Politico – A quiet revolution is under way today inside many U.S. factories.

Using modern processes, large and small manufacturers are creating U.S. jobs, exports and economic strength at a time when these gains are especially important.

Thanks to machine tool technology advances, U.S. corporations of all sizes have become more competitive, boosting their output per labor hour — the definition of productivity increase — without raising costs. Many U.S. firms now provide global customers with the lowest cost per part available anywhere. Beyond increased efficiency, favorable economic forces also strengthen our manufacturing sector.

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