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By Catherine “Cat” RossJan 19, 2026

ECI Software Solutions, Big Daishowa, and Rego-Fix Announce Key Industry Updates

ECI earns top ERP honors and names a new CRO. Muratec USA and Wipfli are recognized for safety and workplace excellence. Leadership and executive news at Big Daishowa and Mitsubishi HC Capital America, expanded leadership roles at Rego-Fix, and more.

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By Kristin BartschiJan 16, 2026

Industrial Measures Close 2025 With Positive Sign for Machinery Demand

Industrial production increased 0.4% and capacity utilization increased by 0.2% across the U.S. economy from November to December 2025, according to the latest report issued by the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System.

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By Christopher ChidzikJan 12, 2026

After a Better-Than-Usual November, 2025 Orders Beat 2024 in 11 Months

New orders of metalworking machinery totaled $437.9 million in November 2025. This represented a 19.6% decrease from October and nearly equaled the orders in November 2024. Orders through November 2025 have increased 17.8% over the first 11 months of 2024.

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By Catherine “Cat” RossJan 07, 2026

Precision, People, and Partnerships: Updates from America Makes, The HEH Group, Hybrid, Mahr, MIT, and Ransohoff

New partnerships from Mahr and The HEH Group; workforce initiatives from MIT and the Youngstown Innovation Hub; leadership news from Ransohoff; Hybrid Manufacturing Technologies Global’s role in a military exercise; an AMT Meetup in Cincinnati, and more.

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By Ian StringerDec 18, 2025

Using Data To Answer Today’s Manufacturing Market Questions

AMT uses data-driven insights to help manufacturers answer critical market questions, from policy impacts to automation trends, enabling smarter decisions in a rapidly shifting industry.

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By Catherine “Cat” RossDec 16, 2025

Game-Changing Partnerships and Milestones From Blaser Swisslube, Siemens, Stratasys, and More

Kyzen’s 100th award. Stratasys’ AM milestone with Airbus. Partnerships and alliances from Siemens, Intrinsic, Mastercam, Muratec USA, and Blaser Swisslube. Spinner opens a new tech center. WiMEF empowers the next generation of frontline professionals.

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By Christopher ChidzikDec 08, 2025

US Metalworking Machinery Orders Surge 40% Year-Over-Year in October

New orders of metalworking machinery, measured by the U.S. Manufacturing Technology Orders Report published by AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology, totaled $538.9 million in October 2025.

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By Gary VasilashDec 03, 2025

Making It in the United States

Yes, there are challenges in manufacturing. But there are plenty of opportunities, too.

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By Catherine “Cat” RossDec 02, 2025

Milestones and Momentum From WTO USA, DMG Mori, Fives, ARM Institute, and More

WTO USA turns 30; DMG Mori and Haimer expand globally; and Fives acquires Pietro Carnaghi. Plus, new facilities, leadership promotions, and major education initiatives from the ARM Institute and LIFT Puerto Rico highlight continued industry growth.

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By Catherine “Cat” RossNov 17, 2025

Innovation, Partnerships, and Progress: Highlights From Gleason, Autodesk, Muratec, and More

Gleason turns 160; Autodesk, Epicor, and Kyzen earn major honors; and Mastercam expands its footprint. Plus, leadership updates from Muratec USA, Sandvik Coromant, and AddUp, and new education initiatives from Autodesk, Big Daishowa, FANUC, and Penn State.

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