by Larry Fultz | Jun 25, 2019 | Blog
In order to become a successful machinist, both students and apprentices must undergo rigorous training to learn specific technical skills. With time, machinists become adept at complex tasks like reading blueprints, metalworking, programming, and machine operation....
by Larry Fultz | Jun 18, 2019 | Blog
If I asked you to describe the personality traits or characteristics that comprise a good fireman, you might reply with answers like “brave,” “caring,” or “fast-thinker.” If I asked you to describe a salesperson, you might say “friendly,” “persuasive,” or “slick.”...
by Larry Fultz | Jun 11, 2019 | Blog
The easy part is officially over. You followed your passion, and you have decided to pursue a career in the manufacturing industry… Now comes the hard part—deciding what path to take to receive a mechanical education. In our society, there seems to be an extreme push...
by Larry Fultz | May 28, 2019 | Blog
In last week’s blog, Leading Edge Industrial explored how events in US history, like the Cold War and educational reforms, steered students away from exploring mechanical pursuits, but what does that mean for the current state of US manufacturing? Below is an...
by Larry Fultz | Mar 12, 2019 | Blog, Informational, Stem programs
We have been hearing the same troubling news for a while now: the manufacturing industry is in serious need of people with technical and mechanical skills, yet there seems to be a major shortage of workers with these abilities. This lack of ability is popularly...
