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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
Achieving effective selective coordination design
The concept of full selective coordination has changed the way engineers must think when designing electrical distribution systems. » more
Cordless drill/driver series
The D5140 1/2 drill/driver is designed with a 16-position clutch that allows the user to apply the right speed for any surface area including metal, wood and plastic. » more
Where to start? Building a world class MRO process
In practice, it’s easier to ‘build’ a world class MRO process from one that is mature and functioning, rather than from scratch. » more
Maintenance as a profit center
If you increase uptime, you increase capacity. That’s only possible if you develop a strategic approach to maintenance. » more
Four tips for sealing dock door gaps
Successful identification of problems can pay immediate dividends » 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
Spare parts lurking in corners? Let CMMS track them down
Companies spend a bundle on inventory management software to avoid overstocks and outages. But maintenance teams have a friend in CMMS. » more
Companies spend a bundle on inventory management software to avoid overstocks and outages. But maintenance teams have a friend in CMMS. » more
Reduced corrective maintenance is found money
Better management of corrective and preventive work orders means a more efficient maintenance team will provide workers more capacity and reduce unnecessary overtime » more
Better management of corrective and preventive work orders means a more efficient maintenance team will provide workers more capacity and reduce unnecessary overtime » 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
Achieving effective selective coordination designThe concept of full selective coordination has changed the way engineers must think when designing electrical distribution systems. » more
Is your maintenance strategy a profit center or a profit eater?
Set up a maintenance checklist to ensure your program is on the right track » more
Set up a maintenance checklist to ensure your program is on the right track » more
Providing a saner approach to maintenance
Conflict with operations can be solved with better data, better communication » more
Conflict with operations can be solved with better data, better communication » more
PM optimization as a routine
Without routines, you run the risk of causing undue suffering on the machinery parts or end up with a monumental mess to clean up. » more
Without routines, you run the risk of causing undue suffering on the machinery parts or end up with a monumental mess to clean up. » more
Cordless drill/driver seriesThe D5140 1/2 drill/driver is designed with a 16-position clutch that allows the user to apply the right speed for any surface area including metal, wood and plastic. » more
Where to start? Building a world class MRO processIn practice, it’s easier to ‘build’ a world class MRO process from one that is mature and functioning, rather than from scratch. » more
Thomas Perez nominated as next Labor Secretary
Obama says nominee will promote growth; GOP is critical of choice. » more
Obama says nominee will promote growth; GOP is critical of choice. » more
2012 POY Winners: Apps For Engineers
Award winners in the Apps for Engineers category for the Plant Engineering 2012 Product of the Year competition. » more
Award winners in the Apps for Engineers category for the Plant Engineering 2012 Product of the Year competition. » more
Manufacturing Council adds new members
Rockwell Automation’s Mike Laszkiewicz named chairman of 26-member council » more
Rockwell Automation’s Mike Laszkiewicz named chairman of 26-member council » more
Maintenance as a profit centerIf you increase uptime, you increase capacity. That’s only possible if you develop a strategic approach to maintenance. » more
Four tips for sealing dock door gapsSuccessful identification of problems can pay immediate dividends » more
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