Economy

Orders for machines and cutting tools are up even as economy slows.

Growth in U.S. manufacturing is expected to slow next year, but a gloomy picture is not on the horizon.

Weathering the 'offshoring' storm

This article reports the results of a survey of shop owners. The survey found the executives worried about finding and retaining help and customers and keeping up with technology. It’s not all gloom and doom, however. The survey also found respondents upbeat about their business and the economy in general.

Machinist's Corner: It is a great time to be in manufacturing. For qualified workers that means better wages and benefits.

Why resurrecting an old piece of iron with a new control may financially make sense.

Machine Technology: Researchers are close to developing a precision robotic arm for more economical milling.

Interest in cryptocurrencies is grabbing the attention of companies across the gamut of industries, including metalcutting.