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AMT Member News

Oct 15, 2024

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.

APPOINTMENTS 

America Makes Elects New Members of Executive Committee 

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – The National Additive Manufacturing Innovation Institute has announced its 2024-26 executive committee will include representatives from ASTM International, Carnegie Mellon University Manufacturing Futures Institute, Boeing, Lockheed Martin, and others. 

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Dean Everson To Serve as Edge Technologies’ Regional Sales Manager for Upper Midwest 

ST. LOUIS – Dean Everson will serve as Edge Technologies’ new regional sales manager for the upper Midwest. States include Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Colorado, Montana, Utah, Wyoming, and the western half of Wisconsin. 

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AWARDS & RECOGNITION 

FANUC America Establishes $1M Scholarship Fund With SME Education Foundation To Elevate Advanced Manufacturing Skills 

ROCHESTER HILLS, Mich. – The FANUC Automation Endowed Scholarship Fund represents a long-term commitment by FANUC America along with its authorized system integrators and education solutions providers.  

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Catherine “Cat” Ross
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