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Manufacturing Engineering & Technology Magazine
November 2023
Manufacturing Engineering: November 2023
The November 2023 edition of Manufacturing Engineering is available as a digital magazine. Links to individual articles are below.
View Digital Magazine
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
By
Kip Hanson
Contributing Editor,
SME Media
Aerospace & Defense
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!
By
Ed Sinkora
Contributing Editor,
SME Media
Machining & Metal Cutting
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.
By
Kip Hanson
Contributing Editor,
SME Media
Measurement & Metrology
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
Automation
Voices AMplified
PRESS RELEASES
NORD Enhances Efficiency with New Digital Twin and Simulation Capabilities
(PRESS RELEASE: Nord)
February 13, 2026
NORD´s new digital twin and virtual commissioning technology significantly reduces the system development process from planning to commissioning. With digital twins for virtual commissioning, NORD supports their customers with quicker system availability, even for complex drive systems.
NEWS DESK
Meviy Publishes Best Practices on Correct Tolerancing
(PRESS RELEASE: Provided by Meviy)
February 13, 2026
Meviy, the on-demand custom parts manufacturing service developed by MISUMI Group, Inc., has published a new article, “Best Practice Tips for Correct Tolerancing in Design and Manufacturability,” designed to help engineers define tolerances with confidence and avoid costly production issues.
NEWS DESK
Manufacturing Technology Orders Reach Record High in 2025
Rachael Thomas
February 12, 2026
New orders for metalmaking machinery totaled $814.3 million in December 2025, the highest monthly order value on record. This is according to the latest U.S. Manufacturing Technology Orders Report by the Association for Manufacturing Technology (AMT).
Shop Solutions
PRESS RELEASES
NORD Enhances Efficiency with New Digital Twin and Simulation Capabilities
(PRESS RELEASE: Nord)
February 13, 2026
NORD´s new digital twin and virtual commissioning technology significantly reduces the system development process from planning to commissioning. With digital twins for virtual commissioning, NORD supports their customers with quicker system availability, even for complex drive systems.
NEWS DESK
Meviy Publishes Best Practices on Correct Tolerancing
(PRESS RELEASE: Provided by Meviy)
February 13, 2026
Meviy, the on-demand custom parts manufacturing service developed by MISUMI Group, Inc., has published a new article, “Best Practice Tips for Correct Tolerancing in Design and Manufacturability,” designed to help engineers define tolerances with confidence and avoid costly production issues.
NEWS DESK
Manufacturing Technology Orders Reach Record High in 2025
Rachael Thomas
February 12, 2026
New orders for metalmaking machinery totaled $814.3 million in December 2025, the highest monthly order value on record. This is according to the latest U.S. Manufacturing Technology Orders Report by the Association for Manufacturing Technology (AMT).
Up Front
PRESS RELEASES
NORD Enhances Efficiency with New Digital Twin and Simulation Capabilities
(PRESS RELEASE: Nord)
February 13, 2026
NORD´s new digital twin and virtual commissioning technology significantly reduces the system development process from planning to commissioning. With digital twins for virtual commissioning, NORD supports their customers with quicker system availability, even for complex drive systems.
NEWS DESK
Meviy Publishes Best Practices on Correct Tolerancing
(PRESS RELEASE: Provided by Meviy)
February 13, 2026
Meviy, the on-demand custom parts manufacturing service developed by MISUMI Group, Inc., has published a new article, “Best Practice Tips for Correct Tolerancing in Design and Manufacturability,” designed to help engineers define tolerances with confidence and avoid costly production issues.
NEWS DESK
Manufacturing Technology Orders Reach Record High in 2025
Rachael Thomas
February 12, 2026
New orders for metalmaking machinery totaled $814.3 million in December 2025, the highest monthly order value on record. This is according to the latest U.S. Manufacturing Technology Orders Report by the Association for Manufacturing Technology (AMT).
SME Speaks
PRESS RELEASES
NORD Enhances Efficiency with New Digital Twin and Simulation Capabilities
(PRESS RELEASE: Nord)
February 13, 2026
NORD´s new digital twin and virtual commissioning technology significantly reduces the system development process from planning to commissioning. With digital twins for virtual commissioning, NORD supports their customers with quicker system availability, even for complex drive systems.
NEWS DESK
Meviy Publishes Best Practices on Correct Tolerancing
(PRESS RELEASE: Provided by Meviy)
February 13, 2026
Meviy, the on-demand custom parts manufacturing service developed by MISUMI Group, Inc., has published a new article, “Best Practice Tips for Correct Tolerancing in Design and Manufacturability,” designed to help engineers define tolerances with confidence and avoid costly production issues.
NEWS DESK
Manufacturing Technology Orders Reach Record High in 2025
Rachael Thomas
February 12, 2026
New orders for metalmaking machinery totaled $814.3 million in December 2025, the highest monthly order value on record. This is according to the latest U.S. Manufacturing Technology Orders Report by the Association for Manufacturing Technology (AMT).
Advanced Manufacturing Now
PRESS RELEASES
NORD Enhances Efficiency with New Digital Twin and Simulation Capabilities
(PRESS RELEASE: Nord)
February 13, 2026
NORD´s new digital twin and virtual commissioning technology significantly reduces the system development process from planning to commissioning. With digital twins for virtual commissioning, NORD supports their customers with quicker system availability, even for complex drive systems.
