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WESTEC 2019 Makes Successful Debut at New Location

WESTEC 2019, the leading West Coast manufacturing event, opened for the first time at its new location: the Long Beach Convention Center. The three-day event showcased the latest in machinery, metrology, design, digital, 3D printing, and engineering expertise.

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WESTEC 2019 Makes Successful Debut at New Location

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Tooling & Workholding
Emuge Corp. Hosts Grand Opening of Newly Expanded Manufacturing Facility

October 17, 2019

Emuge Corp., a leading manufacturer of high performance taps, thread mills, drills, end mills and other rotary tools, held a Grand Opening ceremony of its significantly expanded, custom-designed manufacturing facility on October 15, 2019.

By Emuge Corp. - Press Release
- Tooling & Workholding
Tooling & Workholding
U.S. Cutting Tool Orders Up 3.3% In August from July

October 17, 2019

August 2019 U.S. cutting tool consumption totaled $205.1 million according to the U.S. Cutting Tool Institute (USCTI) and AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology.

By The Association For Manufacturing Technology - Press Release
- Tooling & Workholding
Smart Manufacturing
In China, and world over, it will soon be all about adroitly adjusting on the fly

October 17, 2019

The concepts Industry 4.0 in Europe, Made in China 2025 and smart manufacturing in the U.S. “all share a common goal—to create cyber-physical systems to innovate in manufacturing,” IDC's Bob Parker said at Dassault Systèmes’ recent Manufacturing in the Age of Experience event. “And it’s really dependent on a set of new technologies like IoT (the Internet of Things) and artificial intelligence (AI).”

By Brett Brune - Editor in Chief, Smart Manufacturing
- Motorized Vehicles
- Smart Manufacturing

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WEBINAR
November 21, 2019

Introduction to Parts Feeding – Parts Singulation for Robot Automation
WEBINAR
November 19, 2019

F123 Series 3D Printer — Your New Employee
WEBINAR
November 7, 2019

Finding Success with Composites through Virtual Manufacturing
WEBINAR
October 29, 2019

Next Step on Productivity – Automation Beyond the Machine Tending
White Paper
October 18, 2019

Advanced Metrology Solutions Offer Advantages to Medical Manufacturers
White Paper
October 16, 2019

Rise of the Augmented Worker
White Paper
October 16, 2019

Here Are The Top 5 Reasons To Automate Your Manufacturing
White Paper
October 10, 2019

Learn How To Complement CNC Production With 3D Printing

Upcoming Events

Oct 22

SOUTHTEC 2019

October 22 - 24, 2019

Greenville, SC

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Nov 11

FABTECH 2019

November 11 - 14, 2019

Chicago, IL

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Mar 16

AeroDef Manufacturing 2020

March 16 - 19, 2020

Fort Worth, TX

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Certification Programs

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Lean Certification

Lean Certification validates your knowledge of and experience with lean principles. Lean Certification is a global, industry-recognized professional credential, and has three levels: Bronze, Silver and Gold.

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Additive Manufacturing Certification

This gold standard in additive manufacturing certification combines UL’s multi-tiered training program and Tooling U-SME’s professional certification.

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Technical Certification

Whether you are just starting out, or you are a seasoned professional, certification can help you become a high-value commodity to your employer and be among the most sought-after individuals in your industry.

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Tooling U-SME Special Report

Prepare For The Future, Now

Today’s manufacturing workforce is comprised of five generations – the silent generation, baby boomers, Generation X, millennials and Gen Z – all working together at once! Tooling U-SME has released a new report called, “6 Ways To Build A Cohesive Multigenerational Workforce: Prepare For The Future, Now,” which offers tips on creating an engaged, productive and satisfied workplace.

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Advance Your Career With SME

SME membership offers access to a network of community of professionals, educators and students who are passionate about manufacturing. SME membership allows you to grow as a professional and support manufacturing. Join SME to learn, engage and advance your career.

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Scholarship Registration Is Open

The SME Education Foundation offers students a powerful reason to choose a manufacturing focused, STEM-based education. Whether you’re attending a post-secondary technical school, community college, or university, our scholarships support young people exploring advanced manufacturing career pathways.