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Manufacturing Engineering: November 2023

The November 2023 edition of Manufacturing Engineering is available as a digital magazine. Links to individual articles are below.
The tolerances are tight, the metals difficult, the stakes exceedingly high. Simply put, machining gas turbine components is very challenging work.

Building Better Blisks

November 16, 2023
The tolerances are tight, the metals difficult, the stakes exceedingly high. Simply put, machining gas turbine components is very challenging work
Kip Hanson
By Kip Hanson Contributing Editor, SME Media
Coolant touches practically everything in a shop, and the right coolant can have a big impact at little cost.

Cooling Your Cut with the Latest Semi-Synthetics

November 29, 2023
Finding the magic combination of heat removal, rustproofing, extended tool life, a clean finish—and absolutely no foam!
Ed Sinkora
By Ed Sinkora Contributing Editor, SME Media
Arms with hard probes are generally used to measure parts measuring about three meters in diameter, while laser trackers can tackle much larger components, up to 160 meters across in some instances.

Measurement on the Move

December 1, 2023
Quality control equipment has become much faster, more capable and easier to use since the days of Cadillacs and test indicators. It’s also grown more portable.
Kip Hanson
By Kip Hanson Contributing Editor, SME Media
Intelligent-Guided-Growth

Intelligent, Guided Growth

December 8, 2023
As labor shortages loom, AGVs, AMRs and lifts provide muscle on the shop floor.
By Joseph Szczesny Contributing Editor

Voices AMplified

  • PRESS RELEASES

    Sandvik Coromant to Highlight End-to-End Machining Solutions at IMTS 2026

    PRESS RELEASE: Sandvik Coromant May 12, 2026
    Leading cutting tool specialist and manufacturing solutions provider Sandvik Coromant will highlight its comprehensive approach to solving real-world challenges in machining, metalworking and production at the upcoming International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS), Sept. 14–19 in Chicago.
  • PRESS RELEASES

    Recognizing SME’s 2026 Board of Directors

    PRESS RELEASE: SME May 12, 2026
    At a time when manufacturers are accelerating innovation to strengthen competitiveness and building a future-ready workforce, SME, the nonprofit committed to advancing manufacturing technology and developing America’s talent, is recognizing the leaders serving on its 2026 Board of Directors. Rebecca R. Taylor, Chief Business and Public Affairs Officer of the National Center for Manufacturing Sciences, serves as SME’s president.  
  • PRESS RELEASES

    Comau, Omron Robotics to Collaborate on Industrial Solutions

    PRESS RELEASE: Comau May 12, 2026
    COMAU and OMRON Robotics have signed a strategic collaboration agreement aimed at accelerating the adoption and deployment of advanced industrial automation solutions for manufacturers worldwide. The collaboration will focus on high-growth sectors including electronics, semiconductors, medical manufacturing and light industrial intralogistics - markets that continue to see strong demand for flexible, easily deployable automation.

Shop Solutions

  • PRESS RELEASES

    Sandvik Coromant to Highlight End-to-End Machining Solutions at IMTS 2026

    PRESS RELEASE: Sandvik Coromant May 12, 2026
    Leading cutting tool specialist and manufacturing solutions provider Sandvik Coromant will highlight its comprehensive approach to solving real-world challenges in machining, metalworking and production at the upcoming International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS), Sept. 14–19 in Chicago.
  • PRESS RELEASES

    Recognizing SME’s 2026 Board of Directors

    PRESS RELEASE: SME May 12, 2026
    At a time when manufacturers are accelerating innovation to strengthen competitiveness and building a future-ready workforce, SME, the nonprofit committed to advancing manufacturing technology and developing America’s talent, is recognizing the leaders serving on its 2026 Board of Directors. Rebecca R. Taylor, Chief Business and Public Affairs Officer of the National Center for Manufacturing Sciences, serves as SME’s president.  
  • PRESS RELEASES

    Comau, Omron Robotics to Collaborate on Industrial Solutions

    PRESS RELEASE: Comau May 12, 2026
    COMAU and OMRON Robotics have signed a strategic collaboration agreement aimed at accelerating the adoption and deployment of advanced industrial automation solutions for manufacturers worldwide. The collaboration will focus on high-growth sectors including electronics, semiconductors, medical manufacturing and light industrial intralogistics - markets that continue to see strong demand for flexible, easily deployable automation.

