Predicting disruption is impossible, but preparing for it is not. Tangible results will be apparent in the months ahead, as manufacturers determine where and how to expand and deploy artificial intelligence.
Manufacturers ordered $215 million worth of cutting tools to close out 2025, up 17.1% year over year despite declining automotive output and weakness in other markets.
A new operation in Chicago will produce high-speed, high-accuracy optomechanical scanners and metal additive-manufactured components, and participate in a workforce development partnership.
Receiver tanks, condensate drains, actuators, hoses and more are among the trouble spots in supply, distribution, and machinery. Neglecting leaks leads to repairs and expenses that outpace profits. What can be done?
