics has appointed Erica Rogers as chief executive officer as the company enters its next phase of commercial growth.
MOTORIZED VEHICLE
New U.S.-Canada Bridge to Open July 27

Michael McConnell July 17, 2026

After almost eight years of construction, Detroit and Windsor, Ontario, will soon open a new bridge connecting the U.S. and Canada.

VIEWPOINTS
What 100 Years of Manufacturing Teaches Us About Navigating Disruption Today

Angela Wordell, Executive Vice President and Chief Operations and Supply Chain Officer at Graco July 17, 2026

America’s manufacturing history is a story of practical innovation—ideas born from how we can work or live better, often sparked by frustration or ongoing challenges.
MEDICAL
LightForce Appoints Erica Rogers CEO

PRESS RELEASE: Lightforce Orthodontics July 17, 2026

LightForce Orthodontics has appointed Erica Rogers as chief executive officer as the company enters its next phase of commercial growth.
MOTORIZED VEHICLE
New U.S.-Canada Bridge to Open July 27

Michael McConnell July 17, 2026

After almost eight years of construction, Detroit and Windsor, Ontario, will soon open a new bridge connecting the U.S. and Canada.

VIEWPOINTS
What 100 Years of Manufacturing Teaches Us About Navigating Disruption Today

Angela Wordell, Executive Vice President and Chief Operations and Supply Chain Officer at Graco July 17, 2026

America’s manufacturing history is a story of practical innovation—ideas born from how we can work or live better, often sparked by frustration or ongoing challenges.
MEDICAL
LightForce Appoints Erica Rogers CEO

PRESS RELEASE: Lightforce Orthodontics July 17, 2026

LightForce Orthodontics has appointed Erica Rogers as chief executive officer as the company enters its next phase of commercial growth.
MOTORIZED VEHICLE
New U.S.-Canada Bridge to Open July 27

Michael McConnell July 17, 2026

After almost eight years of construction, Detroit and Windsor, Ontario, will soon open a new bridge connecting the U.S. and Canada.

VIEWPOINTS
What 100 Years of Manufacturing Teaches Us About Navigating Disruption Today

Angela Wordell, Executive Vice President and Chief Operations and Supply Chain Officer at Graco July 17, 2026

America’s manufacturing history is a story of practical innovation—ideas born from how we can work or live better, often sparked by frustration or ongoing challenges.
MEDICAL
LightForce Appoints Erica Rogers CEO

PRESS RELEASE: Lightforce Orthodontics July 17, 2026

LightForce Orthodontics has appointed Erica Rogers as chief executive officer as the company enters its next phase of commercial growth.
MOTORIZED VEHICLE
New U.S.-Canada Bridge to Open July 27

Michael McConnell July 17, 2026

After almost eight years of construction, Detroit and Windsor, Ontario, will soon open a new bridge connecting the U.S. and Canada.

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