Industry Trends
More machine builders turn to direct-drive torque motor modules
Market growth will return in 2013, driven by the growing number of applications which will be more than matched by the increasing number of suppliers. » more
Automation: It's a good start
Judicious use of automation can help successful organizations achieve the growth associated with productivity and profitability. » more
Power management: Automation enhances power management applications
Strategically approaching plant upgrades and automation projects can help users extend the serviceable life of their equipment while improving the efficiency, reliability, and safety of their... » more
A 'triple win' on energy management
GM's energy reduction effort delivers profits and cuts costs while helping the environment » more
Scouts gain Welding Badge as part of new partnership
Lincoln Electric offers hands-on training with robotic simulator for the Boy Scouts of America » more
Global PV installations to exceed 35 GW in 2013; Asia, Americas more than compensate for ailing Europe
Global PV installations surpassed 30 GW in 2012, with a final analysis showing that installations grew 14% to reach 31.4 GW last year. » more
'Integrated Industry' theme opens 2013 Hannover Messe
Bosch-Rexroth wins Hermes award for innovation; Putin, Merkel speak at ceremony » more
Mobility underused with EAM, CMMS data: IFS study
Report finds low adoption of handheld for data sharing » more
Energy storage tops the list of requirements for PV inverter buyers
A new survey of more than 400 global photovoltaic inverter customers has revealed a rapidly growing need for energy storage in PV systems. » more
PMI index dips in March, but stays on growth path
Unexpected drop to 51.3% disappoints analysts, stock market » more
Manufacturing ‘resurgence’ possible with accelerated effort
MAPI, Aspen Institute report says ‘disciplined’ approach needed to address tax, energy, export and Skills Gap issues » more
ARC President: Pick up the pace of technology adoption
Rapid growth of devices, technology use requires faster implementation on plant floor » more
More machine builders turn to direct-drive torque motor modules Market growth will return in 2013, driven by the growing number of applications which will be more than matched by the increasing number of suppliers. » more
National Engineering Forum to focus on key issues in national meetings
Capacity, capability and competitiveness are topics in year-long discussion series » more
Capacity, capability and competitiveness are topics in year-long discussion series » more
Minnesota manufacturers see short-term challenges, long-term growth
Health care, workforce and taxes contribute to a cautious outlook, survey finds » more
Health care, workforce and taxes contribute to a cautious outlook, survey finds » more
NAM praises Senate immigration reform legislation
Association: “We are on the right track and moving forward” » more
Association: “We are on the right track and moving forward” » more
Automation: It's a good startJudicious use of automation can help successful organizations achieve the growth associated with productivity and profitability. » more
Power management: Automation enhances power management applicationsStrategically approaching plant upgrades and automation projects can help users extend the serviceable life of their equipment while improving the efficiency, reliability, and safety of their... » more
Measuring success: How GM scores on energy
GM shows how they earned the Energy Star Challenge from the Environmental Protection Agency » more
GM shows how they earned the Energy Star Challenge from the Environmental Protection Agency » more
A 'triple win' on energy managementGM's energy reduction effort delivers profits and cuts costs while helping the environment » more
Scouts gain Welding Badge as part of new partnershipLincoln Electric offers hands-on training with robotic simulator for the Boy Scouts of America » more
NEP program guidelines should apply to any plant
An overview of the 14 elements that makes up the National Emphasis Program » more
An overview of the 14 elements that makes up the National Emphasis Program » more
Making sense of process safety
More than just a safety program, the National Emphasis Program focuses on change » more
More than just a safety program, the National Emphasis Program focuses on change » more
Simplified tax code helps small manufacturers
NTMA member Sam Griffith testifies before House committee looking at tax system overhaul » more
NTMA member Sam Griffith testifies before House committee looking at tax system overhaul » more
The ‘E’ needs to stand for ‘easy’ in e-commerce
Study finds customer experience hinders B2B online product sales » more
Study finds customer experience hinders B2B online product sales » more
Global PV installations to exceed 35 GW in 2013; Asia, Americas more than compensate for ailing EuropeGlobal PV installations surpassed 30 GW in 2012, with a final analysis showing that installations grew 14% to reach 31.4 GW last year. » more
'Integrated Industry' theme opens 2013 Hannover MesseBosch-Rexroth wins Hermes award for innovation; Putin, Merkel speak at ceremony » more
Mobility underused with EAM, CMMS data: IFS studyReport finds low adoption of handheld for data sharing » more
Energy storage tops the list of requirements for PV inverter buyersA new survey of more than 400 global photovoltaic inverter customers has revealed a rapidly growing need for energy storage in PV systems. » more
PMI index dips in March, but stays on growth pathUnexpected drop to 51.3% disappoints analysts, stock market » more
Manufacturing ‘resurgence’ possible with accelerated effortMAPI, Aspen Institute report says ‘disciplined’ approach needed to address tax, energy, export and Skills Gap issues » more
Manufacturing forecast: Executive summary
An executive summary of the new report commissioned by MAPI and The Aspen Institute on how policy changes could affect manufacturing in the coming decade. » more
An executive summary of the new report commissioned by MAPI and The Aspen Institute on how policy changes could affect manufacturing in the coming decade. » more
MAPI president: Manufacturing is vital to wealth creation
The introductory letter to the new report issues by MAPI and The Aspen Institute on the need for accelerated policy changes in the manufacturing sector. » more
The introductory letter to the new report issues by MAPI and The Aspen Institute on the need for accelerated policy changes in the manufacturing sector. » more
Training programs focus on lubrication, MRO, steam boilers
Training is a critical issue for manufacturing, and with training budgets cut for some facilities, industry suppliers and associations are increasingly providing offsite training to help bridge that... » more
Training is a critical issue for manufacturing, and with training budgets cut for some facilities, industry suppliers and associations are increasingly providing offsite training to help bridge that... » more
Bosch Rexroth expanding hydraulics plant in S.C.
Company’s $80 million investment will transform warehouse into 260,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility » more
Company’s $80 million investment will transform warehouse into 260,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility » more
Training, mentoring needed to address skilled worker shortage
Placed workforce development on top of their list of plant floor issues in the 2012 Plant Engineering salary survey, which is an issue that will continue to be a problem if it is not addressed » more
Placed workforce development on top of their list of plant floor issues in the 2012 Plant Engineering salary survey, which is an issue that will continue to be a problem if it is not addressed » more
ARC President: Pick up the pace of technology adoptionRapid growth of devices, technology use requires faster implementation on plant floor » more
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