Promotional graphic for MFG Day 2025 with a picture of students watching a MFG rep giving a demonstration, as well as details for the event taking place on October 23

NIAR is celebrating Manufacturing Day this year in collaboration with the Manufacturing Institute. Join industry figures, NIAR representatives and manufacturing gurus alike for a special event held at the National Center for Aviation Training (NCAT) facility on the Wichita State campus. Speakers will present the latest advancements in automated metrology, artificial intelligence, aerospace manufacturing and more, as well as a preview of the new Hub for Advanced Manufacturing Research (HAMR) funded by the EDA's Build Back Better Regional Challenge. There will also be food and beverages served for lunch and a tour of NCAT to round off the agenda. We hope to see you there as we celebrate our ever-evolving industry and the future it holds!

Free to attend (More information on panels and tours coming soon)

AGENDA

9:00 AM   Arrival at NCAT
9:30 AM   Welcome 
9:45 AM   Keynote Speaker
10:15 AM   Automated Inspection
10:45 AM   Break 
11:00 AM   AI Panel 
11:30 AM   HAMR Preview
12:00 AM   Lunch
1:15 PM   NCAT Tour


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About MFG Day and The Manufacturing Institute

Launched annually on the first Friday in October with events that continue throughout the month, MFG Day helps shed a light on the advancing manufacturing industry by encouraging and working with academic organizations and public entities to raise awareness about modern manufacturing careers to students, parents, teachers and community leaders. MFG Day empowers manufacturers to come together to address their collective challenges so they can help their communities and future generations thrive.

MFG Day is an initiative of The Manufacturing Institute, with the Fabricators & Manufacturers Association as a founding partner. The Institute grows and supports the manufacturing industry’s skilled workers for the advancement of modern manufacturing. The Institute’s diverse initiatives support women, veterans, students and workers through skills training programs, community building and supporting the advancement of their career in manufacturing. As the workforce development and education partner of the National Association of Manufacturers, the Institute is a trusted adviser to manufacturers, equipping them with resources necessary to solve the industry’s toughest challenges.

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