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Manufacturing Engineering & Technology Magazine
July 2019
Manufacturing Engineering: July 2019
The July 2019 edition of Manufacturing Engineering is available as a digital magazine. Links to individual articles are below.
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Meeting Moldmaking Challenges
June 26, 2019
Of all the different manufacturing disciplines, plastic injection moldmaking is perhaps the most challenging. Part accuracies are best measured in microns. Surface finishes often approach optical levels.
By
Kip Hanson
Contributing Editor,
SME Media
New Technology Powers Performance at U.S. Mold Shops
June 26, 2019
There’s growing evidence that some of the moldmaking business that fled the U.S. chasing cheaper sources offshore is returning. Moldmakers are not finding enough of a favorable cost differential to offset poor mold performance and the need for rework of faulty molds.
By
Jim Lorincz
Contributing Editor,
SME Media
Lasers
Tooling & Workholding
Shop ERP Software Boosts Efficiency
June 26, 2019
Speeding the flow of jobs through the shop, while maintaining top quality, ranks among the hallmarks of any successful manufacturing operation’s goals.
By
Patrick Waurzyniak
Contributing Editor,
SME Media
Controls
Measurement & Metrology
Quality/Inspection/Test
Tool Presetters Take On Industry 4.0
June 28, 2019
For machine shops in a competitive global marketplace, keeping spindles running and making product is the only way to stay in business. Still, adding a new piece of equipment, even with the promise of improving the efficiency of your existing ones, may be a difficult sell to management.
By
Bruce Morey
Senior Technical Editor,
SME Media
Smart Manufacturing
Tooling & Workholding
Shop Solutions
MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING
An In-Depth Look at Manufacturing USA
Amy Bryson
June 16, 2026
Manufacturing USA was created in 2014 to secure U.S. global leadership in advanced manufacturing by connecting people, ideas and technology. Manufacturing USA institutes convene business competitors, academic institutions and other stakeholders to test applications of new technology, create new products, and reduce cost and risk.
EVENTS
Revitalizing America’s Energy Resources
Steve Plumb
June 16, 2026
The United States needs to take a comprehensive approach to meet rapidly growing demand for energy while enhancing national security, Christopher Saldaña told attendees on Monday during his keynote presentation at the North American Research Conference (NAMRC) on the campus of Pennsylvania State University in State College, Pa.
AEROSPACE DEFENSE
Texas Lockheed Martin Workers Approve Contract
Michael McConnell
June 16, 2026
Lockheed Martin workers in Fort Worth, Texas, who build the F-35 fighter jet, will get a pay hike and see the end of mandatory overtime under terms of a new contract.
Up Front
MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING
An In-Depth Look at Manufacturing USA
Amy Bryson
June 16, 2026
Manufacturing USA was created in 2014 to secure U.S. global leadership in advanced manufacturing by connecting people, ideas and technology. Manufacturing USA institutes convene business competitors, academic institutions and other stakeholders to test applications of new technology, create new products, and reduce cost and risk.
EVENTS
Revitalizing America’s Energy Resources
Steve Plumb
June 16, 2026
The United States needs to take a comprehensive approach to meet rapidly growing demand for energy while enhancing national security, Christopher Saldaña told attendees on Monday during his keynote presentation at the North American Research Conference (NAMRC) on the campus of Pennsylvania State University in State College, Pa.
AEROSPACE DEFENSE
Texas Lockheed Martin Workers Approve Contract
Michael McConnell
June 16, 2026
Lockheed Martin workers in Fort Worth, Texas, who build the F-35 fighter jet, will get a pay hike and see the end of mandatory overtime under terms of a new contract.
Advanced Manufacturing Now
MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING
An In-Depth Look at Manufacturing USA
Amy Bryson
June 16, 2026
Manufacturing USA was created in 2014 to secure U.S. global leadership in advanced manufacturing by connecting people, ideas and technology. Manufacturing USA institutes convene business competitors, academic institutions and other stakeholders to test applications of new technology, create new products, and reduce cost and risk.
EVENTS
Revitalizing America’s Energy Resources
Steve Plumb
June 16, 2026
The United States needs to take a comprehensive approach to meet rapidly growing demand for energy while enhancing national security, Christopher Saldaña told attendees on Monday during his keynote presentation at the North American Research Conference (NAMRC) on the campus of Pennsylvania State University in State College, Pa.
AEROSPACE DEFENSE
Texas Lockheed Martin Workers Approve Contract
Michael McConnell
June 16, 2026
Lockheed Martin workers in Fort Worth, Texas, who build the F-35 fighter jet, will get a pay hike and see the end of mandatory overtime under terms of a new contract.
SME Speaks
MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING
An In-Depth Look at Manufacturing USA
Amy Bryson
June 16, 2026
Manufacturing USA was created in 2014 to secure U.S. global leadership in advanced manufacturing by connecting people, ideas and technology. Manufacturing USA institutes convene business competitors, academic institutions and other stakeholders to test applications of new technology, create new products, and reduce cost and risk.
