Reshoring American Manufacturing: A New Dawn
At a critical juncture, the American manufacturing industry, historically the backbone of the nation’s economy and a global powerhouse of innovation and production, is now grappling with the economic challenges of reshoring. Confronted with higher labor costs and intense financial pressures, many of today’s manufacturers have prioritized short-term gains to stay competitive, gradually eroding the […]
Balancing AI & Human Ingenuity in Manufacturing
Is artificial intelligence (AI) reshaping the way you work? As our industry eagerly taps into the vast potential of this transformative technology, it prompts an inevitable question: will AI take over manufacturing? The short answer is not entirely. At this pivotal juncture in manufacturing’s evolution, we’re deeply invested in the interplay between AI’s capabilities and […]
Aerospace Risk Mastery: Precision & Safety Unite
In high-precision aerospace component production, risk management ensures the safety and reliability of every part integrated into aircraft and spacecraft. Given the mission-critical nature of aerospace operations, where the margin between success and catastrophe is razor-thin, each component’s integrity and performance are vital. In this industry, mitigation is indispensable as part of risk management. For instance, […]
CEO’s Perspective: KMM’s Strategic Vision & Shaping Tomorrow’s Leaders
At its heart, the KMM story is one of innovation, vision, and adaptability. From the early days of KVI, M&S Grinding, and Meron Medical, through our groundbreaking merger that formed KMM in 2020, and now with our relocation to a new state-of-the-art facility, we’ve consistently evolved to meet industry demands while upholding our fundamental values. […]
The Future of Orthopedic Manufacturing? Find Out at OMTEC 2023!
The Orthopedic Manufacturing & Technology Expo and Conference (OMTEC), the only show exclusively serving the orthopedic industry, is coming to Chicago from June 13-15, 2023, and we are excited to exhibit at this year’s event. Our experts will be on hand to discuss the latest cutting-edge manufacturing techniques and project management strategies you won’t want […]
Automation: The Make-or-Break Decision For Today’s Manufacturers
In the early days of the industrial revolution, manufacturing was labor-intensive and relied heavily on human power, with automation being a concept yet to be introduced. Workers would use industrial tools and machinery to cut, shape, and assemble parts. This approach was often rigorous and time-consuming. However, the manufacturing industry has undergone significant changes recently, […]
The Rise of Micromanufacturing: Smaller, Faster, Precise
With the increasing demand for miniaturized devices, micromanufacturing techniques have become essential for mission-critical industries, medtech , aerospace, space exploration, and defense. This highly specialized manufacturing process makes it possible to produce small and intricate parts with dimensions in the micrometer range (less than 1 millimeter). Often, the parts are so small that many people […]
What to Expect at BIOMEDevice Boston 2022
BIOMEDevice Boston is back for 2022! Featuring more than 200 exhibitors and 30 industry thought leaders, this two-day event runs from September 28-29 at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center. We’re proud to exhibit at this premier event that brings together the brightest minds in the medical device industry in one place. This post previews […]
5 Reasons to Consider a Career in Manufacturing
A new face of manufacturing is emerging right before our eyes. This fast-growing industry is evolving at warp speed, thanks to advances in mission-critical sectors like aerospace, defense, and medtech – and it’s bringing incredible careers along with it. If you’re searching for a new opportunity to showcase and develop your technical talents and skills, […]
Why DFM is Critical for Manufacturing Accurate and Cost-Effective Components
We jumped at the chance to machine ultra-precision components for a brand-new transcranial doppler (TCD) technology that reveals cerebral blood flow data in real-time. We knew it could change the game for patients and providers when diagnosing, surveying, and monitoring stroke and other blood flow disorders. In discussing the project with our high-tech medical equipment […]
