Julia Hider Senior Editor

Julia Hider graduated from Ohio State University in 2014 with a B.A. in journalism, and joined Gardner Business Media as an assistant editor with Modern Machine Shop in 2017. She has served as an editor on several Gardner Business Media brands, including Production Machining and Additive Manufacturing Media. She is currently a senior editor for Modern Machine Shop as covering robotics for all Gardner Business Media brands. 

Finding the Right Tools for a Turning Shop

Xcelicut is a startup shop that has grown thanks to the right machines, cutting tools, grants and other resources.

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Automation

Data Fuels Robotics Research

At Mill 19, the site of the Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing Institute and Carnegie Mellon University’s Manufacturing Futures Institute, robotics data provides the foundation for AI and digital twins.

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Automation

Four Automation Technology Trends

Robotic technology is advancing, enabling manufacturers to automate more tasks than ever before.

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IMTS

JTEKT Debuts Eight Machines at IMTS

Half of the 16 machines in the company’s booth are world or North American debuts.

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IMTS

SW North America Demonstrates Range of Machining, Automation Technologies

The company’s two in-booth demos include three types of types of robots, as well as a range of machine sizes and drive technologies.

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Automation

SPS – Smart Production Solutions Accelerates IMTS Automation Sector

A partnership between Mesago Messe Frankfurt and AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology is bringing a popular German automation show to the US.

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IMTS

Datron Shows How to Set Up, Mill and Integrate Faster

Datron Dynamics is showcasing three interactive demonstrations illustrating the theme “Set up feaster, mill faster, integrate faster.”

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IMTS

Sink a Hole-in-One at MC Machinery Systems’ Booth

The company’s demonstrations includes large-part EDM, a new method for dressing grinding wheels and the chance to test a 3D printed putter.

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IMTS

Weiler Maximizes Time on Show Floor and Shop Floor

Weiler is showcasing its control interface with conversational programming, manual machines and partnership with national distributor Methods Machine Tools.

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Four Automation Technology Trends You Won't Want to Miss at IMTS 2024

Robotics technology is advancing, enabling shops to automate more tasks than ever before.

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IMTS

Hainbuch Expands Into Automation

Hainbuch’s booth showcases the company’s first automated system for workholding changeover on turning centers, the Centrotex AC.

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How I Made It: Nushrat Ahmed: CNC Swiss Operator

By day, 21-year-old Nushrat Ahmed is a CNC Swiss operator making automotive parts. By night, she handcrafts crocheted items.

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