Bob Vavra, Content Manager, CFE Media
Articles
Manufacturing ends 2017 with another strong performance
PMI jumps to 59.7% in December and finishes the year up more than 15%.
Maintaining our focus on improvement
As 2017 winds to a close, we take a look back at one of the most tumultuous years in recent history.
Hurricanes create an ill wind, but PMI remains strong
Manufacturing index falls to 58.7% but stays in growth mode despite price increases.
The singular measurement of safety
Despite changing politics, OSHA violations have largely remained the same. However, when measured using the Liberty Mutual Worker Safety Index, cost of injuries is down $2B from 2016. Whichever way you measure it, safety remains one of the biggest challenges in today's workplace.
Manufacturing is booming: PMI hits 13-year high
September’s 60.8 reading is 20% above growth level as prices continue to climb.
Plant Engineering editor to moderate Smart Factory World Symposium Oct. 26
FORCAM-sponsored event to highlight importance of IIoT for American manufacturing
The individuality of manufacturing
Each engineering recruit has a unique skill set and background. By approaching the hiring and training process with an individualized approach, you can help foster and mold future industry leaders.
Mobility a driver in digital transformation: study
IFS report finds devices deliver useful information to the field, even if a majority aren’t yet using it.
Hannover Messe USA to debut in 2018
Co-located with IMTS, newly-branded show will build on German trade event.
“Manufacturing is ‘steady and strong’”
The Institute for Supply Management's (ISM's) purchasing manufacturers' index (PMI) hits six-year high in August, jumps to 58.8%.