Whether it be a jig, clamp, welding fixture, or vise, fixturing is essential to certain manufacturing processes. Fixturing aims to hold, support, position, or secure workpieces, facilitating accurate and consistent results. Fixturing techniques lead to greater...
The economy appears to be stable. But for manufacturers, the reality is more complex — and becoming more difficult to manage. There isn’t a single factor responsible for the current. It’s an accumulation of pressures driving up the overall cost of doing business....
According to the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) Job Outlook 2025 survey, employers are placing an increasing emphasis on certain key skills when reviewing job applications. The skills that consistently rank as the most essential are...
Fixturing is fundamental to manufacturing precision, and 3D printing is helping manufacturers create faster, more cost-effective, and highly customizable fixtures that improve accuracy, productivity, and quality.
Rising costs continue to pressure manufacturers. Inflation, higher fuel prices driven by geopolitical uncertainty and ongoing tariff impacts are increasing the cost of materials, transportation and daily operations.
Grand Rapids Community College’s FutureTech Careers program is helping students build in-demand workplace skills while giving employers a cost-effective way to develop future talent through flexible, supported internship opportunities.
