John Bouchard & Sons Named Hanwha Centrifugal Compressor Distributor
July 1, 2026John Bouchard & Sons Co. (JBS) has announced its appointment as an authorized distributor for Hanwha Power (formerly Hanwha Power Systems), a provider of high-efficiency, oil-free centrifugal air and gas compression technology. This strategic partnership strengthens JBS's long-standing compressed air product offering and reinforces its commitment to delivering world-class solutions to industrial engineers, facility managers, and plant maintenance professionals across Tennessee, Kentucky, southern Indiana and southwest Virginia.
"The...
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Improving Industrial Measures Point to Sustained Manufacturing Technology Demand
July 1, 2026U.S. industrial production increased in April 2026 to the highest level since 2019, according to the latest report from the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System. Capacity utilization increased by 0.4 percentage points from March 2026. For manufacturers, industrial production and capacity utilization increased at roughly the same rate as the overall index, 0.6% and 0.4%, respectively. Capacity utilization for durable goods manufacturing increased 0.9 percentage points, led by an aerospace sector whose capacity utilization increased 1...
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Robotmaster Software Update Speeds Up Programming
July 1, 2026Hypertherm Associates has announced a new software release for Robotmaster, its offline programming (OLP) for robotic plasma cutting, welding, and contouring. The release introduces performance and platform improvements, a standardized approach to robotic plasma cell deployment, and more predictable robot motion to help customers move from CAD to production with fewer delays.
"Our customers are not just programming more parts. They are working with larger CAD models, denser toolpaths, and increasingly complex robot programs where respon...
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Precision Drive Systems Adds William Adams as Operations Manager
July 1, 2026Precision Drive Systems (PDS), a global provider of precision electro-mechanical motor spindles, expert engineering support, and spindle repair and rebuild services near Charlotte, NC, has appointed William Adams as Manager of Operations, succeeding Brian Titchworth.
"William's background in technical operations, CNC machining, and process improvement makes him the ideal addition to the PDS team," said Robert Turk, President of PDS. "We are excited to welcome him and are confident he will build on our 30 years of operation...
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6K Additive Appoints Brandon Davis as COO
July 1, 20266K Additive, Inc. has announced the appointment of Brandon Davis as COO. Davis, a high-impact manufacturing executive with over two decades of experience, will oversee the company's global operations, including metal powder production and alloy additions.
In his new role, Davis will manage all 6K Additive facilities, including the company's headquarters in Burgettstown, PA, as well as sites in Hayward, CA; Washington, MO; Red Lion, PA; New Castle, PA; and New Cumberland, WV. He will report directly to Frank Roberts, CEO of 6K Additiv...
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Bourn & Koch Represents Minganti Global in North America
July 1, 2026Bourn & Koch announced it will represent Minganti Global's vertical turning and hard turning platforms in North America, expanding its offerings in precision machine tools for bearing, aerospace, and automotive applications.
Founded in 1919 in Bologna, Italy, Minganti began by producing vertical lathes under license from Motch. That foundation evolved into a focused specialization in vertical turning for bearing components, where stiffness, thermal stability, and process control are critical.
Minganti's current platforms are purpose-b...
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