Up Front

  • PRESS RELEASES

    Sandvik Coromant to Highlight End-to-End Machining Solutions at IMTS 2026

    PRESS RELEASE: Sandvik Coromant May 12, 2026
    Leading cutting tool specialist and manufacturing solutions provider Sandvik Coromant will highlight its comprehensive approach to solving real-world challenges in machining, metalworking and production at the upcoming International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS), Sept. 14–19 in Chicago.
  • PRESS RELEASES

    Recognizing SME’s 2026 Board of Directors

    PRESS RELEASE: SME May 12, 2026
    At a time when manufacturers are accelerating innovation to strengthen competitiveness and building a future-ready workforce, SME, the nonprofit committed to advancing manufacturing technology and developing America’s talent, is recognizing the leaders serving on its 2026 Board of Directors. Rebecca R. Taylor, Chief Business and Public Affairs Officer of the National Center for Manufacturing Sciences, serves as SME’s president.  
  • PRESS RELEASES

    Comau, Omron Robotics to Collaborate on Industrial Solutions

    PRESS RELEASE: Comau May 12, 2026
    COMAU and OMRON Robotics have signed a strategic collaboration agreement aimed at accelerating the adoption and deployment of advanced industrial automation solutions for manufacturers worldwide. The collaboration will focus on high-growth sectors including electronics, semiconductors, medical manufacturing and light industrial intralogistics - markets that continue to see strong demand for flexible, easily deployable automation.

SME Speaks

  • PRESS RELEASES

    Sandvik Coromant to Highlight End-to-End Machining Solutions at IMTS 2026

    PRESS RELEASE: Sandvik Coromant May 12, 2026
    Leading cutting tool specialist and manufacturing solutions provider Sandvik Coromant will highlight its comprehensive approach to solving real-world challenges in machining, metalworking and production at the upcoming International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS), Sept. 14–19 in Chicago.
  • PRESS RELEASES

    Recognizing SME’s 2026 Board of Directors

    PRESS RELEASE: SME May 12, 2026
    At a time when manufacturers are accelerating innovation to strengthen competitiveness and building a future-ready workforce, SME, the nonprofit committed to advancing manufacturing technology and developing America’s talent, is recognizing the leaders serving on its 2026 Board of Directors. Rebecca R. Taylor, Chief Business and Public Affairs Officer of the National Center for Manufacturing Sciences, serves as SME’s president.  
  • PRESS RELEASES

    Comau, Omron Robotics to Collaborate on Industrial Solutions

    PRESS RELEASE: Comau May 12, 2026
    COMAU and OMRON Robotics have signed a strategic collaboration agreement aimed at accelerating the adoption and deployment of advanced industrial automation solutions for manufacturers worldwide. The collaboration will focus on high-growth sectors including electronics, semiconductors, medical manufacturing and light industrial intralogistics - markets that continue to see strong demand for flexible, easily deployable automation.

Advanced Manufacturing Now

  • PRESS RELEASES

    Sandvik Coromant to Highlight End-to-End Machining Solutions at IMTS 2026

    PRESS RELEASE: Sandvik Coromant May 12, 2026
    Leading cutting tool specialist and manufacturing solutions provider Sandvik Coromant will highlight its comprehensive approach to solving real-world challenges in machining, metalworking and production at the upcoming International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS), Sept. 14–19 in Chicago.
  • PRESS RELEASES

    Recognizing SME’s 2026 Board of Directors

    PRESS RELEASE: SME May 12, 2026
    At a time when manufacturers are accelerating innovation to strengthen competitiveness and building a future-ready workforce, SME, the nonprofit committed to advancing manufacturing technology and developing America’s talent, is recognizing the leaders serving on its 2026 Board of Directors. Rebecca R. Taylor, Chief Business and Public Affairs Officer of the National Center for Manufacturing Sciences, serves as SME’s president.  
  • PRESS RELEASES

    Comau, Omron Robotics to Collaborate on Industrial Solutions

    PRESS RELEASE: Comau May 12, 2026
    COMAU and OMRON Robotics have signed a strategic collaboration agreement aimed at accelerating the adoption and deployment of advanced industrial automation solutions for manufacturers worldwide. The collaboration will focus on high-growth sectors including electronics, semiconductors, medical manufacturing and light industrial intralogistics - markets that continue to see strong demand for flexible, easily deployable automation.

Inclusive Insights

  • PRESS RELEASES

    Sandvik Coromant to Highlight End-to-End Machining Solutions at IMTS 2026

    PRESS RELEASE: Sandvik Coromant May 12, 2026
    Leading cutting tool specialist and manufacturing solutions provider Sandvik Coromant will highlight its comprehensive approach to solving real-world challenges in machining, metalworking and production at the upcoming International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS), Sept. 14–19 in Chicago.
  • PRESS RELEASES

    Recognizing SME’s 2026 Board of Directors

    PRESS RELEASE: SME May 12, 2026
    At a time when manufacturers are accelerating innovation to strengthen competitiveness and building a future-ready workforce, SME, the nonprofit committed to advancing manufacturing technology and developing America’s talent, is recognizing the leaders serving on its 2026 Board of Directors. Rebecca R. Taylor, Chief Business and Public Affairs Officer of the National Center for Manufacturing Sciences, serves as SME’s president.  
  • PRESS RELEASES

    Comau, Omron Robotics to Collaborate on Industrial Solutions

    PRESS RELEASE: Comau May 12, 2026
    COMAU and OMRON Robotics have signed a strategic collaboration agreement aimed at accelerating the adoption and deployment of advanced industrial automation solutions for manufacturers worldwide. The collaboration will focus on high-growth sectors including electronics, semiconductors, medical manufacturing and light industrial intralogistics - markets that continue to see strong demand for flexible, easily deployable automation.

