December 2011
Delivering warehouse productivity
Optimizing a warehouse depends on finding the right solution tailored to a company's individual material handling needs. » more
Palletizing options
The first step in choosing your palletizing equipment is analyzing the full range of products and packaging types running on your line. » more
November 2011
AME names five to Hall of Fame
Ceremony in Dallas also honors former AME leader Barbara Jacklin. » more
Parity in 2015: Tipping manufacturing toward U.S.
Boston Consulting Group study shows 2-3 million jobs could be headed back to the U.S. from China as costs, productivity balance out. » more
Yaskawa tops 1 million inverters manufactured
Company calls it 'a major milestone' to have made 1 million inverters in the U.S. » more
October 2011
September 2011
July/August 2011
Solar farm generates heat, lights, knowledge
Schneider Electric invests $6.25 million in Tennessee site to advance solar power research. » more
System cabling strategy can deliver hidden profits
Cutting installation time can allow labor to be distributed to other resources. » more
On the floor: Putting focus on continuous improvement
A series of incremental improvements is the secret to a plant’s success. » more
On the floor: Making magic by keeping machines running
The machine maintenance department is a plant’s backbone. » more
June 2011
Telling a true story about manufacturing
The grand opening of Volkswagen’s new plant was the culmination of years of planning and plenty of intense lobbying. » more
Ensuring MES delivers data-driven value
Take advantage of measurement to make better production decisions. » more
Best Practices: Are MERV ratings the right measure for dust collectors?
Many dust collector and filter manufacturers make claims about their products' performance, losing many end users in a world of boasts and promises. » more
Optimizing your HMI
Taking time to reevaluate workstations and interfaces can uncover countless ways to increase performance, optimize efficiency, and boost profitability. » more
OSHA asking for your views on health and safety
Coming to an email box near you soon: OSHA will conduct a wide-ranging survey of employer health and safety practices beginning this month. » more
May 2011
Ford, GM work together toward recovery
After a rough decade, auto giants learn, change, and rebound » more
Best Practices for Steam Trap Installation
A steam trap has two major functions, to remove condensate as quickly as it forms, and to prevent steam discharge. There are certain installation faults, which negatively affect the ability for traps... » more
Steam Quality – Plant Operations Require High Steam Quality
What is steam quality? Why is steam quality important? What are the effects of steam quality? How is steam quality measured? » more
Best Practices for Condensate System Piping
The best method for improving steam system energy efficiency, reducing chemical costs, and reducing make-up water costs is to return the maximum quantity of condensate to the boiler plant. » more
April 2011
Motor drive upgrades boost industrial plant performance
Today’s motor drive technologies offer virtually limitless design possibilities. Motion control offers a means to an end for OEM plant managers, integrators, and design engineers engaged in demanding... » more
Equipping business for success in an improving economy
Acquiring equipment to operate and grow is critical, and for smart businesses, equipment financing is a key acquisition strategy » more
OSHA's top 10 violations worth reviewing
The top 10 citations issued by OSHA against construction and general industry seldom change, but they are always worth reviewing as the most frequently overlooked areas of compliance » more
March 2011
PTFE cable doesn't require cable dividers with cable chain
Several polytetrafluoroethylene high flex, clean cable solutions from Gore include High Flex Flat Cable, Trackless High Flex Cable, and High Flex Round Cable » more
Smart efficiency theme as global event debuts new technology
With 13 international trade fairs scheduled – and with the hope of no volcanic interruptions this year – the 2011 edition of Hannover Messe will take place April 4-8, 2011 in Hannover, Germany. » more
Woods: It’s time to invest in manufacturing
Woods will be addressing the challenges of manufacturing as the keynote speaker at the 2011 Manufacturing/Automation Summit this month in Chicago. In advance of that event, Woods shared his thoughts... » more
January/February 2011
Proper cabling a critical choice for VFD systems
By integrating some logical steps into choosing the correct VFD cabling system, you can ensure many years of trouble-free service for your drives. The selection criteria for the proper cable system... » more
2010 Plant Engineering Salary Survey
Inside the mind of the plant manager: As the economy improves, manufacturers still face skilled worker shortage. The worst manufacturing decline in 80 years may be over, according to readers of Plant... » more
Engineers Week sparks interest in young engineers
Engineers Week offers a variety of programs created to generate interest for young students in engineering, science, and technology. » more
