Hayley Steele, Author at Mass MEP

April 30, 2026

Harmonic Drive Gearing Up to Achieve Sustainable Growth

Gearing up to achieve sustainable growth, Harmonic Drive applies continuous improvement and problem-solving tools outside their manufacturing processes. Harmonic Drive, LLC, has been a worldwide leader in motion control for over sixty years. They manufacture Harmonic Drive® Strain Wave gearing, gears, gear units, and rotary actuators for high precision […]

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April 27, 2026

From Service to Skilled Careers: Veterans Powering the Future Workforce

What happens when military discipline meets industry opportunity? For four veterans in Massachusetts, it resulted in a direct pathway to high-impact careers in manufacturing and technology. Through a strategic collaboration between MassMEP, Vets Rise, UMass Lowell, and Headlamp, these individuals successfully transitioned from military service into high-demand civilian roles demonstrating […]

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April 27, 2026

Manufacturing Is Being Reimagined

A Message from the President of MassMEP. Massachusetts is often considered the base of the American Industrial Revolution. In the late 18th and early 19th centuries, the state shifted from a largely agricultural economy to one powered by industry. A defining moment came with the establishment of the Slater Mill […]

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March 31, 2026

Manufacturing Your Future 2026: Power of Change

A Message from the President of MassMEP. Each year, Manufacturing Your Future brings together manufacturers from across Massachusetts to step away from the day-to-day and focus on what’s ahead. As we prepare for our 5th annual event, this year’s program reflects exactly where our industry is today: evolving, adapting, and […]

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March 31, 2026

Can you “Apply Additive Manufacturing to Your Manufacturing?”

“We wanted to create an additive program that covered the basics while also showing real-world applications,” says Richard Goyette, MassMEP’s Smart Manufacturing Program Manager. After connecting with David Follette at UMass Amherst, and seeing growing interest from manufacturers, MassMEP partnered with him to develop the Applying Additive Manufacturing to Your […]

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February 26, 2026

What the Recent U.S. Supreme Court Tariff Decision Means for Massachusetts Manufacturers

A recent decision by the Supreme Court of the United States addressing the federal government’s authority related to tariffs is drawing significant attention across the manufacturing sector. While the legal nuances will continue to be interpreted, the ruling has important implications for manufacturers operating in Massachusetts, particularly those involved in […]

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February 26, 2026

April Workforce Training Opportunities

Workforce Pipeline Team Announces April Training Opportunities to Strengthen Manufacturing Talent The MassMEP Workforce Pipeline Team is excited to announce several training opportunities launching this April to support the development of skilled talent across the Commonwealth. Pre-Apprenticeship Program – Two April Cohorts This spring, MassMEP will host two Pre-Apprenticeship cohorts […]

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February 26, 2026

Innovation in the Air

Guardair Corporation Receives Industry Award for Innovative New Product This story begins and ends, with a thank you! Back in 2021, Chicopee, MA based Guardair Corporation, a leader in compressed air-powered tools and accessories for industrial cleaning, had a new product concept. After hearing about grants available to Massachusetts companies […]

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January 29, 2026

Manufacturing Your Future Sponsorships, what’s in it for me?

Manufacturing Your Future: Power of Change is scheduled for June 2, 2026, in Worcester, MA and it marks a pivotal opportunity for organizations looking to position themselves at the center of Massachusetts manufacturing. Hosted by MassMEP, this milestone event convenes executives, operations leaders, and workforce decision-makers at a moment when the industry is actively […]

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January 29, 2026

MassMEP Membership Program Updates

Our MassMEP Membership Program continues to gain momentum, and we’re excited to share that we now have 17 active member companies engaged in this growing community of manufacturing leaders. Membership provides exclusive access to peer connections, practical learning opportunities, and confidential forums designed to support leadership development, operational excellence, and […]

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