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Manufacturing Engineering: July 2019

The July 2019 edition of Manufacturing Engineering is available as a digital magazine. Links to individual articles are below.
Meeting Moldmaking Challenges

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.
Kip Hanson
By Kip Hanson Contributing Editor, SME Media
New Technology Powers Performance at U.S. Mold Shops

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.
Jim Lorincz
By Jim Lorincz Contributing Editor, SME Media
Shop ERP Software Boosts Efficiency

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.
Pat Waurzyniak
By Patrick Waurzyniak Contributing Editor, SME Media
Tool Presetters Take On Industry 4.0

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.
Bruce Morey
By Bruce Morey Senior Technical Editor, SME Media

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    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

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    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.
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    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

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    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.
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    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.
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    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

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    An In-Depth Look at Manufacturing USA

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    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.
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    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

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  • 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.
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    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

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    An In-Depth Look at Manufacturing USA

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    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

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    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

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  • 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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