According to the Association for Manufacturing Technology (AMT) and the American Machine Tool Distributors' Association, U.S. machine tool consumption totaled $268 million.

Alan Hedge, Ph.D., is a leading expert on ergonomics and repetitive motion injuries.

When faced with manufacturing a complex ignition switch component for an auto manufacturer, Bebusch (Haslach, Germany) turned to Stapla Ultrasonics (Wilmington, MA).

U.S. machine tool sales in April totaled $180.37 million, that's a decrease of 38.6 percent compared with March sales and a decrease of 39.2 percent compared with April 2000 sales.

This year marks the 125th anniversary of one of the most important trade shows ever: the 1876 Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia.

A record number of exhibitors and attendees participated in the recent Optical Fiber Conference (OFC) in Anaheim, CA.

Once known primarily for rugged kitchenware, such as casserole dishes, Corning Inc. (Corning, NY) is now the world's leading producer of optical fiber, which it pioneered more than 30 years ago.

This field report explains how Boeing's Long Beach plant adapted lean manufacturing principles to revamp an entire assembly process from start to finish. The company's plan to build 717s on a continuously moving assembly line could revolutionize the way aircraft are manufactured.

Global sales of automotive aftermarket products could hit almost $144 billion in 2005.

The Engelberger Awards recognize outstanding individuals from around the world for achievements in robotic technology development, application, education and leadership.