MetalForming Xtra Feature
July 22, 2015
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July 22, 2015 |
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An article in the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette provides additional tidbits from the survey, and offers this piece of advice: “Manufacturing executives and schools need to better-educate parents about the wide range of opportunities for technical workers.” That’s where Manufacturing Day comes into play. A “celebration of modern manufacturing meant to inspire the next generation of manufacturers,” Manufacturing Day is a terrific opportunity for metalformers to open their doors to the community. Invite schools, clubs and other groups to tour your plant. Change the negative perception of manufacturing and help attract the next generation of workers. Learn more by visiting the Manufacturing Day website. |
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Global Automotive Lightweight Materials Congress This is the largest and most trusted automotive lightweight materials conference. and this year's installment returns with a 3-day agenda—to share unprecedented detail across composites, joining, forming and multi-material design. |
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> Today's News > Machine Safety Management Awarded for Safety Software > NASG Expanding in Mexico, Adding New Press Line > AWS Introduces Online Career-Management Tool > Formtek-Maine Purchases New Turning Center |
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A recent Fortune magazine article explains the factors at play, including the narrowing wage gap and the growing use of fracking to drive down the price of oil and gas. BCG estimates that U.S. manufacturers pay 30 to 50 percent less for electricity compared to manufacturers in other major export countries. | ![]() |
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The latest in metalforming and fabricating products and technology. | ![]() |
> Fiber-Laser System Ideal for Development and Small-Lot Production > Plasma Cutter a Fit for Every Shop > Punching App Simplifies Calculations, Supports Fabricators > High-Performance Auto-Adjust Panel Line > New Punch Press Accepts Two Tooling Styles |
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![]() In This Issue: > Fundamentals of Resistance Welding of Advanced Steels ...adapted from WorldAutoSteel's Advanced High-Strength Steels Application Guidelines V5. > Path to Excellence 'Hinges' on Skilled Workforce Error-Proofing Management at Larsen & Shaw believed back in 2012 that the firm required a fresh look at its processes. Technology targeted included die protection, automated assembly, in-die part quality measurement and self-adjusting dies. |
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