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August, 2007

Editorial
Leading Indicators
Features
12 Key Performance Benchmarks   
The dozen most useful benchmarks for improving performance and profits

Black Gold Is Filling Machine Shop Coffers   
High Prices for Oil and Natural Gas Are Fueling High Demand For Machining

Cutting The Coolant   
Reducing-Or Eliminating-Coolant Has Economic And Performance Benefits.

Staying Competitive Is A State Of Mind   
Competiviteness in today's world requires more than just new machines.

When I grow up, I Want To Be In Manufacturing   
OEMs work to ensure there will be plenty of skilled labor to go around.

Profile: Production Job Services Inc   

Tech Trends
Cutting Tool Digest
Workholding Rotary Systems   
Two new rotary units deliver high-speed precision positioning, and their rugged designs promise long life.

Government Matters
Casebooks
New Equipment
Practical Ideas
One Guy With A Few Good Ideas   
Steve O'Connor Rochelle, Ill.

Last Word
Trade Associations Fighting For Small-To Mid-Sized Companies   
Trade associations argue for shops in Washington