Where is Manufacturing Tech Headed in 2021? January 15, 2021 Manufacturing technology is constantly changing, both in terms of the types of products produced and the ways those products are made. As we ease into 2021, here are some interesting trends I’ve heard about.
When ‘Tried and True’ Won’t Do June 17, 2020 During times like these, editors turn to “tried and true” sayings to frame their opinion columns. One of these sayings is, “May you live in interesting times,” supposedly a translation of a traditional Chinese curse. The saying is used ironically, in that “interesting times” are times of trouble and difficulty.
Quality Scan: Thread Inspection: Your Application Matters June 1, 2009 Not all threaded connections serve similar purposes.The load-carrying needs of an aerospace engine support bolt in a tension assembly greatly exceed those of a simple screw that fastens a cover plate to an electrical wall socket. International thread-acceptance documents and standards recognize this basic engineering fact, and incorporate different thread-inspection requirements into their verification standards.
Workforce Development for Global Competitiveness June 24, 2021 A widening skills gap threatens U.S. manufacturing competitiveness and consequently our economy. A talent pipeline with a sufficient supply of properly aligned skills is imperative to meet U.S. manufacturers’ needs for capacity, productivity and innovation.
Does Size Really Matter in the EV Battery Race? October 21, 2021 Claudia Jarrett, U.S. country manager at automation parts supplier EU Automation, delves into the pros and cons of both gigafactories and microfactories.
A Rising Dollar Will Deliver a Blow to Manufacturing November 2, 2022 A competitive exchange rate that favors manufacturing is the main way to drive up growth in the US economy, argues a businessman-economist.
For Boeing, HQs Move Shows Tension Not Ending Soon May 6, 2022 Boeing Co., for the second time in two decades, is moving its headquarters. This time it’s relocating to Northern Virginia. The question is what lessons Boeing moved from its last move.
Spindle Rebuilders Are Not Created Equal November 22, 2021 Despite the availability of spindle rebuilders nationwide, not every firm provides the same level of quality.
Boeing Chief Gets a Big Vote of Confidence April 21, 2021 Boeing Co.'s CEO got a vote of confidence when the board of the aircraft maker extended his retirement age.
An Insider Perspective on Manufacturing’s Future February 15, 2021 Recently, Ron Fritz, CEO of Tech Soft 3D, hosted a roundtable discussion with four other industry executives to discuss the future of manufacturing, the impact of COVID-19, aspects of manufacturing that will change, and industry collaboration.
