Events

Plating Essentials 102‎ Web-Based Course

This online course provides a comprehensive review of the surface finishing process from pre-treatment, to coating applications, to post-treatment. In addition, it covers quality basics, troubleshooting, equipment requirements and maintenance. Those completing this course and/or earning a certificate in Plating Essentials 102 are able to demonstrate: An understanding of the finishes commonly applied by the electroplating process and the basic differences in performance among the various coatings.

Source: Phillips Corporation

Webinar

From Prototype to Production: How Penn United Built a Thriving Metal AM Business

Discover how Penn United Technologies transformed its additive manufacturing (AM) efforts into a thriving business.

Aerospace Day 2025

Stable supply chains, high quality, and investments in automation and digital manufacturing are in focus in light of geopolitical tensions, tightened export controls, and rising raw material costs while production rates increase.

Source: 1factory

Webinar

Transform Your QMS: From Paper Chaos to Audit Excellence

Tired of scrambling through folders during audits?

Source: SolidCAM

Webinar

Comprehensive Support for Multi-Channel Mill-Turn and Swiss Machining

If you’re working with multi-channel mill-turn machines or Swiss machining, you know how complex programming can get.

Trade Show

Surface & Coating Expo 2025

Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has been organising its flagship event “Surface & Coating Expo” since 2014.

Source: Toray

Webinar

High Temperature Composite Material Solutions for Aerospace and Defense

In extreme operating temperatures that exceed 260 °C (500 °F), demanding applications such as heat shields/thermal barriers, supersonic structures and radomes must be proven to withstand both extreme heat and mechanical stress for maximum durability in mission-critical conditions.

Source: ProShop

Webinar

Don’t Let It Walk Out the Door: Capturing Institutional Knowledge in Your Shop

The most valuable data in your shop might not live in your dashboards — it lives in your people.

Industrial & Precious ‎Metals Web-Based Course

This online course presents a broad range of information related to preparing parts for precious metal plating as well as exploring Precious Metal (PM) plating processes. It also covers best practices for troubleshooting and problem solving this technique.

Source: Marubeni Citizen-Cincom Inc.

Webinar

How Citizen Control Technology Saves Time on Every Set Up

Citizen proprietary control technology offers “one-button” functionality to help speed and simplify setups on CNC Swiss-type lathes with no manual data input (MDI) or jog wheel required.

Source: Haimer

Webinar

Boost Tool Room Efficiency with Integrated Tool Management Software

Join Haimer USA for a deep dive into how WinTool software and Haimer’s tool room solutions can help you build a connected, efficient and data-driven production environment.

NASF 2025 Midwest Seminar

This year, the Michigan and Chicago Midwest Chapters are thrilled to partner to bring you a seminar experience like never before - bigger, better, and more enriching! AGENDA Thursday, 7/24: Arrival and evening welcome reception - Cocktails by the Bay (7 - 10pm) Friday, 7/25 Breakfast (8am) Seminar (9 - 4pm) "Maximizing 'H' in HR: Strategies for a Thriving, Engaged Workplace" featuring our keynote speaker, Ben Whiting - “Better Results, Better Relationships, Limitless Possibilities” . Other speakers include: “Improving Employee Retention: Tips for Maximizing Engagement with a Manufacturing Workforce” - Mike Dergis, Sigred Group "Raising the Bar: Going Beyond Legal Compliance in Your Workplace" - Rebecca Davies, Butzel Long "Regulatory Update" - Christian Richter & Jeff Hannapel, The Policy Group "Empowering Your Workforce: NASF Training and Education Tools" - Vincent Noonan, NASF Foundation President Cocktail Reception (6pm) Dinner (7pm) Saturday, 7/26: Enjoy a round of golf at one of 2 championship courses, join us for a delightful winery tour, or create your own adventure!

Source: Endeavor3D

Webinar

Advancing Underwater Sonar Development Using Additive Manufacturing

The underwater sonar industry is rapidly evolving, driven by growing demands for higher resolution and precise control in deep-sea exploration.

Source: Mate

Webinar

How Zero-Point Workholding Reduces Setup Time

Learn how to reduce your setup time and increase your machine tool performance with zero-point workholding.

MNAMF Golf Tournament 2025

Contests and Perks: There will be four contests and associated prizes for longest drive on the eleventh hole, longest putt on the first hole, closest to the pin on the fifteenth hole, and closest to the line on the third hole.

24th International Conference on Composite Materials (ICCM24)

The University of Delaware Center for Composite Materials (CCM) is hosting ICCM 24 as part of it 50th anniversary celebrations. The conference will feature a dedicated industry track, international networking opportunities and cutting-edge research and insights.