Explore our collection and discover the tools you need to succeed in the dynamic world of manufacturing.
Resources
Future in Manufacturing Insert
Coming Soon!
- Teacher Guide
- Adopt-a-School Guide
- Robotics Coaching Guide
- Employability Skills
Videos
Associations & Organizations
- American Foundry Society – Twins Cities Chapter:
- Arrowhead Manufacturers and Fabricators Association:
- Central Minnesota Manufacturing Association:
- Highway 2 West Manufacturer’s Association:
- Lakes Area Manufacturers Alliance:
- Midwest Manufacturers’ Association:
- Minnesota Precision Manufacturing Association:
- National Coalition of Advanced Technology Centers:
- Northwest Minnesota Manufacturers Association
- Red Wing Area Manufacturers Association:
- Red River Manufacturers and Engineers Association:
- Tri-State Manufacturers’ Association:
Reports
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Minnesota State Advanced Manufacturing Center of Excellence 2020 Environmental Scan: Minnesota Manufacturing Needs and Resources
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Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development
Employment Outlook Projections -
Enterprise Minnesota
Resources and Research -
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Industries at a Glance -
The Manufacturing Institute
Reports
Videos
Statewide Tour Resources
Guides
Download this helpful guide outlining best practices and tips for maximizing the success and participation in the Statewide Tour! We have added all of our documents into one comprehensive guide.
Videos
Check out our manufacturing focused videos - feel free to use them before, during, and after your tour/event. You may also link to them via your company webpage.
Templates
Check out all of these free template options! Use the School Invite Letter for sending out letters to schools, inviting them to tour your company. Use the Press Release template to announce a tour at your manufacturing facility. Use any of the Radio Ads to promote your tours across the airwaves. Use the Social Media templates across multiple platforms!
Letters
Announcements
Press Releases
Digital Ads
Social Media (Coming Soon!)
Safety Glasses
Order Safety Glasses to support your Tour! If you are in need of Safety Glasses for event attendees, you may request these via the link below. Simply fill out the form, and we will get these shipped to you right away. Limit 1 request per organization.
Tour Toolkit
Coming Soon!
A Comprehensive Tour Toolkit available for purchase to support your tour/event!
Transportation Funding
The Center and its partners can help fund buses to get your students to a manufacturing tour. Funding is subject to availability and is broken down by region.
Sponsorship Information
We need your Support! There are great benefits associated with each sponsorship level.
Contact
Looking for an additional resource or way to collaborate with the Center? Reach out to Jeremy Leffelman, executive director, at Jeremy.leffelman@minnstate.edu to get started!