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Sandra Anderstedt: Leading with Innovation and Inclusion Sandra Anderstedt, Vice President and Head of Marketing and Communications at Sandvik Manufacturing Solutions, is a leader in the industrial sector. With nearly two decades of experience leading global marketing and communications teams, Sandra has been a transformative force. Her leadership principles and innovative approach have driven meaningful change, fostering an inclusive and high-performing work environment. Key Leadership…
International Women’s History Month
Nikki Gonzales: A Trailblazer in Industrial Automation Nikki Gonzales is a seasoned professional in industrial automation and business development, currently driving growth as Director of Business Development at Weintek USA, Inc. Nikki has implemented and supported automation solutions across a wide range of industries, showcasing her versatility and commitment to advancing the field. She has also been involved in the design aspect of engineering, including…
Customer Profile: Trevor Hirschi, Bridgerland Technical College
From machinist to designer to teacher, Trevor Hirschi’s manufacturing career has come full circle. Recently, the instructor from Bridgerland Technical College, Logan, Utah, shared his story. Why did you choose manufacturing? I’ve always been a hands-on guy. In high school, I was into motorcycles and ATVs. When I had a part that was broken and couldn’t get a new one, my high school machine-shop instructor,…
Celebrating Women’s History Month with Mastercam
March is Women's History Month, a time dedicated to honoring the remarkable achievements and contributions of women throughout history. At Mastercam, we are proud to celebrate this month by recognizing the incredible women in our industry and advocating for gender equality in manufacturing and technology. Background on Women's History Month Women's History Month has its roots in International Women's Day, which has been celebrated since…
Mastercam 2026 Public Beta: 4 Features to Explore
The Public Beta program for Mastercam 2026 is now available! Here's a look at how to participate in our Public Beta program and the top new features we are most excited for you to try in Mastercam 2026 Public Beta. How to Access Mastercam 2026 Public Beta If you're a Mastercam CONNECT user, you can log in to your Mastercam account and download the free…
Shaping the Future of Manufacturing: Voices of Impact and Inclusion
Black History Month is a time dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the contributions, achievements, and history of Black individuals and communities. Mastercam is honored to highlight the incredible impact of an individual, who has not only helped shape the manufacturing industry, but continues to be a driving force in the empowerment and education for the next generation of manufacturers. This month, we are honored to…
From Classroom to Career: The Impact of Mastercam’s Education Programs on the Manufacturing Industry
In the evolving world of manufacturing, the role of education is more critical than ever. At Mastercam, we focus on addressing the industry's challenges by equipping the next generation with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed. We were fortunate enough to speak with Clint Smith, Sr. Education Market Specialist at Mastercam, whose role presents the unique opportunity to work closely with educators, students,…
CAM Trends for 2025 – Doing More with Less
By Dave Miller, Manager of Sales Engineering, Mastercam In the manufacturing field today, sticking to “the way we’ve always done it” just won’t cut it anymore. With cutting-edge tools like AI, IoT-enabled equipment, and advanced CAM software reshaping the shop floor, agility and interconnectivity will be key to successfully reimagining traditional processes. If you’re ready to embrace change and outpace the competition, Mastercam is here…
Automate Finishing with Mastercam Deburr
Mastercam Deburr is a fully integrated add-on designed to improve your shop productivity by eliminating the need for hand deburring. This not only improves the quality of your finished parts but also increases the overall efficiency of your shop! Do you frequently use the contour toolpath in Mastercam to Deburr? You may have had to manually trim the contour in the lead in/lead out page…
Year in Review: Top 10 Mastercam Highlights
We’ve curated the top videos, articles, blogs, and features that captivated our customers throughout the year! Dive into the best of Mastercam 2024 and see what everyone has been buzzing about! Here are the Top 10 Highlights you won’t want to miss: 1. WorldSkills The 47th WorldSkills Competition took place in Lyon, France September 10-15, 2024. The prestigious event brings together 1,500 competitors—all under the…
Automation Studio™ Interface for Mastercam Now Available
Mastercam has collaborated with Famic Technologies, a longtime Mastercam Partner. Who is Famic Technologies Inc.? Famic Technologies is a longtime Mastercam Partner. They manufacture world-class trade-oriented software solutions in the fields of fluid power, electrical engineering, industrial automation, robotics, process control, and custom software development. Famic Technologies is thrilled to provide customers with a design solution that generates 3D geometry for hydraulic manifold blocks and…
Customer Profile: Jeremy Fritchy, FK Instrument Co.
With more than 30 years in the industry—and 20 years of Mastercam experience—Jeremy Fritchy knows more than a thing or two about manufacturing. We sat down with him and asked him to share some insights. Why did you choose manufacturing? At first, I didn’t plan on working in manufacturing, but I realized that it would be a good career to fall back on because it…