Workforce Development Certifications

Providing Affordable Industry 4.0 Certifications

The Smart Automation Certification Alliance (SACA) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to develop and deploy modular Industry 4.0 certifications for a wide range of industries.

SACA can help individuals obtain certifications in a variety of occupations, including interacting with software, data, networks, and smart devices. SACA certifications are different then many others out there as they address isolated competencies, from machining to maintenance and IT. They certify “connected systems” skills that address the integration of these technologies with Industry 4.0 technology.

GrabCAD Print simplifies the traditional 3D print preparation workflow and provides intelligence around printer usage so your team can get quality prints, faster. Print directly from CAD, organize print queues, monitor material levels, and work with detailed views of your model. The tray and slice preview feature support adjustments before going to print.

The Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC), a 501(c)3 non-profit, is an industry-led training, assessment, and certification system focused on the core skills and knowledge needed by the nation’s front-line production and material handling workers. The nationwide MSSC System, based upon industry-defined and federally-endorsed standards, offers entry-level and incumbent workers the opportunity to demonstrate that they have acquired the skills increasingly needed in the technology-intensive jobs of the 21st century.

Services

Assessments

As the leading certifying body for the nation's front-line manufacturing production and supply chain logistics technicians, MSSC's two certification programs allow students and workers to document their knowledge.

E-learning Courses

MSSC offers curriculum for both manufacturing and logistics. Their online courses offer flexible turn-key solutions for any organization, including high schools, community and technical colleges, universities, employers, workforce investment boards, private training companies, and more.

Instructor Training

MSSC requires organizations that wish to offer their courses to attend instructor training or purchase an instructor package.

MSSC offers three certifications for this workforce: Certified Forklift Technician (CFT), Certified Production Technician (CPT), and Certified Logistics Technician (CLT).

FANUC America offers Certified Education Training (CERT) to qualifying high schools, community colleges, and universities. With FANUC America's educational products, students can learn to utilize the latest automation technology in robots, CNC, ROBODRILL, and integrated solutions while applying science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) skills.

Stratasys Neo SeriesStereolithography (SL) is a method used to create 3D-printed objects. It's the process by which a uniquely designed 3D printing machine, called a stereolithograph apparatus (SLA) converts liquid plastic into solid objects. The Stratasys' 3D printing solution adds game-changing advances in speed, accuracy, and reliability to the established capabilities of Stereolithography.

The open-system Stratasys Neo 3D Printer uses Stereolithography (SL) technology to deliver dependable, scalable fabrication at unprecedented speeds. Harness the power and performance you need to create precise parts efficiently and affordably.

Neo Stereolithography printers can create large parts, with outstanding surface finish and high resolution. Part quality is consistent at large volumes and highly repeatable.

Applications

High volume prototyping

High throughput volume printing for demanding industries such as service bureaus or internal centralized shops.

Large part prototyping

Print large concept and communication models to determine functional fit-and-form accuracy.

Rapid tooling

Print tools and molds for short-run end-use part production.

Neo stereolithography 3D printers deliver:

Reduce finishing time by up to 50%.

The Neo produces highly accurate parts with unparalleled industry quality. Optimizing the machine design and utilizing the latest cutting-edge technology available for laser and scanners, our beam delivery system produces exceptional layer-to-layer alignment repeatability. The printed parts are dimensionally accurate, with exceptional sidewalls and crisp feature resolution.

Open resin system.

An open material system means users are not restricted by the usual parameter constraints, offering the ability to utilize any 355 nm hybrid resin chemistry.

Proven reliability and quality assurance.

Designed by engineers for engineers, the Neo is carefully engineered throughout using state-of-the-art technology, proven components and aesthetic finishes.

INNOVATIVE MINDS-I ROBOTICS PRODUCTS

Take STEM learning to new heights - on rough terrain & in the air.

The Curriculum & Labs from Minds-i encourages students to think like engineers and technicians, working collaboratively to test and improve their designs. This project-based learning framework provides the power to excel academically and professionally in our ever-evolving technological world. Together, we support teachers with outstanding training, ongoing technical support, and project-based curriculum aligned to educational standards.

ENGINEERING DESIGN PROCESS

Engage students with the systematic method of scientific inquiry.

21ST-CENTURY SKILLS

Develop critical thinking, problem-solving, collaboration, and creativity.

CODING & ENGINEERING

Teach the fundamentals of electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, and computer science.

CROSS-CURRICULAR

Integrate science and math for a deeper understanding.

ALIGNS TO STANDARDS

Next Generation Science Standards, Common Core State Standards for Math and others.

TRAINING & SUPPORT

Customizable step-by-step training and ongoing tech support.

 

Flying Drones

UAVs (Unmanned Air Vehicles)

These impressive drones thrill students about programming, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, and aerodynamics.

