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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.
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.
Ilene Wolff
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.
Kip Hanson
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?
Jim Lorincz
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.
Geoff Giordano
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.
Jim Lorincz
By Jim Lorincz Contributing Editor, SME Media

Shop Solutions

  • PRESS RELEASES

    YBI’s Engine Tech Incubator Starts Landing Zone

    (PRESS RELEASE: America Makes) February 10, 2026
    YBI Engine Tech Incubator, in partnership with America Makes and the Youngstown Innovation Hub for Aerospace & Defense, has launched Landing Zone, a free 9-week virtual course designed to help manufacturing innovators enter the U.S. market.
  • AEROSPACE DEFENSE

    Lockheed to Spend $1 Billion on F-35 Availability

    Michael McConnell February 10, 2026
    Lockheed Martin said it will spend $1 billion to ensure its F-35s meet military readiness requirements, according to American Machinist.
  • PRESS RELEASES

    MCA Acquires TRUKD

    (PRESS RELEASE: Provided by MCA) February 10, 2026
    Manufacturing Corporation of America, a manufacturing-focused investment and operating company, today announced its acquisition of TRUKD, a premium U.S.-based truck bed rack manufacturer known for its modular, stainless-steel systems designed by and for outdoor enthusiasts and skilled tradespeople.

Up Front

  • PRESS RELEASES

    YBI’s Engine Tech Incubator Starts Landing Zone

    (PRESS RELEASE: America Makes) February 10, 2026
    YBI Engine Tech Incubator, in partnership with America Makes and the Youngstown Innovation Hub for Aerospace & Defense, has launched Landing Zone, a free 9-week virtual course designed to help manufacturing innovators enter the U.S. market.
  • AEROSPACE DEFENSE

    Lockheed to Spend $1 Billion on F-35 Availability

    Michael McConnell February 10, 2026
    Lockheed Martin said it will spend $1 billion to ensure its F-35s meet military readiness requirements, according to American Machinist.
  • PRESS RELEASES

    MCA Acquires TRUKD

    (PRESS RELEASE: Provided by MCA) February 10, 2026
    Manufacturing Corporation of America, a manufacturing-focused investment and operating company, today announced its acquisition of TRUKD, a premium U.S.-based truck bed rack manufacturer known for its modular, stainless-steel systems designed by and for outdoor enthusiasts and skilled tradespeople.

SME Speaks

  • PRESS RELEASES

    YBI’s Engine Tech Incubator Starts Landing Zone

    (PRESS RELEASE: America Makes) February 10, 2026
    YBI Engine Tech Incubator, in partnership with America Makes and the Youngstown Innovation Hub for Aerospace & Defense, has launched Landing Zone, a free 9-week virtual course designed to help manufacturing innovators enter the U.S. market.
  • AEROSPACE DEFENSE

    Lockheed to Spend $1 Billion on F-35 Availability

    Michael McConnell February 10, 2026
    Lockheed Martin said it will spend $1 billion to ensure its F-35s meet military readiness requirements, according to American Machinist.
  • PRESS RELEASES

    MCA Acquires TRUKD

    (PRESS RELEASE: Provided by MCA) February 10, 2026
    Manufacturing Corporation of America, a manufacturing-focused investment and operating company, today announced its acquisition of TRUKD, a premium U.S.-based truck bed rack manufacturer known for its modular, stainless-steel systems designed by and for outdoor enthusiasts and skilled tradespeople.

Advanced Manufacturing Now

  • PRESS RELEASES

    YBI’s Engine Tech Incubator Starts Landing Zone

    (PRESS RELEASE: America Makes) February 10, 2026
    YBI Engine Tech Incubator, in partnership with America Makes and the Youngstown Innovation Hub for Aerospace & Defense, has launched Landing Zone, a free 9-week virtual course designed to help manufacturing innovators enter the U.S. market.
  • AEROSPACE DEFENSE

    Lockheed to Spend $1 Billion on F-35 Availability

    Michael McConnell February 10, 2026
    Lockheed Martin said it will spend $1 billion to ensure its F-35s meet military readiness requirements, according to American Machinist.
  • PRESS RELEASES

    MCA Acquires TRUKD

    (PRESS RELEASE: Provided by MCA) February 10, 2026
    Manufacturing Corporation of America, a manufacturing-focused investment and operating company, today announced its acquisition of TRUKD, a premium U.S.-based truck bed rack manufacturer known for its modular, stainless-steel systems designed by and for outdoor enthusiasts and skilled tradespeople.

