Technology Demonstration on Machine Tool Probing for Industry 4.0
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This technology demonstration is part of the NERDIC Industry 4.0 Readiness Ecosystem program for the New England defense supply chain. For more information, please visit ccat.us/NERDIC.
Join us for a virtual presentation on the use and results of automated probing for CNC machining of a demonstration part.
Probing is an established best practice for maximizing the efficiency, quality, capability, and accuracy of machine tools. Standard routines built into modern CNC controls simplify the integration of probing cycles into machining operations and offline tools. These routines, combined with a CAD interface, make the simulation of measurement functions easy.
On machine probe solutions can help reduce set_up times by up to 90% and improve your process control. This technology provides solutions for tool setting, broken tool detection, component set-up, in-cycle gauging and first-off component inspection, with automatic offset updates.
On machine probing can deliver significant cost savings, and improvements in quality, for all applications using machine tools throughout many industries.
Technology Demonstration on Using AI Technology to Crosstrain & Upskill…
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This technology demonstration is part of the NERDIC Industry 4.0 Readiness Ecosystem program for the New England defense supply chain. For more information, please visit ccat.us/NERDIC.
Join this virtual presentation on the results of the demonstration pilot conducted by Stanley X/DeepHow on the use and implementation of DeepHow AI technology in manufacturing.
Stanley X, in partnership with DeepHow, will share their AI-powered solution to capture, train and transfer knowledge among skilled workers. This system allows documentation of standard work of high performing, subject matter expert employees, converting into Smart how-to videos for staff to learn from and reference, using standard enterprise tools and no special equipment or skills.
If you have 30 minutes, you could get $30,000 in New Express Grant Opportunities
ZoomIf you haven't heard there is a new Express Grant program in town and it is shaking things up for Manufacturers. Join MassMEP and Tribal Vision as we discuss the course options that will now be available to all manufacturers across the commonwealth. These new express grant opportunities are available now and this one-hour webinar will explain what is available to you in their Marketing and Lead Generation modules. These modules focus on strategy & planning as well as implementation.
Learn more about the new Express Grant program that provides training funds up to $30,000/year/company with no match if you are 100 employees or less. If you are over 100 employees it is a 50/50 match, so $0.50 for every $1.00.
You won't want to miss this if you have a tight budget, but know you need some continuous improvement within your organization.
Technology Demonstration on Augmented Reality for Industry 4.0
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This technology demonstration is part of the NERDIC Industry 4.0 Readiness Ecosystem program for the New England defense supply chain. For more information, please visit ccat.us/NERDIC.
Join us for a virtual presentation on the results of the demonstration pilot conducted by SphereGen/The Impact Group on the use and implementation of augmented reality in manufacturing.
Augmented Reality is the overlaying of digital content into the physical environment. Specifically, to manufacturing, this can include any type of virtual parts, data, photos, videos, and work instructions. These assets can be transposed on to a machine in the real world for easier training and troubleshooting through a device such as a phone or headset. Our engagement with CCAT is specific to HoloLens 2 which is an advanced augmented reality headset created by Microsoft. HoloLens 2 has comprehensive voice recognition, gesture recognition and is a hands-free heads-up display.
Market, Recruit and Retain the Manufacturing Workforce
ZoomIn this webinar the focus will be on different marketing and recruitment strategies in order to continuously build on the manufacturing workforce and gain new employees. The panel will host guest speakers; Deanna Zarella (AIS, Inc.), Chris Ciunci (Tribal Vision), Andrea Pion (The Davis Companies) and Jeff Turgeon (MassHire) to discuss their strategies on how to retain and recruit employees in the current climate.
NERDIC Industry 4.0 Readiness Ecosystem: Technology Demonstration on Generative Design and Additive Manufacturing
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Join us for a virtual presentation on the use and results of generative design and resulting demonstration parts printed by CCAT.
Generative design mimics nature’s evolutionary approach to design. Parameters such as materials, manufacturing methods, strength and thermal requirements are defined, and the AI driven generative design process fully optimizes the design to best fulfill functional requirements.
3D Printing (or Additive Manufacturing) is a powerful tool available to manufacturers. Some companies are adopting the technology to produce end-use parts, but even if your customers are not sending you RFQ’s for additively made parts, most companies can adopt additive to create tools, fixtures, prototypes and other aids to assist traditional manufacturing processes.
This session will be recorded and made available on-demand.
Learning Objectives
By the conclusion of the presentation, attendees will:
¥ Learn the basics of generative design workflow
¥ Learn what parameters can be optimized
¥ Understand how generative design can best leverage additive manufacturing
Presenters
Nasir Mannan, M. Eng., Principal Engineer, Advanced Design, Automation & Metrology Lab, CCAT
Kristi Oki, Mechanical Engineer, Advanced Design, Automation & Metrology Lab, CCAT
Jeff Crandall, Additive Technologies Manager, CCAT
Cybersecurity & CMMC: Weapons against Cyberattacks
ZoomIn the current climate cyberattacks are at an all time high and manufacturers need ways to help keep them ahead of these risks. Clients are also putting cybersecurity as one of their top audit items in their B to B environment.
Join MassMEP as Synagex and Cybersaint will present ways to weaponize manufacturers against these cyberattacks, stay in compliance as a DoD supplier, and educate themselves and their teams with a minimal to no-cash flow obligation.
