SOUTHWEST Exhibitor: Started in 1971, Crescent Gage & Tool Sales has been in business selling, supporting and servicing dimensional inspection and measuring equipment. Quality is the most important entity in our business. Our commitment is to satisfy our customers, the companies we represent, and our co-workers, by providing error-free products and services that exceed their expectations every time.
SOUTHWEST Exhibitor: Hexagon Metrology offers a comprehensive range of products and services for all industrial metrology applications in sectors such as automotive, aerospace, energy and medical. We support our customers with actionable measurement information along the complete life cycle of a product – from development and design to production, assembly and final inspection. With more than 20 production facilities and 70 Precision Centers for service and demonstrations, and a network of over 100 distribution partners on five continents, we empower our customers to fully control their manufacturing processes, enhancing the quality of products and increasing efficiency in manufacturing plants around the world. Hexagon Metrology is part of Hexagon (Nordic exchange: HEXA B; www.hexagon.com). Hexagon is a leading global provider of design, measurement and visualization technologies that enable customers to design, measure and position objects, and process and present data.
SOUTHWEST Exhibitor: Mr Washerman is a Custom Metal Stamping manufacturer located in Houston, TX We work with wide range of materials, from .001” to 1/4" thick. Our presses range from 22 to 160 tons. We ran single stage, multiple stages, compound and progressive operation processes.We design and build tools and dies in house
SOUTHWEST Exhibitor: Established in 1959, RobbJack Corporation specializes in the engineering, manufacture and sale of solid carbide cutting tools. We continue to offer the broadest line of carbide end mills with the closest tolerances available for CNC milling equipment. In addition, we manufacture solid carbide slitting saws and PCD diamond-tipped routers, as well as provide physical vapor deposition (PVD) coating services. The benefits of high-speed solid carbide tools are as compelling today as they were 63 years ago. With today’s emphasis on process efficiencies for increased profitability, users realize that properly engineered tooling offers not only closer tolerances and longer life, but extremely high feed rates. RobbJack has worked with several aerospace partners since 1974, to support the demand for superior performance, with progressively more challenging application requirements. RobbJack Corporation has been employee-owned for more than 30 years, which is the average term of service for over 20% of our staff, and the management team has a combined 185 years of experience in the cutting tools industry. Whether your needs are for standard stocked items, or customized tools for your specific application, we are here to help you. We define “service” in our customer’s terms, delivering consistently superior quality products, and solving problems quickly and effectively.
SOUTHWEST Exhibitor: Standard Bots offers a range of six-axis, programmable robot arms designed and assembled in the USA. We quickly and easily integrate into existing setups to automate both simple and complex tasks. Our industrial robot arms can automate most common manufacturing tasks across a range of use cases and industries.
SOUTHWEST Session: Unexpected breakdowns, rising costs, and limited asset visibility continue to be a challenge for manufacturers, especially as teams face mounting pressure to do more with less – fewer technicians, tighter budgets, and limited time. But with the right technology and a practical approach to reliability, lean teams can shift from fighting fires to building long-term, operational resilience into every layer of production. In this session, we’ll showcase how manufacturers are using modern CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) tools to drive higher uptime, extend asset life, and reduce reactive work – all without needing additional headcount or new equipment. We’ll demonstrate how top performing teams have digitized preventive maintenance schedules, deployed QR code-enabled work orders, and built mobile-first maintenance workflows that keep machines running and teams aligned. Whether you’re still using spreadsheets or looking to get more out of your current system, this session will provide a clear blueprint for building a smart, scalable maintenance program.
SOUTHWEST Session: Driven by the rise of Edge AI, industrial machine health monitoring is undergoing a transformative shift—enabling smarter, faster, and more autonomous decision-making at the edge. In this session, we’ll explore how edge computing and artificial intelligence are converging to deliver real-time insights directly at the source of data generation, minimizing latency and enhancing responsiveness. We'll examine traditional Condition-based Monitoring (CbM) methods and their limitations in dynamic industrial environments, then dive into how predictive and prescriptive maintenance strategies—utilizing Edge AI—are anticipating failures, optimizing performance, and reducing costly downtime. This evolution is reshaping the future of industrial reliability, operational efficiency, and long-term asset sustainability.
SOUTHWEST Session: The future of manufacturing is being reshaped by the integration of Acumatica, AI, ML, LLMs, and IoT. These technologies collectively drive unprecedented efficiency, innovation, and sustainability. Acumatica’s cloud ERP streamlines operations and scalability, while AI and ML optimize production, predict maintenance, and analyze data for smarter decision-making. LLMs enhance communication and automate documentation, and IoT enables real-time monitoring and interconnected smart factories. Together, they reduce costs, minimize waste, and foster agility, positioning manufacturers to thrive in a competitive global market. By embracing these advancements, companies can achieve long-term success, transform their operations, and lead the industry into a new era of productivity and sustainability.
Speaker at SOUTHWEST: Wesley Thio, Technical Product Marketing Manager, Lumafield
Speaker at SOUTHWEST: Kenny Vuong, Account Executive, Integris