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Manufacturing LIVE Chicago is the must-attend forum for executives shaping the future of the manufacturing, mobility, and EV industries. If you're a C/V/D-level leader striving to innovate, inspire, and transform your operations, this event is designed for you. Why Attend? ✅ Gain exclusive insights from industry experts on cutting-edge manufacturing and mobility strategies. ✅ Engage in dynamic discussions with top-tier executives. ✅ Explore game-changing solutions to optimise operations in manufacturing, supply chain, procurement, and sustainability. Network with Industry Leaders Meet decision-makers, including: 👤 CEOs, COOs, CMOs 👤 VPs of Manufacturing, EV, Mobility, and Supply Chain 👤 Directors of Operations, Production, Engineering 🎟️ Register now to secure your spot! [https://lnkd.in/e54XSNyf Interested in Speaking? Are you an industry leader with valuable insights to share? We’re looking for visionary speakers to inspire and inform our audience. Contact us at [email protected] to be part of our incredible lineup. #ManufacturingLIVE #MobilityInnovation #EVLeaders #SustainabilityMatters #ManufacturingTransformation

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Manufacturing LIVE Chicago is the must-attend forum for executives shaping the future of the manufacturing, mobility, and EV industries. If you're a C/V/D-level leader striving to innovate, inspire, and transform your operations, this event is designed for you. Why Attend? ✅ Gain exclusive insights from industry experts on cutting-edge manufacturing and mobility strategies. ✅ Engage in dynamic discussions with top-tier executives. ✅ Explore game-changing solutions to optimise operations in manufacturing, supply chain, procurement, and sustainability. Network with Industry Leaders Meet decision-makers, including: 👤 CEOs, COOs, CMOs 👤 VPs of Manufacturing, EV, Mobility, and Supply Chain 👤 Directors of Operations, Production, Engineering 🎟️ Register now to secure your spot! [https://lnkd.in/e54XSNyf Interested in Speaking? Are you an industry leader with valuable insights to share? We’re looking for visionary speakers to inspire and inform our audience. Contact us at [email protected] to be part of our incredible lineup. #ManufacturingLIVE #MobilityInnovation #EVLeaders #SustainabilityMatters #ManufacturingTransformation

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In a lively #WomeninManufacturing panel discussion about how advances in automation, robotics, and AI are informing factory floor and workforce investments, Sarah Hartwick, VP of Education & Workforce Policy at Illinois Manufacturers'​ Association talks about the challenges of trying to predict the skills and abilities that the workforce is going to need over the next 10 to 15 years. She also introduced the #MakeItInIllinois initiative that officially launched yesterday on October 1st. Anne Najjar, VP of AbbVie Endocrinology Inc., talks about how pharma is improving in speed and agility. Abbvie went from having ~30 products to 170 products, tripled it's development portfolio, and is accelerating internal digitalization because its primary goal is to deliver life saving medicine. Karen Freeman-Wilson, President and CEO, Chicago Urban League, shares her story about visiting the GM Bedford Foundry to do a die cast study and how after 3 days, she decided to pivot and head to Harvard University. She talks about how this is an exciting time in manufacturing- with advanced manufacturing and the cutting edge technology that is integrating into manufacturing plants, there is an opportunity for young people to have successful careers in manufacturing fields without needing an expensive 4-year degree. Special Thanks to mHUB Vice President of Programs & Engagement Shannon McGhee for introducing these awesome professionals! #WiM2024 #mHUBinnovation #automation #workforcedevelopment #AI #manufacturing #manufacturingmonth #medtech #robotics #factoryfloor #smartfactory #smartmanufacturing #sustainability #sustainablemanufacturing #advancedmanufacturing

