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Keeping the process running
The engineering staff at SPX Cooling Technologies, Inc. take a look at addressing the cooling challenges of refineries and chemical plants
Look at the options
In these uncertain times, there are approaches that can help manufacturers improve their sales performance. By Kevin McGirl

The astonishing world of alloys and additives
MNA talks to three experts from GE, to get an inside look at what is on the agenda for advanced manufacturing and highly innovative materials development

Inspiring technology
The recent broadening in knowledge and understanding about 3D printing and additive manufacture have generated new business ideas and opportunities ranging from home hobby machines to printing buildings on other planets. Andrew Watts reveals some exciting options

Get stronger
Dean Kaplan suggests four ways to strengthen global manufacturer-supplier relationships

A sturdy spine
Eric Miller discusses the infrastructure challenges manufacturing companies face when implementing data-capable operations as part of a smart factory or connected enterprise. One weak link can jeopardize the efficiency of the entire system

A bright solution
How Industry 4.0 is offering an intelligent approach to asset management. By Matt Isherwood

An explosive issue
Among its directives, NFPA 652 outlines deadlines for sampling and analysis to identify potential risk areas for dust explosions in industrial facilities. The spotlight now turns to mitigation equipment