How Monitoring Equipment Improves Stamping Equipment Operations December 30, 2019 Keeping stamping equipment operating at peak efficiency is vital for fabricating shops. In this podcast, Alan Rooks, Editor in Chief of Manufacturing Engineering magazine, talks with Joe Bortolameolli, product manager for Marposs, about why the use of monitoring systems on stamping equipment is useful and necessary, how the Brankamp monitoring system from Marposs works, its availability on OEM equipment and as a retrofit solution, and the key production issues monitoring equipment is able to identify.
Tracking the Changes in Industrial 3D Printing November 11, 2019 The world of industrial 3D printing is constantly changing, and innovations are appearing in rapid succession. In this podcast, Alan Rooks, Editor in Chief of Manufacturing Engineering magazine, talks with Dylan George, Application Engineer for Ultimaker North America, about what these changes mean for users of industrial 3D printing.
The Key Role of Post Processing in CAD/CAM Software May 23, 2019 In this podcast, Alan Rooks, Editor in Chief of Manufacturing Engineering magazine, talks with Don Davies, vice president, DP Technology Corp., the developer of Esprit CAM/CAD software about how post-processing in CAM is key to success in machining, DP Technology’s approach to post processing, and how the Esprit solution differs from similar products in the market.
SME President Reflects On Career And Manufacturing’s Future September 10, 2019 With more than three decades’ experience in manufacturing, 2019 SME President Mark Michalski has seen significant changes and remarkable technology advancements in his career. But it’s what’s coming in the next few years that most excites and impresses him.
Zeiss Metrology Connects with Students at IMTS 2018, Discusses How Cool a Manufacturing Career Can Be October 24, 2018 Jay Elepano, optical CMM/SFG product manager for Zeiss Metrology LCC, talks with Candace Roulo, managing editor, about lasers, automation, cooperative robots and how to attract and retain a skilled workforce during IMTS 2018 in Chicago.
Using Manufacturing Analytics to Drive Decision Making December 17, 2018 Manufacturing analytics allows companies to use data to drive more effective decision making. In this podcast, Alan Rooks, editor in chief of Manufacturing Engineering, talks with Eric Fogg, chief operating officer of MachineMetrics, about the role of the Industrial Internet of Things and Industry 4.0 in manufacturing analytics; key new apps from MachineMetrics (MachineMetrics Health and MachineMetrics Service); the results MachineMetrics is seeing with customers, including machine builders and manufacturers; and where the industry is heading regarding manufacturing analytics.
The Ins and Outs of Robotic Machine Tool Tending November 18, 2018 In this podcast, Alan Rooks, Editor in Chief of Manufacturing Engineering magazine, talks with Stefan Drakensjo, Vice President, Robots & Applications – Global Business Line Manager – Handling & Machining for ABB.
How Manufacturing Companies Can Benefit from Helping Employees Get a Grip on Financial Issues October 2, 2018 Would you be surprised to learn that manufacturing workers are particularly vulnerable to personal financial problems? You’ll learn about that and more in this podcast, in which Alan Rooks, Editor in Chief of Manufacturing Engineering magazine, talks with Mike Domingos, Vice President, National Corporate Strategy and Distribution for Prudential Financial.
HBPO North America President Describe Company Products January 31, 2018 Diana Mannino, president of HBPO North America talks to Senior Editor Bill Koenig at the North American in Detroit. She discusses the company’s product line, including front end modules for vehicles. HBPO also is expanding its production in North America, including two new plants in Mexico scheduled to open this year.
Opportunity Awaits Small Manufacturers Adept at Making Quality Aftermarket Auto Parts February 8, 2018 John Clor of Ford Performance explains to Manufacturing Engineering Editor Emeritus Jim Sawyer how the process works, where the opportunity lies for small manufacturers who want to get into the game, and why precision manufacturing is crucial.