ANCA's Tool of the Year, Female Machinist Awards Open for Entry

ANCA’s Tool of the Year 2024 award brings together machinists from around the world to showcase their creativity and expertise. The competition is based on the passion and the craft of toolmaking and celebrates ANCA’s tool grinding community. Customers can submit their favorite tool with the winners to be judged and announced live at IMTS 2024. There are two competition categories to recognize both the functionality and creativity of cutting tool manufacturers.

Participants can enter in one or both categories: #MadeonANCA and Most Innovative Tool Design.

The winner of #MadeonANCA receives:

• a trip to ANCA’s headquarters in Melbourne, Australia
• $10,000 AUD worth of ANCA parts, accessories or software
• VIP access to exclusive opportunities with ANCA experts

The Most Innovative Tool Design category is for virtual tools. Entrants are encouraged to be creative and use ANCA tool design software to push ideas to their limits. The winner receives $10,000 AUD worth of ANCA parts, accessories or software.

How to enter:

1. Read the terms and conditions at www.anca.com/tool-of-the-year

2. Upload your tool image to your social media channel and tag #ANCATooloftheYear2024 – or send your image to enews@anca.com

3. Fill in the form at www.anca.com/tool-of-the-year

4. Keep an eye on ANCA’s social media channels as it announces important dates around voting and finalists.

Submissions are open until July 31st. Winners are being announced at IMTS 2024.

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Additionally, ANCA’s Female Machinist Award, which celebrates women’s achievements in the tool and cutter grinding industry, is also returning for its second year in 2024, recognizing and honoring the outstanding achievements of female machinists in the tool and grinding industry.

Women of all skill levels who are actively working with ANCA technology in the tool and grinding industry are encouraged to apply. ANCA says it is searching for individuals who are passionate about their work, demonstrate a commitment to excellence and contribute to the advancement of the industry.

Submissions are evaluated based on:

• Exceptional problem-solving skills to overcome challenges or obstacles during projects
• Innovative and effective tool design
• Demonstrated ability to think critically and find innovative solutions.

The winner of the Female Machinist Award receives:

• a fully funded ticket to attend a trade show where ANCA is exhibiting
• exclusive access to the ANCA team, including the leadership team, engineers and product experts
• opportunities to connect with industry professionals, gain insights into the latest technologies and attend educational seminars and workshops.

Meaghan Ziemba, 2024 judge says, “Amidst the cutting-edge technology and innovation showcased at IMTS 2024, I am thrilled to shine a spotlight on women’s remarkable talent and contributions in the machining industry. The ANCA Female Machinist Award competition celebrates not only skill but also diversity, highlighting the vital role that women play in shaping the future of manufacturing. I am honored to have a chance to recognize their excellence and inspire the next generation of female machinists.”

Participants can enter now at https://machines.anca.com/ANCA-Female-Machinist-Award.