I mentioned succession planning in my last posting; most of the senior gear engineers I know are planning to retire in the next few years and their...

The massive flood damage in Houston will take years and billions of dollars to repair. Even with plenty of warning, there was no way to evacuate mi...

The definition is pretty straightforward: An association is an organization of persons having a common interest. Basically, it's a group that shares a purpose or mission that exists for the mutual advancement of its members.

Bob Errichello retires from teaching, Siemens expands technical center, HBM Holdings acquires Schafer Industries, plus new hires and other industry news.

This special advertising section highlights exhibitors from Gear Expo 2017 and ASM Heat Treat 2017.

Don't miss these exhibitors co-located with Gear Expo.

Map and directory of Gear Expo 2017. Plan your visit with this handy guide.

The latest technology on display in Columbus, OH. October 24-26.

I'm sure it comes as no surprise that finding skilled people to work in your manufacturing facility is no simple task. But after finding them, and investing in the development of their abilities, what happens when one of them - an employee your company really needs - becomes a troublesome employee? This is among the trickiest situations a manager can face.