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High School Precision Machining Programs are Developing with Industry Support, and other Workforce Development News

ProShop USA is donating ERP software to the student-run Eagle Manufacturing business at Brown County High School in Indiana; Gateway Technical College celebrates expansion of Industry 4.0 center; Lakeview Precision Machining Inc. hosted 16 students from South Elgin High School in Illinois, on a tour of its facility; and finally, the Space Coast Consortium Apprenticeship Program formally welcomes its first nine students into the two-year program.

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Parts Cleaning

Combining Deburring, Cleaning, Drying in One System

The EcoCvelox modular machine provides a combination of high-pressure waterjet deburring and low-pressure parts cleaning processes.

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Emerging Leader Justin Neumaier’s Vast Skillset Contributes to Company Growth

The skills Justin learned from earning his social work degree has helped him in his career as a machine shop manager, according to his nominator.

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Measurement

An Overview of Metrology for Precision Machining

Metrology helps precision manufacturers ensure the parts they produce fit and work as intended, despite the different languages, processes and measurement systems used.

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Aerospace and Automotive Continue to Provide Growth and Opportunity

This year has been one of transition for manufacturing. But research from Gardner Intelligence indicates that some markets, such as automotive and aerospace, are showing positive signs for 2020.

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PMPA

Are You Turning the Lights Out on Profitability?

If you are a shop with a lightly attended program or lights out, you need to hear this lesson because it will help you keep your business profitable and not let the market steal your value.  

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Mazak Highlights New Technology at Discover 2019

Mazak's Discover 2019, held in November, featured 30 machining systems that are new to the North American market.

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PMPA

Robotic Advantage Adapts to Customer Needs

New England Tool in Manchester, Connecticut, has developed Robotic Advantage to provide customers with automated systems that integrate seamlessly.

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PMPA

PMPA in Las Vegas

PMPA held its Annual Meeting at the Bellagio Resort & Casino in Las Vegas. The Annual Meeting is well attended with exciting speakers and a celebration of the year.

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Emerging Leader Jessica Presutto Increases Sales by 12%

Jessica took on the challenge to expand her skills and knowledge to secure a better future for herself and also to assist customers when she quickly transitioned from administrative assistant to sales manager.

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Technology’s Effect on Young Manufacturers

It might be easy to see the productivity advantages created by IIoT tools, but don’t overlook the impact they can have on workforce development.

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Additive

Additive Manufacturing Advances to Production

As additive manufacturing technology progresses and its use grows, it has become an accepted production process. Here are some applications for full production additive, and how the industry is achieving it.

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