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WALK THE TALK

rss@fandmmag.com — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 10:25:00 -0500

Performance Profile: The founder of this new and used machine tool supplier, never seeking to comply with the norm, has taken the concept of the small-time dealer, the broker who spends all of his time on the phone buying and selling, and completely blown it apart.

WEAPON OF CHOICE

rss@fandmmag.com — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 10:21:00 -0500

On Your Mark: This new bore machining system creates a competitive advantage both on and off the paintball playing field. Hunters, competitive target shooters, and those who play the game should check this out.

PLASMA, OXYFUEL AND LASER: WHICH CUTTING METHOD IS RIGHT FOR YOU?

rss@fandmmag.com (Kat McQuade, Hypertherm) — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 10:17:00 -0500

Which Is Which? There isnt much room for error in business today. Metal fabricators and steel service centers must make smart choices in selecting the right cutting method to ensure success in their business. Here is the process information needed to make a confident and informed decision.

Top News: THE MANUFACTURING SITUATION: RECOVERY RISING?

rss@fandmmag.com (Dave Huether, Chief Economist, NAM) — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 23:37:00 -0500

Next Up: The Great Recovery. While it is certainly not "case closed", the evidence that the state of the economy is poised to improve has moved from anecdotal to direct.

THE MANUFACTURING SITUATION: FROM PAINFUL TO STAINLESS

rss@fandmmag.com — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 16:56:00 -0500

Buyers Aware: Prepare for takeoff. The negative outlook for the chromium market this year is likely to be short lived and replaced by a limited recovery that will start soon.

A FAIR SHAKE

rss@fandmmag.com — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 16:37:00 -0500

Near Zero Failure: This metal stamper discovered that electric shakers are better than air for their press operations, and now theyre not looking back.

THE MANUFACTURING SITUATION: RETURN TO THE DARK SIDE

rss@fandmmag.com — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 16:21:00 -0500

Dark Horse: Embedded inside all the optimism about economic improvement, a harsh reality returns machine shop activity has now reached a record low level.

THE MANUFACTURING SITUATION: A CASE FOR WORKING WITH YOUR HANDS

rss@fandmmag.com (Matthew B. Crawford) — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 16:17:00 -0500

Time To (Re)Setup Shop: Remember how high-school shop programs were widely dismantled as educators prepared students to become knowledge workers? This has not come to pass. Somebody has to actually do things, like fix our cars, unclog our toilets, and build our houses.

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