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United States Vice President Mice Pence recently published an article on the WhiteHouse.gov in which declared that “American Manufacturing is Back.” It’s no secret that the American manufacturing industry has been on the decline in recent years. After World War … Read More

The New York Assembly is taking steps to strengthen the Empire State’s manufacturing industry, particularly its iron and steel sectors. Senate Bill S4073, also known as the “Buy American” policy, will require the NY government to buy products made in … Read More

Rust is a phenomenon that occurs when iron — or metals containing iron — are exposed to oxygen. Oxygen causes iron to “oxidize,” typically forming red oxide through a chemical reaction. When this occurs, the distinct red-colored rust may begin … Read More

Maintaining a fast and efficient workflow is critical to the success of a manufacturing company. If another company can manufacture goods in less time, they’ll be able to offer lower prices, giving them an upper hand on their competitors. So, … Read More

Steel is one of the world’s most versatile and widely used metals. Featuring a combination of iron and carbon, it’s used in applications such as aerospace, manufacturing, construction, telecommunications and more. However, there are different types of steel, one of … Read More

If you’re looking to buy screws, you’ll need to choose between metal or wood. While there are dozens if not hundreds of different types of screws, most fall under the category of wood or metal, depending on the application in … Read More

Manufacturing engineering refers to a segment of engineering that deals with manufacturing practices such as research, design, development, processes, machines, equipment, tools and specifications. There are “manufacturing engineers,” whom are responsible for converting raw materials into a finished product, all … Read More