Solar Atmospheres of California is thrilled to welcome Eric Cavenee to our Western Region Outside Sales team! In this role, Eric will support customers across the western United States with world-class thermal processing solutions for aerospace, defense, medical, additive manufacturing, nuclear, and power generation metal components, specializing in advanced vacuum furnace technology.

As technology becomes more essential in the workplace, the risk of damage, downtime, and costly replacements grows. Protecting these investments is no longer a matter of convenience--it's a competitive necessity.

In demanding industries ranging from automotive and aerospace to chemical processing and medical technology, the performance of a system often depends on its smallest components. Viton tubing, made from premium FKM fluoroelastomers, offers a combination of chemical resistance, thermal stability, and durability that far exceeds the capabilities of conventional elastomers such as EPDM, Neoprene or Nitrile. At SantopSeal Corporation, we supply Viton tubing solutions designed to perform reliably in the harshest environments, ensuring longer service life and reduced maintenance downtime.

When we think about bringing manufacturing back to the United States, we might want to begin with the people who will make it possible--their daily efforts, dedication to their craft, and inspiring stories. One such story is close to home.

We are excited to announce that Strainsert is celebrating our 65th successful year as a multiple patent holding innovator and leading pioneer in the Force Measurement Industry. Our journey started in 1960 when the Strainsert Company was founded with a vision and determination to develop and introduce a new game-changing approach to Force Sensor design and manufacturing into the sensor marketplace.

The construction industry has always been cyclical. Booms bring a flood of projects, while downturns stall developments and tighten budgets. The question isn't if slowdowns will happen but how firms can adapt. The companies that approach marketing strategically during these times not only survive but often emerge stronger. This article explores practical, proven ways construction companies can thrive in slow markets by auditing operations, rethinking marketing spend, targeting underserved sectors, leveraging technology, and building long-term resilience.

For manufacturers across the United States, a modern, well-designed website is one of the most powerful tools for growing a client base. In many cases, your website is the first interaction a potential customer has with your brand--and that first impression can be the difference between winning a lead or losing it. An effective site doesn't just list products and services; it communicates your expertise, values, and competitive edge in a way that inspires confidence and drives action.

As electronics continue to shrink in size and grow in complexity, companies face growing pressure to build with speed, precision and consistency. This has only intensified the importance of streamlining production methods with advanced technologies like collaborative robots (cobots). Cobots bring precision, consistency and 24/7 uptime to tasks that are difficult, repetitive or time-consuming for human operators. In fact, cobots accounted for 11 percent of all industrial robots installed in 2023, highlighting their growing role in modern manufacturing environments.

Your company's story deserves to be seen. A thoughtfully designed history display is more than just decoration--it's a powerful way to celebrate milestones, inspire pride, and strengthen your brand identity. Whether it's greeting clients in your lobby or reminding employees in the breakroom of humble beginnings, a history display becomes a daily reminder of how far you've come. Here's a step-by-step guide to creating a display that's both visually striking and meaningful.

When is the best time to explore changes to your supply chain? The answer is right now, even with all the economic uncertainty in the air. Strike that: especially with all the economic uncertainty in the air. As I'll explain, when the world is shifting around us, the biggest risk is doing nothing at all. If nothing else, the pandemic taught us the importance of being prepared for the next incoming disruption. It revealed how complex and fragile supply chains can be -- the problems that can spring up with or without warning.

Process equipment manufacturer Volkmann USA of Bristol, PA, has unveiled a sanitary version of its Vibratory Feeder Dosing System. Devised for food, nutrition, and pharmaceutical manufacturers, the sanitary vibrating feeder continuously transfers powders, pellets, tablets, and other bulk materials from its hopper into mixers, extruders, tablet counters, and other machinery within a contained system that guards against contamination. The hygienic design features an enclosed discharge chute, stainless steel construction, and smooth, polished internals, all cleverly configured for fast, easy disassembly and complete cleaning.

U.S. sports equipment manufacturer Bison, Inc. now includes over 140,000 square feet of manufacturing space with the move of all storage, design, fabrication, coating, and packaging departments to its 1100 SW 6th Street warehouse and shipping location in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Perfection Spring & Stamping Corp., in Mount Prospect, IL is proud to announce a major milestone--its 70th Anniversary! Perfection provides the finest Stampings, Springs, Wire forms and Four-Slide parts in the industry. Since its founding in 1955, Perfection Spring & Stamping Corp. has been dedicated to providing innovative, high-quality solutions to customers across a variety of global and domestic customers in a variety of industries. This remarkable achievement reflects the company's commitment to quality, service, and customer satisfaction.

In industries where precision and purity are necessities rather than luxuries--think healthcare, biotechnology, lab instrumentation, and semiconductors--the controlled introduction of gases into liquid (or even gas) streams is foundational. Two components quietly making this possible are spargers and gas diffusers. Though often grouped together, they serve distinct functions depending on the application.

