#METALMARKETUPDATE – September ’23
In August 2023, the ISM Manufacturing Index (PMI) increased to 47.6 from the previous month’s 46.4, slightly surpassing the market’s expected value of 47.0. Nevertheless, this figure still indicated that…
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The Importance of a “Clean” Field Project Mobilization – #METALMARKETUPDATE (August, 2023)
The Importance of a “Clean” Field Project Mobilization – Ward has been in business for over 40 years. During that time, we have learned that the combination of our tools…
Specialty Field Machining
Field Machining at a Theme Park for a New Ride! Ward was called on to help a well-known theme park with the installation of a new ride. Proper operation of…
Dimensional Tolerances
The ASME code has surprisingly few dimensional tolerances. In fact, in section U-5, the Code states that tolerances are not fully addressed, and allowable tolerances should be based on engineering…
#METALMARKETUPDATE – MAY ’23
The ISM Manufacturing Index (PMI) increased to 47.1 in April 2023. This is a welcomed change as it rose from its three-year low of 46.3 seen in March. These figures…
Systems and Organization in the Field
System si-st?m Noun a set of things working together as parts of a mechanism or an interconnecting network. a set of principles or procedures according to which something is done;…
