The boomers are retiring. Students are shying away from manufacturing disciplines. Clearly, the plastics industry is facing a major human resources challenge. As an essential resource to our customers,
DME is offering grants and scholarships to students and our customers for plastics related education
CONTINUING EDUCATION SUPPORT
Eligibility: Applicants must be employed by a current
course must be in the plastics industry.
Deadline: July 15th and December 1st
Learn more and download rules and application.
STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM Deadline: July 30th and December 1st |
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DME is proud to partner with Ferris State University to offer this important educational resource.
This free online version of D-M-E Plastics University consists of eight educational modules:
- Mold Print Reading
- Mold Base Technology
- Mold and Cavity Materials
- Runner and Gate Design
- Mold Finishing and Polishing
- Mold Heating and Cooling
- Mold Action
- Injection Molding
DME University hits the road with regional training seminars.
We’re partnering with industry experts to bring you information and training on the latest technology and trends in the industry.
Check back for listings of our next scheduled seminar.
If you’d like to request a seminar in your area, please email Bob Starr and let him know.
Case Western Reserve University
Ferris State University
Penn State Erie
Pennsylvania College of Technology
Pittsburg State University (Kansas)
Shawnee State University
Southern Mississippi
University of Akron
University of Mass - Amherst
University of Mass - Lowell
Western Washington University
Fantastic Plastics Works
Learnon
National Certification in Plastics
National Institute for Metalworking Skills

