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Beth Colbert

When Manufacturing Forces Collide

When Manufacturing Forces Collide

In physics, a collision is defined as an encounter between particles resulting in exchange or transformation of energy. Within the MEP National Network TM, we
Family Friendly Factory Tours

Family Friendly Factory Tours

It’s spring break for my 6-year-old grandson Bruce, and I’m spending the week with him in Oakland, California. What to do? We make a couple of trips to the park

The Power Suit: Not Just for Work

Did you know the integration of nanomaterials, manufacturing and garment fabrics is on the cusp of creating a whole new wearable “power suit” that can help
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