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Tech-Labs

Educational Resources: Fab Lab Equipment, Science, STEM, Welding, Manufacturing, Engineering Apparatus, Portable Learning Centers, 3D Printing, 3D Scanning

Tech-Labs and X-Cal Corporation, are two companies founded by Tim and Dede Brown in order to meet the growing need for technical and vocational training. Tech-Labs operates in both Texas and Oklahoma while X-Cal operates in New Mexico, Colorado, Utah, Idaho, Montana and Wyoming. To learn more about Tech-Labs, please visit tech-labs.com and for more information on X-Cal visit x-cal.us.

11/03/2026

We've reached the final chapter of our 8-part Semiconductor Workforce Development Series! Throughout this series, we've explored what it takes to build, develop, and sustain the skilled workforce behind America's growing semiconductor industry.

Our final article brings it all together and looks ahead to what comes next.
🔹 Adaptable: Evolving alongside technology and industry needs.
🔹 Scalable: Building on successful programs to expand workforce capacity.
🔹 Sustainable: Creating lasting systems for developing technical talent.
🔹 Innovation-Ready: Preparing people for technologies and careers that don't yet exist.

The future of semiconductor manufacturing depends on more than new facilities and advanced equipment. It depends on building a workforce system that can evolve for generations.

The series may be complete, but developing America's semiconductor workforce is just beginning.

📖 Read the final article: https://hubs.ly/Q04D6Wt80

Explore the future of America’s semiconductor workforce and how adaptable, scalable workforce development can sustain innovation and manufacturing growth.

10/16/2026

What equipment does a modern advanced manufacturing training lab actually need? PLCs. Industrial robotics. Mechatronics. Electrical controls. Smart manufacturing.

With so many technologies available, knowing where to start can be one of the biggest challenges for educators building or expanding a manufacturing program.

Our latest guide explores:
🔹 Essential equipment for hands-on manufacturing education
🔹 Which technical skills to teach first
🔹 Lab space and infrastructure considerations
🔹 How to build a training lab in phases
🔹 Funding considerations and common planning mistakes

Whether you're developing a new CTE program or modernizing an existing lab, thoughtful planning can help you make every investment count.

📖 Read the guide:
https://hubs.ly/Q04Bl3HP0

Discover the essential equipment, skills, layout considerations, and planning steps for building a modern advanced manufacturing training lab.

10/14/2026

What happens when artificial intelligence meets industrial robotics? 🤖

At IMTS in Chicago, FANUC America showcased how physical AI, generative models, and advanced simulation are shaping the next generation of manufacturing automation.

In this interview with SME Media, FANUC's Geoff Dawson discusses how these technologies are creating new possibilities for industrial robotics—and making advanced automation increasingly accessible to manufacturers of all sizes.

From intelligent robot programming to virtual simulation and more adaptable automation, the way manufacturers deploy and interact with robots continues to evolve.

The future of manufacturing isn't just automated. It's becoming more intelligent.

Watch the interview from SME Media:
https://hubs.ly/Q04B6wc10

SME Media Editor Rachael Thomas visits the massive FANUC America bo...

10/12/2026

Design. Test. Improve. Race.

Dankook University’s R2X student engineering team turned additive manufacturing into an important part of its electric-vehicle development process.

Using four Stratasys technologies, students created lightweight aerodynamic components, functional enclosures, customized grips, and safety parts while gaining practical experience with design iteration, materials, and manufacturing processes.

A strong example of how university engineering programs can connect classroom knowledge with real-world product development.

https://hubs.ly/Q04yhzs60

See how Dankook University's R2X racing team used Stratasys 3D printing to build lighter, stronger EV parts and cut production time. Read the case study.

10/11/2026

What happens when AI, Python and industrial robotics come together?

At PACK EXPO 2026, FANUC America is demonstrating how generative AI can translate natural-language instructions into Python code and robot actions using a CRX-20iA/L collaborative robot.

Other demonstrations highlight machine vision, coordinated cobots, intelligent material handling and automated palletizing.

