Workforce Development
Xometry Launches Program for Helping Small Shops Handle Upfront Job Expenses
The Xometry Advance Card gives members access to 30% of the job’s value for upfront expenses such as materials and tooling.
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Standardizing on the Mazak Brand Eases Shop’s Training Process
Choosing a single brand of machine tools enables Ketchie Inc.’s operators to be self-sufficient. They can quickly learn to set up and program virtually any machine in the shop.
Read MoreOntario Nonprofits Partner To Help Manufacturers Grow Women Workforce
“We have found that increasing the number of females in male-dominated industries will require intentional and purposeful action for all parties: educators, industry and community,” says Build a Dream.
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Unisig's UNE Gundrilling Machines Provide Flexibility for Job Shops
Unisig’s next generation of UNE gundrilling machines is said to provide operational flexibility, improved performance and easier operation.
Read MoreKeyedIn Manufacturing ERP Software Enables Job Shops To Adapt to Rising Order Volume
KeyedIn Manufacturing (KIM) 6.0, is designed to enable machine shops and captive job shops to fulfill orders more quickly with lower production costs and improved profit margins.
Read MoreSkillpath Offers Three Virtual OSHA Training Programs
Beginning in June, National Safety Month, SkillPath is offering three virtual general industry OSHA programs certified for continuing education credits.
Read MoreAcuity Insurance Donates $25,000 to Manufacturing e-Learning Organization
The funding will help deliver virtual classes for manufacturers through WMEP’s online classroom offerings during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Machining: Trade or Technology?
The answer has to do with how people view the job. Maybe reframing machining as a technology could better reflect the exciting progress the trade has made over the decades.
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Has COVID-19 Made a Case for Automation? Taught Us About People Instead
Recently posted articles offer various pictures of machining automation. Also, goodbyes to two long-time writers for MMS: Wayne Chaneski and Derek Korn.
Read MoreMSSC Launches Industry 4.0 Manufacturing Skills Standards
MSSC’s Certified Production Technician certification will now incorporate several emerging Industry 4.0 technologies.
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