Carl Zeiss Industrial Metrology acquired Coordinate Measurement Specialists in Novi, Mich. 

 More than 700 leading international suppliers have booked stands for Advanced Engineering UK.

 August U.S. manufacturing technology orders totaled $285.92 million. 

 Zeiss recently acquired Steinbichler Optotechnik GmbH.

 Lowell, Inc. named Edward Jaeck as vice president of operations. 

National Association of Manufacturers President and CEO Jay Timmons issued a statement on the conclusion of the final round of Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) negotiations.

 The upcoming workshops will span the United States, Mexico and Canada. 

 Prior to joining AMT, Stahl served as the chief financial officer at Lightbridge Communications Corporation. 

Acquired patents to enhance Rudolph’s inspection capabilities in advanced packaging and extend inspection into new applications.

Manufacturers watch NAM, renew call for strong outcomes.