Since the pandemic uncovered weaknesses in the global supply chain and sparked a domino effect, manufacturers have been bombarded with information on ways to weather the fallout.

From the Senior Editor - Applying new technologies to existing shop floor procedures can seem daunting, but the biggest mistake is not taking the time to perform the necessary due diligence.

From the Senior Editor - Space exploration is more than searching what spins beyond Earth’s orbit. With each NASA mission, engineers, technicians, astronauts and teams of others log endless hours to advance science and industry.

From the Publisher - There’s been a lot of talk about the deplorable condition of the nation’s infrastructure and President Trump’s plan for fixing that problem, as well as the controversial Section 232 tariffs on imported steel and aluminum that he authorized in March.

From the Senior Editor - Nonprofit initiative connects those facing barriers with ample employment opportunities.

From the Senior Editor - In this issue, we examine one technology that is shouldering a bigger role on smart production floors.

From the Senior Editor - Today’s average welder is 57 years old and that’s a big problem.

From the Senior Editor - Preparing for the worst means highlighting the work of those spearheading breakthrough advancements in both metallurgical research and fabrication.

Editorial - Technology has changed the way we live over the last century. In 1915, Alexander Graham Bell made the first coast-to-coast phone call. He predicted that, one day, calls “could be made without wires.”