Education
Happening Now
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.

4m read
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.

5m read
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)

5m read
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.

5m read
Smartforce
By Catherine “Cat” RossMay 05, 2026

Growth Mode: New Facilities, Leadership Moves, and Industry Recognition

Anniversaries, awards, and expansion news from MTI, Hwacheon, Ellison Technologies, Okuma, Knuth, and Mitsubishi Electric lead this update, alongside facility growth at QualiChem and leadership moves across Autodesk, Marposs, and Spinner.

5m read
Smartforce
By Catherine “Cat” RossApr 14, 2026

Partnerships, Promotions, New Facilities, and Open Houses

Zoller debuts its Toolroom of the Year competition, as Limble, 5th Axis, and NSH USA expand partnerships. Events from Mazak, NIDEC, and C.R. Onsrud, plus facility growth at Lang Technik USA and Mitsui Seiki, highlight continued industry investment.

5m read
Smartforce
By Catherine “Cat” RossMar 30, 2026

Spring Forward With Updates From ARM, Haimer, Hwacheon, Machinery Systems, Meltio, and More

This edition of AMT Member News is packed with new partnerships, acquisitions, and leadership moves across ARM Institute, Haimer USA, Hwacheon, Limble, Lyndex-Nikken, Scotchman Industries, Star SU, and more.

5m read
Intelligence
By Kathy KeyesMar 27, 2026

Executive Insights, Real Connections: Inside The MFG Meeting 2026

Missed The MFG Meeting 2026? Here’s a brief recap: AI in action, smarter strategy, economic signals, and new defense and biomanufacturing opportunities shaping what comes next.

5m read
Smartforce
By Catherine “Cat” RossMar 02, 2026

Industry Expansion Continues With Meltio U.S. Partnership, Big Daishowa’s Tools for Schools, and New Distribution Agreements

Learn about alliances between AEC and Meltio, distribution growth from Mastrex and Platinum Tooling, and workforce investments from Big Daishowa, plus leadership, facility, and event updates from Mazak, SMW Autoblok, Xometry, ASTM International, and more.

5m read
Smartforce
By Catherine “Cat” RossFeb 17, 2026

MFG Momentum: Lyndex-Nikken Debuts Website, America Makes Awards $8M, and Industry Events Take Shape

Lyndex-Nikken launches a new website. America Makes and NCDMM announce $8 million in funding. Upcoming events from C.R. Onsrud, Mazak, MIT, and the ARM Institute. Leadership news at Haitian Precision USA, Limble, and OGP; Nidec's new tech center, and more.

5m read