Manufacturing Engineering

SME, formerly known as the Society of Manufacturing Engineers, is a non-profit organization dedicated to educating and promoting the manufacturing sector in North America. It was established in January 1932 during the challenging times of the Great Depression. Initially named the Society of Tool Engineers, it changed its name to the American Society of Tool Engineers just a year later. The organization was started by a group of 33 engineers and mechanics at the Detroit College of Applied Science. Remarkably, within just four months, membership surged from 33 to 200 and continued to expand with new chapters forming across the nation. As the economic struggles of the 1930s led the world closer to conflict, SME members played a crucial role in transforming U.S. industries into key military suppliers for the Allied forces, a concept President Roosevelt referred to as the "arsenal of democracy." The organization also adapted its educational resources to support the defense initiative and set up the Emergency Defense Training Committee. From 1941 until the end of World War II in 1945, the membership of SME more than doubled, increasing from 8,700 to nearly 18,000.

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Oh, The Places You’ll Go: Advice for Future Leaders

Apr 9, 2024 | sme.org | Amy Joi Bryson |Smart Manufacturing

Smart Manufacturing (SM) continues to shine a light on industry leaders paving the way for the next generation of talent. Veronica Messersmith (VM), president of strategic sales for the Americas at Sandvik Coromant, recently shared her insights and experiences on a host of topics, from the importance of mentorship to the future of smart manufacturing. As an accomplished executive in the metal cutting industry, she is recognized as a champion for diversity and inclusion in manufacturing.
How Machine Learning Aids Material Selection

Apr 8, 2024 | sme.org | Jack Shaw

Machine learning (ML) is a branch of artificial intelligence that helps computers analyze large datasets and make informed decisions about their environment. When it comes to materials, businesses can leverage the technology to automate the screening process, simulate the performance of different materials and identify the best option. ML feeds data through various algorithms that give businesses the necessary insights to optimize everything from employee scheduling to resource allocation.
U.S. Gives TSMC $6.6 Billion to Manufacture Chips in Arizona

Apr 8, 2024 | sme.org | Cameron Kerkau

TSMC Arizona Corp. will receive up to $6.6 billion in direct funding from the U.S. Department of Commerce under the CHIPS and Science Act, with plans to build a third semiconductor fabrication plant in Phoenix. The Department of Commerce calls this a significant step in providing U.S. manufacturers a reliable domestic supply of semiconductors.
Secure Critical Infrastructure: Mitigating Cyber Risks

Apr 5, 2024 | sme.org | Jose Seara

Manufacturing, energy and industrial sectors are witnessing a paradigm shift as chief information security officers (CISOs) take on the added responsibility of safeguarding both enterprise IT infrastructure and operational technology (OT) environments.
Resetting Presetters

Apr 4, 2024 | sme.org | Ed Sinkora

It’s natural to have some healthy skepticism before implementing a new product or process. But it’s hard to argue against real-world results. Tom Bassett II, the founder and owner of 25-person job shop Pro-Cam Services LLC in Zeeland, Mich., recently discovered this regarding presetting. He initially didn’t think the technology was a good fit for his business.
Exploring AI's Impact on Smart and Advanced Manufacturing

Apr 4, 2024 | sme.org | Amy Joi Bryson |Smart Manufacturing |Steve Plumb |Chris Mahar

In this episode, Amy Bryson, contributing lead editor of Smart Manufacturing, talks with Dr. Nikunj Mehta, founder and CEO of Falkonry, about the impact of AI on advanced and smart manufacturing. They discuss the challenges and opportunities of AI in the manufacturing industry, including time series data and the need for automation and explainability. Dr. Mehta also shares how Falkonry is simplifying AI adoption for manufacturers, as well as contributing to their sustainability efforts.
Robotic Returns

Apr 3, 2024 | sme.org | Kip Hanson

So, three robots walk into a bar…oops, wrong story. Although, what you’re about to read is indeed about three robots, or at least, three manufacturing companies that have embraced robotic automation and are now much better for their investment. We’ve been here before. In the May 2023 edition of Manufacturing Engineering magazine, we spoke to a handful of automation providers, including FANUC America, Universal Robots and Absolute Machine Tools.
Leverage AI to Spur Climate Action

Apr 2, 2024 | sme.org | Jason Cassidy

In December 2023, when the 28th UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) came to a close in Dubai, UAE, we heard ambitious promises to strengthen climate finance, transition into a just and orderly energy decarbonization away from fossil fuels, and an emphasis on “focusing on people, lives and livelihoods” in the quest to keep global warming below a devastating 1.5°C increase. These promises are echoes of agreements long past.
The ABCs of AGVs and AMRs

Apr 2, 2024 | sme.org | Karen Haywood Queen

Driven by advances in technology, manufacturers and warehouse operations are switching to automated guided vehicles (AGVs) for moving materials. According to Jeff DeClue, business development manager at RedViking, use cases for AGVs have been expanding significantly. “As technology has advanced, costs have come down,” says DeClue, whose company manufactures both AGVs and autonomous mobile robots (AMRs).
Spotlighting Success

Apr 1, 2024 | sme.org | Steve Plumb

Success comes in many forms. While some achievements may appear to happen overnight, most accomplishments are years in the making, take hard work and determination—and usually require a team effort. This issue of Manufacturing Engineering delves into a variety of success stories. Some are on a personal level, while others involve a department, company, industry or, in one case, an entire nation of people.