Automotive
One Word: Plastics
Plastics is still king, and the latest U.S. Size and Impact Report from the Plastics Industry Association has the numbers to prove it.
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Outlook for 2017: Cautiously Optimistic
Despite limited economic and manufacturing climates, mold builders can continue to grow with a solid business strategy and a focus on operational excellence.
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Automotive and Machinery/Equipment
Automotive market remains strong, and machinery/equipment is on the upswing.
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Driving Cost Out of the Value Chain
Study reveals cost challenges among the automotive tooling supply chain and recommendations for driving profitable growth.
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Reshoring to... Mexico?
As I walked the Plastec West Show in Anaheim a little over a week ago and talked with mold builders who were there, I had more than one conversation that revolved around how busy their shops were and about the reshoring of manufacturing that’s going on.
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Machinery/Equipment and Automotive
Machinery/equipment likely to contract this year; automotive strong, but slowing.
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Medical and Automotive/Transportation
Healthcare spending is up, while medical production down; spending on motor vehicles and parts is likely to slow next year.
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What's Behind the Predicted Automotive Industry Slowdown
According to Harbour Results President and CEO Laurie Harbour, “The automotive industry has reached an inflection point and the entire manufacturing value chain will need to change the way it traditionally does business to remain profitable and prepare for a future downturn."
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Electronics and Automotive
Electronics could see stronger growth, while automotive production likely to slow in 2016.
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Laser Texturing Proves Automotive Potential
A cosmetic interior tooling application in North America could spell a brighter future for a process that promises savings throughout the supply chain.
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