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📈 September 2024 Sees Record Manufacturing Technology Orders, Driven by IMTS Energy 📈 The latest USMTO report from Christopher Chidzik of AMT - The Association For Manufacturing Technology reveals a strong rebound in manufacturing technology orders, totaling $450.6 million in September 2024. This marks a 24% increase from August and 14.6% above September 2023, making it the highest monthly total of the year! Year-to-date orders now stand at $3.35 billion, a decrease of just 7.7% compared to 2023, showing resilience and narrowing the gap from earlier in the year. Key trends underscore optimism across the industry: IMTS Boost: Orders surged as IMTS 2024 brought industry leaders together, signaling demand for enhanced capacity and innovation. Contract Machine Shops saw their highest order levels since March 2023, a positive indicator of increasing OEM activity and capacity needs. Automotive Sector growth returned in the transmission space. With the Federal Reserve cutting rates and election behind us, the outlook remains promising. As 2024 wraps up, we anticipate further momentum fueled by continued economic adjustments and end-of-year tax benefits for capital investment. Explore more insights in the full here. https://lnkd.in/guuegYV4 #ManufacturingTechnology #USMTO #IMTS2024 #IndustryGrowth #ResilientManufacturing #AMT

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The Advanced Manufacturing Expo welcomes Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center (MMTC) to the 2024 show. The Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center (MMTC) is an organization dedicated to supporting Michigan manufacturers to work smarter, to compete and to prosper. Since 1991, MMTC has supported the growth and competitiveness of Michigan’s 12,000+ small and medium-sized manufacturers. We are dedicated to helping companies innovate, optimize their operations, and grow in an ever-changing industry. We offer technology and business consulting, training programs, regulatory compliance support, Industry 4.0 integration, and other services customized to companies’ unique needs. Our consultants and instructors have spent decades gaining expertise in engineering, business development, cybersecurity, leadership, workforce development, technology implementation, quality management, supply chain, Lean, Six Sigma, and more. They have worked from the top floor to the shop floor in a wide range of manufacturing sectors, from automotive and mobility to food processing and healthcare, and they are ready to bring the right solutions to manufacturers' most challenging scenarios. Visit Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center (MMTC) at booth # 713 in the i4.0 Technology Hall Presented by i4.0 accelerator. REGISTER HERE to attend this FREE show: https://loom.ly/aLvnaEU Interested in exhibiting at the Advanced Manufacturing Expo this year? Here is the registration link: https://loom.ly/tyy11Ik #MichiganManufacturingTechnologyCenter #MMTC #Industry4.0 #i4.0 #i4.0Accelerator #SmartManufacturing #MichiganManufacturing #AdvancedManufacturingTechnology #i4.0Tech #i4.0Solutions #FactoryoftheFuture #ManufacturingTechnology #DigitalFactory #DigitalManufacturing #DataDrivenManufacturing #AIinManufacturing #AutomatedInspection #ComputerVision #AutonomousMaterialMovement #ErrorProofing #AssemblyOptimization #AssemblyVerification #ConnectedWorker #DigitalWorkInstructions #IT #OT #DigitalTwin #PredictiveMaintenance #automation #advancedmanufacturing #advancedmanufacturingexpo #ame2024

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Join us for an enlightening session featuring Kenneth Kite from THW Design and Eric Dumont from Plante Moran, where they will unveil indispensable strategies and best practices to effectively prepare your project for the value engineering process. 💡 Don't miss out on this opportunity to gain valuable insights! LeadingAge Michigan #ValueEngineering #thinkforward #livingforward

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Manufacturing Month continues to bring exciting news! ICYM – Governor JB Pritzker, IMA member Crysalis Biosciences, Inc. and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) recently announced a Reimagining Energy and Vehicles in Illinois (REV Illinois) agreement for Crysalis’ $6 million investment to develop a first-of-its-kind sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) plant in downstate Sauget! Crysalis restarted a shuttered 57-acre ethanol plant and will produce 5,000-10,00 barrels/day to help meet the growing demand for SAF and aims to accelerate the world’s transition to zero-carbon products, The investment, which creates at least 35 new jobs in Sauget, will transform the fuel and chemical industry while reducing the carbon footprint in Illinois by manufacturing SAF, an alternative jet fuel made with a smaller carbon footprint. https://ow.ly/7AUy50TKr6g

