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The article presents a report and discussion on the developments in the U.S. manufacturing industry as of July 2016. Among the topics discussed are manufacturing production growth, green manufacturing activity, auto sales acceleration, compensation variable for those employed in the industry, and productivity tools used by manufacturers.

The article offers information related to manufacturing industry. Topics discussed include the investigation report of U.S. Chemical Safety Board on the explosion at the ExxonMobil Refinery, the launch of SPX Flow's Dehydration Research and Development (R&D) Center in Ocala, Florida, and the completion of the construction of an oxidizer unit in Irvin, California from Ener-Core Inc.

The article discusses the status of the U.S. manufacturing sector as of January 2018. Topics covered include the impact of the constant shift of U.S. President Donald Trump on domestic as well as foreign policy priorities, the International Monetary Fund's (IMF's) 2018 optimistic economic growth estimate, and factors that could affect the U.S.'s overall exports. The role of the Federal Reserve Board in regaining disinflation downturn of the U.S. is also mentioned.

The article offers news briefs related to the U.S. engineering industry, as of May 2017. Lexington, Kentucky-based design-build firm Gray Construction has acquired Spencer Bristol Engineering. McLaren Engineering Group has celebrated 40th anniversary. Baltimore-based Jensen Hughes, a global specialty engineering consulting firm, has hired Christian M. Noles as a senior fire protection engineer in its Raleigh, North Carolina, office.

The article reports on the results of the journal's annual Capital Equipment Spending Survey in the U.S. The survey shows the increase in spending on assembly technology with a total of $2.94 billion in 2014 and growth of manufacturing industries covered by the Institute for Supply Management's Purchasing Managers Index (PMI). Also revealed in the survey are the motives of assemblers in purchasing new equipment and the investment activity in the industry.

The article focuses on economic aspects of reshoring by the U.S. headquartered companies with regard to Made in USA initiative, and maintain domestic quality and availability without impacting profitability. Topics discussed include total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis, increasing in jobs due to reshoring and foreign direct investment (FDI), and details of reshored companies such as ACE Clearwater, Brooks Brothers, and Insulet

The article offers news briefs from U.S. manufacturing industry. Topics discussed include the LEXT OLS5000 3D laser confocal scanning microscope from Olympus which received a Silver award at Laser Focus World Innovators Awards; acquisition of RS Calibration laboratory by Trescal; and partnership between Creaform and Metrologic Group in which Creaform integrates Metrologic Group's software with its CUBE-R 3D automated dimensional inspection solution.

The article offers information on several manufacturing industries in the U.S. It mentions that UR5, a robotic arm, manufactured by Universal Robots has been purchased by RSS Manufacturing & Phylrich and is used in shortening the valve's milling cycle time. It states that 3D printer has been used by Micropulse Inc. for making orthopedic prototyping and reflects on the molded-case circuit breakers (MCCBs) made by Jiangsu Phono Electrical Co. Ltd. based in Zheng Jiang, China.

The article focuses on increase in investments in the manufacturing sector in the U.S. It informs that light vehicle and truck production in 2012 was figured to 13.1 million units showing an increase of 20 percent as compared with the year 2011. It also informs that according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, manufacturers are going to spend 630,360 U.S. dollars on assembly technology in 2013.

The article reports on the performance of publicly owned manufacturing companies in the U.S. in 2010. The revival of the automotive industry is attributed for the 13 percent increase recorded by the top 50 assembly companies reaching 2.67 trillion U.S. dollars in gross avenue. Some of the companies that made to the list include IBM Corp., Apple Inc., Johnson & Johnson, and General Electric.

The article reports on the possible increase in demand of self-tapping screws for plastic assembly which are the favored fasteners of many original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in the U.S. The author discusses the two types of the self-tapping screws, the thread-forming and the thread-cutting, which are made of steel. He presents the screws developed by some companies including Infastech, Semblex Corp., and ITW Shakeproof Industrial Products.

The article reports that with the improvement of the U.S. manufacturing industry, manufacturers in many industries are expanding assembly lines and building new facilities. Norbert Ore, chairman of the survey committee of the Institute for Supply Management, states that manufacturers are investing in their businesses. The author notes that the U.S. will be experiencing a manufacturing renaissance according to the Boston Consulting Group Inc. (BCG).

