Skip to content
person
Sign In
shopping_cart
Cart
Join SME
{{result}}
search
About
play_arrow
play_arrow
About
About SME
History of SME
SME Careers
Contact Us
Board of Directors
Executive Team
Member Council
SME Blog
Press Room
SME Awards & Recognition
Technologies
play_arrow
play_arrow
Technologies
Additive Manufacturing & 3D Printing
Automation
Controls
Grinding & Deburring
Lasers
Machining & Metal Cutting
Manufacturing Management
Materials
Quality/Inspection/Test
Smart Manufacturing
Software
Tooling & Workholding
Aerospace & Defense
Energy
Medical
Motorized Vehicles
Events
play_arrow
play_arrow
Events
Events Overview
Upcoming Events
Speaking Opportunities
Engagement Activities
Become a Sponsor
Exhibit at an Event
Upcoming Webinars
open_in_new
SME Insights
Training
play_arrow
play_arrow
Training
Workforce Development
Training at Tooling U-SME
Certification Programs
Jobs Connection
open_in_new
Additive Manufacturing Certification
Certified Additive Manufacturing Fundamentals (CAMF)
Certified Additive Manufacturing Technician (CAMT)
Certified Manufacturing Technology Sales Engineer (CMTSE)
Electric Vehicle Fundamentals (EVF) Certification
Electric Vehicle Battery Packaging and Assembly (EVBPA) Certification
Robotics in Manufacturing Fundamentals (RMF) Certification
Technical Certification
Certified Manufacturing Associate (CMfgA)
Certified Manufacturing Technologist (CMfgT)
Certified Manufacturing Engineer (CMfgE)
Lean Certification
Bronze Level
Silver Level
Gold Level
Lean Knowledge Certificate
Certification Resources
Engage
play_arrow
play_arrow
Engage
Engage Overview
Develop through SME
Build through SME
Improve through SME
Connect through SME
SME Communities
Engagement Activities
Manufacturing Day
Attend a Webinar
open_in_new
Volunteer Opportunities
SME Local Chapters
Be a Guest Speaker
Education
play_arrow
play_arrow
Education
Students
Educators
Donate Now
open_in_new
SME Education Foundation
open_in_new
Education with Tooling-U SME
open_in_new
NAMRI | SME
Membership
play_arrow
play_arrow
Membership
Become a Member
Member Resources
Member Benefits
SME Chapter Directory
Contact Membership
Media
play_arrow
play_arrow
Media
SME Media
Advertise With Us
Media Guide, Ed. Calendars and More
Contact SME Media
Webinars
News Articles
Manufacturing Engineering & Technology Magazine
Manufacturing Weekly eNewsletter
White Papers
Subscribe
Industry Reports
ME Source Guide
open_in_new
Podcasts
Journals and Research Publications
Books/DVDs
Tech Papers
Voices AMplified
menu
close
menu
{{result}}
search
SME
Media
Manufacturing Engineering & Technology Magazine
May 2019
Manufacturing Engineering: May 2019
The May 2019 edition of Manufacturing Engineering is available as a digital magazine. Links to individual articles are below.
View Digital Magazine
Industrial AM Systems Producers Continue Rapid Growth
May 6, 2019
The world of additive manufacturing (AM), commonly referred to as 3D printing, is quickly changing. The technology allows companies to manufacture products faster, with greater variation, and often with entirely new forms and functions.
By
Ray Huff
Associate Engineer,
Wohlers Associates, Inc.
By
Terry Wohlers
Head of Advisory Services and Market Intelligence,
Wohlers Associates
Additive Manufacturing & 3D Printing
Aerospace & Defense
Research & Development
Additive Machines Go Mainstream
May 7, 2019
Additive manufacturing, and AM machines, have gone mainstream over the past five years. The technology has advanced. More materials, including metals and composites, are being used for 3D printing, where parts are made from a digital design.
By
Bill Koenig
Senior Editor,
SME Media
Additive Manufacturing & 3D Printing
Aerospace & Defense
Medical
Implementing Industry 4.0 in Three Key Steps
May 6, 2019
If you’re feeling a bit overwhelmed by the prospect of Industry 4.0, and perhaps a bit sheepish about your lack of progress, you’ve got good company.
By
Ed Sinkora
Contributing Editor,
SME Media
Research & Development
Smart Manufacturing
Tool Advances Boost Success in Parting and Grooving
May 8, 2019
When it comes to parting off and grooving processes, the long and the short of it is this: one, parting off goes deep—down to removing the pip—and two, grooving plunges are shallower and can include multidirectional turning.
By
Jim Lorincz
Contributing Editor,
SME Media
Getting a Clearer Picture with Advanced Simulation Software
May 7, 2019
Simulation in manufacturing is becoming much more pervasive. Advanced visualizations are used everywhere, from machining on shop-floor CNCs to offline CAD/CAM programming of NC equipment.
By
Patrick Waurzyniak
Contributing Editor,
SME Media
Additive Manufacturing & 3D Printing
Controls
Quality/Inspection/Test
Shop Solutions
GOVERNMENT AND ECONOMICS
Job Market Shows Strength in Latest Labor Dept. Report
Michael McConnell
September 4, 2026
The economy was unexpectedly strong last month, with employers adding 162,000 jobs—far above economists’ forecasts and making observers wonder if the Federal Reserve will soon increase interest rates.
