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EXAIR Model 7905

EXAIR Updates Its Digital Static Meter

Sharon Spielman

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Advancements in High-Speed Industrial Printing

SpaceX Crew-9

Watch Live Coverage of the SpaceX Crew-9 Return Today

Robotic surgery

The Evolution of Medical Technologies Yields Life-changing Results

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The Push for Low- or No-Maintenance Industrial Machinery

Maintenance-free industrial machinery adoption is accelerating as emerging technologies redefine what’s possible in equipment design.

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eBook: Highlights from MD&M West 2025

A showcase of medical device trends and solutions from this year’s advanced manufacturing expo in Anaheim, Calif.

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Ensuring Design Integrity in Critical Components: What Maintainers Look for During Inspections

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A CNC router operator uses Kinetics on his machine’s screen. Getting used to new screens when implementing cloud-based ERP was one of the most challenging parts of the process, according to De Anna Mirzadegan, vice president of operations at McNeal Enterprises Inc.

Cases for Implementing Cloud-based Enterprise Resource Planning Software in Manufacturing

Sharon Spielman

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Beyond the Spiel: The Impact of AI in Design

Sharon Spielman

LightSolver and Ansys Collaborate to Improve Engineering Simulation Efficiency

Sharon Spielman

Highlights from TIMTOS 2025: Adapting to Changing Market Demands with AI

SEARCH FOR DATA SHEETS, PRICE, STOCK, AND PART STATUS OF ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS

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Edge Awards call for entries

Announcing the 2025 EDGE Awards

Precise bearing, shaft and housing fits in spindles ensure optimal performance, prevent damage and maintain longevity in high-speed machinery.

Understanding Optimal Fits for Precision Spindle Components

Bosch Rexroth VarioFlow Conveyor System

Bosch Rexroth Expands VarioFlow Conveyor System with Belt Variant

Sharon Spielman

Small components with a big impact—this best describes the innovative micro parts from Freudenberg Sealing Technologies.

Tiny Titans: Micro Parts Make a Big Impact

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Plastic Bearings Leader Talks Trade Show Triumphs and Tariff Troubles

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Copley Controls’ Nano Servo Drive for Operation Over Wide Voltage Battery Range

Sharon Spielman

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Thomson Industries Offers Upgraded Actuator Selection Tool

Sharon Spielman

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How an Engineer’s Designs Helped Save His Daughter’s Life

Sharon Spielman

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Printing bio-like materials

3D Bioprinter Is Advancing Personalized Medicine and Tissue Engineering

Sharon Spielman

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The Future of Food Safety: Next-Gen Technologies on the Rise

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Closing the Manufacturing Loop (Part 4): Inspection

Robert Dusenbury

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Closing the Manufacturing Loop (Part 3): CAD/CAM, Design for Manufacturing and Simulation

Robert Dusenbury

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Closing the Manufacturing Loop (Part 2): Reverse Engineering and Additive Manufacturing

Robert Dusenbury

CAD/CAM software screenshot of the putter that was produced using closed-loop manufacturing practices.

Closing the Manufacturing Loop (Part 1): How to Design a Golf Putter

Robert Dusenbury

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Designing for Accessibility: A Collaboration that Pushes the Boundaries of Assistive Technologies

Sharon Spielman

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Using 3D Printing to Adapt Accessibility Tools to Users

Sharon Spielman

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Integrating Advanced Technology, Additive Manufacturing for Better Accessibility

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Harley-Davidson Turns to Digital Manufacturing in Accelerated Timeline

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Celebrating 30 Years of Dassault Systemes Solidworks at 3DExperience World 2025

Sharon Spielman

March 6, 2025

TIMTOS 20245 show floor

AI Has a Path for Digitizing Traditional Machine Tooling

March 6, 2025

Jayson Myers Speaks at Hannover Messe 2025

Hannover Messe 2025: Attend a Masterclass in Industrial Technology

March 6, 2025

RFID technology from Zebra

How to Optimize Manufacturing with RFID Technology and Enterprise Software

Enrique Herrera

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Virtual Human Modeling: From Concept to Life-Saving Technology

Sharon Spielman

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Q&A: Internet of Medical Things: How Ascential Supports the Medical Devices Industry

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Precise vision systems

Cognex Showcased a Range of Inspection Equipment at MD&M West, including its Next-Gen Barcode Reader

Sharon Spielman

Benefits of Stainless Steel in Medical Device Design

Benefits of Stainless Steel in Medical Device Design

TIMTOS 2025: A Look Inside the Machine Tool Industry

TIMTOS 2025: A Gateway to a Global Machine Tool Industry

Randy Sadler

Full Circle Leadership: A Rap Session with Weidmuller USA’s CEO Randy Sadler

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Softing Offers Practical Replacement for Discontinued Communications Module

Sharon Spielman

Master Bond EP114 Is an Advanced Nanosilica Epoxy System

Sharon Spielman

Eaton’s UM 15 Mobile Filter Unit for Hydraulic Systems

Sharon Spielman

Advancing High-Temperature 3D Printing with igus iglide i230

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AutomationDirect Offers Lutze Superflex Control Cable

Sharon Spielman

AutomationDirect Offers AchieVe WDN Series Narrow Finger Wire Duct

Sharon Spielman