Management

Sandvik Coromant is strengthening its capabilities in digital manufacturing by signing a strategic research agreement with PARC, a Xerox company, world-renowned innovation center. PARC will provide Sandvik Coromant with a footprint in Silicon Valley and expert resources for R&D in the field of digital manufacturing.

Almost everyone has become accustomed to smart phones, smart televisions, and even the concept of smart cars. And technology has advanced far enough that people understand generally what expectations of functionality are associated with the use of the word “smart” in front of a word. But outside of the consumer product sphere, the companies that produce those goods, and all the “non-smart” goods as well, are beginning to benefit from the same technologies.

Mitsubishi Electric, DMG Mori and Yaskawa Electric are among 100 major Japanese manufacturers set to share production data with each other to improve efficiency, using blockchain technology to ensure their information remains secure.

Most manufacturers have invested in some type of technology to run their businesses, whether it's new equipment, robotics, software or business intelligence tools. Each year, Plex Systems Inc. conducts a survey that gathers insights on how manufacturers use technology to solve day-to-day challenges, as well as major industry challenges. The fourth annual State of Manufacturing Technology Report reveals that manufacturers investing in technologies that enable a connected environment are more resilient and optimistic about the challenges ahead.

Erie, PA—Senior Sales Director of Eriez-USA Dave Heubel announces the promotion of Darrell Milton to Director of Heavy Industry.

C.H. Hanson announced changes to its sales management structure and personnel.

Cleveland OH – Jergens announces that Matt Schron will succeed Bob Rubenstahl as the next General Manager.

Erie, PA— Eriez® announces that ARMAC, Inc., its longtime manufacturers’ representative based in Lynnfield, Massachusetts, has expanded its sales territory for the company to include upstate New York, western Vermont and Berkshire County, Massachusetts.

Value-added ALPHACAM reseller Park Industries of St. Cloud, Minnesota, was presented with an award naming the company ALPHACAM’s “No. 1 Global Reseller” earlier this year at International Surface Event-Stone Expo West 2019, which took place in Las Vegas, Nevada.