Industry News

News • July 17, 2019

7D Kinematic Metrology Inc. acquires iGPS dynamic tracking business

Leuven. Nikon Metrology announced today that Canadian based 7D Kinematic Metrology Inc, has acquired Nikon Metrology's iGPS dynamic tracking business.

News • July 17, 2019

Jeff Kaveney promoted at Eriez Manufacturing Co.

Erie, PA—Senior Sales Director of Eriez-USA Dave Heubel announces that Jeff Kaveney has been named Director of Sales and Product Management.

News • July 17, 2019

Beaumont Machine Inc. relocates

As company president Ed Beaumont explains, "We needed a fresh start and we were committed to making it happen, on every level, from our physical location to the machine offerings to the markets served and more."

News • July 17, 2019

Handling Systems International Inc. purchases manufacturing facility

Handling Systems International, Inc. (La Grange, IL) recently announced the purchase of a new 57,000 sq. ft manufacturing facility in McCook, IL.

News • July 17, 2019

Vallen names Rick Harris as director of metalworking

Vallen Distribution Inc., a leader in indirect industrial supplies, technical safety services and integrated solutions, has named Rick Harris as director of metalworking. Harris will be responsible for all metalworking-related functions, including training and marketing, and managing relationships with suppliers and metalworking specialists.

News • July 11, 2019

AT&T becomes member at MxD to boost 5G innovation

MxD and AT&T announced they are working together to help accelerate the deployment of 5G to the U.S. manufacturing industry. AT&T is collaborating with MxD (Manufacturing times Digital) to install 5G technology and Multi-access Edge Compute (MEC) within MxD's Chicago-based innovation center dedicated to advancing manufacturing innovation.

News • July 8, 2019

Sandvik Coromant and PARC partner to advance digital manufacturing

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.

News • July 3, 2019

ARCH announces the acquisition of Siem Tool

ARCH, a Jordan Company platform company that is focused on manufacturing precision cutting tools, precision machined components and medical implants and instruments, has acquired Siem Tool Co., Latrobe, Pennsylvania. Siem Tool is a manufacturer of customized solid-carbide drills, endmills, reamers, thread mills and form tools. Siem Tool will join ARCH's Cutting Tools division.

News • June 20, 2019

The time is now for the smart factory

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.

News • June 19, 2019

100 Japanese manufacturers harness blockchain to share data

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.

News • June 18, 2019

Next-generation manufacturing technology helps early adopters

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.

News • June 6, 2019

Kevin Pahl promoted

Cincinnati, OH -- Kevin Pahl has joined the sales team at Cleaning Technologies Group, LLC as a Regional Sales Manager, effective January 2019.