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Talkin’ EDMs! In this episode of the “Tom & Lonnie Chat,” Dr. Tom Kurfess, Dr. Lonnie Love, Dr. Kyle “Cyber Kyle” Saleeby, and AMT’s Stephen LaMarca explore the advantages of wire EDM in additive manufacturing and hole drilling, highlighting its precision, ultra-clean cuts, smooth finishes, and exceptional speed – making it a game changer for advanced manufacturing. IMTS.com/tlc-edm The “How Capital Will Influence the Future of Manufacturing” series, which premiered on the IMTS+ Main Stage at IMTS, returns with a new article and video webinar. In the second installment, panelists Troy Jensen from Cantor Fitzgerald, Danny Piper from NewCap Partners, and Arno Held from AM Ventures share insights on how AM is shifting from capital scarcity to strategic growth. IMTS.com/amshift Passion Project The new IMTS+ Original Series “Passion Project” explores the connections between manufacturing and the personal passions of the creators and doers who make up our industry. Whether driven by a love for making music, a desire to improve pets’ lives, or a vision for a sustainable future, C.F. Martin & Co., 3DPets, and Haddy Inc. push the boundaries of innovation with groundbreaking products and processes. IMTS.com/passionproject Reshoring Initiative Accepting Nominees The Reshoring Initiative, in conjunction with AMT, the Precision Metalforming Association, SME, the Fabricators and Manufacturers Association, and the National Tooling and Machining Association, wants to recognize companies for successful reshoring projects. See the award criteria for OEMs/branded product companies and job shops/contract manufacturers and enter your company today. AMTonline.org/article/reshoring-award Additive Manufacturing’s Shift From Capital Scarcity to Strategic Growth From Sports to Manufacturing: VR Training Changes the Game While NFL teams usually limit their rookies’ play, quarterback Jayden Daniels led the perpetually inept Washington Commanders deep into the playoffs and rewrote the record books. His secret? Virtual reality training. Imagine what it can do for manufacturing. AMTonline.org/article/vr-training