WEBINAR : Beyond the Labor | Understanding Robot ROI from Products to Profits
Advanced Manufacturing Now
The decision to move from a manual to an automated process has historically been a laborious, lengthy, and capital-intensive endeavor. Calculating the return on investment (ROI) of such a project is critical to the decision-making process. Companies beginning their automation journey tend to look at robots as a 1 to 1 replacement for their workforce leading to expensive over tooled and over automated processes. Focusing solely on labor replacement can lead companies to vastly undervalue some of the less obvious cost savings created by the switch to robotics. In this presentation, we will...
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Building Tomorrow’s Workforce: Inside AWT’s Mission to Transform Manufacturing in Northeast Ohio
Advanced Manufacturing Now
In this episode, we talk with Teresa Simons, Executive Director of the Alliance for Working Together (AWT), about how a group of local manufacturers turned a workforce challenge into a regional success story. From the sparks of the student RoboBots competition to the hands-on training at AWT’s Transformation Center, Simons shares how AWT is inspiring students, retraining adults, and connecting people with meaningful careers in manufacturing. Tune in to learn how collaboration, innovation, and community spirit are reshaping the future of work in Northeast Ohio.
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Tariffs, Labor, AI and the Trends Shaping U.S. Industry with Wipfli
Advanced Manufacturing Now
Wipfli’s latest benchmarking insights highlight tariff uncertainty, labor pressures and efficiency gaps as key factors shaping the outlook for U.S. manufacturers in 2026.
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How Data Spaces and Digital Twins Are Transforming Manufacturing Efficiency
Advanced Manufacturing Now
Johannes Fuhrmann of Arvato Systems discusses how data spaces and digital twins boost manufacturing efficiency, data sharing, and Industry 4.0 innovation.
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WEBINAR : Synergizing Safety and Risk - An Integrated Risk Management Success Journey
Advanced Manufacturing Now
Join us for this transformative webinar on the power of integrated risk management (IRM) for safety and risk professionals. We’ll discuss how IRM can be achieved via a culture of collaboration between departments and powered by technology. Discover the pivotal role IRM plays in bridging the gap between risk and safety departments, unifying data and strategies to drive meaningful impact across the organization and ultimately improving efficiency, reducing incidents and injuries, and decreasing risk and insurance costs such as workers’ compensation claims. Jeff Enzinger, Senior...
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Mentoring the Bright Minds of Manufacturing
Advanced Manufacturing Now
Steve Plumb, Editor-in-Chief of SME Media, talks with Sam Schroeder, a mechanical engineering student at Northern Illinois University, and Corey Dahlberg, a mechanical design engineer at Sloan Valve Company and SME Chapter 5 director. Together, they share insights from the SME Bright Minds Student Mentorship Program.
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Medical Device Manufacturing, Photonics Innovation & the Push for Automation
Advanced Manufacturing Now
In this episode of Advanced Manufacturing Now, Steve Plumb, editor-in-chief of SME Media, is joined by Amy Bryson, Cary Gitter, and new team member Rachel Thomas to dive into the highlights of the November issue of Manufacturing Engineering & Technology.
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WEBINAR : Educate to Innovate - Advancing Medical 3D Printing Through Structured Learning
Advanced Manufacturing Now
The rapidly evolving field of medical 3D printing demands a new generation of professionals equipped with the knowledge, skills, and critical thinking to harness its full potential. This 45-minute webinar will explore the pivotal role of structured education in developing a competent and confident workforce ready to innovate in clinical, academic, and research settings. In addition, the session will highlight the advantages of engaging and educating the broader community, demonstrating how cultivating curiosity can inspire future professionals and promote widespread adoption of 3D printing in...
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Celebrating Manufacturing’s Next Generation: SME’s 2025 “30 Under 30” Honorees
Advanced Manufacturing Now
In this episode of Advanced Manufacturing Now, host Steve Plumb, Editor-in-Chief of SME Media, joins colleagues Amy Bryson, Cary Gitter, and Cameron Kerkau to spotlight the inspiring young innovators shaping the future of manufacturing. From engineers designing 3D printers for military field use to metallurgists reinventing 1950s alloys and researchers working on NASA’s missions, this year’s 30 Under 30 honorees represent the brightest and most diverse talent in the industry.
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AI Meets ERP: Smarter Manufacturing with Acumatica and Algorithm Inc.
Advanced Manufacturing Now
In this episode of Advanced Manufacturing Now, host Cary Gitter is joined by Dennis Easter, Senior Solutions Engineer at Algorithm Inc., and Doug Johnson, VP of Solution Architecture at Acumatica, to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming ERP systems in the manufacturing industry.
info_outlineIn this episode of Advanced Manufacturing Now, host David Mueller speaks with Greg Davidson, aviation specialty manager at Castrol, about the critical role of aviation specialty products in manufacturing. They discuss the importance of testing and certification processes for aviation fluids, the challenges faced in the industry, and the trends shaping the future of aviation, including electrification and new technologies.