Voices AMplified

  • PRESS RELEASES

    YBI’s Engine Tech Incubator Starts Landing Zone

    (PRESS RELEASE: America Makes) February 10, 2026
    YBI Engine Tech Incubator, in partnership with America Makes and the Youngstown Innovation Hub for Aerospace & Defense, has launched Landing Zone, a free 9-week virtual course designed to help manufacturing innovators enter the U.S. market.
  • AEROSPACE DEFENSE

    Lockheed to Spend $1 Billion on F-35 Availability

    Michael McConnell February 10, 2026
    Lockheed Martin said it will spend $1 billion to ensure its F-35s meet military readiness requirements, according to American Machinist.
  • PRESS RELEASES

    MCA Acquires TRUKD

    (PRESS RELEASE: Provided by MCA) February 10, 2026
    Manufacturing Corporation of America, a manufacturing-focused investment and operating company, today announced its acquisition of TRUKD, a premium U.S.-based truck bed rack manufacturer known for its modular, stainless-steel systems designed by and for outdoor enthusiasts and skilled tradespeople.

News Desk

  • PRESS RELEASES

    YBI’s Engine Tech Incubator Starts Landing Zone

    (PRESS RELEASE: America Makes) February 10, 2026
    YBI Engine Tech Incubator, in partnership with America Makes and the Youngstown Innovation Hub for Aerospace & Defense, has launched Landing Zone, a free 9-week virtual course designed to help manufacturing innovators enter the U.S. market.
  • AEROSPACE DEFENSE

    Lockheed to Spend $1 Billion on F-35 Availability

    Michael McConnell February 10, 2026
    Lockheed Martin said it will spend $1 billion to ensure its F-35s meet military readiness requirements, according to American Machinist.
  • PRESS RELEASES

    MCA Acquires TRUKD

    (PRESS RELEASE: Provided by MCA) February 10, 2026
    Manufacturing Corporation of America, a manufacturing-focused investment and operating company, today announced its acquisition of TRUKD, a premium U.S.-based truck bed rack manufacturer known for its modular, stainless-steel systems designed by and for outdoor enthusiasts and skilled tradespeople.

Viewpoints

  • PRESS RELEASES

    YBI’s Engine Tech Incubator Starts Landing Zone

    (PRESS RELEASE: America Makes) February 10, 2026
    YBI Engine Tech Incubator, in partnership with America Makes and the Youngstown Innovation Hub for Aerospace & Defense, has launched Landing Zone, a free 9-week virtual course designed to help manufacturing innovators enter the U.S. market.
  • AEROSPACE DEFENSE

    Lockheed to Spend $1 Billion on F-35 Availability

    Michael McConnell February 10, 2026
    Lockheed Martin said it will spend $1 billion to ensure its F-35s meet military readiness requirements, according to American Machinist.
  • PRESS RELEASES

    MCA Acquires TRUKD

    (PRESS RELEASE: Provided by MCA) February 10, 2026
    Manufacturing Corporation of America, a manufacturing-focused investment and operating company, today announced its acquisition of TRUKD, a premium U.S.-based truck bed rack manufacturer known for its modular, stainless-steel systems designed by and for outdoor enthusiasts and skilled tradespeople.

Workforce Lessons

  • PRESS RELEASES

    YBI’s Engine Tech Incubator Starts Landing Zone

    (PRESS RELEASE: America Makes) February 10, 2026
    YBI Engine Tech Incubator, in partnership with America Makes and the Youngstown Innovation Hub for Aerospace & Defense, has launched Landing Zone, a free 9-week virtual course designed to help manufacturing innovators enter the U.S. market.
  • AEROSPACE DEFENSE

    Lockheed to Spend $1 Billion on F-35 Availability

    Michael McConnell February 10, 2026
    Lockheed Martin said it will spend $1 billion to ensure its F-35s meet military readiness requirements, according to American Machinist.
  • PRESS RELEASES

    MCA Acquires TRUKD

    (PRESS RELEASE: Provided by MCA) February 10, 2026
    Manufacturing Corporation of America, a manufacturing-focused investment and operating company, today announced its acquisition of TRUKD, a premium U.S.-based truck bed rack manufacturer known for its modular, stainless-steel systems designed by and for outdoor enthusiasts and skilled tradespeople.