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    Sorapol Ujjin | Dreamstime
    Workers pouring molten metal into sand molds.
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    The Next Phase for Smart Foundries

    March 13, 2025
    Embracing advanced technologies and agile methodologies will enhance productivity and supply-chain efficiency.
    Pratt & Whitney
    Pratt & Whitney PW4000 high-bypass turbofan engine.
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    Chromalloy in New Turbine Blade Supply Deal

    March 6, 2025
    The aftermarket manufacturer will provide FAA-certified high-pressure blades for PW4000 commercial jet engines to AAR Corp.
    Tupungato | Dreamstime
    U.S. Capitol building.
    Issues and Ideas

    The End of an Era?

    March 5, 2025
    For decades everyone stood against big government. Now, we should wonder what we might get in its place.
    Dmytro Zinkevych | Dreamstime
    Manufacturing workers and cyber-security.
    Issues and Ideas

    Data Security for Manufacturers

    March 4, 2025
    The dire shortage of skilled labor has propelled greater reliance on automation, digital capabilities, and AI – and all that makes manufacturers more susceptible to cybercrime...
    Waupaca Foundry
    Dual pouring at Waupaca Foundry.
    Issues and Ideas

    Waupaca Installs New CEO

    Feb. 11, 2025
    Michael Hawthorne has executive experience with manufacturers in the commercial vehicle industry, and will emphasize efficiency, innovation, and customer relationships.

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    Foundry Quiz: Metallurgy

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    Vital Hil | Dreamstime
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    Jan. 14, 2025
    Align sustainability with profitability by adopting automation and AI to identify waste streams, implement recycling strategies for byproducts, and train workers to optimize recycling...
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    Jan. 13, 2025
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    MicroCare LLC
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    Issues and Ideas

    A Few Words Before We Continue

    Dec. 2, 2024
    Innovation is not disruption. It brings a new perspective or new value to something that is established –without changing or destroying its purpose.