A shot-blasting machine developer recognized what manufacturing customers need and require – so it designed and installed its own foundry, for a vertically integrated design-production-service model.
Two research efforts are centered on additive manufacturing techniques for producing titanium and nitinol components that enhance thermal management and reduce weight for satellite and spacecraft parts.
Finding the right mix of skills is increasingly challenging. Training programs that blend practical skills with programming know-how will prepare metalcasting teams to deliver quality and adapt to technology's constant changes.
Metalcasters and other businesses are taking "employer branding" seriously, because what workers and potential workers think can define an organization and shape its prospects.
An energy consultant describes the reasons for rising electricity demand – and offers tips for managing the seemingly inevitable power shortages to come.
