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Alcan Adopts New Technology For Recycling Plant
Alcan Inc. will build an $180-million plant in Quebec to recycle spent potliner from aluminum smelters, using the company's proprietary technology. The spent material, which is removed from electrolytic cells during relining, containing carbon and various inert elements, will now be recyclable. Read more
FedEx Has Big Boost In Revenues
Corporate income is $8.54 billion for its first fiscal quarter, up 11% over last year's $7.71 billion, with FedEx Kinkos as the only business segment to show a decline. Read more
NAM To Establish China Business Task Force
On the same day the Washington, D.C.-based National Association of Manufacturers was complaining to the Bush Administration that China is not living up to its World Trade Organization obligations, the NAM's board directed the group's president, John Engler, to establish a new task force to work with U.S. Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson on Chinese currency flexibility. Read more
Research Advances Welding Robot Technology For Ships
The Defense Advanced Research Projects agency gave a $3.6 million grant to the University of New Orleans to develop automated tools for programming robots to weld ship components. The Office of Naval Research is funding the grant. Read more
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General -- Bring your own tools to work?
"Well lately I've been applying for machinist apprentice work here in town and I was wondering… do you guys bring your own tools or does your company supply your tools?"
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Manufacturing in America and Europe -- Taking out "cost"
”My engineering section is fully engaged in process of taking cost out of our line of major appliances. I'd like to hear some thoughts on other large manufacturers and where you all may think this doctrine is headed in this country."
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CNC Machining -- Coolant System recommendations?
"I would just rather buy some affordable system rather than make my own, although I would consider the DIY approach if there are no low cost options."
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DOT Seeks 'Closure Instructions'
DOT enforces package closure rules for hazardous materials shipments. Read more.
How To Make "Make-to-Order" Products More Efficiently: Real-World Examples
If your company makes engineer-to-order products, attend this Webcast to hear best practices for building to customer-specific requirements more efficiently. This Webcast on Oct. 11 will feature Schumacher Elevator -- a company that practices engineer-to-order manufacturing -- sharing tools, techniques and key lessons.
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