These applications raise an important question for technical education:
Are we preparing students for the technologies they'll encounter in tomorrow's manufacturing environments?

As robotics and automation continue to evolve, skills in programming, machine vision, system integration and troubleshooting are becoming increasingly important.

See what FANUC is bringing to PACK EXPO:
https://hubs.ly/Q04zKm_h0

FANUC America will showcase AI, cobots, machine vision and food-grade robotics at PACK EXPO 2026, highlighting flexible packaging and palletizing…

10/10/2026

What if students could test how a product works before it ever reaches production?

3D printing is changing more than product design. It's changing how manufacturers test, refine, and validate them.

In a recent Stratasys customer story, J.L. Clark demonstrates how PolyJet ToughONE™ technology supports functional packaging prototypes—including living hinges, realistic material behavior, and full-color graphics.

For engineering and advanced manufacturing programs, applications like this connect classroom design projects with real-world product development, material selection, and functional testing.

It's not just about printing a prototype. It's about learning how to make a better product.

See how J.L. Clark is using Stratasys technology:
https://hubs.ly/Q04zKhD00

With production-like polypropylene performance, living hinges, and full-color graphics, PolyJet ToughONE™ transformed how J.L. Clark designs, tests, and validates packaging concepts before manufacturing

10/09/2026

What happens when 3D printing moves out of the prototyping lab and onto the production floor?

At General Motors, additive manufacturing is being used to solve everyday manufacturing challenges—from fixtures and assembly aids to quality tools, protective devices and ergonomic solutions.

One example highlighted by Stratasys: a robot end-effector bracket that could have taken weeks to obtain through traditional methods was produced in roughly four hours using FDM additive manufacturing.

That’s an important workforce lesson.

As additive manufacturing becomes another tool for solving real production problems, students need more than experience printing prototypes. They need opportunities to understand design for additive manufacturing, tooling, automation, production workflows and continuous improvement.

See how GM is using Stratasys FDM technology on the manufacturing floor:
https://hubs.ly/Q04zKg9r0

Discover how GM uses Stratasys FDM 3D printing for production tooling, fixtures, jigs and ergonomic tools across its automotive assembly plants.

10/07/2026

VR, XR, or simulation? The best training technology depends on the skill you’re teaching.

Immersive technology can give learners opportunities to practice procedures, troubleshoot systems, build confidence, and experience situations that may be difficult, expensive, or unsafe to recreate in a traditional lab.

But not every technology fits every training objective.

Our latest article looks at VR, XR, and simulation-based training and how educators and workforce programs can think about matching the technology to the skill.

Read more:
https://hubs.ly/Q04zhb300

Compare VR, XR and simulation for CTE and workforce training. Explore applications in manufacturing, welding, heavy equipment, healthcare, safety and more.

10/06/2026

Building the industrial maintenance workforce takes more than classroom instruction. It takes hands-on skills that translate directly to the job.

Industrial maintenance apprenticeship programs can help learners build practical skills across mechanical systems, electrical systems, pneumatics, troubleshooting, safety and other technologies they’ll encounter in modern facilities.

Tech-Labs can help schools, employers, workforce organizations and apprenticeship sponsors build hands-on training around the skills their programs need.

Explore Industrial Maintenance Apprenticeship Training:
https://hubs.ly/Q04zhcdY0

Build industrial maintenance apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship labs with hands-on training, Amatrol curriculum and industry credential options.

10/03/2026

What if medical learners could practice with a patient-specific anatomical model before entering the operating room?

Medical IP is using Stratasys 3D printing and AI-powered medical imaging to create realistic anatomical models for education, procedure planning, and surgical simulation.

The workflow combines CT and MRI data with full-color, multi-material printing to reproduce complex anatomy in a physical form learners can see, handle, and study.

See how the technology is being used:
https://hubs.ly/Q04yhzjs0

See how Medical IP pairs AI segmentation with the Stratasys J750 to 3D print full-color organ models for surgical simulation and training. Read the case study.

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