Thomas Insights recently posted an analysis of trade data and insights into the future of the manufacturing sector. As the article noted, “Imports fluctuate. The manufacturing industry is well aware of this fact. However, 2020 has taken everyone by surprise. Imports into the … Read more

Election Day 2020 – Have You Voted Yet? We strive to keep our Inside Our Industry ezine focused on the manufacturing industry which is the core of our development business.  But, this week, we would like to use this opportunity to encourage everyone … Read more

A couple weeks ago we shared an article on how community colleges can prepare workers for a career in manufacturing. This week we are sharing a great example of how one Indiana high school is doing the same thing. It’s a great story! … Read more

With the increasing production expansion and availability of electric vehicles (EVs), we anticipate many changes in manufacturing processes over the next decade. The Center for American Progress recently posted an extensive report on the expansion of electric vehicles and how federal policies can … Read more

We have long been proponents of community colleges and especially their role in preparing students for vocational careers. With estimates of some 2.4 million manufacturing jobs going unfilled over the next decade, now is the time to get workers prepared with the necessary … Read more

As you may know, we at Agracel have been primarily working remotely since the coronavirus pandemic began in March. A few colleagues come into the office a few hours every day, while others come in a few days each week. Regular company-wide and … Read more

We are excited to see that Manufacturing Day events are continuing to happen this year! If you visit creatorswanted.org you will find hundreds of events occurring all over the United States, and a few internationally. Manufacturing Day is a great way to learn … Read more

Last week we shared the first part of an article that looks at the shortage of skilled trades workers. This week we are posting the rest of the article that looks at solutions that may offer a way to curb that shortage. The … Read more