A lot is happening in the cutting tool industry in the month of October. Continue reading our news roundup to learn more about what’s happening in the industry this month.

Mazak’s ‘Discover 2023’ Event Unveils Cutting-Edge Manufacturing Solutions and Disruptive Technology Advancements

How do manufacturers stay competitive when faced with skilled labor shortages, rapidly rising wages, high interest rates, and soaring energy costs? That’s exactly what Dan Janka, president of Mazak Corp., asked at the launch of the company’s “Discover 2023” event. The event was held at Mazak’s North American headquarters in Florence, Kentucky.

The technology and education event included live demos of Mazak’s machines and facility tours throughout, including its iSmart factory and National Technology Center. Over 2,000 people attended the event, hailing from 47 different states and seven different countries.

For more information on what you missed at the Discover 2023 event click here. 

Vacuum Chamber Manufacturers Gear Up for Increased Chip Production 

From vehicles, cellular phones and defense systems to gaming consoles, refrigerators and coffeemakers, the ever expanding incorporation of microelectronics has dramatically magnified the demand for semiconductor chips at the heart of every digital device. As a result, there is an acute shortage of such chips, even though more than one trillion of them are manufactured worldwide each year.

However, amid the current crisis in the production of semiconductor chips, timely delivery enabled by advanced machine tool technology can help chipmakers more quickly supply the key components of the devices and machines that influence every aspect of our lives.

Get the full scoop on how vacuum chamber technology is helping manufacturers bridge the gap by checking out sme.org.

Celebrate Composites Manufacturing Achievements

In recognition of the valuable contributions within the composites manufacturing industry, the Composites Manufacturing Tech Group, which is part of SME’s Plastics, Composites & Coatings Community, developed the Excellence in Composites Manufacturing Award to acknowledge the valuable roles that both large and small manufacturers play within the industry.

The award is presented annually to an individual who has contributed to the composites manufacturing or tooling technology through leadership, technical developments, patents or educational activities.

To nominate an individual or learn more about this award click here. 

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