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MISUMI Group Inc. has launched MISUMI Americas (MISUMI USA), a specification-driven global manufacturing and supply chai...
05/29/2026

MISUMI Group Inc. has launched MISUMI Americas (MISUMI USA), a specification-driven global manufacturing and supply chain company.

MISUMI Group also recently announced a $1-billion global investment to support growth initiatives, including significant investments in the U.S. The company appointed its first American CEO to spearhead U.S. expansion through MISUMI Americas.

Learn more at the release linked in the comments.

05/28/2026

From supply chain volatility and geopolitical unrest to workforce challenges and transformative technologies, manufacturers need to learn how to survive—and thrive—in dynamic environments where flexibility is critical. Quickparts CEO Avi Reichental and SME Media’s Steve Plumb and Michael McConnell will discuss what this means for the industry today and how it could impact the future.

Reichental leads Quickparts' global operations, creating components for aerospace, medical and mobility through additive manufacturing.

Association for Advancing Automation has named Jim Devaprasad of Lake Superior State University (LSSU) the recipient of ...
05/27/2026

Association for Advancing Automation has named Jim Devaprasad of Lake Superior State University (LSSU) the recipient of the 2026 A3 Educator of the Year Award.

As a professor in LSSU’s School of Engineering and Technology, Devaprasad has spent 40 years helping shape the next generation of automation professionals. He has helped secure more than $3 million in robotics and automation equipment for the university's Center for Advanced Robotics Engeneering, where he serves as director, along with more than $2 million in grants for engineering programs.

Devaprasad and his students will be part of Automate 2026 in Chicago, where LSSU will exhibit in the Education Pavilion.

Read more about the award at the release linked in the comments.

Submissions are open for the 2026 Reshoring Survey, a nationwide effort by Reshoring Initiative, in collaboration with R...
05/27/2026

Submissions are open for the 2026 Reshoring Survey, a nationwide effort by Reshoring Initiative, in collaboration with Regions Recruiting.

The organizations are looking for insights from original equipment manufacturers and contract manufacturers about the current trends in reshoring and foreign direct investment, shifting manufacturing operations, and sourcing to the U.S.

The survey is open until July 15.

Learn more: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/USA-Reshoring

SME has announced its 2026 College of Fellows. For 40 years, this program has honored members who've made outstanding co...
05/21/2026

SME has announced its 2026 College of Fellows. For 40 years, this program has honored members who've made outstanding contributions to the social, technological and educational aspects of manufacturing and engineering.

This year's fellows will be recognized at a variety of events during 2026, including the North American Manufacturing Research Institution of SME (NAMRI | SME) Awards Luncheon during NAMRC 53 and the SME Fall Gala.

Meet the 2026 recipients at the release linked in the comments.

Ceratizit USA announced this month that Mark Frost has joined the company’s Midwest team as a Technical Sales Engineer f...
05/20/2026

Ceratizit USA announced this month that Mark Frost has joined the company’s Midwest team as a Technical Sales Engineer for the cutting tool division.

“My background working with customers and partners around the world has given me a broad perspective on machining strategies,” Frost says. “But what I value most is being on the shop floor with customers in my area, understanding their challenges and delivering practical solutions that work.”

Learn more about Frost's new role at the release linked in the comments.

The U.S. Navy has awarded $991.1 million to Lockheed Martin to produce 432 electronic warfare modification kits for F-35...
05/20/2026

The U.S. Navy has awarded $991.1 million to Lockheed Martin to produce 432 electronic warfare modification kits for F-35 jets. These kits cover F-35 jets for the Air Force and the Navy, as well as other allies using Joint Strike Fighter aircraft.

The kits are part of the Technology Refresh-3 effort, which involves preparing existing F-35 jets for the entire fleet’s transition to the Block IV technology. This includes increased missile capacity, advanced electronic warfare capabilities and improved target recognition.

Read more at the article linked in the comments.

KUKA will showcase its advanced palletizing automation solutions for the fast-moving consumer goods industry (FMCG) at E...
05/19/2026

KUKA will showcase its advanced palletizing automation solutions for the fast-moving consumer goods industry (FMCG) at EXPO PACK, taking place June 2-5 in México City, México.

Across two live demonstrations—including a fully integrated, end-to-end multi-robot cell—KUKA will demonstrate how integrated robotics, mobile automation and vision-based software work together to deliver solutions for modern packaging and FMCG environments.

Read more about KUKA's presentations at the release linked in the comments.

The SME Education Foundation will award over 250 scholarships in 2026, supporting students pursuing post-secondary educa...
05/19/2026

The SME Education Foundation will award over 250 scholarships in 2026, supporting students pursuing post-secondary education in technical fields that power manufacturing. Select recipients were recognized at the SME International Awards Gala hosted by the organization earlier this month.

This year alone, the Foundation awarded over $1.5 million in scholarship awards to graduating high school seniors, undergraduate and graduate students—the highest total in program history.

Read more about this milestone at the release linked in the comments.

FARO Creaform, a global provider of 3D scanning and portable CMM solutions, announced an update for its Laser Line Probe...
05/15/2026

FARO Creaform, a global provider of 3D scanning and portable CMM solutions, announced an update for its Laser Line Probe portfolio used with the Quantum X FaroArm Series and Quantum Max FaroArm Series.

The update introduces refined image‑processing algorithms designed to improve scan consistency and reduce time to data, particularly when working with parts that feature difficult and contrasting surface finishes.

Head to the comments for the link to the full release.

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