Blackrock Plastics, a leader in the recycled plastics industry, is positioned for significant growth as the global recycled plastic market expands. The market is expected to grow providing immense opportunities for Blackrock Plastics to capture market share.

A hydraulic cylinder, also referred to as a linear hydraulic motor, is a mechanical actuator used in many applications such as manufacturing, machinery, construction, and civil engineering. These cylinders generate their power through pressurized hydraulic fluid and propel vehicles and machines through a unidirectional force.

Cyclonaire is pleased to announce the addition of Corey Egger to the Business Development team, following a comprehensive search for a seasoned professional in bulk material handling. Corey joins Cyclonaire with a wealth of experience in technical sales, systems engineering, and project management, specifically within pneumatic conveying solutions.

Henry Repeating Arms, one of the country's leading firearms manufacturers, is stepping up to support 13-year-old Keane Rhodes of Universal City, Texas, who is currently undergoing aggressive treatment for ALL T-cell leukemia. Diagnosed on New Year's Day, 2024, Keane faces at least two years of chemotherapy, radiation, and countless trips to Methodist Children's Hospital of San Antonio.

Barrick Mining Corporation (Barrick), the Operator of the Reko Diq Mining Joint Venture, and Komatsu have finalized an agreement for the delivery of primary mining equipment to Barrick's Reko Diq copper-gold project in Pakistan starting in 2026. Valued at $440 million, the deal marks Komatsu's first major mining equipment placement in its Middle East territory and underscores the strengthening partnership between the two companies.

A-1 Global Holdings, Inc. is proud to announce that its innovative framing solution has been selected as a nominee in the Florida Chamber of Commerce's "Coolest Thing Made in Florida* contest. This annual event honors standout products and highlights the importance of manufacturing in Florida's economy.

Let's be honest. Risk is a part of life, and that includes your supply chain. While risk may not be 100% avoidable, it can be mitigated. Many risks are already on your radar: trade uncertainty, geopolitical conflicts, natural disasters. The path to managing them is threefold. Step 1 is clear and precise: Plan ahead. Step 2 involves redundancy and flexibility in said plan. Step 3 is more conceptual: Keep an eye on how technology comes into play.

In the ever-evolving industrial landscape, the demand for versatile, durable, and high-performance materials has never been greater. Industries ranging from automotive to electronics, construction to healthcare, all rely on materials that can withstand harsh environments while delivering long-lasting performance. Among these materials, Santoprene TPV has emerged as a game-changer.

As a whole, the plastics processing industry has been contracting for the past several years. This is due in part to the continued use of outdated materials and techniques. However, thanks to the introduction of several newer and more advanced materials, plastics processing is starting to see new life and is contracting less and less each month.

The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) is a private, not-for-profit organization dedicated to supporting the U.S. voluntary standards and conformity assessment system and strengthening its impact, both domestically and internationally. The proper printing of barcode label products is critical to achieving ANSI Grade verification. Here is what you need to know.

When it comes to precision fluid transfer, peristaltic pump tubing is an essential component in countless industries. Whether you're working in healthcare, food processing, chemical transfer, or water treatment, choosing the right tubing for your peristaltic pump is critical to system efficiency, safety, and longevity. At SantopSeal Corporation, a leading manufacturer and supplier of peristaltic pump tubing in bulk, we specialize in high-quality Santoprene--tubing that meets the rigorous demands of industrial, food-grade, and medical-grade applications.

In a move that enhances versatility and security in packaging solutions, Neway Packaging has expanded its product line to include colored stretch film, offering customers a dynamic alternative to traditional clear film. This innovative product caters to a range of industries looking to streamline operations, improve branding, and protect products more effectively during shipping and storage.

As 2025 nears the halfway mark, the industrial market is indicating the signs of nearshoring and onshoring movements accelerate. According to the NAIOP's recent summit, they concluded that over the last four decades, only 1-2% of supply chains had drastically moved, but in the last three years, up to 35% have moved or are in consideration to be moved." The original reasons for offshoring production were to take advantage of low labor costs, globalization and scale. Due to the pandemic and intellectual property compromises among the primary reasons, seismic shifts have begun.

When it comes to retail fixtures, there's no shortage of options--but very few offer the full-package, Made-in-the-USA experience that Infinity Retail Services delivers. Learn more about the many advantages of working with Infinity Retail Services.

Versatility in food, chemical, and pharmaceutical processing has overtaken sheer speed among the most important factors in process equipment purchasing, according to Dave Nichols, senior sales engineer for pneumatic vacuum conveying equipment manufacturer Volkmann USA, Bristol, PA. When specifying conveying equipment, that means paying close attention to easy cleaning and fast changeovers to switch from one product or material on a dime. Nichols offers key considerations for evaluating conveyors for changeover compatibility:

Shutoff filters and self-sealing filters play a critical role in laboratory and clinical diagnostic systems by preventing unwanted fluid flow and potential contamination. These filters are designed to automatically stop fluid movement and possible entry of contaminants when certain conditions are met, such as excessive (or negligible) pressure or the presence (or absence) of liquid.