David Tadevosian | Dreamstime
Billet casting runout
The U.S. tariff policy in place since April, and now set as a 50% surcharge, has paralleled a notable drop in output by steelmakers in China, Russia, South Korea, and Germany....
Justlight | Dreamstime
AI-driven audits offer precision and speed, so plant operators can access real-time data.
Lockheed Martin | Angel DelCueto
F35 maintenance at Luke AFB, Phoenix, Arizona.
Aykut Erdogdu | Dreamstime
CNC machine tool programmer / operator.
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Global trade conditions are shifting by the hour as tariffs escalate, reshaping the economic landscape. Businesses must act now to manage production, material flows, and equipment...
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Great Question Podcast

OPEN MIND Technologies
In three-axis and five-axis machining (shown here), new algorithms for rest material detection ensure that all rest material areas are automatically accounted for in full.
The newest version of hyperMILL updates core functions and brings new options that increase NC programming efficiency for 2.5D machining through to five-axis milling.
April 17, 2024
Renishaw
FixtureBuilder 8.1 is the latest version of its 3D fixture-modelling software for designing set-up fixtures in seconds and exporting them to inspection programming software, using popular file formats like IGES, SAT, and STEP.
Quick creation and documentation of advanced CAD-based metrology fixturing set-ups for part inspection. Full CAD compatibility, custom libraries, and an automated set-up function...
Jan. 10, 2024
GF Machining Solutions
The My rConnect platform allows shops to connect any GF Machining Solutions EDM, milling, and laser texturing machine for fast, responsive and easily accessible service and support, plus expanded digital capabilities.
The My rConnect platform quickly and easily links GFMS EDM, milling, and laser texturing machines to service and support resources – plus expanded digital capabilities.
Dec. 7, 2023
Nataliia Mysik | Dreamstim
Secure data in the cloud.
Because it allows manufacturers single-source veracity, end-to-end visibility, seamless communication and collaboration, and 24/7 access to data, the cloud is the platform for...
Nov. 29, 2023
Laserax
Laserax UV lasers offer versatility for micro-processing delicate, heat-sensitive materials
A wider portfolio of inline systems includes devices with UV technology in combination with full automation for seamless, integrated workflows.
Aug. 20, 2025
Wintriss Controls Group
Wintriss Controls Group Tracker device.
The cost-effective device captures and records process parameters, including pre-programmed digital inputs – e.g., run/ idle and counting – and analog inputs, including temperature...
Feb. 5, 2025
L.S. Starrett Co.
The wireless, digital W4900 Indicator is accurate, fast, intuitive, easy-to-use and rugged, offering include multiple resolution and color settings, digital and analog readouts in the same indicator, seven languages, wireless output, and other unique features.
Wireless device is accurate, fast, intuitive, easy-to-use, and rugged, with multiple resolution and color settings, digital and analog readouts in the same indicator, seven languages...
Aug. 15, 2024
Flex Machine Tools
The flexible FlexArm REM-24D electronic tapping arm with a multi-position head that allows quick and easy switches between vertical and horizontal tapping.
Devices that assist in manufacturing processes while optimizing performance, simplifying set-ups, reducing operator fatigue, and increasing safety and efficiency.
July 18, 2024
Siemens USA
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Barbara Humpton was with the German tech company for 14 years, initially as CEO of Siemens Government Technologies.
Oct. 1, 2025
Embraer
The twin-engine E195-E2 is the largest commercial aircraft offered by Embraer SA.
LATAM Airlines committed to buy 24 large regional aircraft, and took options on 50 more, in the latest example of a commercial carrier expanding its fleet to extend its route ...
Sept. 25, 2025
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Embraer E195-E2 illustrated in Avelo Airlines livery.
Avelo Airlines will be the first U.S. operator of Embraer’s largest regional jet, with a fleet update and modernization that will support its route expansion plans.
Sept. 11, 2025
Boeing
Boeing F-15EX Eagle II two-seat, twin-engine fighter jet.
One month into a strike by 3,200 employees, the manufacturer of fighter jets and various weapon systems posted openings for “permanent replacement workers for manufacturing roles...
Sept. 5, 2025
Sandvik Cormorant
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Sandvik Cormorant's GC1220 milling insert grade is suited for light roughing to finishing operations in wet or dry machining.
Oct. 2, 2025
Meltric
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The connecter features impact resistance and flexible installation configurations
Oct. 1, 2025
Motion Industries, Inc.
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Patent-pending device tows lubricant and pump, removing need for forklifts to move oil tanks
Sept. 26, 2025
Platinum Tooling Technologies
The Heimatec u-tec® system.
Patented system allows a standard, ER output live tool to accept various adapters for different applications - for quick changeover of tools on lathes or mills, using a single...
Sept. 24, 2025