Bringing more people into Maine’s manufacturing workforce is top of mind for John Lewis, who took the helm of the 300-member trade organization in June.
The Advanced Manufacturing Center has worked with hundreds of companies and trained scores of students. The engineering support and service center helps move ideas from concept to production through prototyping, design and fabrication plus workforce development programs.
American Roots, a Wesbrook-maker of hoodies, jackets T-shirts and custom apparel sourced from American suppliers, is staffed by a 75-strong workforce representing 10 nationalities.
Manufacturing Month takes the stage in October and the recent print edition focuses on 3D printing, robotics and automation and the rising cost of a cup of coffee.