Workforce Development
Cutting, Welding and Writing—Three Important Skills
Students who can demonstrate their welding and cutting skills in a team fabrication project are invited to enter a contest sponsored by Esab. The theme of the contest is “A Cut Above.” Students are also invited to submit a 500-word essay that conveys the contest theme. Prizes include cash and equipment. Deadline is December 31, 2015.
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What’s an Externship?
M.A. Ford’s participation in an externship program proved to be a win-win, bridging manufacturing and education as well as opening a door to community involvement in what could be a useful model for other shops and OEMs.
Read MorePMPA Awards Grants Supporting Machining Education Program
The association’s Education Foundation awarded two grants to schools in Ohio seeking to offer the Right Skills Now precision machining program.
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Simulation Software Eases Milling, Turning Training
Fagor Automation has updated the features of its free CNC simulator for Fagor’s 8060/8065 CNCs, including the addition of a library of sample programs for both milling and turning.
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Online Education for Metal Cutting
A new e-learning program from Sandvik Coromant provides novice and experienced machine tool operators alike with an online approach to bolstering their metal cutting skills.
Read MoreBobCAD-CAM Releases Training Videos for Latest Version of Software
The training videos, which cover BobCAD-CAM’s new and existing features, is available from the company’s website.
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Gaging Software Eases Inspection with Minimal Training
Renishaw will display its Equator flexible gage with the company’s Intuo gaging software, combined with a range of probes.
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The Machinist Garden
The lettuce is growing great. But can this team of precision machining specialists get watermelon to grow in Connecticut?
Read MoreLincoln Electric Co-Funds Ohio State University Professorship
The new welding engineering professorship will take advantage of some donated and consigned equipment as well.
Read MoreShop Class for First Graders?
How do we attract the next generation of manufacturers? Start them young by letting them tinker.
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