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SME About COVID-19: Manufacturing News and Resources

COVID-19: Manufacturing News and Resources

SME is monitoring COVID-19 as it evolves, paying close attention to the latest guidance provided by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (the CDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO). Follow SME Media for up-to-date news and stories tracking the manufacturing industry and the response to COVID-19.

White Papers and Reports

2020 COVID-19 Future Outlook Study Executive Summary

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2020 COVID-19 Future Outlook Study Executive Summary

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  • American Welding Society, NARSA/IDEA to Develop Welding Education
    PRESS RELEASES

    American Welding Society, NARSA/IDEA to Develop Welding Education

    PRESS RELEASE: American Welding Society December 5, 2025
    The American Welding Society (AWS) is pleased to announce a new strategic partnership with NARSA/IDEA International Heat Transfer Association, the international trade association for the heat transfer and diesel emissions industries. This collaboration unites two organizations committed to elevating technical excellence, supporting workforce development, and delivering high-value training to professionals in the heavy-duty cooling, heat exchange, and diesel emissions sectors.
  • Trump Administration Rolls Back Fuel-Efficiency Standards
    NEWS DESK

    Trump Administration Rolls Back Fuel-Efficiency Standards

    Cary Gitter December 5, 2025
    President Donald Trump announced Wednesday that the White House would be rolling back Biden-era fuel-efficiency standards for vehicles, USA Today reported.
  • Pratt & Whitney Secures $1.6-Billion Contract
    AEROSPACE DEFENSE

    Pratt & Whitney Secures $1.6-Billion Contract

    Michael McConnell December 5, 2025
    Aerospace manufacturer Pratt & Whitney has been awarded a $1.6-billion U.S. government contract for work on F-135 jet engines. The engines are used in the three versions of the F-35 Lightning II fighters.
  • LIFT Activates 3 Programs as Part of Advanced Materials Challenge
    PRESS RELEASES

    LIFT Activates 3 Programs as Part of Advanced Materials Challenge

    PRESS RELEASE: LIFT December 5, 2025
    LIFT, the national advanced materials manufacturing innovation institute, operated by the American Lightweight Materials Manufacturing Innovation Institute (ALMMII), today announced it has launched three initiatives as part of the Advanced Materials Challenge.
  • Tariffs and Trade Wars Are Reshaping the Supply Chain, Report Shows
    NEWS DESK

    Tariffs and Trade Wars Are Reshaping the Supply Chain, Report Shows

    Rachael Thomas December 4, 2025
    The impact of escalating trade pressures, climate events, labor issues and cyber threats is at the forefront of EcoVadis’ latest sustainability report.
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SME UPDATE: CORONAVIRUS

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COVID-19 Resources

Online Training
Keep manufacturing moving during this unique time with Tooling U-SME online training solutions.
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Creators Respond Campaign
Manufacturers are mobilizing in response to COVID-19 through the Creators Respond campaign.
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National Association of Manufacturing Resources
The National Association of Manufacturers is responding to COVID-19 with many helpful resources.
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Tooling U-SME Mobile App
Download the Tooling U-SME app today and have manufacturing training on the go – anytime, anywhere.
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U.S. Small Business Administration Relief Programs
The U.S. Small Business Administration is providing relief programs to help keep manufacturing on track.
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U.S. Department of Labor
The Department of Labor has resources to help workers and employers address COVID-19.
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CDC Resources
The CDC provides many helpful resources to businesses and employers in response to COVID-19.
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Fun Things To Do
100 things to do while stuck inside due to a pandemic.
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SME Education Foundation and Tooling U-SME

Help Fund Online Manufacturing Education

“Stay at home” mandates have upended the educational experience for high school students across the country. Learn how the SME Education Foundation is taking action to ensure that thousands of career and technical education students at high schools across the country have access to online manufacturing education.
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