Society of Manufacturing Engineers - SME

Welcome!

As the leading resource of manufacturing information, the Society of Manufacturing Engineers is pleased to present sessions at the IMTS 2008 Manufacturing Business & Technology Forum.

SME supports all efforts that provide opportunities for manufacturing professionals to gather information and meet other professionals. Since the goals of IMTS are consistent with and support SME's goals for the manufacturing community, we are honored to be part of this event. ~Mr. Mark Tomlinson, Executive Director & General Manager, SME

Forum Educational Description

SME organized sessions will focus on leading technologies, strategies and tools to improve product and operations, including:

Emerging technologies and trends in machining
Emerging technologies and trends in grinding
Emerging technologies and trends in metal cutting fluids
Lean manufacturing
Cell design
Value stream mapping
Standardized work
Set up reduction

View the Forum Registration information and plan to attend IMTS 2008 now.

Session Schedule

Please review the list of conferences we're offering, and we hope to see you at IMTS.

SESSION TITLE	HANDOUTS
Tuesday, September 14
The Machine Part Cost & Process - Management Dilemma - TU04
Lean Safety-Transforming Your Safety Culture with Lean Management - TU06
Increased Capabilities and Flexibility Equals Higher Productivity - TU12
Greening Up the Industrial Parts Cleaning Process - TU14
Capital Equipment Justification - The Truth About ROI - TU15
MTConnect - TU13 & TH04
Utilizing New Software Algorithms to Improve CAM Programming, Shorten Mill Times and Increase Security - TU17
The Information Age of Manufacturing - TU16 & TH07
Discussions on Manufacturing Issues Today - TU18
Wednesday, September 15
LMPC - Lean and Machining Practices: Make the Connection - WE05
Smart Operation Starts with Automation - WE09
TTCT - Takt Time Versus Cycle Time: What's More Important? - WE11
Lean Manufacturing and the Production-On-Demand Model - WE16
Preventive Maintenance: What You Don't Know Can Hurt You - WE17
U.S. Government Actions and Polices on Top Manufacturing Issues - WE12
Developments in CAD/CAM for Composites - WE14
Automatic Tool ID Saves Big Bucks - WE15
Thursday, September 16
Advantages of an Integrated NC Programming and Simulation Strategy - TH02
Cost-cutting Scrap Handling Solutions: Innovative Ways to Improve Processes, Cut Costs - TH03
MTConnect - TU13 & TH04
CAM Software and Your Profitability - TH08
The Information Age of Manufacturing - TU16 & TH07
Get All the Facts Before You Select Your Next CNC Control - TH16
Motors, Drives, and Motion Control - Global Market Update - TH13
Leveraging CAD/CAM Automation - TH15
Using PLM to Enhance Value Stream Management for Competitive Advantage
Friday, September 17
Ultra-High Performance Toolpath Technology Can Transform U.S. Manufacturing - FR04
Getting it Right on the Money: Best Practices in Job Costing - FR03
New Technologies for Machine Tool Automation - FR06

Conference Contact for SME

For more information on the SME sessions, please contact the SME Call Center:
Phone: 1-800-733-4763 or 313-425-3000
Email: service@sme.org.

Society of Manufacturing Engineers

The SME is the worlds leading professional society advancing manufacturing knowledge and influencing more than half a million manufacturing professionals annually. Through its communities, publications, expositions and professional development resources, SME promotes an increased awareness of manufacturing engineering and keeps manufacturing professionals up to date on leading trends and technologies. Headquartered in Michigan, SME has members in more than 70 countries and represents manufacturing practitioners across all industries.

Visit SME's web site for more information http://www.sme.org.