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Smart Manufacturing set out to recognize women making their mark in Aerospace & Defense. Meet 20 women leading the way for diversity in an industry beset by workforce shortages.
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Machining & Metal CuttingAbsolute Machine Tools Grows Integrated Systems and Engineered Solutions Services
February 21, 2020Shrinking availability of skilled labor and continual cost-reduction pressures are magnifying the importance of manufacturing systems, services and integrated solutions, according to machine tool importer and distributor Absolute Machine Tools Inc., Lorain, Ohio. -
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AeroDef: Where the Aerospace and Defense Intelligentsia Meet
February 21, 2020At AeroDef 2020, March 16 – 19 in Fort Worth, Texas, attendees will discover dynamic manufacturing technologies and services that address specific challenges and provide them with custom solutions. -
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AeroDef 2020 Offers ‘Meet and Greet’ for Aerospace and Defense Manufacturing Professionals
February 21, 2020Aerospace and defense professional will gather at AeroDef Manufacturing 2020, March 16-19, at the Fort Worth, Texas Convention Center.
- Case StudyFebruary 20, 2020
Aernnova Uses ESI’s Composites Simulation Suite to Design and Optimize The RTM Process
- eBookFebruary 7, 2020
5 Ways Epicor Prepares Manufacturing Companies to Compete and Succeed in a Changing World
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Tooling U-SME Continues Supporting America’s Workforce
Tooling U-SME has been awarded DoD workforce and education grant to develop training programs that support development of relevant, manufacturing-focused training to produce military systems and components.
What can SME do for you?
Close the skills gap
Manufacturing relies on a skilled workforce – and a strong workforce relies on ongoing training and development. Working with leading manufacturers and educators to create relevant and free online classes, Tooling U-SME is the industry’s leading training and development leader.
Make network connections
Looking for opportunities to connect, learn and grow from fellow manufacturers? SME membership gives you access to exclusive industry resources and benefits, as well as a community of professionals, educators and students who are passionate about manufacturing.
Attract new talent
Continued growth requires attracting the next generation to our industry. The SME Education Foundation works to build awareness, enhance academic opportunity, and inspire, prepare and support students at every educational level.
Meet and learn from industry leaders
Success in manufacturing requires strong connections and relationships. As producer of industry leading events, SME provides opportunities to learn, grow and succeed all while forming connections with the people who matter most to business objectives.
Keep up with industry trends and technology
Stay up-to-date with technology and industry advances by following SME Media, the leading source for news and in-depth technical knowledge about advanced manufacturing.
Advance your career
Earning a certification validates your knowledge against industry standards, sets you apart from your peers and can even boost career opportunities. Explore SME's professional certifications to see how a new certification can advance your career.
Why Attend AeroDef 2020?
Since AeroDef launched in 2011, more than 8,000 aerospace and defense manufacturing professionals have attended the event. Learn how you can improve your skills and positively impact the manufacturing world.
“AeroDef was a must attend conference for anyone interested in aeronautical manufacturing. The education sessions, speakers, workshops, tours and trade show were all top notch. As a first-time attendee and exhibitor, we were wonderfully surprised at the turnout and the traffic at our booth. We look forward to attending again next year.”