NEWS DESK
Meviy Publishes Best Practices on Correct Tolerancing
(PRESS RELEASE: Provided by Meviy)
February 13, 2026
Meviy, the on-demand custom parts manufacturing service developed by MISUMI Group, Inc., has published a new article, “Best Practice Tips for Correct Tolerancing in Design and Manufacturability,” designed to help engineers define tolerances with confidence and avoid costly production issues.
NEWS DESK
Manufacturing Technology Orders Reach Record High in 2025
Rachael Thomas
February 12, 2026
New orders for metalmaking machinery totaled $814.3 million in December 2025, the highest monthly order value on record. This is according to the latest U.S. Manufacturing Technology Orders Report by the Association for Manufacturing Technology (AMT).
Inclusive Insights
PRESS RELEASES
NORD Enhances Efficiency with New Digital Twin and Simulation Capabilities
(PRESS RELEASE: Nord)
February 13, 2026
NORD´s new digital twin and virtual commissioning technology significantly reduces the system development process from planning to commissioning. With digital twins for virtual commissioning, NORD supports their customers with quicker system availability, even for complex drive systems.
NEWS DESK
Meviy Publishes Best Practices on Correct Tolerancing
(PRESS RELEASE: Provided by Meviy)
February 13, 2026
Meviy, the on-demand custom parts manufacturing service developed by MISUMI Group, Inc., has published a new article, “Best Practice Tips for Correct Tolerancing in Design and Manufacturability,” designed to help engineers define tolerances with confidence and avoid costly production issues.
NEWS DESK
Manufacturing Technology Orders Reach Record High in 2025
Rachael Thomas
February 12, 2026
New orders for metalmaking machinery totaled $814.3 million in December 2025, the highest monthly order value on record. This is according to the latest U.S. Manufacturing Technology Orders Report by the Association for Manufacturing Technology (AMT).
Manufacturing Spotlight
PRESS RELEASES
NORD Enhances Efficiency with New Digital Twin and Simulation Capabilities
(PRESS RELEASE: Nord)
February 13, 2026
NORD´s new digital twin and virtual commissioning technology significantly reduces the system development process from planning to commissioning. With digital twins for virtual commissioning, NORD supports their customers with quicker system availability, even for complex drive systems.
NEWS DESK
Meviy Publishes Best Practices on Correct Tolerancing
(PRESS RELEASE: Provided by Meviy)
February 13, 2026
Meviy, the on-demand custom parts manufacturing service developed by MISUMI Group, Inc., has published a new article, “Best Practice Tips for Correct Tolerancing in Design and Manufacturability,” designed to help engineers define tolerances with confidence and avoid costly production issues.
NEWS DESK
Manufacturing Technology Orders Reach Record High in 2025
Rachael Thomas
February 12, 2026
New orders for metalmaking machinery totaled $814.3 million in December 2025, the highest monthly order value on record. This is according to the latest U.S. Manufacturing Technology Orders Report by the Association for Manufacturing Technology (AMT).
Workforce Development
PRESS RELEASES
NORD Enhances Efficiency with New Digital Twin and Simulation Capabilities
(PRESS RELEASE: Nord)
February 13, 2026
NORD´s new digital twin and virtual commissioning technology significantly reduces the system development process from planning to commissioning. With digital twins for virtual commissioning, NORD supports their customers with quicker system availability, even for complex drive systems.
NEWS DESK
Meviy Publishes Best Practices on Correct Tolerancing
(PRESS RELEASE: Provided by Meviy)
February 13, 2026
Meviy, the on-demand custom parts manufacturing service developed by MISUMI Group, Inc., has published a new article, “Best Practice Tips for Correct Tolerancing in Design and Manufacturability,” designed to help engineers define tolerances with confidence and avoid costly production issues.
NEWS DESK
Manufacturing Technology Orders Reach Record High in 2025
Rachael Thomas
February 12, 2026
New orders for metalmaking machinery totaled $814.3 million in December 2025, the highest monthly order value on record. This is according to the latest U.S. Manufacturing Technology Orders Report by the Association for Manufacturing Technology (AMT).
Viewpoints
PRESS RELEASES
NORD Enhances Efficiency with New Digital Twin and Simulation Capabilities
(PRESS RELEASE: Nord)
February 13, 2026
NORD´s new digital twin and virtual commissioning technology significantly reduces the system development process from planning to commissioning. With digital twins for virtual commissioning, NORD supports their customers with quicker system availability, even for complex drive systems.
NEWS DESK
Meviy Publishes Best Practices on Correct Tolerancing
(PRESS RELEASE: Provided by Meviy)
February 13, 2026
Meviy, the on-demand custom parts manufacturing service developed by MISUMI Group, Inc., has published a new article, “Best Practice Tips for Correct Tolerancing in Design and Manufacturability,” designed to help engineers define tolerances with confidence and avoid costly production issues.
NEWS DESK
Manufacturing Technology Orders Reach Record High in 2025
Rachael Thomas
February 12, 2026
New orders for metalmaking machinery totaled $814.3 million in December 2025, the highest monthly order value on record. This is according to the latest U.S. Manufacturing Technology Orders Report by the Association for Manufacturing Technology (AMT).