The definitive source for updates on major promotions, new appointments, facility inaugurations, and other noteworthy developments within the manufacturing technology community. Stay informed and join us in recognizing the achievements of your fellow members.
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Department of Defense, NCMS Announce 2024 Maintenance Innovation Challenge Winners
Salt Lake City, Utah — The National Center for Manufacturing Sciences recognized "Enhancing Field Repair Capabilities through Mixed Reality" and "On-Aircraft Cold Spray to Optimize Maintenance & Reduce Logistics" as winners for advancing maintenance efficiency and combat readiness.
Mid Atlantic Machinery Named Best Place to Work in PA
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania — Mid Atlantic Machinery has been recognized by the Best Places to Work in PA program for the second consecutive year. The award is presented by the Central Penn Business Journal and the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development.
BRAND ANNOUNCEMENTS
New Board Members Join LIFT
Detroit, Michigan — LIFT, the Department of Defense-supported national advanced materials manufacturing innovation institute, which is operated by the American Lightweight Materials Manufacturing Innovation Institute (ALMMII), announced two new additions to its board of directors: Del Costy of Siemens and Harris Ng of Kearney.
Royal Products Accelerates Expansion With a Growth Investment
Hauppauge, New York — Royal Products, a manufacturer of metalworking performance accessories, announced a recent investment from growth-oriented investor Heartwood Partners in partnership with the management who will continue to lead the company.
NEW FACILITIES, RIBBON CUTTINGS & SPECIAL EVENTS
Quintana Joins El Paso Makes as Digital Technologies Director
El Paso, Texas — Dr. Joel Quintana will spearhead initiatives to advance digital technology strategies and foster innovation. Before this role, Quintana served as director of the Aeronautics and Defense Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering department at the University of Texas at El Paso.
RESEARCH & EDUCATION ANNOUNCEMENTS
ASME and Autodesk Address Manufacturing Skills Gap With Free Industry 4.0 Courses
New York, New York — The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) and Autodesk have introduced the free courses in a series designed to equip engineers, technicians, and educators with essential technical and collaborative skills for Industry 4.0 technologies and workflows.
NCMS Releases White Paper: AI To Improve Supply Chain Resilience
Ann Arbor, Michigan — In its white paper “Artificial Intelligence to Improve Supply Chain Resilience Throughout American Manufacturing,” the National Center for Manufacturing Sciences showcases how AI can enhance supply chain resilience and features case studies of solutions tailored for small and medium-sized manufacturers to address data privacy, secure data sharing, and the adoption of AI-driven operational improvements.
Innovators Wanted: AMNEW Data Challenges Kick Off in New England
Youngstown, Ohio — America Makes and the NCDMM have launched the AMNEW Data Challenges, inviting high school and university teams across six New England states to innovate in additive manufacturing, with cash prizes of up to $5,000.
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