Metalworking Industry Sees Surge in Automation Adoption

While the basic steps in metalworking remain unchanged over the years, businesses increasingly rely on machines to complete them. While not unique to fabrication, this shift is seeing particular growth in the sector, so companies within the industry should pay attention.

10 Areas Manufacturers Might See an Impact from AI

AI can be programmed to learn from the data ERP software gathers to make deeper and more accurate predictions regarding customers, buying habits, inventory levels, markets, material purchasing and more.

6 Reasons to Choose EDM Over Traditional Machining for Better Results

EDM - could be classified as one of the most useful in a modern shop. Also called a spark machining tool, the device uses sparks, or electricity, to cut through materials. It uses thermal energy to make the cuts by removing material.

Benchmarking Photo Chemical Etching for Precision Metal Applications

The unique characteristics of PCE overcome many of the issues associated with more traditional metal cutting technologies, and as such - in some instances - when looking for a cost-effective solution for the manufacture of precise metal parts, it is the only viable choice.

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The Wire Association International, Inc. (WAI)

The Wire Association International, Inc. (WAI)

The Wire Association International (WAI), Inc., founded in 1930, is a worldwide technical society for wire and cable industry professionals. Based in Madison, Connecticut, USA, WAI collects and shares technical, manufacturing, and general business information to the ferrous, nonferrous, electrical, fiber optic, and fastener segments of the wire and cable industry. WAI hosts trade expositions, technical conferences, and educational programs.