Modern Machine Shop's Top 10 News Items from 2024
These are the Top 10 news stories that shaped the machining world this year! Catch up on the highlights and see how our industry is evolving.
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As 2024 comes to a close, Modern Machine Shop highlights the top 10 news stories that captivated readers this year. From productivity enhancements and machine accuracy improvements to AI-driven programming innovations and advanced manufacturing strategies, these stories reflect the industry’s focus on optimizing processes, embracing cutting-edge technologies, and addressing key challenges.
10. Mastercam Appoints New President
Susan Brandt is said to bring over 25 years of global business leadership and strategic expertise within B2B software, infrastructure design and engineering software.
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9. Lincoln Electric Partners With Bechtel Plant Machinery to Support US Navy
Source: Getty Images
Lincoln Electric will 3D print large-scale propulsion components measuring almost 10 feet in diameter and weighing up to 20,000 pounds.
8. 5th Axis Announces New Appointments to Sales Team
The company has appointed Eric Nekich to the position of vice president of sales, as well as brought on Sean Van Derel as a territory sales representative of the Chicago region.
7. Mastercam Appoints New CFO
Karen Gibbs will lead financial efforts in support of the company’s ongoing market expansion.
6. ModuleWorks Partners With DN Solutions to Develop Machine Tool Software
Wonjong Kim, CEO of DN Solutions (left) and Yavuz Murtezaoglu, founder and managing director of ModuleWorks (right). Source: Moduleworks
DN Solutions uses ModuleWorks’ software development resources to advance its automated machining cycles and user-assisted solutions.
5. Grob Systems Inc. Breaks Ground on Facility Expansion
The expansion project will add approximately 35% more production and shipping space to the existing facility, as well as create 200 new jobs.
4. New Scale Robotics Partners With FANUC to Automate Manual Gaging
This new partnership will enable the automation of manual gaging processes, helping manufacturers eliminate bottlenecks and improve productivity.
3. Allied Machine & Engineering Furthers Sustainability Effort
Allied Machine aims to reduce its carbon footprint with the installation of solar panels.
2. Alro Steel Opens New Facility in Iowa
The Cedar Rapids location will enable Alro to provide customers throughout Iowa with cut-to-size metals and next-day delivery.
1. Siemens Expands Additive Manufacturing Initiatives
The company has added new AM technology to its Charlotte Advanced Technology Collaboration Hub and plans to establish an AM advisory board.
