Precision bipolar forceps machining on a SW BA 321

SW worked with the customer to develop an efficient, space- and labor-saving solution centered around an automated BA 321 machining center, which mills the forceps halves.

Manufacturing technology orders down 31%

Contract machine shops decrease orders, OEMs continue to invest.

2023 USMTO adds $491 million

December 2023 U.S. Manufacturing Technology Orders Report totaled $491 million, up nearly 22% from November 2023, and nearly 12% above December 2022.

Flexxbotics robot compatibility with Makino technology

Flexxbotics next-gen machining environments using robotics with Makino equipment achieve higher yields, greater throughput, and increased profit/part.

Paths to automated, sustainable production

Connectivity, sustainability, and automation played a prominent role at EMO Hannover 2023 and for the future of manufacturing.

October 2023 US manufacturing technology orders

The latest report from AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology shows manufacturing technology orders up from September 2023, down from 2022.

Embracing a decade of distinction

Kitamura Machinery marks 90th anniversary milestone with grand celebration and commitment to future success.

Increase in turnover remains in double figures

No sign yet of a turnaround in orders for the machine tool industry.

Highlights from Mazak's DISCOVER 2023

In addition to touring the facilities, Dan Janka, president of Mazak USA, offered an overview of the company and what the state of manufacturing looks like.

August manufacturing technology orders grow 16.1% from July

Year-to-date orders reached $2.23 billion, 12.6% lower than the first eight months of 2022.

GROB machine tools, automation solutions

GROB Systems’ American built machine tools and automation solutions; insights into apprenticeship program in Bluffton, Ohio.