{"id":90308,"date":"2026-02-09T14:47:35","date_gmt":"2026-02-09T20:47:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gsc-3d.com\/?post_type=tribe_events&#038;p=90308"},"modified":"2026-03-12T16:02:40","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T21:02:40","slug":"smarter-by-design-manufacturing-forward-2026","status":"publish","type":"tribe_events","link":"https:\/\/www.gsc-3d.com\/training-event\/smarter-by-design-manufacturing-forward-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Smarter by Design \u2013 Manufacturing Forward 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3>Real-World Strategies for Smarter Manufacturing<\/h3>\n<p>Explore the dynamic landscape where design meets fabrication, paving the way for groundbreaking advancements in manufacturing. Through insightful presentations, interactive showcases, and collaborative discussions, attendees will gain invaluable knowledge to stay ahead of the competition.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Event Agenda<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"line-height: 2em;\">\n<li>8:00 AM: Arrivals &amp; Networking<\/li>\n<li>8:30 AM: Kick-off &amp; Welcome<\/li>\n<li>8:40 AM: From Punch Cards to 3D Printing: Engineering at the Speed of Change<\/li>\n<li>9:10 AM: Using AI Effectively in the Modern Workplace<\/li>\n<li>9:40 AM: Break \/ Networking<\/li>\n<li>10:40 AM: Using AI with SOLIDWORKS: Assistants, Automation, and What\u2019s Coming<\/li>\n<li>11:10 AM: Robotics &amp; Physical Automation in Machining<\/li>\n<li>11:40 AM \u2013 01:30 PM: Closing \/ Networking \/ Showcases \/ Lunch<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<div style=\"padding: 20px; background-color: #ededed; margin-bottom: 20px;\">\n<h4><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-90407 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gsc-3d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Lunch-And-Learn-Template-10-300x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gsc-3d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Lunch-And-Learn-Template-10-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.gsc-3d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Lunch-And-Learn-Template-10-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.gsc-3d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Lunch-And-Learn-Template-10-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.gsc-3d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Lunch-And-Learn-Template-10-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.gsc-3d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Lunch-And-Learn-Template-10-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/www.gsc-3d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Lunch-And-Learn-Template-10-100x100.png 100w, https:\/\/www.gsc-3d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Lunch-And-Learn-Template-10-45x45.png 45w, https:\/\/www.gsc-3d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Lunch-And-Learn-Template-10.png 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/>From Punch Cards to 3D Printing: Engineering at the Speed of Change<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Speaker: Paul Terpstra, Klover Products<br \/>\n<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong>A longtime SOLIDWORKS and Markforged customer, Paul Terpstra has turned precision engineering into world-stage impact; designing and handcrafting parabolic microphones used by broadcasters at every Olympic Games since 2016 and on the sidelines of the National Football League. From his Wisconsin workshop to the biggest moments in sports, his work quite literally captures the sound of history.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 20px; background-color: #ededed; margin-bottom: 20px;\">\n<h4><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-86280 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gsc-3d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Ben-Gumness-242x300.jpg\" alt=\"Ben Gumness\" width=\"179\" height=\"222\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gsc-3d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Ben-Gumness-242x300.jpg 242w, https:\/\/www.gsc-3d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Ben-Gumness-768x953.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.gsc-3d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Ben-Gumness-600x744.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.gsc-3d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Ben-Gumness.jpg 824w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 179px) 100vw, 179px\" \/>Using AI Effectively in the Modern Workplace<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Speaker: Ben Gumness, GSC 3D<\/p>\n<p>While more than 15% of the world is actively using artificial intelligence, only a small fraction\u00a0are\u00a0leveraging\u00a0it proficiently\u2014especially within the workplace. Many organizations have begun experimenting with AI, but few have developed the strategies, workflows, and skills needed to unlock its full potential. This session will explore practical ways to move beyond basic usage and toward meaningful AI enablement across your team. Join us to learn how to build capability, drive adoption, and confidently integrate the latest technology into your everyday business processes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 20px; background-color: #ededed; margin-bottom: 20px;\">\n<h4><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-16771 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gsc-3d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Cody-Pendzich-Applications-Engineer-Resized-254x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"183\" height=\"216\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gsc-3d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Cody-Pendzich-Applications-Engineer-Resized-254x300.png 254w, https:\/\/www.gsc-3d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Cody-Pendzich-Applications-Engineer-Resized.png 385w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 183px) 100vw, 183px\" \/>Using AI with SOLIDWORKS: Assistants, Automation, and What\u2019s Coming<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Speaker:\u00a0Cody Pendzich, GSC 3D<\/p>\n<p>This session looks at how AI can support SOLIDWORKS design work today and\u00a0in the near future. We will briefly set a baseline with a few built-in automation features, then focus on newer assistant-style capabilities and upcoming companions like Leo and Marie. We will also share practical ways to use external tools like ChatGPT alongside SOLIDWORKS for documentation, ideation, and troubleshooting, with examples you can apply to your day-to-day CAD process.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 20px; background-color: #ededed; margin-bottom: 20px;\">\n<h4><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-88158 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gsc-3d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/John-McCarthy-1-240x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"182\" height=\"227\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gsc-3d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/John-McCarthy-1-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/www.gsc-3d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/John-McCarthy-1.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 182px) 100vw, 182px\" \/>Robotics &amp; Physical Automation in Machining<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Speaker: John McCarthy, Sales Engineer | Wisconsin Automation<\/p>\n<p>In today\u2019s competitive manufacturing landscape, robotic automation is a game-changer for efficiency, quality, and profitability. This session will explore key aspects of successful automation, including what\/when to automate, guiding principles for implementation, and critical considerations when getting started. We\u2019ll also highlight winning applications where robotics deliver significant impact, including machine tending, material handling to precision assembly. Whether you&#8217;re new to automation or looking to expand your capabilities, this presentation will provide actionable insights to help you drive measurable business results with robotic solutions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Real-World Strategies for Smarter Manufacturing Explore the dynamic landscape where design meets fabrication, paving the way for groundbreaking advancements in manufacturing. 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