Press Releases

500+ product debuts, 279 first-time exhibitors and $89 million in local economic impact in Orlando solidify FABTECH 2024's success and industry influence

43 schools receive sustainability awards, 16 schools for first time

Longtime strategic partners expand collaboration offerings to benefit additive manufacturing community

Long-time SME executive succeeds Bob Willig who retires at end of the year

A new generation of future leaders in manufacturing are being recognized as the 2024 “30 Under 30” honorees by SME, the nonprofit committed to advancing the widespread adoption of manufacturing technologies and developing North America’s talent and capabilities.

North America’s largest additive manufacturing and industrial 3D-printing event is seeking expertise and thought leadership from across the industry

Bloomsburg, Penn., Sept. 16, 2024 – Since the beginning of the 2022-2023 academic year, the SME Education Foundation has empowered students at Columbia-Montour Area Vocational Technical School (CMAVTS) with cutting-edge training in advanced manufacturing through its SME PRIME® program.

SME, the nonprofit association committed to advancing the widespread adoption of manufacturing technologies and developing North America’s talent and capabilities, and AMT – The Association for Manufacturing Technology, are bringing the 2025 edition of the Manufacturing Technology Series to four regional markets, giving U.S. manufacturers the opportunity to experience the latest innovations up close, while in tandem learning from key industry leaders and experts.

SME, the nonprofit association committed to advancing the widespread adoption of manufacturing technologies and developing North America’s talent and capabilities, is launching a new smartphone app for both iOS and Android to offer its full range of publications in a convenient on-the-go format.

Amidst Labor Shortage, New Program Aims to Fill Manufacturing Jobs with Committed, Trained Employees