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Time to Prepare, Not Panic, in 2020

November 26, 2019
Expect at least two recessions, or downturns in GDP growth, in the next few years. That is the prediction of Brian Beaulieu, CEO and chief economist for ITR Economics.
By SME Media Staff
Bill Koenig

How the Auto Industry Will Adopt 3D Printing

January 8, 2019
Nobody knows just yet how the auto industry will adopt 3D printing. But Desktop Metal Inc. (Burlington, MA) is in a better position than most to make an educated guess.
Bill Koenig
By Bill Koenig Senior Editor, SME Media

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NAMRC 47: Innovations in Manufacturing Research

December 5, 2019
The North American manufacturing Research Institution of SME (NAMRI | SME) held its 47th annual conference on manufacturing research (NAMRC 47) in Erie, Pa., from June 10-14.
By Ihab Ragai, PhD, PE NAMRC 47 Chair

Time to Prepare, Not Panic, in 2020

November 26, 2019
Expect at least two recessions, or downturns in GDP growth, in the next few years. That is the prediction of Brian Beaulieu, CEO and chief economist for ITR Economics.
By SME Media Staff

Manufacturing with Momentum

November 25, 2019
It doesn’t take long to see the changing face of manufacturing staples in Volusia County. Strategically located in the thriving central Florida marketplace east of Orlando along the I-4/I-95 highways, Volusia County has always been a good geographic location for manufacturers.
By Team Volusia EDC Sponsored Content

Data-Driven Manufacturing

November 21, 2019
In my capacity as the Chair of the Council of the Manufacturing USA institute directors, I often get asked about trends in U.S. advanced manufacturing.
By Kelvin H. Lee Manufacturing USA, Sponsored Content

Tackling Downtime and Inefficiencies with Software

November 20, 2019
Turning to software over paper reports does more than just save trees. Chris Mahar, Associate Editor of Manufacturing Engineering, talks with David McPhail, President and CEO of Memex Inc., about how manufacturers can utilize technology to improve efficiency, reduce downtime and boost productivity and profits across their business.
Chris Mahar
By Chris Mahar Associate Editor, SME Media

Manufacturing Faces Uncertain 2020, Deloitte Says

November 18, 2019
Manufacturing faces “continued risk for disruption” and uncertainty in 2020, consulting firm Deloitte said in a report.
Bill Koenig
By Bill Koenig Senior Editor, SME Media

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