The MTI Technical Standards Committee is weighing in on rule changes by the ASTM E28.06 Indention Hardness Testing committee on E-18 specification. MTI would appreciate it if you would read the following description of the rule change and answer a one question survey at the end. This survey... Continue Reading
A reader recently told me, “I prefer to be brilliant behind the scenes.” If you’re an introvert — someone who’s more comfortable focusing on their inner thoughts and who tends to recharge in solitude — then you may relate to this sentiment. Many introverts... Continue Reading
You don’t have to look far to find an article or warning about the half-life of the workforce’s current capacity and the urgent need to upskill, reskill, and pre-skill workers to future-proof both their careers and their organizations. It seemed like hyperbole when, just a couple... Continue Reading
I was interviewing a leadership team member to prepare for an offsite planning retreat. I asked about the biggest challenges facing their team. She wearily said it was their unfocused frantic pace of activity. “We have lots of projects, goals, and priorities. We’re constantly making... Continue Reading
You asked…MTI listened…Dochterman Insurance Delivered. Metal Treating Institute and Dochterman Insurance (previously known as Precision Manufacturing Insurance) are pleased to announce an exclusive commercial insurance program that includes property, liability, auto, excess... Continue Reading
Tapping into workforce resources at the national level can advance the skills of the labor force locally. As U.S. manufacturing continues to recover from the challenges ushered in by the pandemic, the industry currently is facing a workforce shortage. According to a 2021 study by Deloitte and the... Continue Reading
The term artificial intelligence (AI) was first introduced in the 1950s, but it wasn’t until the launch of ChatGPT, which amassed over 100 million users within just two months in late 2022, that the public began to take notice. Similarly, the importance of “supply chain... Continue Reading
Well-positioned sensors, including those in vision systems and wearables, help the manufacturing workforce detect risks to improve safety, quality and efficiency. IIoT (industrial Internet of Things), which refers to devices connected to an industrial network that collect, share and act on... Continue Reading
Despite promising opportunities and pay, companies struggle to attract skilled supply chain employees. The supply chain and workforce that make up the sector are constantly evolving. Labor shortages in transportation and warehousing are quick to make headlines, but job opportunities across the... Continue Reading
The MTI Educational Foundation is excited to announce that the 2024 application process for scholarships is officially open for applications. The Foundation Board has approved a record 17 scholarships for a total of $80,000 for 2024. The MTI Educational Foundation Scholarship Program is open to... Continue Reading
MTI is excited to announce registration is now open for the Spring Meeting in Orlando, Florida on May 2-4. MTI national meetings are an exciting opportunity to: · Celebrate the heat treat industry · Connect with heat treaters and suppliers on best practices · ... Continue Reading
Rethink recruiting, create great culture and offer professional growth opportunities. Manufacturers’ labor demand continues to outpace supply. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported nearly 600,000 job openings across the industry in June 2023, and with many skilled employees at or... Continue Reading
