American Machinist

This article tells a story about Carl, a machinist, who is 2 years and 15 days away from retirement (and counting!)  John Dyer, President of  JD&A, a process innovation company, walks us through Carl's morning and tells us, "Every Company Has a Carl."  Read more of this englightening article on American Machinist's sister site, IndustryWeek.  ...More

The National Institute for Metalworking Skills reported that it awarded a record number of credentials to individuals seeking new or advanced accreditation for manufacturing skills during 2013....More

Syracuse-based Gear Motions Inc. is expanding its organization and capabilities with the purchase of Niagara Gear Corp....More

A survey of 80 machine tool builders concluded that asset financing is emerging as a critical factor in their ability to supply new equipment to machine shops and other manufacturers....More

Boeing is realigning its Research & Technology organization, establishing new research centers in five states, and at each one consolidating its development work on strategic technologies....More

Sales of cutting tools by machine shops and other manufacturers across the U.S. rose 13.1% from September to October, totaling $176 million for the month. That result is 5.8% less than the total for October 2012, however....More