LIFT, the Department of Defense-supported national advanced materials manufacturing innovation institute, operated by the American Lightweight Materials Manufacturing Innovation Institute (ALMMII), today announced that it will introduce its new state-of-the-art Advanced Metallic Production and Processing Center (AMPP) in the new year solving a critical gap in addressing advanced materials challenges across the U.S. industrial base.

Nord Drivesystems offers a full, comprehensive range of after-sales services and support to ensure efficient performance and longevity of their products. Services include commissioning, maintenance, spare parts management, digital solutions, and more. They also provide self-service options, with FAQs addressing common inquiries via easy, 24/7 online access.

The recent EUROTRANS General Assembly in Bad Homburg, Germany, on November 29, 2024, was highly productive, bringing together participants from 10 countries. The association extends heartfelt thanks to host Mr. Fabian Maurer, Ringspann GmbH, Bad Homburg, and his team for their hospitality.

David Christopher Cooper, age 63, of Pelham, AL died on December 7, 2024. Chris had a successful career at Vulcan Publications from 1988 until 2002. His first year, he was awarded the Rookie of the Year award, followed by 20 years of employee of the year, Top Sales, and Top Production recognitions. In December 2002 he started Media Solutions where he continued his publishing career as president and CEO.

In today’s fast-paced manufacturing world, inefficiencies in repetitive tasks can slow down progress. That’s why Bonfiglioli is proud to be part of Moma-Flex, a pioneering project funded by EIT Manufacturing and the European Union, designed to revolutionize how production plants operate. 

Forest City Gear, an industry-leading manufacturer of fine- and medium-pitch custom gears, is proud to recognize Customer Quality Engineer Jacob Hutmacher on his 10^thanniversary and thank him for his long-term dedication to the company.  

SKF has secured EUR 430 million financing from the European Investment Bank (EIB) with a tenor of up to ten years. The financing will support SKF’s research and development (R&D) to increase the focus on high-growth segments and accelerate the design and development of enabling technologies particularly for the green transition and sustainability.

The PTDA Foundation recognizes the urgent need for skilled professionals in the power transmission and motion control (PT/MC) industry. As such, it is committed to helping PT/MC employers further the education of current and upcoming talent with the introduction of two new scholarship programs. 

The automotive supplier association CLEPA honors ZF as a top innovator in the “Green” category. The award-winning technology, an electric motor without rare earths, sets new standards in electromobility by dispensing with magnets and improving sustainability with the same performance.

Motion Industries, Inc. has signed a definitive purchase agreement to acquire the operating assets of U.S. based International Conveyor and Rubber (ICR). The transaction is expected to close at the end of December 2024, subject to customary closing conditions.