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Fine Tubes Appoints Phil Adderley as Technical and Quality Director

Fine Tubes the Plymouth, UK-based manufacturer and global supplier of precision tubes for the most demanding applications, announced the appointment of Phil Adderley as Technical and Quality Director. As part of his new role, Mr Adderley will have overall responsibility…
Bob McKee to Retire from CIMCOOL®, Jack Teat to Assume Presidency

McKee will work closely with his successor, Jack Teat, to assure a seamless leadership transition for this global, legacy business.
Samco Machinery forms business alliance with VAPTECH
A global leader in the roll forming industry has aligned itself with an innovative European firm to bring enhanced efficiencies, creativity and service.
TRUMPF Reaccredited as an Authorized Provider of IACET Continuing Education Units
The accreditation period extends for five years, and includes all programs offered or created during that time.
Aluminum Extruders Council Recognizes Rand Baldwin with Distinguished Service Award
The presentation of the Distinguished Service Award was unique in that it had never been presented to an individual outside of an AEC member company.
Memex Automation, 5ME Join Partners in THINC

They join more than 40 technology leaders focused on developing specialized manufacturing systems to increase the competitiveness of Okuma’s customers.
MTI Systems Inspires Manufacturing Career Interest by Donating to FIRST Tech Challenge Robotics Club
These programs have been successfully encouraging career-minded students to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering and manufacturing.
Shops Investing More in Material Handling and Software

The 2014 Equipment Leasing & Finance U.S. Economic Outlook reports that investment in manufacturing equipment and software is expected to grow 4.2 percent this year, bolstered particularly over the next 3-6 months by new material handling systems.
D&S Manufacturing Receives WTCS Futuremakers Partner Award

The company was recognzied for its broad based support and longstanding partnership with Western Technical College and being a driving force in establishing the Jackson County Welding Skills Institute, which serves to provide training for welders in the Black River Falls area.
Magnet Applications Celebrates 50 Years
In its first 50 years, Magnet Applications has become known for manufacturing magnets and magnet assemblies, supplying machined components and rapid prototypes, and building magnetizing fixtures.
Automation International, Inc., Acquires A.I. Welders Ltd. U.K.
The acquisition adds to Automation International’s established role as an industry leader in the design and manufacture of automated welding equipment including metal forming, production equipment, welding, assembly and spinning.
Reshoring Initiative® Wins 2014 Manufacturing Leadership Award
Founder Harry Moser leads effort to encourage manufacturers to bring jobs back to United States.