The article reports on the automation of the small-batch welding that would satisfy the needs of manufacturers in the U.S. to easily accommodate part fluctuations, low quantities and changeovers. According to chief executive officer Efi Lebel of SmartTCP Inc., automating the welding process is good practice because it reduce labor cost, promote quality and improve time to market. However, companies must consider the size of the part and the volume of welding done before investing in automation.

The article offers information on several product offerings from different robot and screwdriver suppliers in the U.S. that would help manufacturers to assemble more product with less labor. It states that some robot manufacturers like Janome Industrial Equipment USA Inc. have equipped desktop Cartesian systems to perform screwdriving. Additionally, other companies standardized its workcells, used C5OS system controller, and DTI 2000 to promote productivity and improve quality.

The article offers information on the impact brought about by the utilization of delta robots on manufacturing companies in the U.S. It evaluates the design and features of the delta robot from ABB Robotics including its motors and gears and its pick-and-place operations. It also mentions the emergence of two other delta robot suppliers which include the Quattro s650H from Adept Technology Inc., as well as the M-liA and M-3iA from FANUC Robotics America Inc.

The article discusses the use of composite materials in manufacturing industries in the U.S. It states that using composites allows manufacturers to reduce the weight of their products, improve durability, and offer design flexibility and consolidation opportunities for engineers. Despite these benefits, many engineers in the country have been unwilling to utilize composite materials because they believe that they are brittle and have the tendency to crack.

The article offers news briefs related to manufacturing industry in the U.S. Humanoid robots that can be used in both the automotive and aerospace industries were developed by General Motors Corp. and the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration. Promess Inc. has unveiled an engineering and applications support center in Madison, Alabama, which will be managed by engineering and support supervisor Greg Cooke. The 2009 Boeing Gold Performance Award has been given to Creform Corp.

A list of suppliers in the U.S. is presented.

The article discusses the skilled worker shortage being faced by the U.S. manufacturing industry. Topics explored include factors that contribute to this shortage such as aging workforce and growth of the manufacturing sector, the need of the industry for better branding to address challenges associated with recruitment of skilled workers, and the partnership formed by manufacturers with colleges and universities to provide manufacturing skills training.

The article presents several manufacturing companies in the U.S. that prioritize quality. These include the South Gate, California-based provider of aluminum treating services Astro Aluminum Testing Co. Inc. It notes the South Beloit, Illinois-based provider of custom thermoplastic injection molded parts and components Top Die Casting Co. It mentions the Fremont, Indiana-based manufacturer of engineered plastic seals Western Consolidated Technologies.

The article offers information on the multisensor measurement system, a tool that helps satisfy the project requirements of manufacturing companies in the U.S. It states that the tool uses sensors to acquire data points from features and surfaces. It notes that it takes up less factory space. It mentions that that it avoids potential problems from machines with different resolutions and calibrations.

The article offers information on several aspects associated with the shortfall in the workers belonging to the U.S. manufacturing industries according to a study by Deloitte and The Manufacturing Institute. The topics addressed include details on an estimation on the comparison between the job openings in the manufacturing industry as compared to the retirement based opening.

The article discusses the move of the U.S. manufacturing companies to reshore their operations in the U.S. It states that companies that have reshored cited quality as the most common off-shore problem. It mentions that the total cost of ownership (TCO) remains an important and underutilized tool that companies use to make sourcing decisions.

The article discusses research which investigated Internet of Things (IoT) readiness of U.S. manufacturers, conducted by business management consulting firm MPI Group. Topics explored include the way manufacturers view profitability associated with IoT, the cybersecurity capabilities of manufacturers involved in the study, and their utilization of research and development tax credits.

The article offers information on the survey regarding the top five manufacturers in the U.S. in 2016 that were recognized for their dedication to quality. Topics include aircraft engine manufacturer Honeywell Aerospace, medical technology firm Medtronic, and insert molding products provider InserTech LLC.

The article offers news briefs related to businesses including a cooperation agreement between Mahr GmbH and NanoFocus Inc., Adaptive Corp.'s acquisition of Dassault Systemes and Fischer Technology Inc.'s new Chicago sales and service facility. It refers to the future of manufacturing discussed at the KC SmartPort's 2018 Annual Industry Briefing.

An interview with Six Sigma master black belt John Vandenbemden, board member of the American Society for Quality (ASQ), is presented. Topics discussed include the understanding of Six Sigma in the manufacturing field, define, measure, analyze, improve, and control (DMAIC) process, and different levels of Six Sigma certification in the U.S.

