Jeffrey Rowe

The technical software world always seems to have some controversy or point of contention swirling around.

ECAD Marches in Step with MCAD: Electronic computer-aided design becomes an integral part of mechanical design

Electronic computer-aided design becomes an integral part of mechanical design About a year ago, two companies -- PTC and UGS -- made important announcements. Although they shared a common thread, I dismissed it at the time. However, in the past year, the potential impact and implications of the...more >>

Multitasking Machining: Manufacturers embrace multi-function equipment to gain a competitive advantage

All manufacturers want to boost productivity, and an increasing number are purchasing multitasking or multi-function machines that can perform several different machining operations.

With the advent of the Web and other electronic and digital marvels, I rarely attend trade shows and industry conferences anymore.

Technology Takes Center Stage at IMTS 2006: While many trade shows are waning, IMTS is gaining momentum and offering exciting opportunities for the manufacturing sector

The Changing Manufacturing Culture: Collaboration and flexibility must become part of industry's day-to-day workings

Last week I attended an interesting and thought-provoking event: the UGS Digital Manufacturing Symposium, held in Dearborn, Michigan. (UGS also made a major manufacturing product announcement, but more on that later.)

The Times They Are A-Changin', Part 2