Industry Trends
President Obama announces expansion of Skills for America's Future initative
President Obama plans to expand Skills for America's Future program, which puts an emphasis on developing workers for the manufacturing industry as well as helping companies struggling during hard... » more
Manufacturing plant shares its history
Siemens' Norwood, Ohio, manufacturing plant, winners of Plant Engineering's 2009 Top Plant award, released a video detailing the plant's history. » more
ASSE drafts new legislation for U.S. Congress
Bill aims to change federal law to help improve U.S. oversight of workplace safety and health. » more
Website to share news, activities of House Manufacturing Caucus
The bipartisan House Manufacturing Congressional Caucus has launched a website to keep the public up to date on its activity and debates. » more
Signs point toward recovery for process automation market in 2011
The J.P. Morgan global manufacturing PMI edged up to 57.8 from 57.1 in January, marking the second-fastest reading ever in the global gauge. » more
Manufacturers struggling to find qualified plant workers
Even with unemployment near 9%, manufacturers are struggling to find enough skilled workers to meet modest job growth. » more
ISM number slip, but growth continues
PMI is down slightly from peak, but stays above 60 for fourth straight month » more
Reshoring becomes a data-driven discussion
Initiative’s TCO calculation determines the true cost of manufacturing » more
National manufacturing survey finds two-thirds intend to raise prices over next six months
Number planning price increases nearly doubles from six months ago as raw material and energy prices cause worry » more
AME reshoring initiatives help companies avoid global supply chain risk
Supply chain issues lead cause for promotion of reshoring part of a ‘rebirth of manufacturing jobs’ » more
In depth: 2011 so far, according to Hiram Urbina
Plant Engineering asked Hiram Urbina, plant manager for Eaton, about productivity, manufacturing recovery, and the challenges he’s faced at his plant in 2011. » more
Plant Engineering asked Hiram Urbina, plant manager for Eaton, about productivity, manufacturing recovery, and the challenges he’s faced at his plant in 2011. » more
In depth: Partnerships as a growth opportunity
Plant Engineering asked Doug Woods, president of AMT, about productivity, manufacturing recovery, and the challenges he’s faced in 2011. » more
Plant Engineering asked Doug Woods, president of AMT, about productivity, manufacturing recovery, and the challenges he’s faced in 2011. » more
Rare-earth magnet supply and cost issues
Dramatic price increases have occurred recently for rare-earth magnet materials, used in permanent magnet (PM) motors and electric generators. Supply shortages may also be in store for users of... » more
Dramatic price increases have occurred recently for rare-earth magnet materials, used in permanent magnet (PM) motors and electric generators. Supply shortages may also be in store for users of... » more
2011 Mid-Year Report: Question 1
Manufacturing leaders share the ways in which 2011 has met or exceeded their expectations. » more
Manufacturing leaders share the ways in which 2011 has met or exceeded their expectations. » more
2011 Mid-Year Report: Question 2
Manufacturing leaders share their views on the economy’s warning signs and what still needs to be done. » more
Manufacturing leaders share their views on the economy’s warning signs and what still needs to be done. » more
2011 Mid-Year Report: Question 3
Manufacturing leaders share their challenges within their operations that needed to be addressed in order to grow as a company. » more
Manufacturing leaders share their challenges within their operations that needed to be addressed in order to grow as a company. » more
IMS: Developing countries leading rebound in medium-voltage motors
Slow growth in U.S., Europe dims optimism in sector against rising economies in Asia, South America. » more
Slow growth in U.S., Europe dims optimism in sector against rising economies in Asia, South America. » more
In Depth: Taking a big step to establish a global footprint
Martin Engineering VP Jim Turner discusses the company's recent expansion into the Jiangsu Province of China. » more
Martin Engineering VP Jim Turner discusses the company's recent expansion into the Jiangsu Province of China. » more
Find the value of tablets on your plant floor
"Get ahead of the curve," Syclo's Kleban suggests at Mobile Conference. » more
"Get ahead of the curve," Syclo's Kleban suggests at Mobile Conference. » more
ISM data shows manufacturing growth cools
Manufacturing index drops close to 50% for first time in a year; new orders fall » more
Manufacturing index drops close to 50% for first time in a year; new orders fall » more
Forklifts revving up on plant floors
Investing and emphasis in new technology and safety for the machines and operators has become a higher priority for many companies. » more
Investing and emphasis in new technology and safety for the machines and operators has become a higher priority for many companies. » more
U.S. suppliers to connect with manufacturers at NTMA fair
The NTMA Contract Manufacturing Purchasing Fair will be held Sept. 7-8, 2011 at the Intercontinental Chicago O’Hare Airport Hotel. » more
The NTMA Contract Manufacturing Purchasing Fair will be held Sept. 7-8, 2011 at the Intercontinental Chicago O’Hare Airport Hotel. » more
President Obama announces expansion of Skills for America's Future initativePresident Obama plans to expand Skills for America's Future program, which puts an emphasis on developing workers for the manufacturing industry as well as helping companies struggling during hard... » more
Manufacturing plant shares its historySiemens' Norwood, Ohio, manufacturing plant, winners of Plant Engineering's 2009 Top Plant award, released a video detailing the plant's history. » more
ASSE drafts new legislation for U.S. CongressBill aims to change federal law to help improve U.S. oversight of workplace safety and health. » more
Delivering savings through energy monitoring
Energy efficiency is a critical issue for plant managers, so suppliers are working hard to come up with new ways to deliver solutions and strategies that are easy to implement and deliver a return on... » more
Energy efficiency is a critical issue for plant managers, so suppliers are working hard to come up with new ways to deliver solutions and strategies that are easy to implement and deliver a return on... » more
Website to share news, activities of House Manufacturing CaucusThe bipartisan House Manufacturing Congressional Caucus has launched a website to keep the public up to date on its activity and debates. » more
Rising labor costs in China may cause manufacturers to return to U.S.
Reinvestment during the next five years could usher in a ‘manufacturing renaissance’ as the U.S. becomes a low-cost country among developed nations. » more
Reinvestment during the next five years could usher in a ‘manufacturing renaissance’ as the U.S. becomes a low-cost country among developed nations. » more
Signs point toward recovery for process automation market in 2011The J.P. Morgan global manufacturing PMI edged up to 57.8 from 57.1 in January, marking the second-fastest reading ever in the global gauge. » more
Manufacturing technology consumption sees huge boost in March
Technology consumption was up 57.6% from February and almost twice as high as March 2010. » more
Technology consumption was up 57.6% from February and almost twice as high as March 2010. » more
Manufacturers struggling to find qualified plant workersEven with unemployment near 9%, manufacturers are struggling to find enough skilled workers to meet modest job growth. » more
ISM number slip, but growth continuesPMI is down slightly from peak, but stays above 60 for fourth straight month » more
Reshoring becomes a data-driven discussionInitiative’s TCO calculation determines the true cost of manufacturing » more
National manufacturing survey finds two-thirds intend to raise prices over next six monthsNumber planning price increases nearly doubles from six months ago as raw material and energy prices cause worry » more
AME reshoring initiatives help companies avoid global supply chain riskSupply chain issues lead cause for promotion of reshoring part of a ‘rebirth of manufacturing jobs’ » more
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