Julia Hider Senior Editor

Julia Hider graduated from Ohio State University in 2014 with a B.A. in journalism, and joined Gardner Business Media as an assistant editor with Modern Machine Shop in 2017. She has served as an editor on several Gardner Business Media brands, including Production Machining and Additive Manufacturing Media. She is currently a senior editor for Modern Machine Shop as covering robotics for all Gardner Business Media brands. 

Sustainability at IMTS and Beyond

As sustainability becomes more critical for domestic manufacturing, European and Asian companies are bringing this politicized topic to the American market. 

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Building Bridges: The Power of Connection at IMTS 2024

Fostering connections between technology providers and forward-thinking manufacturers is not only vital to the health and security of the country, it also represents the theme of IMTS – The International Manufacturing Technology Show in September. IMTS 2024 will not only serve as the hub of those connections, but also promises to bring new perspectives and participants to the forefront of the show. Here’s our take on what to expect at IMTS 2024. 

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Automation

Automate 2024 Recap: Software Accelerates Robotics

One of the biggest themes at Automate 2024 was the use of software to make robots easier to use and more efficient.

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Turning Machines

Second B-Axis Improves Efficiency of Swiss-Type Machining

A highly stable, fully programmable B-axis on the subspindle of Nomura DS’s 20J3XBTC enables users to more quickly machine complex parts complete.

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The Benefits of In-House Toolmaking

The addition of two larger gantry routers has enabled a maker of rubber belting products to produce more tooling in-house, reducing lead times and costs for itself and its sister facilities.

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Automation

DMG MORI Event Showcases “Machining Transformation”

DMG MORI’s Chicago Innovation Days event featured technologies designed to address the difficulties manufacturers face today.

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Automation

Seeing Is Believing: 3D Vision System Enables Bin-Picking Robot

With the help of a 3D vision system and robotic arms from FANUC, MetalQuest was able to automate a physically challenging bin-picking task.

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Automation

The Softer Side of Robots: Increasing Automation’s Adaptability

Robotic applications are expanding thanks to rubber and silicone-based systems that can handle fragile materials or parts in varying sizes and shapes.

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Protecting Your Automation Investments

Shops need to look at their people, processes and technology to get the most of out their automation systems.

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Manufacturer, Integrator, Software Developer: Wolfram Manufacturing is a Triple Threat

Wolfram Manufacturing showcased its new facility, which houses its machine shop along with space for its work as a provider of its own machine monitoring software and as an integrator for Caron Engineering.

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Ballbar Testing Benefits Low-Volume Manufacturing

Thanks to ballbar testing with a Renishaw QC20-W, the Autodesk Technology Centers now have more confidence in their machine tools.

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Software

Hexagon Adopts the Suite Life

Hexagon has rearranged its software portfolio into five process-based suites, which include software for every step in the workflow as well as a new program that connects everything, increasing automation and collaboration.

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