Distefano Technology and Manufacturing

06/14/2016

"For the United States to prosper in the 21st century, it must have a high-performing manufacturing sector."

This is one of the largest investments in advanced manufacturing that the country has ever seen, and is certainly beneficial for investment in the industry as a whole.

06/14/2016

Reshoring Helps Companies Lower Total Cost

Can reshoring help US companies fulfill a key tenet of W. Edwards Deming - minimize total cost?

06/13/2016

The kicks off on Friday - how will you celebrate?

The third White House Week of Making will be held from June 17-23. Here's what you need to know, as well as how you can get involved.

06/10/2016

Dual enrollment programs offer a great opportunity for young, skilled workers.

A new policy recently unveiled by the White House could mean very good things for low-income students looking to benefit from dual enrollment programs.

06/10/2016

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06/08/2016

Some future manufacturing workers may look a lot more like Iron Man than we expected

Devices like robo-gloves, power thumbs and exoskeletons augment physical strength and ease strain on the factory floor.

06/08/2016

Why Reshoring and Transportation Issues Go Hand In Hand

With a more localized transportation pattern, rather than drivers spanning the country, the transportation network could shrink, and therefore be less affected by disruptions like the weather or port work stoppages.

06/07/2016

Could Factories Ever Become Powered By 100% Renewable Energy?

Weâre quite a long way from seeing factories entirely powered by renewable energy, like the Gigafactory, but thereâs no doubt that weâre headed in that direction.

06/07/2016

Clearly, manufacturing is having a big impact on jobs, livelihoods and the economy.

Everyone who works in manufacturing knows that itâs one of the coolest industries to be in right now.

06/06/2016

Got skills? Think manufacturing!

Manufacturers may be looking for a few skilled workersâand in some occupations, more than a few.

06/03/2016

This gallery is great!

U.S. manufacturing has a rich history, with dozens of companies reaching the ripe old age of 100 -- and more. Enjoy this selection of century-old manufacturing firms.

06/02/2016

Advanced Composites: Revolutionizing the Manufacturing Industry?

From woods to carbon polymers, there wonât be many industries that arenât touched by advanced composites sometime in the near future.