Industry News

News • March 2, 2018

Vero Software Ltd. hires Chris LaFleur

In response to continued growth throughout the U.S., Vero Software Ltd., Cheltenham, England, hired Applications Engineer Chris LaFleur to deliver technical support to users of the Edgecam and Surfcam brands.

News • February 27, 2018

OSG USA Inc. announces scholarship winners

OSG USA Inc., Glendale Heights, Ill., recognized the recipients of its inaugural "Shaping Your Dreams" scholarship program, which was created to assist students in fulfilling their educational goals in the fields of machining, manufacturing and engineering.

News • February 25, 2018

Mahr Inc. hires Lara Rapport

Mahr Inc., Providence, R.I., announced that Lara Rapport joined the company as quality manager to support its continued growth and ongoing commitment to excellence.

News • February 25, 2018

GF Machining Solutions LLC announces new distributors

GF Machining Solutions LLC, Lincolnshire, Ill., a supplier of high-precision machine tools and automation services, has strengthened its distribution network to include new partners in two key U.S. manufacturing regions.

News • February 25, 2018

Solar Atmospheres of California Inc. facility expansion complete

Solar Atmospheres of California Inc., Fontana, Calif., completed its most recent facility expansion.

News • February 21, 2018

Campus visits by employers benefit students

Northern Maine Community College officials know the value of strong relationships among employers, educators and students, as evidenced by three campus visits from General Electric Co., Pratt & Whitney and the Associated General Contractors of Maine Inc. One of the visits was for students in the precision machining technology program.

News • February 21, 2018

Hardinge Inc. acquired by Privet Fund Management

Hardinge Inc., Elmira, N.Y., an international provider of metalcutting solutions and accessories, entered into a definitive merger agreement under which Hardinge will be acquired by an affiliate of Privet Fund Management LLC, Atlanta. Under the terms of the agreement, Privet Fund Management will acquire all shares of Hardinge common stock not currently owned by Privet Fund Management for $18.50 in cash, for a total transaction value of approximately $245 million.

News • February 18, 2018

Gear Motions Inc. announces retirement of Samuel R. Haines

Samuel R. Haines retired from his position as CFO of Gear Motions Inc., Syracuse, N.Y., following 44 years of service.

News • February 18, 2018

Tungaloy Corp. partners with MachiningCloud Inc.

Tungaloy Corp., Iwaki, Japan, and MachiningCloud Inc., Camarillo, Calif., are partnering to provide Tungaloy product data in the cloud.

News • February 18, 2018

Vero Software Ltd. hires Darin Weatherbee

In step with the ongoing growth of its Edgecam and Surfcam solutions, Vero Software Ltd., Cheltenham, England, hired Applications Engineer Darin Weatherbee to expand its support network.

News • February 17, 2018

Röhm Products of America appoints regional sales managers

Röhm Products of America, Suwanee, Ga., a provider of clamping and gripping technology for the metalworking industry, has appointed three regional sales managers to support growing sales of the company's chucks, centers, vises, tool clamping and automation systems, as well as customized solutions for turning, milling, drilling and grinding.

News • February 17, 2018

Vero Software Ltd. hires Kevin Wedderburn

Vero Software Ltd., Cheltenham, England, hired Application Engineer Kevin Wedderburn to support customers who use the company's SMIRT software products for the tooling industry.nn