May 2026 ISM® Manufacturing PMI® Report

Economic activity in the manufacturing sector expanded in May for the fifth consecutive month, say the nation’s supply executives in the latest ISM® Manufacturing PMI® Report. Manufacturing PMI® at 54%New Orders GrowingProduction GrowingEmployment ContractingSupplier Deliveries SlowingRaw Materials Inventories Contracting; Customers’ Inventories Too LowPrices Increasing; Imports Growing; Exports Growing (Tempe, Arizona) — The report was issued […]

Free Fluke eBook: Laser Shaft Alignment Guide

Reduce vibration, cut energy costs, and extend your machine life today. Machinery misalignment is one of the prime causes of equipment downtime and production slowdowns, and results in increased energy costs and damaged machinery. It occurs when a motor’s centerline does not line up with that of the equipment’s shafts. Proper alignment is critical to […]

New Skilled Trades Training Program for Detroiters

Local residents can earn skilled trades certifications in welding, CNC machining, industrial technology maintenance, and robotics. DETROIT – LIFT, the Department of War-supported national advanced materials and manufacturing innovation institute, officially launched a new cohort of Operation Next® students at its Corktown headquarters in partnership with Detroit at Work. The program aims to strengthen the […]

APM Steam Highlights HVAC Insulation Services for Food Manufacturing

Innovative solutions for enhanced operational efficiency and energy savings. American Plant Maintenance (APM Steam), a leading provider of steam systems maintenance services, highlights its innovative HVAC insulation services, designed to provide significant energy savings and enhanced operational efficiency for food manufacturing facilities. APM Steam’s team of experts can quickly assess insulation opportunities, and work directly […]