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Manufacturing Engineering Magazine
February 2019
Manufacturing Engineering: February 2019
The February 2019 edition of Manufacturing Engineering is available as a digital magazine. Links to individual articles are below.
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New Approaches to Making Parts for the Oil Patch
January 28, 2019
Rod Zimmerman of cutting tool manufacturer Iscar Metals lives in a pleasant green zone in a Fort Worth suburb. Yet within a half mile of his home, an oil company has sunk a vertical hole 7,500′ (2,286 m) deep, from which it has splayed nine lateral lines, each going about half a mile.
By
Ed Sinkora
Contributing Editor,
SME Media
Automation
Energy
Machining & Metal Cutting
Large-Part Machining Tests Horizontal Machine Tool Capabilities
January 29, 2019
Horizontal machining centers (HMCs) are versatile four-axis and, increasingly, five-axis machine platforms that maximize processing of multi-sided large parts by minimizing part handling.
By
Jim Lorincz
Contributing Editor,
SME Media
Aerospace & Defense
Automation
Energy
Swiss Machining Made Simpler
January 30, 2019
Swiss-style machine tools can be a good choice for making complex parts. On the downside, however, Swiss machining itself has a reputation of being complex—and, therefore, more difficult to master than standard machining.
By
ME Staff Report
Machining & Metal Cutting
Tooling & Workholding
Walk-Up Metrology Takes a Step Up
January 31, 2019
Suppliers of metrology equipment are working towards making measurements easier, allowing greater use throughout the manufacturing process.
By
Bruce Morey
Senior Technical Editor,
SME Media
Quality/Inspection/Test
Learn By Doing: Cal Poly Integrates Compact Waterjet into Engineering
February 4, 2019
California Polytechnic State University’s (Cal Poly) Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering (IME) Department is ensuring its students are prepared for the future of fabrication by integrating abrasive waterjet into its curriculum.
By
Joshua Swainston
Content Marketing Writer,
OMAX Corp.
Stamping, Forming & Fabricating
Welding & Cutting
Workforce Development
AM Is Changing The Factory Game
February 4, 2019
Additive manufacturing (AM) is being used to fabricate parts for applications as varied as aircraft and auto production, dental restoration, medical implants and more.
By
ME Staff Report
Additive Manufacturing & 3D Printing
Stamping, Forming & Fabricating
Shop Solutions
PRESS RELEASES
OMA and NIMS Launch Semiconductor Technician Credentials
PRESS RELEASE: National Institute for Metalworking Skills
December 12, 2025
The Ohio Manufacturers’ Association and the National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) today announced the launch of two new microcredentials for the semiconductor industry in 2026. Co-developed with Intel Corporation, Tosoh Corporation and Micron Technology Inc., the credentials target two critically demanded positions: equipment technicians and facility technicians, according to the organizations. Industry leaders identified the critical knowledge, skills and abilities in these two areas and worked with education providers to develop standards, performance measures and knowledge checks to design the two credentials.
PRESS RELEASES
Mastercam, DMG MORI Partner to Bundle Post Processors with Machine Tools
PRESS RELEASE: Mastercam
December 11, 2025
Mastercam and DMG MORI Technium USA today announced a partnership that will bring enhanced manufacturing efficiency to machine shops across the United States. Under this agreement, DMG MORI Technium will bundle Mastercam's industry-leading post processing software with select CNC machines, providing customers with an integrated solution that streamlines programming and accelerates time to production.
NEWS DESK
Lego Holiday Train Set Gets the 3D-Printing Treatment
Cary Gitter
December 11, 2025
All aboard for additive manufacturing: Lego Group’s new, 956-piece Icons Holiday Express Train set features the first-ever 3D-printed Lego piece, the company said.
Up Front
PRESS RELEASES
OMA and NIMS Launch Semiconductor Technician Credentials
PRESS RELEASE: National Institute for Metalworking Skills
December 12, 2025
The Ohio Manufacturers’ Association and the National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) today announced the launch of two new microcredentials for the semiconductor industry in 2026. Co-developed with Intel Corporation, Tosoh Corporation and Micron Technology Inc., the credentials target two critically demanded positions: equipment technicians and facility technicians, according to the organizations. Industry leaders identified the critical knowledge, skills and abilities in these two areas and worked with education providers to develop standards, performance measures and knowledge checks to design the two credentials.
PRESS RELEASES
Mastercam, DMG MORI Partner to Bundle Post Processors with Machine Tools
PRESS RELEASE: Mastercam
December 11, 2025
Mastercam and DMG MORI Technium USA today announced a partnership that will bring enhanced manufacturing efficiency to machine shops across the United States. Under this agreement, DMG MORI Technium will bundle Mastercam's industry-leading post processing software with select CNC machines, providing customers with an integrated solution that streamlines programming and accelerates time to production.
NEWS DESK
Lego Holiday Train Set Gets the 3D-Printing Treatment
Cary Gitter
December 11, 2025
All aboard for additive manufacturing: Lego Group’s new, 956-piece Icons Holiday Express Train set features the first-ever 3D-printed Lego piece, the company said.
