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Global Steel Demand Seen Shrinking Again
Oct 14, 2024 · Steel demand among developing nations other than China is forecast to grow 3.5% this year, and 4.2% in 2025. An important factor in this growth continues to be India, where consumption is seen growing 8.0% this year, and 8.5% in 2025.
Chapter 8: Drills and Drilling Operations - American Machinist
Jun 27, 2020 · High helix drills: This drill has a high helix angle, which improves cutting efficiency but weakens the drill body. It is used for cutting softer metals and other low strength materials. Low helix drills: A lower than normal helix angle is sometimes useful to prevent the tool from "running ahead" or "grabbing" when drilling brass and similar materials.
More Improvement in US Machine Tool Orders
Nov 11, 2024 · The latest U.S. Manufacturing Technology Orders report shows new orders for machine tools totaled $450.6 million in September 2024, 24.0% more than the $363.41 million total for August 2024.
AI’s Impact on Robots in Manufacturing - americanmachinist.com
Sep 11, 2024 · Artificial intelligence (AI) and automation technologies – broadly known as Industry 4.0 – are transforming the manufacturing landscape and redefining what is possible for manufacturing operations to produce and for businesses to accomplish.
Rise in Machine Tool Orders Counters Trend
Jul 9, 2024 · AMT’s report compiles data for metal-cutting and metal-forming-and-fabricating machinery, nationwide and in six regions of the U.S. The Association noted that the May USMTO total indicates a realization by manufacturers that capital investment is necessary “to meet the sustained demand for goods and machinery from consumers and businesses,” in spite of the ongoing strain of high interest ...
United Grinding Acquires GF Machining Solutions
Nov 6, 2024 · According to Georg Fischer, the sale is part of a reorganization effort that to concentrate its resources in the supply of “sustainable water and flow solutions, addressing mission-critical solutions for industrial flow processes, sustainable water management in urban areas and energy efficiency in buildings.”
The Role of Data Analytics in Modern Machining Operations
Oct 22, 2024 · Moreover, integrating data analytics into manufacturing processes supports continuous improvement. Manufacturers can identify inefficiencies, optimize workflows, and implement best practices based on data insights, leading to …
Cutting Tool Applications, Chapter 14: Broaches and Broaching
Jun 29, 2020 · Cutting teeth: Broach teeth are usually divided into three separate sections along the length of the tool: the roughing teeth, semi-finishing teeth and finishing teeth. The first roughing tooth is proportionately the smallest tooth on the tool. The subsequent teeth progressively increase in size up to and including the first finishing tooth.
Jet Builder Adding New MRO Center in Texas - American Machinist
Sep 25, 2024 · Aircraft builder Embraer plans to open a new maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) center in Fort Worth, Tex., to service and support an expanding number of its E-Jets operating in the U.S.