EVENTS
Revitalizing America’s Energy Resources
Steve Plumb
June 16, 2026
The United States needs to take a comprehensive approach to meet rapidly growing demand for energy while enhancing national security, Christopher Saldaña told attendees on Monday during his keynote presentation at the North American Research Conference (NAMRC) on the campus of Pennsylvania State University in State College, Pa.
AEROSPACE DEFENSE
Texas Lockheed Martin Workers Approve Contract
Michael McConnell
June 16, 2026
Lockheed Martin workers in Fort Worth, Texas, who build the F-35 fighter jet, will get a pay hike and see the end of mandatory overtime under terms of a new contract.
Software Update
MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING
An In-Depth Look at Manufacturing USA
Amy Bryson
June 16, 2026
Manufacturing USA was created in 2014 to secure U.S. global leadership in advanced manufacturing by connecting people, ideas and technology. Manufacturing USA institutes convene business competitors, academic institutions and other stakeholders to test applications of new technology, create new products, and reduce cost and risk.
EVENTS
Revitalizing America’s Energy Resources
Steve Plumb
June 16, 2026
The United States needs to take a comprehensive approach to meet rapidly growing demand for energy while enhancing national security, Christopher Saldaña told attendees on Monday during his keynote presentation at the North American Research Conference (NAMRC) on the campus of Pennsylvania State University in State College, Pa.
AEROSPACE DEFENSE
Texas Lockheed Martin Workers Approve Contract
Michael McConnell
June 16, 2026
Lockheed Martin workers in Fort Worth, Texas, who build the F-35 fighter jet, will get a pay hike and see the end of mandatory overtime under terms of a new contract.
Workforce Pipeline
MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING
An In-Depth Look at Manufacturing USA
Amy Bryson
June 16, 2026
Manufacturing USA was created in 2014 to secure U.S. global leadership in advanced manufacturing by connecting people, ideas and technology. Manufacturing USA institutes convene business competitors, academic institutions and other stakeholders to test applications of new technology, create new products, and reduce cost and risk.
EVENTS
Revitalizing America’s Energy Resources
Steve Plumb
June 16, 2026
The United States needs to take a comprehensive approach to meet rapidly growing demand for energy while enhancing national security, Christopher Saldaña told attendees on Monday during his keynote presentation at the North American Research Conference (NAMRC) on the campus of Pennsylvania State University in State College, Pa.
AEROSPACE DEFENSE
Texas Lockheed Martin Workers Approve Contract
Michael McConnell
June 16, 2026
Lockheed Martin workers in Fort Worth, Texas, who build the F-35 fighter jet, will get a pay hike and see the end of mandatory overtime under terms of a new contract.
Viewpoints
MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING
An In-Depth Look at Manufacturing USA
Amy Bryson
June 16, 2026
Manufacturing USA was created in 2014 to secure U.S. global leadership in advanced manufacturing by connecting people, ideas and technology. Manufacturing USA institutes convene business competitors, academic institutions and other stakeholders to test applications of new technology, create new products, and reduce cost and risk.
EVENTS
Revitalizing America’s Energy Resources
Steve Plumb
June 16, 2026
The United States needs to take a comprehensive approach to meet rapidly growing demand for energy while enhancing national security, Christopher Saldaña told attendees on Monday during his keynote presentation at the North American Research Conference (NAMRC) on the campus of Pennsylvania State University in State College, Pa.
AEROSPACE DEFENSE
Texas Lockheed Martin Workers Approve Contract
Michael McConnell
June 16, 2026
Lockheed Martin workers in Fort Worth, Texas, who build the F-35 fighter jet, will get a pay hike and see the end of mandatory overtime under terms of a new contract.
Medical Special Section
MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING
An In-Depth Look at Manufacturing USA
Amy Bryson
June 16, 2026
Manufacturing USA was created in 2014 to secure U.S. global leadership in advanced manufacturing by connecting people, ideas and technology. Manufacturing USA institutes convene business competitors, academic institutions and other stakeholders to test applications of new technology, create new products, and reduce cost and risk.
EVENTS
Revitalizing America’s Energy Resources
Steve Plumb
June 16, 2026
The United States needs to take a comprehensive approach to meet rapidly growing demand for energy while enhancing national security, Christopher Saldaña told attendees on Monday during his keynote presentation at the North American Research Conference (NAMRC) on the campus of Pennsylvania State University in State College, Pa.
AEROSPACE DEFENSE
Texas Lockheed Martin Workers Approve Contract
Michael McConnell
June 16, 2026
Lockheed Martin workers in Fort Worth, Texas, who build the F-35 fighter jet, will get a pay hike and see the end of mandatory overtime under terms of a new contract.
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