Workforce Development
Mazak to Host Technology and Education Event for Midwest Shops
Mazak will host its annual Discover More With Mazak Event at its Midwest Technology Center in Schaumburg, Illinois, May 1–3, 2018. The event will host demonstrations from Sandvik, Esprit and others.
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Hurrah for the Trailblazers
MSI Mold Builders was named Tooling Trailblazer of the Year by the American Mold Builders Association for its exceptional efforts to promote moldmaking as a career. The award was presented during the AMBA’s annual conference in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Read MoreAIM Achieves ANSI Accreditation
The Plastics Technology and Engineering (PTE) Certificate Program from the AIM Institute, a Beaumont Technologies organization, is the first plastics program to receive the ANSI accreditation.
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Canadian Moldmaker Looks to German Shop for Best Practices in Job Scheduling
Taking a peek behind the scenes of a German mold shop inspired a Canada-based mold shop president and CEO to look at job scheduling a whole new way.
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Being There: Moldmaking Events are Occasions to Learn, Share, Connect
It is easy to wave off conferences and other trade events when life and work is all-consuming, but when it comes to events that are focused solely on moldmaking, you must make the time to be there.
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Tools for Schools Helps Youth Learn Needed Skills
Tools for Schools fosters a connection between Chicago area mold shops and high school students who need the right tools to learn the right skills for advanced manufacturing careers.
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Throwback Thursday: Apprentice Training - Work Ethic and Attitude
Work ethic and a positive attitude. These are the unsung “hero traits” of moldmaking employers everywhere today. I understand from firsthand experience where today’s Throwback Thursday author is coming from.
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Maintenance Matters: The Physical Side of Data Entry
A mobile documentation station promotes on-the-fly data entry and usage for mold repair technicians, ingraining documentation into the daily maintenance process.
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Robot Demonstration Highlights Human-Robot Collaboration
FANUC’s CR-4iA collaborative robot demonstration at 2018 NAIAS preview week highlights human-robot collaboration and the need for a workforce skilled in automation technologies.
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Engage the Next Generation – Sponsor the Plastics Race
Sponsor The Plastics Race. Engage the next generation workforce by promoting our industry and your company. Participate in The Race and build relationships!
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