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The ups and downs of organizing a Ford Bronco and aftermarket parts event

The Fabricator

North Carolina-based Barnes MetalCrafters manager Nick Martin describes what it took for him and his Mountains2Metal team to organize and put on an event for Ford Bronco enthusiasts.

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Global semiconductor equipment sales expected to drop in 2023

Control Engineering

Global sales of total semiconductor manufacturing equipment by original equipment manufacturers next year are forecast to bounce back from a projected contraction of 18.6% to $87.4 billion in 2023 following the industry record of $107.4 billion in 2022, SEMI announced today in its Mid-Year Total Semiconductor Equipment Forecast – OEM Perspective at SEMICON West 2023.

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The ups and down of organizing a Ford Bronco and aftermarket parts event

The Fabricator

North Carolina-based Barnes MetalCrafters manager Nick Martin describes what it took for him and his Mountains2Metal team to organize and put on an event for Ford Bronco enthusiasts.

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MIG Welding FAQ: Best Practices for MIG Success

Fabricating & Metal Work

When using flux-cored wire, common shielding gas choices are 100% carbon dioxide or an 80/20 argon/CO2 mix. When it comes to solid wire or metal-cored wire, the gas selection is dependent on the transfer mode being used. MIG is the most frequently used welding process in general manufacturing and fabrication, thanks to its ease of use, versatility and productivity benefits.

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5 Ways CMMS Software Transformed Broderick's Manufacturing Plant: A Case Study

Discover how CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) transformed and revitalized Broderick's manufacturing plant in 5 productive ways. Before the CMMS, the plant faced challenges such as reactive maintenance due to staff shortages, inefficient inventory management, and poor team communication. With the CMMS, the plant experienced increased equipment uptime, streamlined maintenance processes, enhanced inventory management, improved communication, and better decision-making through real-

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Sizing Up the Right Tool Holder

Fabricating & Metal Work

REGO-FIX’s powRgrip with a small diameter tool. It might be common practice for shops to employ an “if the tool fits, load it” strategy and use whatever tool holder or collet they have for a particular production run. However, that one-size-fits-most philosophy can cost manufacturers time in reworking scrap and money in lost production due to prematurely worn or broken tools.

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How to Optimize Aluminum Grinding and Cutting

Fabricating & Metal Work

Norton for Aluminum Thin Wheels offer right angle cutting and grinding of aluminum and other non-ferrous soft metals. As industries strive to achieve higher efficiencies, reduce emissions, and maximize savings, the use of aluminum is increasing as a replacement for carbon steel and other alloys. The benefits of using aluminum are most evident in industries such as automotive, aerospace and transportation, which greatly benefit from its energy-efficient performance and strength-to-weight ratio.

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