IMTS
Methods Machine Tools
Staff Writer
September 4, 2026
Methods Machine Tools is a supplier of precision CNC machine tools, automation systems and manufacturing engineering services for North American manufacturers. Founded in 1958, the company provides machining equipment, automation integration, technical support, training and application engineering to help manufacturers improve productivity and precision. Methods serves a range of high-performance manufacturing industries through a network of technical centers across the U.S. and Canada.
NEWS DESK
Trump Administration Mulling Semiconductor Tariffs
Michael McConnell
September 4, 2026
President Donald Trump is thinking about adding new tariffs to semiconductors, laptops, gaming hardware and data center servers, according to several reports.
Up Front
GOVERNMENT AND ECONOMICS
Job Market Shows Strength in Latest Labor Dept. Report
Michael McConnell
September 4, 2026
The economy was unexpectedly strong last month, with employers adding 162,000 jobs—far above economists’ forecasts and making observers wonder if the Federal Reserve will soon increase interest rates.
IMTS
Methods Machine Tools
Staff Writer
September 4, 2026
Methods Machine Tools is a supplier of precision CNC machine tools, automation systems and manufacturing engineering services for North American manufacturers. Founded in 1958, the company provides machining equipment, automation integration, technical support, training and application engineering to help manufacturers improve productivity and precision. Methods serves a range of high-performance manufacturing industries through a network of technical centers across the U.S. and Canada.
NEWS DESK
Trump Administration Mulling Semiconductor Tariffs
Michael McConnell
September 4, 2026
President Donald Trump is thinking about adding new tariffs to semiconductors, laptops, gaming hardware and data center servers, according to several reports.
Advanced Manufacturing Now
GOVERNMENT AND ECONOMICS
Job Market Shows Strength in Latest Labor Dept. Report
Michael McConnell
September 4, 2026
The economy was unexpectedly strong last month, with employers adding 162,000 jobs—far above economists’ forecasts and making observers wonder if the Federal Reserve will soon increase interest rates.
IMTS
Methods Machine Tools
Staff Writer
September 4, 2026
Methods Machine Tools is a supplier of precision CNC machine tools, automation systems and manufacturing engineering services for North American manufacturers. Founded in 1958, the company provides machining equipment, automation integration, technical support, training and application engineering to help manufacturers improve productivity and precision. Methods serves a range of high-performance manufacturing industries through a network of technical centers across the U.S. and Canada.
NEWS DESK
Trump Administration Mulling Semiconductor Tariffs
Michael McConnell
September 4, 2026
President Donald Trump is thinking about adding new tariffs to semiconductors, laptops, gaming hardware and data center servers, according to several reports.
SME Speaks
GOVERNMENT AND ECONOMICS
Job Market Shows Strength in Latest Labor Dept. Report
Michael McConnell
September 4, 2026
The economy was unexpectedly strong last month, with employers adding 162,000 jobs—far above economists’ forecasts and making observers wonder if the Federal Reserve will soon increase interest rates.
IMTS
Methods Machine Tools
Staff Writer
September 4, 2026
Methods Machine Tools is a supplier of precision CNC machine tools, automation systems and manufacturing engineering services for North American manufacturers. Founded in 1958, the company provides machining equipment, automation integration, technical support, training and application engineering to help manufacturers improve productivity and precision. Methods serves a range of high-performance manufacturing industries through a network of technical centers across the U.S. and Canada.
NEWS DESK
Trump Administration Mulling Semiconductor Tariffs
Michael McConnell
September 4, 2026
President Donald Trump is thinking about adding new tariffs to semiconductors, laptops, gaming hardware and data center servers, according to several reports.
Workforce Pipeline
GOVERNMENT AND ECONOMICS
Job Market Shows Strength in Latest Labor Dept. Report
Michael McConnell
September 4, 2026
The economy was unexpectedly strong last month, with employers adding 162,000 jobs—far above economists’ forecasts and making observers wonder if the Federal Reserve will soon increase interest rates.
IMTS
Methods Machine Tools
Staff Writer
September 4, 2026
Methods Machine Tools is a supplier of precision CNC machine tools, automation systems and manufacturing engineering services for North American manufacturers. Founded in 1958, the company provides machining equipment, automation integration, technical support, training and application engineering to help manufacturers improve productivity and precision. Methods serves a range of high-performance manufacturing industries through a network of technical centers across the U.S. and Canada.
NEWS DESK
Trump Administration Mulling Semiconductor Tariffs
Michael McConnell
September 4, 2026
President Donald Trump is thinking about adding new tariffs to semiconductors, laptops, gaming hardware and data center servers, according to several reports.
Viewpoints
GOVERNMENT AND ECONOMICS
Job Market Shows Strength in Latest Labor Dept. Report
Michael McConnell
September 4, 2026
The economy was unexpectedly strong last month, with employers adding 162,000 jobs—far above economists’ forecasts and making observers wonder if the Federal Reserve will soon increase interest rates.
IMTS
Methods Machine Tools
Staff Writer
September 4, 2026
Methods Machine Tools is a supplier of precision CNC machine tools, automation systems and manufacturing engineering services for North American manufacturers. Founded in 1958, the company provides machining equipment, automation integration, technical support, training and application engineering to help manufacturers improve productivity and precision. Methods serves a range of high-performance manufacturing industries through a network of technical centers across the U.S. and Canada.
NEWS DESK
Trump Administration Mulling Semiconductor Tariffs
Michael McConnell
September 4, 2026
President Donald Trump is thinking about adding new tariffs to semiconductors, laptops, gaming hardware and data center servers, according to several reports.
Download our mobile app
Requires iOS 8.1 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
Download Now