Advanced Manufacturing Now

SME Media

Welcome to the podcast for manufacturing professionals, powered by SME. Featuring a variety of guests from leading manufacturing companies, the Advanced Manufacturing Now podcast drives the conversation about making manufacturing smarter. SME Media is a leading source for news and in-depth technical information about advanced manufacturing in North America. To learn more about SME Media, visit us at AdvancedManufacturing.org.

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    Instilling Manufacturing Enthusiasm Early with SME PRIME

    In this episode of Advanced Manufacturing Now, host Steve Plumb is joined by educators Chris Desmond from Hopewell High School and Jason Hyatt from Cazenovia High School. Both schools are part of the SME Education Foundation's PRIME (Partnership Response in Manufacturing Education) initiative, which has recently expanded to middle schools. Chris and Jason discuss how hands-on learning, advanced manufacturing technologies and community partnerships are shaping the future of STEM education and preparing students for rewarding careers in manufacturing. Advanced Manufacturing Now is an SME Media podcast. As an industry thought leader, SME Media publishes Manufacturing Engineering & Technology and AdvancedManufacturing.org. The team of seasoned editorial, digital, sales and marketing, and audience service professionals is deeply committed to keeping readers well-informed and engaged on the latest manufacturing advances to help them make timely decisions to improve their business operations. From cutting tools and other traditional equipment and processes to workforce development, advanced software, additive manufacturing and Industry 4.0, we've got you covered. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, X and LinkedIn.

    38 min

  2. 18 juin

    Humans in the Loop: Expanding Roles on the Shop Floor

    In this episode of Advanced Manufacturing Now, the team previews the June/July issue of Manufacturing Engineering and Technology, available to read now on advancedmanufacturing.org. The issue explores the intersection of people and technology, from press brake tooling and setup reduction to evolving chip control strategies. The conversation also dives into the growing role of AI—from engineering design reviews to real-time decision-making—and what it takes to successfully integrate it into modern manufacturing.

    25 min

  3. 16 juin

    Physical AI Gets Real — Advanced Manufacturing Live

    Satyandra K Gupta, co-founder and chief scientist for GrayMatter Robotics, talks with SME Media about the company's new agreement with defense prime Huntington Ingalls Industries, the recent expansion of its operations and the latest advances and applications for physical AI in manufacturing. This episode is a recording of the latest episode of Advanced Manufacturing Live. Previous episodes of Advanced Manufacturing Live are available on advancedmanufacturing.org/live. Follow SME Media on Facebook, LinkedIn, X and YouTube to join us live every other Thursday at 1 p.m. Eastern Time.

    27 min

  4. 4 juin

    Speeding up Manufacturing's Metabolism with AMT

    In this episode of Advanced Manufacturing Now, Steve Bauer sits down with Association for Manufacturing Technology (AMT) Vice President of Technology Ryan Kelly to unpack a unique industry challenge: why breakthrough technologies aren't reaching factory floors fast enough. Plus, a preview of what to expect at IMTS, where the next wave of innovation takes center stage.

    31 min
  5. WEBINAR : The Real Game Plan for AI-Driven Growth - Transforming Legacy Data into Strategic Insights

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    WEBINAR : The Real Game Plan for AI-Driven Growth - Transforming Legacy Data into Strategic Insights

    The uncomfortable truth? Most AI initiatives fail - not because of the technology, but because engineering data is fragmented, tribal knowledge lives in inboxes, and process discipline isn't built for scale. Join Patrick Harrigan, VP of Partnerships at CADDi, and Greg Cunningham, Platform Specialist at IMAGINiT Technologies, for a candid discussion on what it actually takes to prepare your organization for AI-driven growth. This isn't theory. It's a practical game plan for manufacturers who want to: Turn engineering data into competitive advantage Break down silos between design, manufacturing and supply chain Reduce costly rework and accelerate speed to market Build the structured foundation AI requires to succeed PRESENTERS: Patrick Harrigan VP of Partnerships CADDi Greg Cunningham Platform Specialist IMAGINiT Technologies Presented by CADDi Visit https://advancedmanufacturing.org/webinars for more webinars and an interactive experience with visuals.

    49 min

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    Manufacturing in Uncertain Times — Advanced Manufacturing Live

    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 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. This episode is a recording of the latest episode of Advanced Manufacturing Live. Previous episodes of Advanced Manufacturing Live are available on advancedmanufacturing.org/live. Follow SME Media on Facebook, LinkedIn, X and YouTube to join us live every other Thursday at 1 p.m. Eastern Time.

    48 min

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    A State-by-State Look at American Innovation

    On the latest episode of Advanced Manufacturing Now, the editorial team discusses the 250th anniversary of the United States, and the spirit of innovation they discovered while putting together the State-by-State of the Manufacturing Industry special report.

    28 min

  8. 28 mai

    Executive Perspectives from RAPID + TCT 2026: Additive Manufacturing's Shift to Production

    This episode of Advanced Manufacturing Now brings together three Executive Perspectives from RAPID + TCT 2026, exploring where additive manufacturing stands today and where it's headed next. Featuring conversations with SME's Brett Conner, Stratasys' Foster Ferguson, and Brigadier General Beth Behn, we discuss the shift from prototyping to production, the rise of digital supply chains and the growing influence of AI, qualification standards and defense demand in shaping the future of AM.

    37 min
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Welcome to the podcast for manufacturing professionals, powered by SME. Featuring a variety of guests from leading manufacturing companies, the Advanced Manufacturing Now podcast drives the conversation about making manufacturing smarter. SME Media is a leading source for news and in-depth technical information about advanced manufacturing in North America. To learn more about SME Media, visit us at AdvancedManufacturing.org.

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  • Création
    SME Media
  • Années d’activité
    2017 - 2026
  • Épisodes
    626
  • Classification
    Tous publics
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 SME Media. All Rights Reserved.
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    Advanced Manufacturing Now

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