Meeting compliance requirements while establishing sustainable and safe operating practices is a top priority for metalworking operations, chemical processors, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and many other industries.
For some time now, many metalworking plants have viewed process water and wastewater recycling capabilities as inessential. However, that line of thinking is beginning to change as the United States’ fresh water supply continues to wane. According to the State of Global Water Resources 2021 report, drought in the Western, Midwestern and Northeastern United States, which began in 2020, worsened […]
Year-over-year, fabricated metal products and transportation equipment are two of three manufacturing sectors that have recently experienced high rates of job growth. While hiring amid the skilled labor shortage is an accomplishment, retaining new employees is crucial to establishing a thriving workforce. With that in mind, here are three suggestions for improving employee retention at your plant. 1. Create pathways […]
Preventing equipment failures and maximizing uptime are key to operational success. To keep your operation and equipment running reliably for the long haul, the right preventive maintenance (PM) program will have the most impactful return on investment over time. But if you feel your current program could use some improvement, you aren’t alone. Here are some areas to look at […]
As we look ahead to 2023 and beyond, one thing is certain: the global impact of the transition to electric vehicles (EVs) will be far-reaching. Automotive manufacturing, metals and mining, oil and gas, utilities, and battery technology developers will all be affected by the EV expansion. As a result, they have a vested interest in getting a sense for the […]
Workplace safety is one of the most critical considerations for any metalworking operation. Between machinery, hazardous materials, and foot traffic, shops contain many obstacles. Allowing metal scrap and spent fluids to pile up only makes it worse—and dangerous—especially if removal is done manually. Here’s how to improve on-site waste stream processing to promote employee safety, retention, and attraction. Optimize the […]
What can manufacturers do about inflation? The National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) hosted a webinar that answered that very question, advising that a proactive approach will benefit companies in the long run. “The research that we’ve done over a couple of decades suggests that the firms and businesses that are on their front foot and playing offense in these periods […]
For a decade, Manufacturing Day has sought to help the industry inspire a new generation to pursue careers in fabrication. During that time, however, a new workforce reality has begun to emerge. Competitive compensation and a pathway for career advancement may not be enough to attract and retain a younger generation of workers. A higher purpose is calling. According to […]
The skills gap is projected to result in 2.1 million unfilled jobs by 2030, making workforce development one of the most critical challenges facing the manufacturing industry. Metalworking organizations need to fill existing openings while also preparing for an increasingly constrained workforce. To remain competitive, these companies must define and create pathways for new careers. Automating existing processes is one […]
Manufacturers and fabricators all over the country are grappling with soaring inflation. Oil and metal prices have been affected by recent geopolitical uncertainty and the continued disruption of supply chain imbalances. How metalworking companies respond to these economic pressures could not only define whether they will endure in the short term, but if they will be positioned for growth long […]
When the costs of raw materials rise sharply, implementing strategies for lowering expenditures associated with part production becomes a pathway for preserving profit margins. In metalworking, reducing variable expenses tied to cutting fluids is a logical place to start. Companies tend to approach fluid management cost-savings in two ways: Purchase less expensive fluids Make process changes that lower fluid management […]
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