Steel, cast iron and aluminum are the workhorse metals most industries rely on. However, working in the aerospace, defense or medical industries often means working with difficult metals. These shops ...

Roof-mounted solar panels are an emerging renewable-energy supply option for manufacturers and other enterprises. Machine shops consume energy as they turn raw materials into desired products, and ...

Modern Machine Shop's Top Shops Program is more than just an honor—it’s a pathway to excellence. The annual benchmarking program is an opportunity to guide your shop’s improvement efforts and gage ...

Gaining a competitive advantage begins with understanding the industry and assessing current standings against modern manufacturing challenges. In 2024, machine shops faced an evolving set of ...

IN this little book will be found descriptions of the hand and machine-tools employed in an up-to-date workshop, together with clear instructions for their use. The author has desired to lead the ...

Grinders, sanders and other powered hand tools may send pieces of material flying or cause sparks — all dangerous to workers without the proper skin, face and eye protection. Machining and ...