Metal Forming & Fabricating
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Machine Tool Orders Slow Down
Orders in July were $319.7 million, off 19 percent from June orders of $397 million.
The King of Cutting Sheet Metal Up to One Inch Thick
When jobs call for cutting sheet metal in thicknesses around one inch and under, waterjet and plasma cutting pale in comparison to laser cutting. Here are the reasons why it is the clear front runner for shops that compete in this type of work.
How to Mark Parts Made by Additive Manufacturing
In the hyper-competitive aerospace market, metal 3D printing is perfect for manufacturing complex aluminum and titanium parts with curves, holes or cavities in small runs or on a one-off basis. But industry standards impose high quality markings on aircraft components for traceability. How will suppliers of printed parts meet these standards?
How to Cure Paint on Steel and Aluminum Test Coupons
Take a closer look at how a No. 843 gas-heated cabinet oven from Grieve is currently being used for curing paint on steel and aluminum test coupons at one of their customer facilities.
Sneak Preview: FABTECH 2017
The 2017 edition of FABTECH is on track to be one of the largest metal fabrication events ever at the McCormick Place in Chicago from November 6-9. This special sneak peek provides technical reviews of some of the machinery, tooling, systems and accessories that will be exhibited to help you get a head start on navigating the show floor and managing your time while you’re there.
New Class of Graduate Apprentices at Ingalls Shipbuilding
These 123 new graduates will build the most complex warships the world has ever known.
ITAMCO Ramps Up Additive Manufacturing
They installed an EOS M 290 3D additive manufacturing printer in June and began shipping printed components to a medical device supplier in August.
Cincinnati Incorporated Names New Vice President
Rakesh Kumar is their new vice president of sales, marketing and service.
Aluminum Transportation Group Adds New Members
Alcoa and Tri-Arrows, both leaders in producing aluminum alloys for automotive applications, join ATG.
Mazak Optonics Hires National Sales Manager
Adam Smelewski is now in charge of their sales growth in North America.
ITA Lauds Industry Visionary and Pioneer
James Paddock receives their 2017 Lifetime Achievement Award for his work in the titanium industry.
MFG.com Named to Top 100 Great Supply Chain Partner List
The online manufacturing marketplace is recognized for outstanding systems and services for customers.
