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Manufacturing Pace Speeds Up Slightly in August
The pace of manufacturing improved slightly in August and continues at high levels, the Institute for Supply Management said in a monthly report. The Tempe, Ariz.-based group’s manufacturing index, known as the PMI, edged up to 59.9 percent last month, up from 59.5 percent in July. It was the 15th straight month where the index indicated the manufacturing economy was expanding.
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At Rolls-Royce Defense in Indianapolis, the company was faced with the challenge of improving CAM/CNC to cut costs while continuing to build an excellent product. This is the story of how Derek Anti, a manufacturing engineering technical specialist, accomplished the task.
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Manufacturing employment increased by 37,000 jobs last month, with motor vehicles and parts leading the way. The motor vehicles and parts category added 24,100 jobs in August. Auto industry employment has been erratic this year, affected by temporary plant shutdowns due to a global shortage of semiconductors.
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3D & 4D Characterization of Powder Feedstock for Quality Control in Additive Manufacturing
Save your spot for this conference session at the RAPID + TCT show Sept. 15, 2pm ET.
Additive manufacturing enables creation of complex structures along with spatially-varying properties. In additive manufacturing, each process along the way from powder to part must be optimized to ensure ultimate success.
Presenter: Pradeep Bhattad, PhD, Business Development Manger with ZEISS Industrial Quality Solutions
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General Motors Co. this week is idling nearly all of its North American assembly plants because of the global computer chip shortage, according to the Detroit Free Press. The shortage has lasted most of this year. GM had prioritized maintaining output of large pickups. But temporary plant shutdowns are expanding because of the chip situation.
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Mike Keown, an official of the Aluminum Association, makes the case why aluminum is so important in the drive to develop electric vehicles. "Consumers and governments want safer and greener transportation options with improved performance at an affordable price, demanding a design approach that includes durable yet low-weight, high-value materials," he writes. "As automakers look for these solutions, you can bet they're turning to aluminum."
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MULTI-MASTER – The right tool for efficient groove milling applications
ISCAR has recently introduced an upgrade to its MM GRIT line of heads designed for groove milling applications. This new product launch includes heads designed with an improved carbide grade (IC908) and a TORX socket which ensures easier, more accurate, clamping of the MULTI-MASTER connection. This can be highly beneficial for fast/accurate head replacements at the machine tool spindle.
The highly versatile MM GRIT line also receives a boost with the introduction of heads made from IC908 (a submicron carbide grade). This long-standing ISCAR grade has proven to increase performance in difficult to machine materials such as stainless steel, cast iron, and hardened materials.
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The U.S. Navy has issued Stratasys a $20 million contract to purchase up to 25 Stratasys F900 3D printers over the next five years, with delivery of the first eight expected before the end of 2021.
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PRAB Inc., which designs and manufactures equipment and systems for processing metal scrap and spent fluids as well as treating industrial wastewater for recycle and reuse, is introducing the Auto-Take Up System, a conveyor enhancement that automatically tightens belts and eliminates the need for manual adjustments.
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What to Look for in a Modern 3D Metal Printer
Productivity, reliability, and repeatability are essential to your ability to scale your metal additive manufacturing. Emerging technologies can push this “holy trinity” of attributes beyond the status quo, and taking advantage of these new capabilities can help your organization further its position as an innovator in the market. Download our eGuide now to learn more!
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AON3D, a 3D printer manufacturer of high-quality, end-use parts, today announced its $11.5 million Series A funding and a partnership with Astrobotic for their historic Peregrine Moon Lander (PM1) mission. This brings the company’s total funding to $14.2 million.
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Hardinge Inc. has acquired Ohio Tool Works LLC. Hardinge said the deal will enchance its machine tool and workholding portfolio with an attractive platform of high precision honing machines, tooling and abrasives. OTW designs and builds both standard and custom honing technology for a diverse and growing base of global customers across the industrial, aerospace, defense, and metalworking industries.
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RAD Torque Systems for Manufacturing
RAD Torque Systems offers a whole suite of tools for the manufacturing industry to ensure your business stays in motion even if a part breaks down, the latest of which is the B-RAD BL S. Equipped with a built-in transducer, the B-RAD BL S offers optimal torque accuracy and data logging. With torque check functionality, the new battery-powered torque wrench offers longer battery life.
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How Can You Speed Up Automotive Manufacturing?
Join DESTACO’s Automotive Manufacturing Insights Digital Event, Sept 22nd 8am to 1pm EST. A total of five 15 to 20-minute pre-recorded sessions will be available for event attendees to view and ask questions on, with information provided on new products, tips on improving quality, and ways to enhance speed and output in critical automotive-manufacturing operations.
- New product introductions
- Tips on improving speed & output
- Ask questions & share knowledge
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