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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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Technology
By Bill HermanJun 22, 2026

One Layer at a Time: Additive Shop Builds Business With AMT Membership

From learning and connecting at industry events to building a peer network through the AMT Leadership Forum, Alex Hussain fully leverages his AMT membership to help his small additive manufacturing shop grow.

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Smartforce
By Catherine “Cat” RossJun 17, 2026

From Awards to Expansions: News from Mitsubishi Electric, UNISIG, Stratasys, Sodick, and Penn State

Who’s growing, hiring, winning, and investing in what’s next? This latest roundup highlights fresh updates from Jorgensen, Nikon, CERATIZIT, MxD, MIT, Verisurf, and more.

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Technology
By Bonnie GurneyJun 11, 2026

IMTS Announces 2026 Conferences Lineup

Nine conferences and more than 90 sessions spotlight the full manufacturing ecosystem, including advanced technologies, job shops, additive manufacturing, investors, and industrial AI.

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Smartforce
By Catherine “Cat” RossJun 02, 2026

Leadership and Growth News From SCT, Ellison, and More

QualiChem joins OMIC R&D, and Scientific Cutting Tools expands its regional presence. Plus, leadership changes at Ellison Technologies, Nidec, and Xometry, and America Makes announces $1.7 million in additive awards. (link to this article)

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Advocacy
By Amber ThomasMay 21, 2026

The Legal Fight Over Section 122 Tariffs Intensifies

The legal battle over the administration’s Section 122 tariffs has escalated significantly since early May, adding another layer of uncertainty for manufacturers already navigating a rapidly shifting trade environment.

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Technology
By Bill HermanMay 21, 2026

Data Is Power: A Leader’s Edge in Modern Manufacturing

As a third-generation manufacturing leader, Andy Chu, vice president of Supertec Machinery, operates with a clear philosophy: “Data is power: leveraging AMT research and events to gain a competitive edge.”

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Smartforce
By Catherine “Cat” RossMay 18, 2026

A Season of Progress: Industry Leaders Announce Promotions and Partnerships, Plus New Funding for Additive Manufacturing

This week’s update highlights leadership changes at Allied Machine, Verisurf, ECI, and Rego-Fix, a new partnership between YCM and Technical Equipment Sales, national recognition for NCDMM, and major federal project funding awarded through America Makes.

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Technology
By Bill HermanMay 15, 2026

Schunk President on the Strategic Value of AMT Membership

Milton Guerry, president of Schunk USA, shares how AMT membership gives the company a stronger voice through industry connections, data, and insights – helping Schunk navigate uncertainty, inform strategy, and support long-term growth.

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