For manufacturing, virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR) and mixed reality (MR) are seen as tools that can make training fun, dangerous tasks safer and corrective action more efficient. But what has especially attracted manufacturers of all sizes to explore extended reality (XR) solut…
Keeping costs under control is essential for the competitiveness and profitability of any metalworking operation. While there are many ways to…
Recent advancements in hydraulic technology have been a game-changer for manufacturers, empowering them to tackle longstanding challenges with…
The University of Maine has broken its own 2019 Guinness World Record for the largest polymer 3D printer on the planet.
GF Machining Solutions Inc. has devised a method of manufacturing knee implants with a surface finish smooth enough to skip the drag finishing…
When milling parts, there are two prominent choices for cutting tools—solid carbide and indexable cutters. Each has its unique features and ca…
For the past several years, GRG Design Inc. has been in expansion mode—make that rapid expansion. The Gainesville, Ga.-based firm, which has e…
Siemens AG has unveiled the SIMATIC Automation Workstation, which allows manufacturers to replace a hardware programmable logic controller (PL…
Getting a technical certification is a great way to boost contribution in your line of work. It encourages continuous learning, particularly f…