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Manufacturing PMI® at 47.2%; September 2024 Manufacturing ISM® Report On Business®

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Federal Reserve addressed by the time of this report — and election uncertainty. Suppliers continue to have capacity, with lead times improving and shortages reappearing. Comments tied to automotive builds.” ” [Textile Mills] “Sales have slowed this quarter compared to the same time period last year.

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Apex Dynamics praised for “seamless and transparent” integration of AFR gearboxes and rack and pinion sets by Cambridge Dynamics

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The company is run by father and son team André and Andrew Becker and supplies a wide range of industry sectors, from aerospace and automotive to food & beverage, technology and general manufacturing businesses.

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Manufacturing PMI® at 49.2%; April 2024 Manufacturing ISM® Report On Business®

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Suppliers continue to have capacity but work to improve lead times, due to their raw material supply chain disruptions. ” [Food, Beverage & Tobacco Products] “Some small indications of market improvement in China for our instruments and technology. Order rates are expected to remain stable through August.”

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How robotics and automation can benefit from 3D printing, explains Replique

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This approach not only reduces assembly time and inventory complexity, but it can also minimize potential points of failure and improve overall reliability. Industries across sectors, including automotive , aerospace , and the food , can benefit from parts consolidation. Register now.

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Manufacturing PMI® at 49%; September 2023 Manufacturing ISM® Report On Business®

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Manufacturing supplier lead times continue to decrease, but at a slow pace. “Of the six biggest manufacturing industries, two — Food, Beverage & Tobacco Products; and Petroleum & Coal Products — registered growth in September. ’ ” [Food, Beverage & Tobacco Products] “Markets remain soft.

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Manufacturing PMI® at 46.3%; March 2023 Manufacturing ISM® Report On Business®

Fastener News Desk

Supply chains are now ready for growth, as panelists’ comments support reduced lead times for their more important purchases. Lead times have stabilized in most areas, so looking at reducing commitments on new orders, except for a few strategic electronic buys with lead times that are still too long.”

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Manufacturing PMI® at 47.6%; August 2023 Manufacturing ISM® Report On Business®

Fastener News Desk

Sentiment improved regarding manufacturing lead times, although they remain at elevated levels. “Of the six biggest manufacturing industries, three — Transportation Equipment; Food, Beverage & Tobacco Products; and Petroleum & Coal Products — registered growth in August. Contingency plans in place for sub-tiers.