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A patent infringement letter by CTI of Elmsford, New York, targeted competing plasma cutting systems and CAD systems in 1992. The resulting losses threw the entire industry into chaos, writes SNIPS Contributor and Industry Icon David Daw.

The concept of "zero waste" is becoming increasingly popular. That's why many industries have created plans to reduce the majority, if not all, of the materials that would otherwise end up in landfills.

Working hard and performing quality work doesn’t really matter unless you make it your priority to make a profit. Don’t delegate or ignore the most important part of your business. 

A perfect storm has formed, making it increasingly difficult for manufacturers to find and train labor. The retirement of tenured and experienced machinists only makes matters more challenging.

There was more than deep-dish pizza served at The Unified Group’s recent 2022 BIM Forum in Chicago — participants also dug deep into industry related conversations.

Small companies should avoid the “zero injury as a goal” culture. By simply stating that “Our goal for the year is zero injuries!”, a company sets themselves up for failure. 

There is one common phrase from those who’ve had success updating their shop floor layout: proper planning and flexibility. Here are some tips to get you started.

 Harris’ CEO Michel Michno is speaking on how his group's approach to prefabrication is improving productivity and safety at jobsites across the country.

Award winners will be announced on September 7, and winners will be invited to showcase their top products with special product recognition at their booths in Indianapolis.

The International Training Institute (ITI), the education arm of the unionized sheet metal, air conditioning and welding industry, recently received a grant from Stanley Black & Decker’s first “Empower Makers” Global Impact Challenge.