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Industry Leaders Who Started As Apprentices — part one

A strong, skilled workforce is key to reshoring and manufacturing growth. This new series explores the careers of manufacturing leaders.

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By Christopher ChidzikNov 11, 2024

Orders of manufacturing technology totaled $450.6 million in September 2024, an increase of 24% from August 2024 and 14.6% over September 2023 orders. Year-to-date orders reached $3.35 billion, a 7.7% decline compared to the first three quarters of 2023.

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By Stephen LaMarcaNov 08, 2024

Ford's attempt to 'undercut' with EVs. Nvidia to launch CPUs in 2025. AR glasses will not die. Flexibility with zero backlash. Mechanical simp.

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By Kristin BartschiNov 07, 2024

In a widely anticipated move, the Federal Reserve slashed the federal funds rate by another 25 basis points to a target range of 4.5% to 4.75%. The manufacturing technology industry may find itself at the beginning of a strong market.

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By Carlos MorteraNov 05, 2024

An upward adjustment of Brazil's GDP growth forecast and a robust outlook for the Mexican economy, driven by strong private consumption and investment, show that Latin America is stronger than ever. For more industry intel and other tidbits, read on.

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By Bill HermanNov 05, 2024

Longtime AMT member National Machinery recently celebrated 150 years in business. What drives excellence and growth to sustain a global leader? Key elements include community, employee dedication, and innovation.

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By Harry MoserNov 05, 2024

A strong, skilled workforce is key to reshoring and manufacturing growth. This new series explores the careers of manufacturing leaders.

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By Bonnie GurneyNov 04, 2024

At IMTS 2024, Barbara Humpton and Tim Shinbara highlighted how automation, AI, and digital twins empower manufacturers and drive local production, innovation, and sustainability.

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By Benjamin MosesNov 04, 2024

Episode 125: The testbed has a new computer, and it was built in-house! The tech friends discuss and the death of door-to-door trick-or-treating. Elissa reports on Hershey’s multi-million dollar investment in supply chain development.

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By Stephen LaMarcaNov 01, 2024

A hyperfast jack-o'-lantern. A digital thread can give you wings. 2,000 to 1. Burning out the fuse. AI in manufacturing, according to Google.

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By Kristin BartschiOct 30, 2024

Today the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis released their first estimate of GDP for the third quarter of 2024. According to the first estimate, GDP grew 2.8% at an annualized rate.

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