Automation Technologies take center stage at Automate 2011
Integration of automation, robotics, machine vision demos featured at Automate 2011 in Chicago, March 21-24, 2011. » more
Delivering warehouse productivityOptimizing a warehouse depends on finding the right solution tailored to a company's individual material handling needs. » more
Palletizing optionsThe first step in choosing your palletizing equipment is analyzing the full range of products and packaging types running on your line. » more
2011 Leader Under 40: Nina Andgren, 36
Maintenance Engineer, Upper Occoquan Service Authority (UOSA) » more
Maintenance Engineer, Upper Occoquan Service Authority (UOSA) » more
Plugging the skills gap: Grant puts technology in hands of students
SME and Siemens team up for a $500K donation to a Florida high school. » more
SME and Siemens team up for a $500K donation to a Florida high school. » more
When rolling out CMMS, make sure everyone gets involved
Enterprise-level CMMS promotes superior maintenance operations across the organization by sharing PMs and other best practices. » more
Enterprise-level CMMS promotes superior maintenance operations across the organization by sharing PMs and other best practices. » more
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AssetPoint, Schneider Electric team up on energy solutions
Partnership to provide greater visibility of energy asset performance metrics » more
Partnership to provide greater visibility of energy asset performance metrics » more
SME endows Walker Foundation Scholarship fund to $2 million
In honoring past Education Foundation chairman Earl E. Walker, association creates $100,000 a year scholarships » more
In honoring past Education Foundation chairman Earl E. Walker, association creates $100,000 a year scholarships » more
AME names five to Hall of FameCeremony in Dallas also honors former AME leader Barbara Jacklin. » more
Parity in 2015: Tipping manufacturing toward U.S.Boston Consulting Group study shows 2-3 million jobs could be headed back to the U.S. from China as costs, productivity balance out. » more
Yaskawa tops 1 million inverters manufacturedCompany calls it 'a major milestone' to have made 1 million inverters in the U.S. » more
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Industrial automation show debuts in 2012
Hannover Messe, CFE Media partner on IANA event at 2012 IMTS Show » more
Hannover Messe, CFE Media partner on IANA event at 2012 IMTS Show » more
Molnar: “We need an innovation policy”
New NIST Chief Manufacturing Officer speaks at imX event on ways to grow manufacturing » more
New NIST Chief Manufacturing Officer speaks at imX event on ways to grow manufacturing » more
Rep. Manzullo: Jobs bill needs further work, more incentives
In an era of polarization in Washington, there is a Manufacturing Caucus headed by U.S. Reps. Don Manzullo (R-IL) and Tim Ryan (D-OH) that works to bring legislation to assist manufacturers. » more
In an era of polarization in Washington, there is a Manufacturing Caucus headed by U.S. Reps. Don Manzullo (R-IL) and Tim Ryan (D-OH) that works to bring legislation to assist manufacturers. » more
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Solar farm generates heat, lights, knowledgeSchneider Electric invests $6.25 million in Tennessee site to advance solar power research. » more
System cabling strategy can deliver hidden profitsCutting installation time can allow labor to be distributed to other resources. » more
Don’t generate energy before you generate a plan
The matter of generating energy is well-engineered and well-understood. How we use energy, and how much of it we use, on the other hand, is still mostly a mystery for most end users. » more
The matter of generating energy is well-engineered and well-understood. How we use energy, and how much of it we use, on the other hand, is still mostly a mystery for most end users. » more
On the floor: Putting focus on continuous improvement A series of incremental improvements is the secret to a plant’s success. » more
On the floor: Making magic by keeping machines runningThe machine maintenance department is a plant’s backbone. » more
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Telling a true story about manufacturingThe grand opening of Volkswagen’s new plant was the culmination of years of planning and plenty of intense lobbying. » more
Ensuring MES delivers data-driven valueTake advantage of measurement to make better production decisions. » more
Best Practices: Are MERV ratings the right measure for dust collectors?Many dust collector and filter manufacturers make claims about their products' performance, losing many end users in a world of boasts and promises. » more
Optimizing your HMITaking time to reevaluate workstations and interfaces can uncover countless ways to increase performance, optimize efficiency, and boost profitability. » more
OSHA asking for your views on health and safetyComing to an email box near you soon: OSHA will conduct a wide-ranging survey of employer health and safety practices beginning this month. » more
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Invensys, ACM partner on process safety
