INDUSTRY NEWS

With a year-to-date total of $1,278 million, 2013 is only down 5.0 percent thus far when compared with this same time last year, in 2012.(Click on photo to enlarge it; photo courtesy of California State University)

March U.S. Manufacturing Technology Orders Gain 30 Percent

With vehicle sales and housing starts on the upswing, AMT anticipates that gains in the consumer economy will also mean buoyancy for the industrial economy, and manufacturing will remain steady for the foreseeable future.

The Rigid Lifelines website is one of the best resources for anyone who needs to learn about fall protection in industrial and construction settings.(Click on photo to enlarge it)

Rigid Lifelines Launches New Website

This new website is one of the best resources on OSHA and ANSI Regulations and Standards in fall protection, with a glossary of commonly used terms, FAQs, and industry specific fall protection solutions that meets the needs of any worksite.

The global market has not developed according to plans made seven years ago, which has resulted in excess capacity for the company.(Click on photo to enlarge it)

Seco Relocates Custom Tooling to U.S. Headquarters, Closes Lenoir City Facility

In response to changes in demand that have created excess capacity, the company will develop a center of excellence in engineered customer solutions that brings custom tooling manufacturing together with engineering and design.

To achieve the certification, the plant had to demonstrate its consistent ability to provide products that meet customer and applicable statutory/regulatory requirements, while enhancing customer satisfaction through the effective application of the system, including processes for continual improvement and the assurance of conformity to customer and statutory/regulatory requirements.(Click on photo to enlarge it; photo courtesy of Desktop Engineering)

ExOne Houston Receives ISO 9001:2008 Certification

Its production service center in Houston, TX, has been certified as ISO 9001:2008 compliant by DAS Certification as an Industrial Additive Manufacturer.

Chem Arrow manufactures and markets a wide range of industrial lubricants, metalworking fluids, specialty products and cleaners and lines specifically designed for use in HVAC applications.(Click on photo to enlarge it)

Chem Arrow Develops Mexican Markets

The company’s Southern California manufacturing facility, coupled with Mexico’s growing economy, made Mexico the ideal location to begin its push for global expansion.

All of the trucks are fabricated in Robby Gordon’s Speed Factory garage in Charlotte, NC, with welding equipment supplied by Lincoln Electric. The company has been Gordon’s exclusive welding supplier for the past decade as Gordon competed in NASCAR, SCORE International (Baja) and Dakar Rally events. That relationship continues as Gordon transitions to series ownership.(Click on photo to enlarge it)

Lincoln Electric Named Exclusive Welding Supplier for Robby Gordon Truck Series

All trucks featured in the series are being built in Gordon’s shop using Lincoln welding equipment, his longtime NASCAR and Off-Road partner.

Jody Seither was recognized for five years of service as a marketing coordinator.(Click on photo to enlarge it)

United Performance Metals Recognizes Employee Service

Marketing coordinator is recognized for reaching five years of service with the metals service center.

Timothy Fry is Bilsing Automation’s new Procurement/Scheduling Manager.(Click on photo to enlarge it)

Bilsing Automation Hires Procurement/Scheduling Manager

This new position will be responsible for material and inventory control and has been developed to support the company’s continual growth over the past five years.

Jacob Bohinc has been added to the Shipping and Receiving and Cleaning and Regrinds departments.(Click on photo to enlarge it)

Roll-Kraft Adds to Organization

The manufacturer of tooling for the tube and pipe and roll forming industry adds various work experience and schooling to its team.

Frank Janiszewski is the new president and chief operating officer of Superior Die Set.(Click on photo to enlarge it)

Superior Die Set Elects New President

Frank Janiszewski brings over 30 years of strong manufacturing and industry experience to his new assignment.

J. Jones is the new District Sales Manager for the Texas Gulf Coast for the Harris Products Group.(Click on photo to enlarge it)

Harris Products Group Hires New District Sales Manager

J. Jones has joined the sales team as the district sales manager responsible for supporting customers in Texas and the Gulf Coast.

Robert (Bob) Jelic is the new service manager overseeing North American operations for machine tool and automation systems at Liebherr Gear Technology.(Click on photo to enlarge it)

Liebherr Appoints Service Manager for North America

Bob Jelic service will now oversee North American operations for machine tool and automation systems.

Okuma appoints a mew managing director, Mosheen Hatia, to lead Okuma Latin America.(Click on photo to enlarge it)

New Managing Director for Okuma Latin America

Mosheen Hatia, a seasoned machinery and equipment supplier veteran, was chosen to lead Okuma Latin America, succeeding Alcino Bastos, who retired after 12 years as managing director.

From left to right: Hyundai WIA Marketing Manager David Barber, Service Manager Bill Lewis and Regional Sales Manager for the Eastern USA and Canada Phil Misseldine.(Click on photo to enlarge it)

Hyundai WIA Hand Picks Metalworking Depth

The machine tool builder is building a strong group of hand-picked, experienced talent from the metalworking community.

Kennametal showcased exemplary standards in its code of ethics, investment in innovation and sustainable business practices as well as its activities designed to improve corporate citizenship.(Click on photo to enlarge it)

Kennametal Again Named Among Most Ethical Companies

Their employees put ethics into action with consistent investment and performance toward 100 percent safety, environmental excellence, community engagement, advanced technical education, material science and industrial technologies indispensable to next-generation manufacturing.