PLCs (programmable logic controllers) are one of the most critical components in industrial automation. PLCs are industrial computer systems that are modular and designed to automate customized control processes, supporting control motors, pumps,…

The fastest and least expensive solution to learn PLC technology is with a mini controller. There are several brands out there that are reputable and will do the job. For this project, I went with the Click PLC because it is cheap, easy to use, has a…

Understanding PLC's is important because they are used to control and automate various industrial processes and machines. Learning how to program and use PLCs can help students develop skills in logic, problem-solving, troubleshooting and system…

CAD and engineering teachers from across New England joined us for an interactive professional development day at this year's CAD-Engineering Teachers Summit. They heard industry partners from Massachusetts talk about the importance of educating…

Studying civil engineering in college exposes students to a field with many in-demand career paths, from structural engineering to environmental engineering to construction engineering. In civil engineering courses, students learn how to eventually…

Speed, accuracy, and precision. Full 4x8' sheet carving. An air-cooled spindle to put production in high gear. It's an industrial-grade solution at a small-business price.

Teaching fluid mechanics to undergraduate students provides them with valuable fundamental knowledge leading to career paths in various fields, including aerospace, energy, life sciences, and automotive. Giving students opportunities to experiment in…

Automating a CNC machine can be overwhelmingly complicated. The Robotiq solution guides you through programming from start to finish, making a complex application simple.

Mechatronics integrates mechanical, electrical, and software components to create smart, automated systems that perform complex tasks, leveraging advanced technologies, such as sensors, microcontrollers, and computer programming. It's a field rapidly…

We are excited to announce that the next New England CAD-Engineering Teachers Summit will take place March 10, 2023 at Minuteman High School in Lexington, MA! This summit has been an (almost) annual event since 2007, led by our very own, Mark Lyons,…

Career and Technical Education (CTE) is important for bringing real-world industry experiences to the classroom and preparing students for the workforce with practical skills and certifications relevant to local in-demand jobs. We're celebrating CTE…

Access Your Complimentary Toolkit Below Find out how to fund solutions for your CTE or Tech Ed lab in New England—whether it's for equipment, professional development, or lab renovations. This toolkit includes five ways that schools in New…

Festo Pneumatics and Hydraulics Training Systems at Blackstone Valley Tech High School Training instructors at Quabbin Regional High School on their EMCO CM55 Stratasys J55 3D Printer at Eli Whitney Technical High School 5 Ways to Fund…

3D printing research contributes to groundbreaking innovations that are changing the world. As a researcher, selecting the right printer for your 3D printing research projects significantly affects the process and final results. There are many 3D…

When instructors and students use Universal Robots collaborative robots for the first time, they are usually amazed and how easy it is to use in a short period of time, so we were glad to host a workshop with a group of instructors from Massachusetts…

A transformative 3D printer enabling flexible production of end-use parts in a diverse range of high-performance materials.

With all the responsibilities of teaching, it is imperative for teachers to find professional development opportunities worth their time. CTE teachers come from an industry background, so professional development in classroom dynamics and…

More than ever before, robotics research and teaching are critical within university engineering programs. Robotics and control systems are infiltrating every industry. And robotics researchers at universities are contributing to…

The Festo Industry Certification Program (FI4.0CP), our new comprehensive industry skills certification, is based on industry and education partnerships to ensure students have the right set of skills to be industry ready. FICP evolved from our…

Control systems are vital to the performance and protection of factory equipment powered by electric motors, making it essential for technical workers, primarily industrial electricians, industrial maintenance technicians, and mechatronics…