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By Ryan KellyJul 15, 2026

IMTS Industrial AI Conference Helps Manufacturers Develop AI Game Plan

IMTS 2026 will host its first Industrial AI Conference on Wednesday, Sept. 16, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in McCormick Place, Chicago.

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Intelligence
By Michael DiFrancoJul 15, 2026

From Knowledge to Potential: Welcome Executive Editor Robert Schoenberger

AMT’s new executive editor, Robert Schoenberger, will lead a renewed effort to connect members with AMT’s extensive resources and deliver actionable, inspiring content that supports manufacturers across the industry.

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Technology
By Bonnie GurneyJul 14, 2026

IMTS 2026 Spotlights the Technologies Powering Manufacturing’s Next Leap

With U.S. manufacturing orders, output, and productivity rising, IMTS 2026 gives manufacturers a firsthand look at the industrial AI, automation, additive, and digital technologies reshaping production.

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Smartforce
By Catherine “Cat” RossJul 14, 2026

AMT Member News: Awards, Leadership Moves, Facility Growth, and Workforce News

AMT Member News is your source for updates on major promotions, new appointments, facility inaugurations, and other noteworthy developments within the manufacturing technology community.

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Intelligence
By Michael DiFrancoJul 13, 2026

The World According to Steve Stokey: Building the Future Through Manufacturing

Steve Stokey reflects on four decades in manufacturing, discussing technology, culture, workforce development, and why American manufacturing is regaining momentum.

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Advocacy
By Amber ThomasJul 08, 2026

Federal Financing Options Expand for Manufacturers

Manufacturers may now qualify for up to $10 million in SBA-backed financing. Learn how expanded federal programs can support equipment purchases, expansion, and growth.

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Technology
By Ryan KellyJul 07, 2026

IMTS Investor Summit Charts Manufacturing’s Growth Markets

Manufacturing is one of today's fastest-evolving industries, fueled by AI, automation, and digital integration. Explore the trends and opportunities driving its next chapter at the IMTS Investor Summit on Tuesday, Sept. 15.

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Intelligence
By Bill HermanJul 06, 2026

Growing the Mindset That Transforms Sales Teams

Shifting how sales leaders think can transform teams from underperforming to overachieving.

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Intelligence
By Bill HermanJun 29, 2026

How Hartwig Scales Growth With Service and AMT

A longtime member, Hartwig uses AMT events to connect with customers and prospects and applies AMT research to design and enhance its sales territories.

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Advocacy
By Amber ThomasJun 23, 2026

From Trade Policy to Industrial Policy

Recent manufacturing policy in Washington has been dominated by tariffs, investigations, court decisions, and trade negotiations. Now, policymakers are increasingly focused on a harder question: how to rebuild manufacturing capacity in the United States.

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