Want to keep the action contained? No problem with the easy-to-assemble, modular MINDS-i Robotics Drone Cage System.

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Powerful Rovers

UGVs (Unmanned Ground Vehicles)

Students design, program and build rugged rovers to manually and autonomously navigate challenging terrain, avoid obstacles, and perform complex tasks—both indoors and outdoors. These rugged rovers can withstand abuse in the most extreme conditions.

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UAVs (Unmanned Air Vehicles)

These impressive drones thrill students about programming, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, and aerodynamics.

Want to keep the action contained? No problem with the easy-to-assemble, modular MINDS-i Robotics Drone Cage System.

UGVs (Unmanned Ground Vehicles)

Students design, program and build rugged rovers to manually and autonomously navigate challenging terrain, avoid obstacles, and perform complex tasks—both indoors and outdoors. These rugged rovers can withstand abuse in the most extreme conditions.

  • Logistics

Transportation, Distribution & Logistics Career Pathway focuses on careers in planning, management, and movement of people, materials, and goods by road, pipeline, air, rail and water and related professional support services such as transportation infrastructure planning and management, logistics services, mobile equipment, and facility maintenance.

Career Cluster Pathways

  • Transportation Operations
  • Logistics Planning and Management Services
  • Warehousing and Distribution Center Operations
  • Facility and Mobile Equipment Maintenance
  • Transportation Systems/Infrastructure Planning, Management, and Regulation
  • Health, Safety and Environmental Management
  • Sales and Service
  • Certifications

Tech-Labs represents multiple product lines as a regional dealer for the states of Texas and Oklahoma. Tech-Labs supports the following industry-recognized certifications by providing technical training systems, curricula, and software.

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  • DAC Electrical/Electronics Trainer
    Item Number:
    417-000
    DAC Worldwide’s Permanent Magnet DC Motor Training System (417-000) provides a starting point for understanding a common, widely-used industrial induction motor.
  • DAC Electrical/Electronics Trainer
    Item Number:
    411-000
    DAC Worldwide’s Permanent Split Capacitor Start (PSC) AC Motor Training System (411-000) is one in a comprehensive series of stand-alone, motor-related training aids that offers an introduction to a range of common motor types used in industry. This unique training aid introduces learners to the terminology, operating characteristics, wiring, and troubleshooting of PSC motors used in industry and commercially.
  • DAC Oil Production Training Model
    Item Number:
    295-901
    DAC's Phillips Cascade Process (LNG) System Model is a detailed and stylized scale model of a single train LNG production/conversion system, designed for training purposes.
  • Item Number:
    428
    DAC Worldwide’s Piloting Switch Module (428) is a motor control-related device that compliments and expands the usefulness of related DAC Worldwide motor control training systems by incorporating alternate switch components and other devices into control circuitry as found in industrial systems.
  • Piston Check Valve Cutaway (295-706)
    Item Number:
    295-706
    DAC's Piston Check Valve Cutaway (295-706) is a sectioned valve sample for training in the operation, construction, and maintenance of industrial piston-type check valves.
  • DAC Mechanical Drives Cutaway
    Item Number:
    205-280
    DAC Worldwide's Planetary Gear Reducer Cutaway (205-280) is a sectioned industrial, mounted planetary gear reducer for use in classroom and laboratory training relating to mechanical drives. This example has been restored, cutaway, and refinished using durable coatings.
  • DAC Worldwide Technical Trainers
    Item Number:
    205-180
    The Planetary Gear Reducer Dissectible is a sturdy unit mounted on a 7-gauge, formed-steel baseplate with provision for bench-top, workstation, or storage rack mounting.
  • DAC Worldwide Training Models
    Item Number:
    284
    DAC Worldwide’s Plate-Type Heat Exchanger Model (284) depicts a highly-detailed scale model of a common plate-type heat exchanger in a technically-accurate, professionally-crafted design. Based on a common make and model of a heat exchanger, the product is a complete to-scale replication of typical plate-type heat exchangers found in industry.
  • Connected Smart Manufacturing
    Item Number:
    PLC HMI
    Rockwell Automation (Allen Bradley) CompactLogix control panel electrical project kit
  • 150W Dual Laser
    Item Number:
    PLS 6.150D
    The PLS6.150D is a free-standing platform with a materials processing envelope of 32" x 18" x 8.5" or 4,896 in³ that supports dual lasers. As a dual laser platform, the PLS6.150 can support up to two 10.6µm CO2 lasers with a power range of 10 watts to 150 watts. Additionally, it can support a single 9.3µm CO2 of 30, 50 or 75 watts. (if a 9.3µm CO2 laser is installed, only one 10.6µm CO2 of up to 75 watts may be installed at the same time.)

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