Targeting the Skills Gap in Forming and Fabricating July 24, 2020 As in other industries, U.S. forming and fabricating companies are experiencing a critical shortage of skilled labor. In this SME Media podcast, Alan Rooks, Editor in Chief of Manufacturing Engineering magazine, talks with Robert Tessier, National Director of Advanced Fabrication Technologies for Airgas about the skills gap in the forming and fabricating industry; changes needed in the education system to fill the need for skilled labor; how automation factors into efforts to reduce the skills gap; and efforts at Airgas to develop workers for manufacturing operations, including a special program for military veterans.
Flexibility and Thorough Support for Good Measure September 13, 2023 Discover how Driven Precision Engineering, a small business specializing in precision machining for Formula One teams, found a tailored solution with LK Metrology's CMM technology, revolutionizing their quality control processes for high-speed racing components.
25 Leaders Transforming Manufacturing June 7, 2022 Our annual celebration of leaders from every aspect of manufacturing who are bringing it into the future.
Metalformers Expect Little Change in Economic Activity September 22, 2022 Metalforming companies continue to expect little change in business conditions during the next three months, the Precision Metalforming Association (PMA) .
IMTS Returns After a Four-Year Hiatus September 12, 2022 The International Manufacturing Technology Show set up shop today after a four-year break stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Workforce Engineering—How to Solve the Skills Gap March 8, 2022 The best way to solve the skills gap is to ignite the already existing and yet dormant fuel of curiosity inside of young minds.
BLM GROUP Enhances Automatic Laser Cutting Systems April 21, 2020 New capability adapts process parameters for optimal results independent of operator experience for its LT Fiber EVO and CO2-type LT722D.
OMAX to Host Virtual Tradeshow Showcasing Waterjet Cutting Technology May 21, 2020 OMAX Corp. will host a virtual tradeshow on May 28 at 9 a.m. PDT featuring the company’s latest abrasive waterjet cutting technologies.
Processing Advanced Materials: Vacuum Curing and Debulking October 4, 2023 By improving efficiency, reducing labor costs, and enhancing product quality, vacuum tables offer aerospace manufacturers a competitive edge in the production of composite parts and adhesive-bonded structures.
FABTECH 2023: A Gathering of Industry Leaders, Innovators and Experts September 20, 2023 Unlocking the Future of Manufacturing: Key Insights from FABTECH 2023