The article discusses the simulation technology of manufacturing companies in the U.S. It states that the technology represents the operation overtime of the company's system. It notes that individuals with experience in manufacturing foresee the value of simulation in their own facility. It mentions that the right simulation tool serves as perfect complement to solid operational strategies for companies looking for competitive edge.

The article reports on the benefits of modular conveyors built from structural aluminum framing for implementing assembly systems that satisfy the future demands of the U.S. manufacturing industry. It states that the use of redundant workstations for some of the slower processes help balance production across the entire system. It notes that modular assembly systems can be expanded because designers have the flexibility to add conveyors and workstations in a variety of physical orientations.

The article offers information on several topics including decreasing global crude oil prices, and the independent businesses and manufacturing industry of the U.S. Topics discussed include the refusal by Saudi Arabia to cut back production to counter the decreasing oil prices and , the negative trend for independent businesses in the U.S. in 2016 and the hope with President Donald Trump, and the low employment in the manufacturing industries of the U.S.

The article discusses the gig economy data-driven and temporary employment model in the U.S. It states that the model drives successful businesses and manufacturing companies. It mentions that the gig economy provides authenticity that the millennial workers want and what the employers are starting to want more of.

The article presents the results of the economic studies funded by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) of the four advanced manufacturing areas in the U.S. It states that the gaps in technology infrastructure reduced the further development and adoption of advanced manufacturing. It mentions the need of the U.S. manufacturing industry to reform unmet needs for measurement science and demonstrations of emerging technologies.

The article reports on the increase spending for 3D printing in industrial manufacturing in the U.S. It states that the metal-printed parts are considered for low component weight particularly for the aerospace components, automotive and medical devices. It also cites the use of conventional manufacturing techniques in the U.S. industrial manufacturing .

The article offers information related to quality industry in the U.S. It says that the 2012 Georgia Manufacturing Survey has showed that more manufacturers in the state have benefited from in-sourcing than companies losing from outsourcing. It mentions that TD Bank NA has released a special report that reveals the contribution of the revived U.S. manufacturing sector in the economic recovery of the country.

The article reports that the International Federation of Robotics (IFR) has said that American manufacturers have installed 135,000 new robots in their factories since 2010 as part of the ongoing trend to automate production.

A directory for companies in the U.S. attending the International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS) 2012 in Chicago, Illinois on September 10-15 is presented.

The article reports on the increase on manufacturing technology orders in the U.S. by September 2011 and notes that its demand fro manufacturing technology is up by 91.9 percent compared with the year 2010.

The article presents the list of manufacturing companies in the U.S. including Acadian Monitoring Services, Alvarado Manufacturing Co. Inc., and Advanced Detection Technology LLC.

A supplier directory for product packaging and manufacturing in the U.S. is provided.

The article focuses on the projected improvements for the own-company revenue of the U.S. industrial manufacturers. It states that for 2011 and through 2012, positive growth of own-company revenue is expected by the U.S. industrial manufacturers. Meanwhile, besides from company revenue, the U.S. industrial manufacturers also project improvements for their gross margins and international sales.

The article offers business-related news briefs in the U.S. The 419 Group LCC has joined with CSI Controls to support the latter's plumbing distributor customers. John Guest USA Inc. has added manufacturers rep agencies such as Dave Grannell & Associates, Nov-Ell Sales Corp., and Foster Sales Co. to represent its Speedfit line. Heritage Marketing Corp. has been hired by Tasman Sinkware North America to represent Oliveri sinks.

The article profiles the manufacturing companies in the U.S. which topped the Quality Leadership 100 from the "Quality Magazine." These companies include Brembo North America in Michigan, Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. in New Hampshire and United Technologies Corp.'s Pratt & Whitney in Columbus, Georgia. It notes that these companies were assessed on the number of quality programs they are affiliated, registration to various standards and percentage of employees who aware of quality.

The article offers information on the importance of leak testing, a method used by manufacturers to evaluate he quality of their fabricated parts, to companies in the U.S. The author mentions that leak testing is required by manufacturing company to determine whether leakage is acceptable for regulatory compliance.

The article offers news briefs related to manufacturing industry in the U.S. PPG Industries Inc. in Huntsville Atlanta, Georgia, has been recognized by the Northgroup Grumman Corp. as its 2009 Platinum Source Preferred suppliers of quality transparencies, coating, and sealants. Fabtech 2010, a keynote session among manufacturers, will be held on November 2-4, 2010 oin Atlanta, Georgia. Ford Motor Co. is on the move to bring in-house jobs inside and outside the U.S. by 2012.