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By Conchi ArangurenApr 19, 2024

International News From the Field: Europe

European defense initiatives and industrial expansion are booming and are now driving the economy of the old continent, especially in Poland. Spain sees big investments in automotive and aerospace. For more industry intel and other tidbits, read on.

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Intelligence
By Christopher ChidzikApr 18, 2024

US Cutting Tool Orders Totaled $214.6 Million in February 2024, Bringing the Year-Over-Year Total Up 9% From February 2023

February 2024 U.S. cutting tool consumption totaled $214.6 million, according to the U.S. Cutting Tool Institute (USCTI) and AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology.

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International
By Conchi ArangurenMar 14, 2024

International News From the Field: Europe

Europe's manufacturing sector faces declining domestic orders, geopolitical tensions, increased exports, and opportunities in the battery market. A very dynamic scenario is ahead for the old continent. For more industry intel and other tidbits, read on.

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Intelligence
By Christopher ChidzikMar 13, 2024

US Cutting Tool Orders Totaled $204.5 Million in January 2024, Bringing the Month-Over-Month Total Up 9.1% From December 2023

January 2024 U.S. cutting tool consumption totaled $204.5 million, according to USCTI and AMT. This total was up 9.1% from December’s $187.5 million and up 4.1% when compared with the $196.5 million reported for January 2023.

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Intelligence
By Christopher ChidzikMar 11, 2024

Honest Planning and Soft Landings: Highlights From AMT’s 2024 Winter Economic Forum

At the AMT Winter Economic Forum, economists predicted the upcoming year will feature several opportunities for manufacturers as the economy comes in for a soft landing, including 8% growth in manufacturing technology orders. Is your company ready?

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Intelligence
By Christopher ChidzikFeb 20, 2024

US Cutting Tool Orders Totaled $187.9 Million in December 2023, Bringing the Year-to-Date Total Up 6.9% From 2022

December 2023 U.S. cutting tool consumption totaled $187.9 million, according to the U.S. Cutting Tool Institute (USCTI) and AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology.

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International
By Conchi ArangurenFeb 13, 2024

International News From the Field: Europe

European industrial manufacturing grows despite energy costs and material shortages. ContiTech chases carbon neutrality. The first major generative AI factory is coming. BMW's headquarters goes full EV. For more industry intel and other tidbits, read on.

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Technology
By Bonnie GurneyFeb 08, 2024

IMTS 2024 Offers Hidden Technology Gems, New Exhibitors

At IMTS 2024, discover unexpected solutions, including haptic feedback to improve remote robot operation and digital training, quality control software, additive manufacturing powders and gases, services to address labor issues via an app, and more.

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Technology
By John TurnerFeb 05, 2024

Is Semantic Data Worth the Effort?

What are the benefits of harvesting semantic data from equipment on the shop floor? For starters, it's easier to integrate machines into shop maintenance and monitoring systems. Learn how the industry has responded to semantic data – and where it's going.

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Intelligence
By Christopher ChidzikJan 18, 2024

US Cutting Tool Orders Totaled $202.7 Million in November 2023, Bringing the Year-to-Date Total Up 7.5% From 2022

November 2023 U.S. cutting tool consumption totaled $202.7 million, down 4.9% from October’s $213 million and up 4.4% when compared with the $194.1 million reported for November 2022, according to the U.S. Cutting Tool Institute and AMT.

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