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Tune in to the latest episode of The Michigan Opportunity podcast for insights on the impact of automation and innovation in the manufacturing industry. Michigan Economic Development Corporation | David Washburn | MSU Research Foundation

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⚙️ The latest Industry 4.0 Talent & Technology study shows that manufacturing companies are rebounding and planning to increase investment in new technologies and talent. 🦾 While there are challenges, the future looks bright as companies adapt to the changing landscape. Find the full study details here: https://loom.ly/eD5BSaI #NEWmfg #newnorth #manufacturing

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🎉 Exciting news! BCI is proudly featured in the latest Indiana Manufacturer Magazine (Oct-Dec issue)! Dive into our journey, mission, vision, and core values that drive us forward. Check out the full article here: https://hubs.li/Q02-qMnX0 🚀#manufacturing #supplychain #solutions

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🚨 Join Us for the 2024 Manufacturing Report Event! 🚨 The manufacturing landscape is evolving faster than ever. Stay ahead of the curve by attending the 2024 Manufacturing Report presented by Gamber Johnson in partnership with Central Wisconsin Manufacturing Alliance (CWIMA), Centergy, Inc and WMEP Manufacturing Solutions. This insightful event will provide a deep dive into the current state of manufacturing, industry trends, workforce challenges, and opportunities on the horizon. 📅 When: November 5th 7:30 am 📍 Where: Gamber Johnson, 5001 Joerns Drive, Stevens Point 🌟 Whether you're a manufacturer, educator, or community leader, this event is designed to offer valuable insights and actionable strategies. Connect with industry experts, learn from comprehensive data, and prepare for what’s next in the world of manufacturing. 🔗 Registration is Required and can be found at link below. Don't miss out! Secure your spot today and be part of the future of manufacturing. #ManufacturingReport #CWIMA #ManufacturingMatters #Centergy #IndustryInsights #WisconsinManufacturing #FutureOfWork #NetworkingOpportunity

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Exciting News: Launch of the Quad Cities Manufacturing Institute (QCMI) We're thrilled to announce the launch of the Quad Cities Manufacturing Institute (QCMI), a groundbreaking partnership between Iowa State University, Western Illinois University, and the University of Illinois System. Key aspects of QCMI: 1. Advanced research in additive manufacturing and materials 2. Workforce development programs 3. Collaboration with the U.S. Army Rock Island Arsenal 4. Partnerships with local businesses 5. Support for the U.S. manufacturing and defense sectors QCMI represents a significant step forward for manufacturing in Illinois. It brings together the strengths of top research universities with the needs of local industry and national defense. Examples of ongoing research include: • 3D-printing of concrete led by Dr. Eric Faierson • Development of lightweight components for military applications As Peter Collins, Iowa State's Stanley Chair in Interdisciplinary Engineering, notes: "By having a direct presence in the community, we have a greater chance to work with people where they live. That ability to upskill a workforce in their own community is a profoundly different model." This initiative promises to drive innovation, create job opportunities, and strengthen Illinois's position as a leader in advanced manufacturing. Are you ready to be part of this exciting future? #MakeItInIllinois #QCMI #AdvancedManufacturing #WorkforceDevelopment #InnovationIL #DefenseTechnology https://loom.ly/poUX8d0

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Attention, Business Owners and Entrepreneurs! The rapidly-evolving engineering consulting market is becoming more competitive and complex. Recent news from Clark Dietz, Inc. underscores the trend: the Midwest consultancy has acquired C2AE to bolster its capabilities especially in Michigan. Too often, we underestimate the importance of expert consulting services in handling such strategic movements. It's more than just a merger. It's about capitalizing on strengths, expanding geographically, and offering more diverse and accessible expertise to clients. As a business leader, are you maximizing your company's potential in this area? What strategic moves are you considering to keep up with industry changes? Now might be the perfect time to reassess your strategies and consider how professional consulting services can assist. Connect with our team today; we're here to answer your questions and offer expert guidance tailored to your business's unique needs. #BusinessConsulting #Engineering #Strategy #Merger #Acquisition

