Modern Machine Shop News
Bank Touts Commitment To U.S. Machining Market
Financing new equipment purchases can be difficult in the current economic environment, especially for small manufacturers.
Read MoreAMT Reflects On Obama Proposals
AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology recognized the Obama administration’s “Manufacturing Framework For Revitalizing American Manufacturing” as an important step in revitalizing the country’s beleaguered manufacturing sector.In fact, the organization says the administration’s plan mirrors its own proposals to Congress last fall in many areas, including a strong commitment to research and development; expanding the advanced energy manufacturing tax credit; reforming export control policy; and adding to the ranks of the manufacturing workforce.
Read MoreMazak Automates Florence Parts Center
To remain competitive, manufacturers continually strive for shorter production lead times and reduced inventory, a trend that makes efficient equipment utilization important to the bottom line.
Read MoreBig Kaiser Opens New HQ
Cutting tool manufacturer BIG Kaiser Precision Tooling has opened a new corporate headquarters in Hoffman Estates, Illinois.
Read MoreCompetition Aims To Motivate Students
Mastercam CAM system developer CNC Software (Tolland, Connecticut) says its 2009-2010 Mastercam Innovator of the Future (IOF) competition will entice students with a real-world manufacturing challenge, a celebrity judge and a chance to win a scholarship and a trip to the judge’s headquarters.
Read MoreMori Lab Wins “Green” Certification
Mori Seiki’s Digital Technology Laboratory (DTL), a 71,000-square-foot laboratory and technical center in Davis, California, has achieved LEED Gold certification for sustainable design.
Read MoreGE, Fanuc Dissolve Joint Venture
GE and Fanuc have announced the completion of their agreement to dissolve the GE Fanuc Automation joint venture. Under the terms of the agreement, respective portions of the joint venture have reverted back to the parent company, allowing each to focus on its existing business and to pursue growth in its respective core industry of expertise.
Read MoreMSCI Tracks ‘08 Service Metal Shipments
In its annual survey of the major end-use markets for North American steel and aluminum shipments, the Metals Service Center Institute (MSCI) has identified fabricated metal products as the leading use of both steel and aluminum on the continent in 2008. Beyond that, however, the rankings of end-use markets (defined in the survey according to North American Industry Classification System, or NAICS, codes) differ markedly between the two metals.
Read MoreCAD/CAM Developer Announces Windows 7 Compatibility
CAD/CAM developer Missler Software has announced that its TopSolid software is compatible with Microsoft’s new Windows 7 operating system. According to the company, the software will benefit from the capabilities of Windows 7 on next-generation, touchscreen software, a development that will make 3D mechanical design easier to use.
Read MoreLatest CAM Offering To Debut At Annual Conference
DP Technology says the next iteration of its annual World Conference, which marks the introduction of the latest version of its Esprit CAM software, provides opportunities for attendees to learn how to get the most out of their machine tool and software investments. Scheduled for May 18-21 in Long Beach, California, The Esprit 2010 World Conference features suite of product training courses, business presentations and networking opportunities for the company’s user community.
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