Manufacturing Spotlight

  • PRESS RELEASES

    Sandvik Coromant to Highlight End-to-End Machining Solutions at IMTS 2026

    PRESS RELEASE: Sandvik Coromant May 12, 2026
    Leading cutting tool specialist and manufacturing solutions provider Sandvik Coromant will highlight its comprehensive approach to solving real-world challenges in machining, metalworking and production at the upcoming International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS), Sept. 14–19 in Chicago.
  • PRESS RELEASES

    Recognizing SME’s 2026 Board of Directors

    PRESS RELEASE: SME May 12, 2026
    At a time when manufacturers are accelerating innovation to strengthen competitiveness and building a future-ready workforce, SME, the nonprofit committed to advancing manufacturing technology and developing America’s talent, is recognizing the leaders serving on its 2026 Board of Directors. Rebecca R. Taylor, Chief Business and Public Affairs Officer of the National Center for Manufacturing Sciences, serves as SME’s president.  
  • PRESS RELEASES

    Comau, Omron Robotics to Collaborate on Industrial Solutions

    PRESS RELEASE: Comau May 12, 2026
    COMAU and OMRON Robotics have signed a strategic collaboration agreement aimed at accelerating the adoption and deployment of advanced industrial automation solutions for manufacturers worldwide. The collaboration will focus on high-growth sectors including electronics, semiconductors, medical manufacturing and light industrial intralogistics - markets that continue to see strong demand for flexible, easily deployable automation.

Workforce Development

  • PRESS RELEASES

    Sandvik Coromant to Highlight End-to-End Machining Solutions at IMTS 2026

    PRESS RELEASE: Sandvik Coromant May 12, 2026
    Leading cutting tool specialist and manufacturing solutions provider Sandvik Coromant will highlight its comprehensive approach to solving real-world challenges in machining, metalworking and production at the upcoming International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS), Sept. 14–19 in Chicago.
  • PRESS RELEASES

    Recognizing SME’s 2026 Board of Directors

    PRESS RELEASE: SME May 12, 2026
    At a time when manufacturers are accelerating innovation to strengthen competitiveness and building a future-ready workforce, SME, the nonprofit committed to advancing manufacturing technology and developing America’s talent, is recognizing the leaders serving on its 2026 Board of Directors. Rebecca R. Taylor, Chief Business and Public Affairs Officer of the National Center for Manufacturing Sciences, serves as SME’s president.  
  • PRESS RELEASES

    Comau, Omron Robotics to Collaborate on Industrial Solutions

    PRESS RELEASE: Comau May 12, 2026
    COMAU and OMRON Robotics have signed a strategic collaboration agreement aimed at accelerating the adoption and deployment of advanced industrial automation solutions for manufacturers worldwide. The collaboration will focus on high-growth sectors including electronics, semiconductors, medical manufacturing and light industrial intralogistics - markets that continue to see strong demand for flexible, easily deployable automation.

Viewpoints

  • PRESS RELEASES

    Sandvik Coromant to Highlight End-to-End Machining Solutions at IMTS 2026

    PRESS RELEASE: Sandvik Coromant May 12, 2026
    Leading cutting tool specialist and manufacturing solutions provider Sandvik Coromant will highlight its comprehensive approach to solving real-world challenges in machining, metalworking and production at the upcoming International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS), Sept. 14–19 in Chicago.
  • PRESS RELEASES

    Recognizing SME’s 2026 Board of Directors

    PRESS RELEASE: SME May 12, 2026
    At a time when manufacturers are accelerating innovation to strengthen competitiveness and building a future-ready workforce, SME, the nonprofit committed to advancing manufacturing technology and developing America’s talent, is recognizing the leaders serving on its 2026 Board of Directors. Rebecca R. Taylor, Chief Business and Public Affairs Officer of the National Center for Manufacturing Sciences, serves as SME’s president.  
  • PRESS RELEASES

    Comau, Omron Robotics to Collaborate on Industrial Solutions

    PRESS RELEASE: Comau May 12, 2026
    COMAU and OMRON Robotics have signed a strategic collaboration agreement aimed at accelerating the adoption and deployment of advanced industrial automation solutions for manufacturers worldwide. The collaboration will focus on high-growth sectors including electronics, semiconductors, medical manufacturing and light industrial intralogistics - markets that continue to see strong demand for flexible, easily deployable automation.