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Family Business Values: Investing in Workforce Training

Family-owned company prioritizes investing in its employees' training and development.

Attracting the Next Generation Workforce With Smart Manufacturing

Attract the next generation workforce by adopting smart manufacturing

Soft Skills: Modern Manufacturing Education

Aligning educational programs with manufacturing industry needs is more crucial than ever. Gerald Wyatt, CEO at Thinc College and Career Academy, an SME Prime school, emphasized this during our

Robotics Certifications and Training: A Path to Manufacturing Success

Learn how robotics certifications are shaping the future of manufacturing and why they are essential for career growth in the age of automation.

Robotics and Workforce Safety: How Automation is Reducing Workplace Injuries

Discover how robotics is improving workplace safety by automating hazardous tasks and reducing injuries.

Robotics Maintenance and Troubleshooting: A Comprehensive Guide

Learn essential maintenance tips and troubleshooting strategies to keep your robots in peak condition, minimizing downtime and optimizing performance.

Upskilling and Reskilling: Industry Insights to Success

Join this discussion exploring techniques to improve and optimize front-line leaders' qualification programs, including fostering development and enhancing operational effectiveness.

Attract, Retain, Repeat: Strategies for Building a Strong Manufacturing Workforce

Delve into effective strategies to build a high-performing workforce.

PRIME Schools: A Model of Success with Kia Motors

This recent tuX session explored the successful partnership among the Georgia Department of Education; Thinc College and Career Academy, a SME PRIME School; and Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia,

Excellence in Manufacturing Training: A Deep Dive into Kubota Manufacturing of America’s Award-Winning Program

Best Training Practices from Our 2024 Excellence in Manufacturing Training Award Winner

Industrial Robots Safety

Dive deep into essential robot safety measures, including risk assessments and safeguarding techniques like fencing, light curtains, and interlocks.

Intro to Industrial Robots

Explore the fundamentals, types, and functionalities of industrial robots, their applications across industries, and how they enhance workplace efficiency, productivity, and safety.