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SME Media Manufacturing Engineering & Technology Magazine November 2022

Manufacturing Engineering: November 2022

The November 2022 edition of Manufacturing Engineering is available as a digital magazine. Links to individual articles are below.
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Automation expert Phil Freeman, senior technical fellow, Boeing Research & Technology sees a trend for more autonomy in the robots and systems used in the aerospace production process.

A.I. Fuels Aerospace Manufacturing Automation

December 7, 2022
Robots have become able co-pilots on the factory floor as painters, sanders, machine tenders, and materials transporters.
Ilene Wolff
By Ilene Wolff Contributing Editor, SME Media
OSG’s EXOPRO AERO-LHX diamond-coated, low helix drill is designed specifically for holemaking in tough laminate materials.

Bigger, Lighter, Stronger, Faster

December 9, 2022
As aerospace ramps up its use of advanced composites, robots and automated manufacturing systems will assume ever larger roles in building and machining these challenging materials.
Kip Hanson
By Kip Hanson Contributing Editor, SME Media
MRO is an integral part of the manufacturing process. And like most functions and operations, it is being reshaped by data and predictive analysis.

MRO Leans Into the 21st Century

December 14, 2022
Maintenance, repair, and operations catch up with the rest of the industry.
By Brad Marley Contributing Editor
Heller’s largest horizontal machining center H 16000, which has been in play for a long time, measures 41 feet long, 27.5 feet wide and 17.4 feet high.

Demand Grows for Large-Envelope Machining Centers

December 16, 2022
Super-sized parts and systems require manufacturers to go BIG and BIGGER.
By Karen Haywood Queen Contributing Editor, SME Media
Advanced optical scanning and associated software delivers accurate assembly guidance, improved QC, and much more.

Advanced Optic Sensors and Probes Lift Aerospace Production

December 19, 2022
Advances in metrology are key in reducing expensive, wasteful scrap.
Ed Sinkora
By Ed Sinkora Contributing Editor, SME Media

Shop Solutions

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    Defense Dept. Asks Ford, GM to Help Increase Weapon Supplies

    Michael McConnell April 20, 2026
    Senior officials within the Trump administration have approached Ford Motor Co. and General Motors Co. about boosting the nation’s weapon supplies.
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    EV Startup to Sell $25,000 Pickup

    Michael McConnell April 20, 2026
    Is America interested in an electric pickup truck that can go up to 240 miles on a charge and costs around $25,000?
  • Publication Recognizes Jorgensen as Top Workplace
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    Publication Recognizes Jorgensen as Top Workplace

    PRESS RELEASE: Jorgensen Conveyor and Filtration Solutions April 20, 2026
    Jorgensen Conveyor and Filtration Solutions, a 76-year conveyor manufacturer and industry leader in coolant filtration solutions, has been recognized as a Southeastern Wisconsin Top Workplace for 2026 in partnership with the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.

Up Front

  • Defense Dept. Asks Ford, GM to Help Increase Weapon Supplies
    NEWS DESK

    Defense Dept. Asks Ford, GM to Help Increase Weapon Supplies

    Michael McConnell April 20, 2026
    Senior officials within the Trump administration have approached Ford Motor Co. and General Motors Co. about boosting the nation’s weapon supplies.
  • EV Startup to Sell $25,000 Pickup
    MOTORIZED VEHICLE

    EV Startup to Sell $25,000 Pickup

    Michael McConnell April 20, 2026
    Is America interested in an electric pickup truck that can go up to 240 miles on a charge and costs around $25,000?
  • Publication Recognizes Jorgensen as Top Workplace
    PRESS RELEASES

    Publication Recognizes Jorgensen as Top Workplace

    PRESS RELEASE: Jorgensen Conveyor and Filtration Solutions April 20, 2026
    Jorgensen Conveyor and Filtration Solutions, a 76-year conveyor manufacturer and industry leader in coolant filtration solutions, has been recognized as a Southeastern Wisconsin Top Workplace for 2026 in partnership with the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.

SME Speaks

  • Defense Dept. Asks Ford, GM to Help Increase Weapon Supplies
    NEWS DESK

    Defense Dept. Asks Ford, GM to Help Increase Weapon Supplies

    Michael McConnell April 20, 2026
    Senior officials within the Trump administration have approached Ford Motor Co. and General Motors Co. about boosting the nation’s weapon supplies.
  • EV Startup to Sell $25,000 Pickup
    MOTORIZED VEHICLE

    EV Startup to Sell $25,000 Pickup

    Michael McConnell April 20, 2026
    Is America interested in an electric pickup truck that can go up to 240 miles on a charge and costs around $25,000?
  • Publication Recognizes Jorgensen as Top Workplace
    PRESS RELEASES

    Publication Recognizes Jorgensen as Top Workplace

    PRESS RELEASE: Jorgensen Conveyor and Filtration Solutions April 20, 2026
    Jorgensen Conveyor and Filtration Solutions, a 76-year conveyor manufacturer and industry leader in coolant filtration solutions, has been recognized as a Southeastern Wisconsin Top Workplace for 2026 in partnership with the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.

