Fabricating & Metal Work

JUNE 20, 2025

World Premiere for Tube Laser and Press Brake Machines At FABTECH, BLM GROUP USA (Novi, MI), will demonstrate the ways laser machines can work together with benders and press brakes to reduce or eliminate secondary processes downstream in an “All-In-One” functional solution in Booth A-2138.

Manufacturing

Manufacturing Tomorrow

JUNE 26, 2025

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Manufacturing

Manufacturing Tomorrow

AUGUST 11, 2025

LED Factory Success in Tajikistan Custom Brass CNC Machined Parts: Precision, Versatility, and Industrial Value I.C.Ts Engineered for precision control, even without feedback sensors, our F6 and S6 drives utilize advanced software and high-frequency output. For more information, visit www.redwoodlogistics.com.

Supply Chain

Gary Mintchell

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

This topic is slightly outside my usual area of expertise but shows extension of digital technologies (should we say even digital transformation?) into the machine shop market. Preparing jobs for CNC programming is easier with tailored design-for-manufacturing tools developed to accelerate the transition from planning to production.

Prototype 

Control Engineering

JULY 13, 2023

Learning Objectives Understand ways the Lift manufacturing innovation institute in Detroit is helping to advance automated metal forming, controls, training and optimization. Learn applications of CNC, robotic welding and metal-forming processes at the Freedman Seating Co., and manufacturing training at Jane Addams Resource Corp.

Automation

Dinesh Mishra

OCTOBER 1, 2023

Arun Upanal, Founder, Upanal CNC Solutions shares how his company has mastered the different channels and ways of engagement for positively influencing people and the environment Customer Delight In the competitive world of CNC solutions, one company stands out for its commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction: Upanal CNC Solutions.

Advanced manufacturing

Modern Machine Shop

JANUARY 31, 2023

Machine tool monitoring is not really just machine tool monitoring. When the activity report from a machine tool monitoring system shows a particular machine being out of cycle for an unexpected stretch of time, the cause of that lost productivity typically is not the machine itself. Photo: Harmoni.

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)

Mold Making Technology

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

a builder of CNC machine tools, controls and automation systems, has been recognized as a 2022 Top Workplace within the Charlotte-metro area of North Carolina. Okuma America says it is proud to represent the machine tool industry amongst the wide variety of industries that are included in this year’s list.

Automation

Modern Machine Shop

FEBRUARY 5, 2023

All photos by Modern Machine Shop. Visiting two of the world’s largest international machine tool trade shows within the span of two months last year was a lesson in contrasts — contrasts between the two host countries, the United States and Japan, and the cultures in which their manufacturing industries operate.

Automation

Modern Machine Shop

APRIL 23, 2023

Has your shop employed an automation solution — a process, technology or strategy that led to increased production, improved quality or lights-out machining — that you believe could help the cause of American manufacturing? Please read on. Nor is it unfamiliar to our readers.

Automation

Modern Machine Shop

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

My colleague Derek Korn and I were recently asked to select a metalworking and machining topic and conduct a live Q&A about it on the main stage at IMTS 2024 this past September. My column last month focused on grant opportunities for machine shops , which could be a viable path for capital expenditures in many situations.

Artificial Intelligence

Fabricating & Metal Work

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

manufacturing department, a move in recent years to a mix of parts manufactured for industries outside of the racing industry meant utilizing advanced machinery, such as CNC machines with high levels of automation, as well as carbide band saw blades. It is a complex part, so it takes a while to machine one of them,” Helms said.

Industry 4.0

Fabricating & Metal Work

DECEMBER 6, 2022

The Digital Twin in Create MyVirtual Machine software is among the programs VPE’s will use to assist customers with questions. Siemens recently introduced the Virtual Product Expert (VPE) support program for its CNC machine tool users, machine builders, dealers and importers. A dditional Machine Tool CNC Training: [link].

Function

The Automation Blog

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Modern manufacturing has paved the way for improved machinability, enhanced machine efficiency, and superior quality products. It handles the complexities of manufacturing various products, ensuring productivity and quality through diverse machining capabilities. Read on to find out more on this topic!

Automation

Additive Manufacturing

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Post-processing of 3D printed parts has been, until recently, a topic that was often tertiary to the process of additive manufacturing. Heat treatment of metal 3D printed parts is almost as important especially in cases where there are certain criteria for part strength or fatigue control. “On

Additive manufacturing

Fabricating & Metal Work

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

To assist in training the next generation of manufacturing professionals, ACU-RITE is offering deep discounts on its line of DRO’s and MILLPWR G2 CNC retrofit packages. See here Offering DRO systems for your mill, lathe, grinder and EDM as well as the MILLPWR G2 control package for your knee mill.

Manufacturing

Modern Machine Shop

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Following IMTS 2024, the Modern Machine Shop editorial team created a video detailing their takeaways from the show, highlighting increased robotic presence, advancements in automation, TASC – The Automated Shop Conference, the Smartforce Student Summit, our annual Top Shops event and more. Robots are also going mobile.

Robotics

Modern Machine Shop

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Okuma America Corporation , a leading builder of CNC machine tools, controls and automation systems, is recognized as a 2022 Top Workplace within the Charlotte-metro area of North Carolina. Photo Credit: Getty Images. This award recognition was granted by The Charlotte Observer , a leading media company in the region.

Automation

Dinesh Mishra

APRIL 7, 2023

The focus topic “Woodworking Transformation” at LIGNA 2023 outlines viable scenarios for the wood and furniture industry along the current and future lines of development in digitization, as well as solutions for the woodworking trade.

Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM)

Modern Machine Shop

AUGUST 1, 2023

a builder of CNC machine tools, controls and automation systems, has been nationally recognized as a 2023 Top Workplace, receiving two awards within the manufacturing industry and compensation and benefits categories. Photo Credit: Getty Images Okuma America Corp. , Okuma America Corp.

Automation

Fabricating & Metal Work

AUGUST 23, 2022

HEIDENHAIN offers machining software to enable virtual machining classes. Finding and keeping skilled professional CNC operators. The machine tool industry and respective CNC control producers have recognized the trend to new more flexible teaching tools for a while and many now offer modern and more engaging tools.

Manufacturing

Control Engineering

JULY 13, 2023

Learning Objectives Understand ways the Lift manufacturing innovation institute in Detroit is helping to advance automated metal forming, controls, training and optimization. Digital twin demonstration at the Lift manufacturing innovation institute in Detroit shows how machine vision and programming help optimize parts separation.

Form

Control Engineering

AUGUST 31, 2023

IT/OT convergence will be a part of the conversation as the phrase “Industrial Ops” starts to appear around the topic of industrial code. ” This integration can streamline processes, improve quality control and significantly reduce downtime.

Lean manufacturing

Modern Machine Shop

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Researchers use it to study a variety of topics, including generative AI, assembly, multirobot collaboration and programmable light curtains. The robotic test bed at Carnegie Mellon’s Manufacturing Futures Institute (MFI) features small Yaskawa robotic arms, autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) and light curtains for safety.

Robotics

Modern Machine Shop

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

CNC machining is digital sculpture. A machinist, programmer or engineer can imagine a form, and through the combination of powerful cutting and tiny increments of controlled motion, the form gracefully and precisely takes shape. Over three decades after first seeing a CNC machine tool, I have never stopped loving this.

3D printing

MEM

MAY 23, 2023

Big names exhibiting include ABB, CKF, FANUC, Festo, KUKA Robotics, Mills CNC, Piab, Pilz Automation, RM Group, Schubert and Yaskawa. Co-located with Automation UK is the UKIVA’s (UK Industrial Vision Association) , Machine Vision Conference (MVC) , a well-established and successful machine vision confex event.

Automation

Fabricating & Metal Work

AUGUST 28, 2023

Kapp Group, Nidec Machine Tool America LLC, and others will be showcasing products. The more than 300 exhibitors span the supply chain, including gear companies, machine tools suppliers, and electric drive solutions. More than 300 exhibitors will conduct demos and host seminars, as well as offer technical expertise.

Supply Chain

Trimantec

JANUARY 22, 2020

With this layout, all similar machines are grouped together in stations by functionality. Ensures expert input and quality control in designs, components, and eventually builds. Industrial Control Panels. Control panel enclosures , or electrical enclosures, are specially designed cabinets that hold industrial components.

Manufacturing

E&T

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Q5D Technologies Q5D's 5-axis CNC additive manufacturing robot is the first to automate wiring assembly. The team developed the Synthesized Scientific Data Kit (SDK), used to generate high-quality synthetic data for use in machine learning and data science tasks. The Young Pioneer is a People’s Choice category.

Robotics

Modern Machine Shop

JANUARY 23, 2023

Brent Donaldson, Editor-in-Chief of Modern Machine Shop: Welcome to Made in the USA, the podcast for Modern Machine Shop magazine that explores some of the biggest ideas shaping American manufacturing. I'm Brent Donaldson, Pete Zelinski, Editorial Director of Modern Machine Shop: I'm Pete Zelinski. So it was different.

Sourcing

ATS

OCTOBER 10, 2022

If these issues occur in production and quality control, the facility runs the risk of becoming liable for product malfunctions or other quality issues that can pose safety risks for end users. More than ever, machine health monitoring is important and easier with automation and Industry 4.0 Use automation and Industry 4.0 technology.

Manufacturing

Modern Machine Shop

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Modern Machine Shop ’s editorial team fanned out and hit all four halls of McCormick Place to learn more. Automation pushed into new territories this year, including automated in-process part inspection, automated data solutions for quality control, and fully integrated and automated production environments.

Automation

Mold Making Technology

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

The event highlighted how integrating cutting-edge technology, maximizing flexibility, embracing automation and using advanced control systems can position mold builders to capitalize on new business opportunities, achieve lights-out capabilities and lower operational costs.

3D printing

Modern Machine Shop

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Eighteen machines were displayed, performing live cutting demonstrations. CNC equipment of vertical/horizontal milling and turning solutions for high-speed, die/mold, heavy duty, multi-axis, multitasking and high-volume machining solutions across various FFG brands, including MAG, SMS, Feeler, Leadwell and FFG DMC were showcased.

Warehousing

Fabricating & Metal Work

JUNE 11, 2024

There is considerable hype around the topic of sustainability in the U.S. Efforts range from reducing energy to recycling and repurposing to utilizing digitalization technologies and eco-friendly machines. The machine reduces standby power by 50% when it is idling. The independent crowning improves longitudinal accuracy.

Automation

Fabricating & Metal Work

OCTOBER 2, 2022

With its standard industrial PC operator’s control, it automatically positions both the material length and required miter rotation with high precision. The PC controls also allow for a wide range of programming, functionality, customer information, and virtually unlimited program storage. Length tolerances are +/-.005” Booth B7513.

Automation

Fabricating & Metal Work

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Wintriss Controls Group had a successful FABTECH show from September 11-14, 2023 in Chicago, where it received tremendous interest from attendees about the latest, advanced features in its SmartPAC PRO Press Automation Controller and ShopFloorConnect ® OEE and Data Collection Software. The Wintriss booth at FABTECH 2023.

Discrete manufacturing