Invensys Operations Management will be the exclusive provider of a process safety decision-support solution from ACM Facility Safety, a division of ACM Automation Inc. » more
Invensys Operations Management will be the exclusive provider of a process safety decision-support solution from ACM Facility Safety, a division of ACM Automation Inc. » more
Ford, GM work together toward recoveryAfter a rough decade, auto giants learn, change, and rebound » more
Best Practices for Steam Trap InstallationA steam trap has two major functions, to remove condensate as quickly as it forms, and to prevent steam discharge. There are certain installation faults, which negatively affect the ability for traps... » more
Steam Quality – Plant Operations Require High Steam QualityWhat is steam quality? Why is steam quality important? What are the effects of steam quality? How is steam quality measured? » more
Best Practices for Condensate System PipingThe best method for improving steam system energy efficiency, reducing chemical costs, and reducing make-up water costs is to return the maximum quantity of condensate to the boiler plant. » more
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Motor drive upgrades boost industrial plant performanceToday’s motor drive technologies offer virtually limitless design possibilities. Motion control offers a means to an end for OEM plant managers, integrators, and design engineers engaged in demanding... » more
Equipping business for success in an improving economyAcquiring equipment to operate and grow is critical, and for smart businesses, equipment financing is a key acquisition strategy » more
Best Practices: The soft side of Root Cause Analysis
Eliminate the risk of recurrence of an undesirable event by identifying root causes and taking corrective action » more
Eliminate the risk of recurrence of an undesirable event by identifying root causes and taking corrective action » more
Maintenance planning, scheduling deliver to the bottom line
What are the savings if an organization moves from breakdown maintenance to more planned and scheduled maintenance? » more
What are the savings if an organization moves from breakdown maintenance to more planned and scheduled maintenance? » more
OSHA's top 10 violations worth reviewingThe top 10 citations issued by OSHA against construction and general industry seldom change, but they are always worth reviewing as the most frequently overlooked areas of compliance » more
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Gearbox coatings
OKS-G and OKS-S coatings provide protection in indoor installations in heated rooms with air humidity up to 90% » more
OKS-G and OKS-S coatings provide protection in indoor installations in heated rooms with air humidity up to 90% » more
In-stock shipping program
Guaranteed In-Stock Partner program offers ready-to-ship inventory levels for up to 50 difference industrial vibrator products » more
Guaranteed In-Stock Partner program offers ready-to-ship inventory levels for up to 50 difference industrial vibrator products » more
PTFE cable doesn't require cable dividers with cable chainSeveral polytetrafluoroethylene high flex, clean cable solutions from Gore include High Flex Flat Cable, Trackless High Flex Cable, and High Flex Round Cable » more
Smart efficiency theme as global event debuts new technologyWith 13 international trade fairs scheduled – and with the hope of no volcanic interruptions this year – the 2011 edition of Hannover Messe will take place April 4-8, 2011 in Hannover, Germany. » more
Woods: It’s time to invest in manufacturingWoods will be addressing the challenges of manufacturing as the keynote speaker at the 2011 Manufacturing/Automation Summit this month in Chicago. In advance of that event, Woods shared his thoughts... » more
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Proper cabling a critical choice for VFD systemsBy integrating some logical steps into choosing the correct VFD cabling system, you can ensure many years of trouble-free service for your drives. The selection criteria for the proper cable system... » more
2010 Plant Engineering Salary SurveyInside the mind of the plant manager: As the economy improves, manufacturers still face skilled worker shortage. The worst manufacturing decline in 80 years may be over, according to readers of Plant... » more
Engineers Week sparks interest in young engineersEngineers Week offers a variety of programs created to generate interest for young students in engineering, science, and technology. » more
Automation Technologies take center stage at Automate 2011Integration of automation, robotics, machine vision demos featured at Automate 2011 in Chicago, March 21-24, 2011. » more
Cloud computing breaks through as a useful data management tool
Manufacturers are turning to cloud computing to work more effectively while saving money in the process. The cloud has the power to change the way manufacturers conduct business. » more
Manufacturers are turning to cloud computing to work more effectively while saving money in the process. The cloud has the power to change the way manufacturers conduct business. » more
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