Press Releases

SME, the nonprofit committed to accelerating new manufacturing technology adoption and building North America's talent and capabilities, and the Women in Manufacturing Association (WiM) have expanded their relationship by offering a professional-level reciprocal membership between both organizations.

North America’s largest metal forming, fabricating, welding and finishing event, FABTECH 2024, is making its first visit to Orlando, Fla., as this premier gathering kicks off its three-day run at the Orange County Convention Center in one of America’s fastest growing manufacturing centers Oct. 15-17, 2024.

SME Media, the publishing division of SME, the nonprofit dedicated to the advancement of manufacturing technology and fostering manufacturing and engineering talent and capabilities in North America, today launched its new digital platform, AdvancedManufacturing.org.

SOUTHFIELD, Michigan, March 11, 2024 — SME, the nonprofit committed to accelerating new manufacturing technology adoption and building North America's talent and capabilities, announces the establishment of the SME Additive Manufacturing Production Club, recognizing manufacturers for their exceptional contributions to additive manufacturing or 3D printing production.

SME, the nonprofit committed to accelerating new manufacturing technology adoption and building North America's talent and capabilities, announced today a strategic partnership with the Alliance for Working Together Foundation (AWT), an organization based in Ohio dedicated to promoting manufacturing careers and bridging the gap in the industry’s skilled workforce.

SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Feb. 14, 2024 – Nominations are now open for SME’s 2024 “30 Under 30” program, which recognizes talented young leaders in manufacturing.

SME, the nonprofit committed to accelerating new manufacturing technology adoption and building North America's talent, today announced nominations are now open for four additive manufacturing awards and for its AM Pitchfest scheduled for RAPID + TCT 2024, North America’s largest and most influential additive manufacturing (AM) event, June 25-27, 2024 at the Los Angeles Convention Center.

SME, the national nonprofit committed to accelerating new manufacturing technology adoption and building North America’s manufacturing talent and capabilities, met with Presidents from each of the educational institutions participating in the Manufacturing Imperative – Workforce Pipeline Challenge (MI-WPC)

FABTECH Canada, the country’s largest metal forming, fabricating, welding and finishing event, has officially announced registration is open.