Ask the Grant Experts: How Can We Get a Grant for our Training Needs? A Q&A Session with AIM HR Solutions & MassMEP
ZoomEach year, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts awards millions of dollars in grant money to Massachusetts businesses through the Workforce Training Fund (WTFP). Many companies are not familiar with the General Grant Program funded by the Workforce Training Fund Program. It’s time for your organization to take advantage of this funding and achieve business growth, increased productivity, and employee retention.
Obtaining one of these grants can be a lengthy process that can be overwhelming and time-consuming.
We are here to help you realize that getting one of these grants is doable and that the benefits of the General Grant Program can far exceed the application effort. Join AIM HR Solutions & MassMEP grant experts as they answer the most asked questions surrounding the General Grant Program, such as:
Do I qualify, and how do I get started?
-What are some best practices and tips for getting my application approved?
-How long does the process take?
-How do I build a training plan that meets my organization’s needs?
-What other grant program options should I consider?
Participants will have the ability to submit their questions in advance.
NERDIC Industry 4.0 Readiness Ecosystem: Technology Demonstration on 3D Printed Parts Manufactured with the Desktop Metal Studio System for Defense Supply
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Join us for a virtual presentation on the use and results of generative design and resulting demonstration parts printed by Berkshire Innovation Center/BSS Additive.
Learn about what to expect when installing a Desktop Metal System; Overview of install & operations experience, facility, safety & training requirements, vendor support; How the BIC, CCAT and UMaine benchmarked these systems; How to access benchmark files and data; Description of DM case studies underway at BIC; How to access BIC’s facility for training, application development and project collaboration.
This session will be recorded and made available on-demand.
Learning Objectives
Learn how Desktop Metal Studio System can be used in defense manufacturing:
¥ How to prepare your facility, permitting requirements, facility certification options
¥ OSHA training and safety requirements, compared with LPBF, DMLS, LENS and Binder Jetting
¥ Advantages / disadvantages of printing with bound metal powder compared with LPBF
¥ Outline applications for DM metal prototypes, fixtures, molds and end use parts
¥ Review of the design process for benchmarking, developed with CCAT and UMaine – Can the NIST AM Test Artifact be used in FDM metal printing or is a new standard needed?
¥ Comparison of benchmark results with other 3D printing processes available at CCAT, BIC and UMaine (including LPBF, Binder Jetting, large format polymer FDM and DMLS)
¥ Can Fused Deposition Modeled Sintered metal parts meet Mil-spec end use requirements?
Presenters
Steven Longpre, CEO BSS Additive, Operations Manager Berkshire Innovation Center
Jean Mozolic, Founder, The Mozolic Group
Mark Rowan, Principal, Roundabout Consulting
Lean Six Sigma White Belt Certification
Lean Six Sigma White Belt Certification
Join MassMEP for Lean Six Sigma White Belt Certification an overview of the DMAIC process. Become familiar with the methodology and basic tools of process improvement.
When a process is operating at a six sigma level, it means that the process must not produce more than 3.4 defects per million opportunities. To achieve this level of operational excellence requires organizations to adhere to strict process controls. A Six Sigma project uses a 5-step process called the DMAIC method to evaluate and improve processes.
This is an eight (8) hour virtual training over a two-day period, (August 24 & 26, 2021). Registration is required for both sessions, with a fee of $99 for the Lean Six Sigma White Belt Certification training.
Lean Six Sigma White Belt Certification
Lean Six Sigma White Belt Certification
Join MassMEP for Lean Six Sigma White Belt Certification an overview of the DMAIC process. Become familiar with the methodology and basic tools of process improvement.
When a process is operating at a six sigma level, it means that the process must not produce more than 3.4 defects per million opportunities. To achieve this level of operational excellence requires organizations to adhere to strict process controls. A Six Sigma project uses a 5-step process called the DMAIC method to evaluate and improve processes.
This is an eight (8) hour virtual training over a two-day period, (August 24 & 26, 2021). Registration is required for both sessions, with a fee of $99 for the Lean Six Sigma White Belt Certification training.
NERDIC Industry 4.0 Readiness Ecosystem: Technology Demonstration on Powder Bed Fusion (PBF) and Bound Metal Deposition (BMD) Additive Manufacturing Processes
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Join us for a virtual presentation on the use and results of generative design and resulting demonstration parts printed by the University of Maine Advanced Manufacturing Center/Center for Additive Manufacturing of Metals.
Valued at a $7.3-billion worldwide market value in 2017, additive manufacturing (AM) is disrupting multiple markets by enabling engineers to rapidly manufacture parts having substantial geometric freedom. Unfortunately, this geometric freedom is often realized with materials having insufficient properties (e.g., stiffness, strength, melting temperature) for production requirements. Addressing this problem, the rapidly-growing additive manufacturing of metals (AMM) sector now includes multiple processes, including Powder Bed Fusion (PBF) and Bound Metal Deposition (BMD).
This session will be recorded and made available on-demand.
Learning Objectives
By the conclusion of the presentation, attendees will:
¥ Understand the advantages and disadvantages of PBF and BMD AMM processes
¥ Recognize how AMM process and design advantages can add value within supply chains while increasing part functionality
¥ Reflect upon their current portfolios to determine candidate AMM applications
Presenters
Dr. Brett Ellis, Associate Professor, Co-Director- Center for Additive Manufacturing of Metals, University of Maine
John Belding PE, Director- Advanced Manufacturing Center, Co-Director- Center for Additive Manufacturing of Metals, University of Maine