Advanced Manufacturing Now

  • Defense Dept. Asks Ford, GM to Help Increase Weapon Supplies
    NEWS DESK

    Defense Dept. Asks Ford, GM to Help Increase Weapon Supplies

    Michael McConnell April 20, 2026
    Senior officials within the Trump administration have approached Ford Motor Co. and General Motors Co. about boosting the nation’s weapon supplies.
  • EV Startup to Sell $25,000 Pickup
    MOTORIZED VEHICLE

    EV Startup to Sell $25,000 Pickup

    Michael McConnell April 20, 2026
    Is America interested in an electric pickup truck that can go up to 240 miles on a charge and costs around $25,000?
  • Publication Recognizes Jorgensen as Top Workplace
    PRESS RELEASES

    Publication Recognizes Jorgensen as Top Workplace

    PRESS RELEASE: Jorgensen Conveyor and Filtration Solutions April 20, 2026
    Jorgensen Conveyor and Filtration Solutions, a 76-year conveyor manufacturer and industry leader in coolant filtration solutions, has been recognized as a Southeastern Wisconsin Top Workplace for 2026 in partnership with the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.

Additive Manufacturing Update

  • Defense Dept. Asks Ford, GM to Help Increase Weapon Supplies
    NEWS DESK

    Defense Dept. Asks Ford, GM to Help Increase Weapon Supplies

    Michael McConnell April 20, 2026
    Senior officials within the Trump administration have approached Ford Motor Co. and General Motors Co. about boosting the nation’s weapon supplies.
  • EV Startup to Sell $25,000 Pickup
    MOTORIZED VEHICLE

    EV Startup to Sell $25,000 Pickup

    Michael McConnell April 20, 2026
    Is America interested in an electric pickup truck that can go up to 240 miles on a charge and costs around $25,000?
  • Publication Recognizes Jorgensen as Top Workplace
    PRESS RELEASES

    Publication Recognizes Jorgensen as Top Workplace

    PRESS RELEASE: Jorgensen Conveyor and Filtration Solutions April 20, 2026
    Jorgensen Conveyor and Filtration Solutions, a 76-year conveyor manufacturer and industry leader in coolant filtration solutions, has been recognized as a Southeastern Wisconsin Top Workplace for 2026 in partnership with the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.

Viewpoints

  • Defense Dept. Asks Ford, GM to Help Increase Weapon Supplies
    NEWS DESK

    Defense Dept. Asks Ford, GM to Help Increase Weapon Supplies

    Michael McConnell April 20, 2026
    Senior officials within the Trump administration have approached Ford Motor Co. and General Motors Co. about boosting the nation’s weapon supplies.
  • EV Startup to Sell $25,000 Pickup
    MOTORIZED VEHICLE

    EV Startup to Sell $25,000 Pickup

    Michael McConnell April 20, 2026
    Is America interested in an electric pickup truck that can go up to 240 miles on a charge and costs around $25,000?
  • Publication Recognizes Jorgensen as Top Workplace
    PRESS RELEASES

    Publication Recognizes Jorgensen as Top Workplace

    PRESS RELEASE: Jorgensen Conveyor and Filtration Solutions April 20, 2026
    Jorgensen Conveyor and Filtration Solutions, a 76-year conveyor manufacturer and industry leader in coolant filtration solutions, has been recognized as a Southeastern Wisconsin Top Workplace for 2026 in partnership with the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.

Voices AMplified

  • Defense Dept. Asks Ford, GM to Help Increase Weapon Supplies
    NEWS DESK

    Defense Dept. Asks Ford, GM to Help Increase Weapon Supplies

    Michael McConnell April 20, 2026
    Senior officials within the Trump administration have approached Ford Motor Co. and General Motors Co. about boosting the nation’s weapon supplies.
  • EV Startup to Sell $25,000 Pickup
    MOTORIZED VEHICLE

    EV Startup to Sell $25,000 Pickup

    Michael McConnell April 20, 2026
    Is America interested in an electric pickup truck that can go up to 240 miles on a charge and costs around $25,000?
  • Publication Recognizes Jorgensen as Top Workplace
    PRESS RELEASES

    Publication Recognizes Jorgensen as Top Workplace

    PRESS RELEASE: Jorgensen Conveyor and Filtration Solutions April 20, 2026
    Jorgensen Conveyor and Filtration Solutions, a 76-year conveyor manufacturer and industry leader in coolant filtration solutions, has been recognized as a Southeastern Wisconsin Top Workplace for 2026 in partnership with the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.

Workforce Lessons

  • Defense Dept. Asks Ford, GM to Help Increase Weapon Supplies
    NEWS DESK

    Defense Dept. Asks Ford, GM to Help Increase Weapon Supplies

    Michael McConnell April 20, 2026
    Senior officials within the Trump administration have approached Ford Motor Co. and General Motors Co. about boosting the nation’s weapon supplies.
  • EV Startup to Sell $25,000 Pickup
    MOTORIZED VEHICLE

    EV Startup to Sell $25,000 Pickup

    Michael McConnell April 20, 2026
    Is America interested in an electric pickup truck that can go up to 240 miles on a charge and costs around $25,000?
  • Publication Recognizes Jorgensen as Top Workplace
    PRESS RELEASES

    Publication Recognizes Jorgensen as Top Workplace

    PRESS RELEASE: Jorgensen Conveyor and Filtration Solutions April 20, 2026
    Jorgensen Conveyor and Filtration Solutions, a 76-year conveyor manufacturer and industry leader in coolant filtration solutions, has been recognized as a Southeastern Wisconsin Top Workplace for 2026 in partnership with the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.