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Automated packaging lets opportunity flower
May 9, 2023
FloraCraft’s implementation of robotic, automated end-of-line packaging solutions gave it the throughput and cost efficiencies it needed to capitalize on growth opportunities.
April manufacturing heads down for sixth straight month, reports ISM
May 1, 2023
The report’s key metric, the PMI, came at 47.1 (a reading of 50 or higher indicates growth), marking a slight 0.8% gain over March’s 46.3, while contracting, at a slower rate, for the sixth consecutive month. The past six months of contraction, through April, were preceded by a stretch of 29 consecutive months of growth.
Let’s Talk Mobile Robots: Three Real-World Applications for Warehouse and Manufacturing
April 5, 2023
If you’re interested in introducing robotic automation but not sure where to start, this webinar is for you!
Manufacturing output declines for fifth consecutive month in March, says ISM
April 3, 2023
The report’s key metric, the PMI, at 46.3 (a reading of 50 or higher indicates growth), was down 1.4% compared to February, contracting, at a faster rate, for the fifth consecutive month.
MHI honors Raymond and Durham for 100 years in industry
March 21, 2023
On Tuesday at ProMat 2023, MHI CEO John Paxton presented The Raymond Corporation and Durham Manufacturing Company with awards to commemorate 100 years in the industry.
Manufacturing activity heads up in February, getting closer to growth, reports ISM
March 1, 2023
The report’s key metric, the PMI, at 47.7 (a reading of 50 or higher indicates growth), eked out a 0.3% increase, from January to February, contracting, at a slower rate, for the fourth consecutive month. The last four months of contraction, through February, were preceded by a stretch of 29 consecutive months of growth. ISM also said that the overall economy contracted, at a slower rate, in February, for the third consecutive month, which was preceded by 30 consecutive months of growth.
Women in Manufacturing Association announces 2023 Board of Directors
February 23, 2023
WiM elects 20 members to its 2023 Board of Directors, with their terms starting on April 1, 2023
January PMI declines but remains in close range to estimates, reports ISM
February 1, 2023
The report’s key metric, the PMI, at 47.4 (a reading of 50 or higher indicates growth), down 1.0% from December’s 48.4, contracting, at a faster rate, for the third consecutive month. The last three months of contraction, through January, were preceded by a stretch of 29 consecutive months of growth. ISM also said that the overall economy contracted, at a faster rate, in January, for the second consecutive month, which was preceded by 30 consecutive months of growth.
Toyota Material Handling sweeps TMHG Global Skills competition
January 26, 2023
Shawn Dickmeyer earns Gold in Welding category, joins Kim Douglass (gold, Assembly) as first two TMH gold medalists in international competition
December manufacturing output decreases, to finish 2022, reports ISM
January 4, 2023
The report’s key metric, the PMI, came in at 48.4 (a reading of 50 or higher indicates growth), down 0.6% from November’s 49.0, contracting, at a faster rate, for the second consecutive month. The last two months of contraction were preceded by a stretch of 29 consecutive months of growth. ISM added that the overall economy contracted in December, following 30 consecutive months of growth.
ISM’s latest semiannual report optimistic on 2023 growth prospects
December 19, 2022
For manufacturing, ISM is estimating a 5.5% revenue gain in 2023, falling short of its 6.5% estimate from its predecessor report in May and its 9.2% 2022 growth rate. ISM member panelists are calling for 2023 services-based economy revenues to see a 3.1% gain in 2023, topping 2022’s 2.1% gain, which fell short of May’s 4.9% estimate.
Manufacturing output declines in November, reports ISM
December 1, 2022
The report’s key metric, the PMI, was 49.0 (a reading of 50 or higher indicates growth), down 1.2% from October’s 50.2, September’s 50.9 and back-to-back readings of 52.8 in July and August, with November’s contraction snapping a stretch of 29 consecutive months of growth.
James W. Schlusemann elected board president of SME
November 22, 2022
The non-profit organization, which is celebrating its 90th anniversary, announced its 2022 election results and installed its new officers, directors, and council representatives during a ceremony at its SME Fall Gala conducted Nov. 6 in Atlanta. Their terms begin in January 2023.
CESMII and SME form Smart Manufacturing Executive Council
October 25, 2022
The Smart Manufacturing Institute or "CESMII" and the Society of Manufacturing Engineers see council as a national think tank to advocate for transformation of the U.S. manufacturing ecosystem
ASME celebrates Manufacturing Day
October 7, 2022
Leading engineering society welcomes President Biden’s National Strategy for Advanced Manufacturing