Advanced Manufacturing Now
PRESS RELEASES
OMA and NIMS Launch Semiconductor Technician Credentials
PRESS RELEASE: National Institute for Metalworking Skills
December 12, 2025
The Ohio Manufacturers’ Association and the National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) today announced the launch of two new microcredentials for the semiconductor industry in 2026. Co-developed with Intel Corporation, Tosoh Corporation and Micron Technology Inc., the credentials target two critically demanded positions: equipment technicians and facility technicians, according to the organizations. Industry leaders identified the critical knowledge, skills and abilities in these two areas and worked with education providers to develop standards, performance measures and knowledge checks to design the two credentials.
PRESS RELEASES
Mastercam, DMG MORI Partner to Bundle Post Processors with Machine Tools
PRESS RELEASE: Mastercam
December 11, 2025
Mastercam and DMG MORI Technium USA today announced a partnership that will bring enhanced manufacturing efficiency to machine shops across the United States. Under this agreement, DMG MORI Technium will bundle Mastercam's industry-leading post processing software with select CNC machines, providing customers with an integrated solution that streamlines programming and accelerates time to production.
NEWS DESK
Lego Holiday Train Set Gets the 3D-Printing Treatment
Cary Gitter
December 11, 2025
All aboard for additive manufacturing: Lego Group’s new, 956-piece Icons Holiday Express Train set features the first-ever 3D-printed Lego piece, the company said.
Viewpoints
PRESS RELEASES
OMA and NIMS Launch Semiconductor Technician Credentials
PRESS RELEASE: National Institute for Metalworking Skills
December 12, 2025
The Ohio Manufacturers’ Association and the National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) today announced the launch of two new microcredentials for the semiconductor industry in 2026. Co-developed with Intel Corporation, Tosoh Corporation and Micron Technology Inc., the credentials target two critically demanded positions: equipment technicians and facility technicians, according to the organizations. Industry leaders identified the critical knowledge, skills and abilities in these two areas and worked with education providers to develop standards, performance measures and knowledge checks to design the two credentials.
PRESS RELEASES
Mastercam, DMG MORI Partner to Bundle Post Processors with Machine Tools
PRESS RELEASE: Mastercam
December 11, 2025
Mastercam and DMG MORI Technium USA today announced a partnership that will bring enhanced manufacturing efficiency to machine shops across the United States. Under this agreement, DMG MORI Technium will bundle Mastercam's industry-leading post processing software with select CNC machines, providing customers with an integrated solution that streamlines programming and accelerates time to production.
NEWS DESK
Lego Holiday Train Set Gets the 3D-Printing Treatment
Cary Gitter
December 11, 2025
All aboard for additive manufacturing: Lego Group’s new, 956-piece Icons Holiday Express Train set features the first-ever 3D-printed Lego piece, the company said.
SME Speaks
PRESS RELEASES
OMA and NIMS Launch Semiconductor Technician Credentials
PRESS RELEASE: National Institute for Metalworking Skills
December 12, 2025
The Ohio Manufacturers’ Association and the National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) today announced the launch of two new microcredentials for the semiconductor industry in 2026. Co-developed with Intel Corporation, Tosoh Corporation and Micron Technology Inc., the credentials target two critically demanded positions: equipment technicians and facility technicians, according to the organizations. Industry leaders identified the critical knowledge, skills and abilities in these two areas and worked with education providers to develop standards, performance measures and knowledge checks to design the two credentials.
PRESS RELEASES
Mastercam, DMG MORI Partner to Bundle Post Processors with Machine Tools
PRESS RELEASE: Mastercam
December 11, 2025
Mastercam and DMG MORI Technium USA today announced a partnership that will bring enhanced manufacturing efficiency to machine shops across the United States. Under this agreement, DMG MORI Technium will bundle Mastercam's industry-leading post processing software with select CNC machines, providing customers with an integrated solution that streamlines programming and accelerates time to production.
NEWS DESK
Lego Holiday Train Set Gets the 3D-Printing Treatment
Cary Gitter
December 11, 2025
All aboard for additive manufacturing: Lego Group’s new, 956-piece Icons Holiday Express Train set features the first-ever 3D-printed Lego piece, the company said.
Workforce Pipeline
PRESS RELEASES
OMA and NIMS Launch Semiconductor Technician Credentials
PRESS RELEASE: National Institute for Metalworking Skills
December 12, 2025
The Ohio Manufacturers’ Association and the National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) today announced the launch of two new microcredentials for the semiconductor industry in 2026. Co-developed with Intel Corporation, Tosoh Corporation and Micron Technology Inc., the credentials target two critically demanded positions: equipment technicians and facility technicians, according to the organizations. Industry leaders identified the critical knowledge, skills and abilities in these two areas and worked with education providers to develop standards, performance measures and knowledge checks to design the two credentials.
PRESS RELEASES
Mastercam, DMG MORI Partner to Bundle Post Processors with Machine Tools
PRESS RELEASE: Mastercam
December 11, 2025
Mastercam and DMG MORI Technium USA today announced a partnership that will bring enhanced manufacturing efficiency to machine shops across the United States. Under this agreement, DMG MORI Technium will bundle Mastercam's industry-leading post processing software with select CNC machines, providing customers with an integrated solution that streamlines programming and accelerates time to production.
NEWS DESK
Lego Holiday Train Set Gets the 3D-Printing Treatment
Cary Gitter
December 11, 2025
All aboard for additive manufacturing: Lego Group’s new, 956-piece Icons Holiday Express Train set features the first-ever 3D-printed Lego piece, the company said.
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