What is Agile Manufacturing?

Have you heard of agile manufacturing? This term refers to a methodology in the manufacturing industry that emphasizes the importance of responding to a customer or client’s needs in a timely manner, as well as making changes to adapt to … Read More

5 Reasons to Choose Industrial LED Lighting

Are you looking to buy new industrial lighting for your business? While there are many options from which to choose — light-emitting diode (LED), incandescent, cold cathode fluorescent lighting (CCFL), etc. — LED is often the preferred choice. So, what … Read More

Manufacturing PMI Reaches Highest Point Since 2014

The United States manufacturing industry is growing at a faster pace that what most analysts had predicted. In fact, the Institute of Supply Management (ISM) recently rated the market with a 57.7% PMI, which is 17% higher from January’s rating … Read More

President Trump Unveils Manufacturing Revival Team

One of the core principles of Trump’s Presidency campaign has been on revitalizing the American Manufacturing manufacturing — and for good reason. For nearly half a century and counting, manufacturing has played a vital role in the country’s economy. The … Read More

GE to Build Next-Generation Jet Engines

General Electric (GE) Aviation has announced plans to develop a new line of jet engines for Boeing’s upcoming passenger jet. The new engine, dubbed the GE9X, isn’t small. Developed for use with the Boeing 777X (wider than the Boeing 737), … Read More

Metal Fabrication Techniques Explained

Metal fabrication is a key segment of the country’s manufacturing industry. As explained by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), it involves a wide range of processes, including the smelting and/or refinement of metals, as well manufacturing metal alloys and … Read More

What is a Flexible Manufacturing System?

Flexible manufacturing systems are becoming more and more popular. As the name suggests, it revolves around the key principle of flexibility, allowing the system to react when changes are identified. To learn more about flexible manufacturing systems, as well as … Read More