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Risk-taking leads to big results By Kenny Vigil | Sandia National Laboratories ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.—Robert Petterborg saw an opportunity to improve a critical part used to test a deterrence system. Using his spare time at work and with the help of his Sandia colleagues,...

Paradigm-shifting design-build solutions require finding a company that thrives on seemingly  impossible industrial design and manufacturing challenges. By Del Williams HUNTLEY, Ill.—Industrial manufacturers understand the importance of efficient and streamlined...

The printed solenoids could enable electronics that cost less and are easier to manufacture—on Earth or in space. Adam Zewe | MIT News Imagine being able to build an entire dialysis machine using nothing more than a 3D printer. This could not only reduce costs and...

Riten Industries applies a mix of inspection, analysis, engineering execution, and inventory backup to eliminate costly machine downtime due to tailstock failure. February 2024 The following article was contributed by Riten Industries, Inc. WASHINGTON COURT HOUSE,...

Researchers are pursuing developments from computer chips to quantum devices that could have big impacts on manufacturing. Recently, National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) staff asked some of NIST’s postdoctoral researchers—William “Drew” Borders, Trey...

With forged part demand ramping up worldwide, working with an experienced OEM to rebuild equipment is often the fastest, most cost-effective way to increase production. By Del Williams Today, global demand for rebuilt forging equipment is surging. Robust demand for...

To efficiently pulverize industrial materials, the many internal hammers are forged, hardened, and then ground down to create the optimal impact edge, minimize vibration, and fit within tight clearances. By Del Williams Hammer mills are essential pieces of industrial...

By Jake Malooley October 13, 2023 Argonne researchers draw on multidisciplinary expertise to develop cutting-edge technologies and techniques vital to the manufacturing sector. Our ability to make things—from electronics to automobiles to food—and make them better...

The GRIT cobot from Kane Robotics is reported to be the first collaborative robot built specifically for composites sanding and weld grinding. By Mark Shortt One of the technologies on display at the WESTEC/AeroDef 2023 trade show in November was a collaborative robot...

Foreign and domestic manufacturers are increasingly choosing to manufacture in the U.S. By Mark Shortt The United States continues to experience a record-breaking surge of reshored manufacturing and foreign direct investment (FDI), with international geopolitical...

Specialty forgers can manufacture custom, high-quality, seamless rolled rings in a variety of materials and finishes in as little as eight weeks. By Del Williams A wide range of industries, such as aerospace, automotive, mining, oil and gas, machinery manufacturing,...

Their new technique can produce furniture-sized aluminum parts in only minutes. Adam Zewe | MIT News MIT researchers have developed an additive manufacturing technique that can print rapidly with liquid metal, producing large-scale parts like table legs and chair...

Industrial Hard Carbon’s protective coatings are reported to improve performance and durability of parts used in a range of critical machinery and equipment. By Mark Shortt The expertise of a small precision engineering firm in Denver, North Carolina has been a...

By Nathan Ginty The 51 Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) Centers that make up the MEP National Network™ work to enhance the competitiveness of small and medium-sized manufacturers (SMMs) within the United States. Although each MEP Center operates independently...

Antron Engineering & Machine has earned a reputation as an expert provider of precision machined parts and product assemblies. By Mark Langlois BELLINGHAM, Mass.—A provider of precision CNC machining services with a process engineering approach, Antron Engineering...