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Ohio is rapidly emerging as a powerhouse of industrial innovation, and at the heart of this transformation is its robust educational system. With top-tier universities like Case Western Reserve University and The Ohio State University at the forefront, Ohio is perfectly poised to lead the Fourth Industrial Revolution in manufacturing. Our latest blog, "Ohio’s Educational Backbone: Powering the 4.0 Manufacturing Revolution," delves into how Ohio's institutions are not only preparing students for the demands of Industry 4.0 but are also driving economic growth and community development across the state. These educational pillars are crucial for developing the skilled labor force that modern industries require, and their impact resonates well beyond the classroom. At Green Harvest Capital, we recognize the vital role that education plays in shaping a capable and innovative workforce. We are committed to supporting this growth through strategic investments that enhance the living and working environments for this burgeoning sector. Join us in exploring how Ohio’s educational excellence is setting the stage for a new era in manufacturing and economic prosperity - link in the comments. #OhioEducation #OhioEconomy Bhavin Patel Saagar P. Michael J. Smith

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🚀 From Sheet Metal to Finished Product: How Punching Technology Optimizes Production 🚀 Punching technology is the heart of many manufacturing processes and a key to producing precision parts. At Dayton Progress, we leverage cutting-edge punching technologies to reduce production times and ensure the highest quality standards. 🔧 What is Punching Technology? Punching technology shapes materials—usually metals—through cutting, bending, or embossing and is used in industries like automotive, electronics, and aerospace. 🌟 Why is Punching Technology Essential? 1️⃣ High Precision: Enables the production of parts with minimal tolerances. 2️⃣ Efficiency & Speed: Large quantities in the shortest time—ideal for mass production. 3️⃣ Versatility: Suitable for metals, plastics, and composites. 4️⃣ Cost Efficiency: Reduces material waste and optimizes production processes. At Dayton Progress, we are committed to making your production processes more efficient through customized solutions. Our high-precision punching tools maximize product quality while minimizing production times. More information: https://lnkd.in/eAUR8s2p 🔩 Punching technology—indispensable for modern manufacturing processes. At Dayton Progress, we use this technology to deliver high-quality solutions and optimal production times. #PunchingTechnology #Manufacturing #Production #Innovation #DaytonProgress

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At companies like FANUC and USG, establishing employee resource groups is empowering women and other underrepresented groups. With an increasing number of women participating in STEM-focused programs, the manufacturing sector is witnessing a shift in perceptions, exemplified by leaders like Debra Basso and inspiring figures like Messa and Ullett. Their stories highlight the importance of hands-on experience and mentorship, encouraging the next generation to explore rewarding careers in a field traditionally dominated by men. #GrowTalentManagement #MidwestManufacturersGrowthNetwork #M&A2 https://lnkd.in/eMrmGWj

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The future of supply chain technology is on the way: read more about what to expect from the experts at Forbes: https://bit.ly/3Qa8550 #madeinil #manufacturing #illinoismanufacturers #supplychain #technology

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Manufacturing represents 60% of all U.S. private-sector R&D and is the backbone of innovation. At Inprela, we believe in the power of manufacturing companies and careers. We’re thrilled to be involved in the 2024 Minnesota Chamber of Commerce Manufacturing Summit, celebrating industry leaders who turn big ideas into reality. Check out our new blog to learn why storytelling is a crucial part of manufacturing success. We hope to see you at the Summit! https://bit.ly/4dgXu0U #StorytellingInManufacturing #MNSummit #InprelaxManufacturingSummit

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