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Manufacturing Engineering: May 2022

The May 2022 edition of Manufacturing Engineering is available as a digital magazine. Links to individual articles are below.

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Vecna Robotics’ Oxen Series Tugger, designed for long hauls and heavy payloads, autonomously picks up loaded carts.

AMRs Not Just New AGVs

May 18, 2022

Autonomous mobile robots are more than automated material handling.

By Ilene Wolff Contributing Editor, SME Media

MT Solar of Montana solved its low-volume, high-mix welding needs with a UR10e collaborative robot and Cobot Welding Tool from UR partner Vectis Automation.

In the Robotic Trenches

May 19, 2022

Tales from manufacturers who’ve implemented automation: Why they did it, what the results were—and advice to others considering a new droid.

By Kip Hanson Contributing Editor, SME Media

Small and medium-sized companies can get started in automation with an easy-to-learn, easy-to-teach collaborative robot that does simple machine tending. Proper training is essential.

When Work Cells Work for Machine Tools

May 20, 2022

Scope of work, automation, ROI and other matters of note. Or, how many widgets do you want to make—and how fast?

By Jim Lorincz Contributing Editor, SME Media

Being that the pallet automation business is “the heart” of Fastems, the Finnish company is at the forefront of emerging automation trends. The pandemic has hastened the addition of robots to load and unload parts into FMS setups.

Pushing the Envelope with Pallets and Robots

May 24, 2022

The range and requirements of flexible machining cells are increasing.

By Geoff Giordano Contributing Editor, SME Media

NanoFeed high-feed milling line features a 20o lead angle, high-feed single-blade design that utilizes pressed-in coolant channels to precisely deliver air or coolant to the cutting edge.

Whether Hogging or Finishing, End Mills Are Up to the Task

May 31, 2022

There’s a type, geometry and coating for virtually any application or material.

By Jim Lorincz Contributing Editor, SME Media

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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.
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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.

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.