SME is the premier source for manufacturing knowledge, education and networking. Through its many programs, events, magazines, publications and online training division, Tooling U-SME, SME connects manufacturing practitioners to each other, to the latest technologies and to the most up-to-date manufacturing processes. SME has members around the world and is supported by a network of chapters and technical communities. A 501(c)3 organization, SME is a leader in manufacturing workforce development issues, working with industry, academic and government partners to support the current and future skilled workforce.

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Technical Communities are real-life and virtual venues where members and other manufacturing practitioners can connect and interact, to exchange ideas and information from one peer to another.
SME’s industry-leading events provide hands-on experiences, in-depth technical sessions and progressive ideas for integrated solutions to your manufacturing challenges.
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SME Training & Development provide companies, individuals and educators the right training, the right solutions, information and competitive advantage.
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The Foundation is committed to inspiring, supporting and preparing the next generation of manufacturing engineers and technologists in the advancement of manufacturing education.
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SME is one of the world's largest publishers of manufacturing-related technical information and industry news.
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The SME International Awards & Recognition Program honors the best and the brightest for their outstanding accomplishments in manufacturing and service to SME.
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