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MINExpo 2021
Manufacturing
Manufacturing
Volta Trucks Confirms Manufacturing Partner for Volta Zero Electric Truck
Steyr Automotive will manufacture the Volta Zero, bringing with it decades of commercial vehicle manufacturing experience.
Manufacturing
Lead Times Negatively Impacting Outlook for Metalforming Companies
Manufacturing
Manufacturing Economic Index Continues to Expand, Down Slightly in July
Market Analysis
Infrastructure Investment Holds Key to 100,000+ Equipment Manufacturing Jobs
Industry News
AEM Hosting Second-Annual Workforce Solutions Summit
Market Analysis
Manufacturing Continues to Grow for 13th Month
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Electronics
Overcoming the Chip Shortage by Rethinking How AI is Designed
Deci co-founder and CEO Yonatan Geifman says software developers need to support and optimize their solutions for multiple hardware platforms instead of relying on a single microchip product.
Operator Interface
Autonomous Vehicles Create More Intuitive, Easier to Use Operator Interfaces
Increased automation will simplify, and eventually minimize the need for operator cabs and controls.
Mining
New Equipment and Technology Launches at MINExpo
OEMs and suppliers will showcase their latest advancements for the mining industry.
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Manufacturing
Supply Challenges Continue to Impact Metalformers’ Outlook
PMA's June 2021 Business Conditions report shows 66% of metalformers are experiencing increased lead times which is impacting their businesses.
Manufacturing
Manufacturers Report Longest Supplier Lead Time Since 1987
The economy continues to expand, increasing production demand, while manufacturers face supply and workforce shortages.
Manufacturing
Growing Concern About Lead Times Dampens Metalformers’ Outlook
PMA's May 2021 Business Conditions Report shows 71% of respondents indicated a rise in lead times from the previous month due to challenges finding raw materials.
Manufacturing
Manufacturing Index Remains Historically High for April
Raw materials and workers remain in short supply according to an April 2021 economic report for the manufacturing sector.
Manufacturing
PMA April Business Conditions Report Shows Metalformers Optimistic but Lead Times Continue to Increase
The April 2021 report shows that 56% of metalforming companies forecast an improvement in economic activity, though increased lead times for steel and other materials pose challenges.
Manufacturing
The Evolving Landscape of EV Manufacturing
Pailton Engineering evaluates the implementation of microfactories versus gigafactories for electric vehicle manufacturing.
Materials
Volvo and SSAB Collaborating on Vehicles Made from Fossil-Free Steel
Volvo will begin creating concept vehicles and components with steel made by SSAB using hydrogen.
Market Analysis
Manufacturing Economic Index Reaches Highest Number in 38 Years
The Institute for Supply Management reports the manufacturing sector grew in March 2021 and the overall economy experienced its 10th consecutive month of growth.
Manufacturing
AEM Voices Industry Support for New Manufacturing and R&D Legislation
AEM says equipment manufacturers support new legislation which aims to improve U.S. manufacturing and innovation.
Market Analysis
Equipment Manufacturers Optimistic About Sales in 2021
A new AEM survey finds 88% of equipment manufacturers have a more positive outlook for 2021 as customer demand has increased.
Software
Siemens Partners with EOS North America to Improve 3D Printing
Combining Siemens’ AM software with EOS machines will aid industrializing additive manufacturing for larger-scale production.
Manufacturing
Volvo Says Semiconductor Shortage Impacting Truck Production
Volvo will implement stop days across its global truck manufacturing operations, and anticipates impacts to other business areas as well.
Materials
Equipment Manufacturers Support New Effort to Reform Section 232 Tariffs
"Preventing the misuse of Section 232 tariffs as a blunt negotiating tactic is crucial to both our national and economic security," says AEM President Dennis Slater.
Manufacturing
Metalformers More Optimistic but Concerns Continue Over Lead Times
Sixty percent of respondents to PMA's March Business Conditions Report said lead times for materials have increased compared to the previous 3 months.
Manufacturing
EU and U.S. Temporarily Suspend Tariffs
U.S. President Biden and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen have agreed to a 4-month suspension on tariffs that have been placed on various goods exported to the two regions.
Manufacturing
Biden Executive Order Looks to Solve Semiconductor Chip Supply Shortage for Manufacturers
The executive order will examine ways to improve supply chains and promote U.S.-based manufacturing of semiconductor chips and other high-demand products.
Manufacturing
Metalforming Companies Expect Little Economic Change but Lead Times Draw Concern
PMA's February Business Conditions Report shows business conditions are steady but material lead times continue to increase, which is causing concern for many manufacturers.
On-Highway
Production Challenges Could Impact Commercial Vehicle Market in 2021
ACT Research reports demand is strong to start 2021, but component supply shortages could pose challenges for truck manufacturers.
Market Analysis
Metalformers Express Optimism for Improved Economic Activity
Metalformers expect a rise in incoming orders in the next 3 months, with 50% of respondents to PMA's January Business Conditions Report forecasting an increase in orders.
Electrification
TrovaCV Provides Custom Chassis Integration to aid Uptake of Electric Vehicles
The company is providing its manufacturing expertise to help with the acceleration of battery-electric commercial vehicles.
Manufacturing
Oqton Raises over $40M for AI Driven Production Platform
The latest round of funding will be used to expand its software platform and to further build global strategic partnerships.
Manufacturing
New DOE Funding Aims to Improve Energy Efficiency of Manufacturing in U.S.
The funding will stimulate technology innovation and improve the energy productivity of American manufacturing.
Materials
Meeting Power Density Challenges with Clean Steel
Clean steel has the potential to improve power density and lifetime of powertrain components which can be evaluated through the use of advanced design software.
Manufacturing
5 Manufacturing Trends to Watch in 2021
AEM says top trends for equipment manufacturers in 2021 will include continued integration of IoT and predictive maintenance capabilities.
Manufacturing
Timken Expands Manufacturing Footprint in Latin America
The new facility manufactures tapered roller bearings and will serve customers across the Americas and globally.
Market Analysis
Metalformers Predict Little Change in Economic Activity
According to the December PMA Business Conditions Report, 49% of metalforming companies expect no change in economic activity in the next 3 months.
Engines
DEUTZ Invests €41 Million in its German Sites
The investment includes capital expenditure that will make the company's facilities more competitive and enhance their ability to innovate.
Manufacturing
GM Defense Begins Build-Out of Facility for Production of Infantry Squad Vehicle
As GM Defense ramps to full-rate production, the facility will help to manufacture 649 ISVs and will support the production of up to 2,065 vehicles.
Manufacturing
Manitou Group Consolidating U.S. Footprint
To further optimize its production capacities within the United States, Manitou Group has decided to discontinue its operations in Waco, TX.
Engineering & Manufacturing
ABI Research Forecasts Smart Manufacturing and Simulation to be Top Trends in 2021
ABI Research sees additive manufacturing, simulation and smart manufacturing making a bigger impact in the industrial and manufacturing markets in 2021.
