SME Stands For Manufacturing
Manufacturing builds strong economies and rewarding careers. SME helps manufacturers and the people of our industry grow, learn, and prosper.
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Manufacturing Stays Strong
Manufacturing has long stepped up to provide the tools and resources humanity needs. With today’s technology, we’re better equipped than ever to solve the dilemmas surrounding COVID-19. SME looks at the manufacturing companies making positive impacts under these unique circumstances.
Latest News & Resources
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Additive Manufacturing & 3D PrintingStratasys Develops Coalition to Produce COVID-19 Face Shields
March 27, 2020Over 150 organizations responding to pandemic. Requests from hospitals and other organizations exceed 350,000 shields; first hospital shipment received on Mar. 25 -
Manufacturing Management
Durable Goods Orders Rise in February
March 27, 2020Durable goods orders rose in February before the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) began to hit the U.S. economy. -
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CGTech Announces Virtual North American VERICUT Users' Exchange Events
March 27, 2020In response to nationwide precautions due to COVID-19, CGTech is moving its North American 2020 VUE events online. Rather than delay the events, originally scheduled for April and May, CGTech will hold several online sessions for VERICUT users to attend virtually.
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- White PaperMarch 20, 2020
GENOA 3DP Accelerates Product Design, Reduces Fabrication Costs and Reduces Time to Market
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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.
Training Anytime Anywhere
The future of business is changing, and remote work is happening now. One way for manufactures can keep their skills sharp is through online learning. Tooling U-SME is the industry leader in online manufacturing training with comprehensive programs. Gain the career skills you need on your own schedule.