Machine Tool Builders Showcase New Levels of Productivity at EMO Hannover October 4, 2017 At EMO Hannover 2017 there were many new cutting tool products showcased, plus there were new cutting tool developments for approximately 130,000 attendees to learn about.
Epicor Software Names New CEO October 3, 2017 Epicor Software Corporation, a global provider of industry-specific enterprise software to promote business growth, today announced President and Chief Executive Officer Joe Cowan is set to retire at the end of October 2017, stepping down from the leadership role and his position on the Epicor board of directors. The board of directors has appointed Stephen Murphy, former president of OpenText, to the role of CEO.
Manufacturers Urged to Embrace AI September 27, 2017 Manufacturers need to embrace artificial intelligence to make their operations more efficient, a consultant said.
GE Executive Sees 3D Printing Market Surging September 26, 2017 General Electric Co. expects 3D printing demand in balloon in various industries, an executive said.
NAMRI/SME Highlights Research Innovations at NAMRC Conference September 26, 2017 Manufacturing academics were honored for their service, contributions and outstanding manufacturing research during the annual North American Manufacturing Research Conference (NAMRC), held by the North American Manufacturing Research Institution of SME (NAMRI/SME).
New Additive Module Offers Accurate Simulation, Verification and Optimization of AM Processes September 26, 2017 Vericut 8.1 includes a new additive manufacturing [AM] module that simulates additive and hybrid machining processes used in any order, and on any brand NC machine. AM has reached a maturity level and has proven to be a valuable addition to manufacturing strategies.
Makino Introduces Continuous Five-Axis Milling for Specialty Dies and Molds September 23, 2017 Attendees at Makino’s 2017 Die/Mold Expo Sept. 13-14 learned how they can boost utilization and quality with high-performance controls as well as how to increase productivity through automation. In addition, they also had an early look at the V80S five-axis VMC that had its world premiere a week later at EMO in Hannover, Germany.
Airbus Installs 3D Printed Titanium Aircraft Production Part September 22, 2017 Airbus has achieved a 3D printing first with the installation of a 3D printed titanium bracket on a series production commercial aircraft. Manufactured by Arconic, a global technology, engineering, and advanced manufacturing company, the 3D printed titanium bracket was installed on a series production Airbus commercial aircraft, the A350 XWB.
SAS Manufacturing Unveils Advanced Aerospace Facility in Colorado September 20, 2017 SAS Manufacturing LLC unveiled a new advanced machining facility for design, manufacturing, and assembly of aerospace components in Arvada, Colo.
All In with Additive September 12, 2017 How new CAD/CAM programming and simulation software can help address additive manufacturing processes.
