Latest news from MAMC

JULY 2026

--CAREER SKILLS SUCCESS--

Student finds niche in SMART program, lands internship at Niterra

---When Madeleine Turley began college, she envisioned a future as an engineer. While life took her in a different direction, today she’s back on the path she always wanted – building, troubleshooting and solving problems as a Systems Maintenance, Automation & Robotics Technology (SMART) student at the Marshall Advanced Manufacturing Center (MAMC).

---The South Charleston native will graduate in December with an associate degree in applied science through MAMC’s partnership with Mountwest Community and Technical College. Along the way, she’s earned Dean’s List honors, secured a maintenance technician internship with Niterra and hopes to become the company’s first female maintenance technician.

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-NEW TECHNOLOGY--

Form 4L adds greater size, speed, selection to stable of 3D printers

---Marshall Advanced Manufacturing Center (MAMC) has acquired new additive manufacturing technology that overcomes four common hurdles associated with many 3D printers: a small build volume, slow production speeds, rough surface finishes and limited materials.

---MAMC's new Formlabs Form 4L 3D printer offers an all-in-one solution to these issues. The introduction of the Form 4L elevates MAMC's stereolithography capabilities, offering superior speed, an expanded build envelope and production-grade reliability.

---"The Form 4L gives manufacturers and entrepreneurs the ability to move from concept to prototype faster while producing larger, more complex parts in a single print,” said MAMC Director of Innovation & Entrepreneurship Deacon Stone.
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-IMARSHALL UNIVERSITY SKILLS EXCHANGE--

August courses focus on industrial automation, workplace safety

---Marshall Advanced Manufacturing Center (MAMC) is offering two manufacturing courses in August to introduce participants to industrial automation programming and essential workplace safety practices.

---The Control Ladder Logic course will take place Aug. 3 from 9 a.m. to noon. This introductory course bridges the gap between physical control hardware and digital automation programming.

---To help build the knowledge and awareness needed to recognize hazards in the workplace, MAMC is offering a Safety in Manufacturing course Aug. 4 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

---Both courses will take place at MAMC Huntington (1050 4th Ave.)The cost is $35 per course. Learn more and register at www.mfg.marshall.edu/augclasses.

-NEW FACES--

MAMC welcomes two administrative professionals to support growth

---Marshall Advanced Manufacturing Center (MAMC) has expanded its team with the addition of two experienced higher-education professionals who bring extensive backgrounds in administration, finance and project support.

---Renee Denney of Proctorville, Ohio, joined MAMC this month as accounting specialist. Based in Huntington, she supports the organization's day-to-day financial and administrative operations by processing accounts payable and receivable, coordinating travel and providing staff support.

---A Kentucky native, Denney graduated from Boyd County High School before launching a 17-year career at Marshall University.

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- MAKER MEETUP--

Learn to 3D print your own lightbox during Aug. 6 creativity clatch

---Bring your creativity and join us as Marshall Advanced Manufacturing Center (MAMC) launches its weekly Maker Meetup Aug. 6. Network with other makers. Share ideas. Learn something new. Turn creative energy into synergy.

---Our inaugural gathering will feature a 3D-printing exercise in which participants will get to 3D print – and keep – their very own America’s 250th anniversary-themed lightbox.

---The Thursday, Aug. 6, meetup will run from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at MAMC Huntington (1050 4th Ave.). The cost is $25, which includes a one-month membership to our community makerspace. Register at www.mfg.marshall.edu/lightbox.

---For more information, contact Tyler Brandstetter at tyler.brandstetter@mfg.marshall.edu or 304-781-1624.

--STUDENT SPOTLIGHT--

Interns gain real-world experience working with MAMC professionals

---University students – even future Marshall students – are discovering firsthand how immersive internships at Marshall Advanced Manufacturing Center (MAMC) open doors to new skills, new career paths and new professional connections.

---This summer, five interns from diverse backgrounds stepped into MAMC’s innovation-driven environment, where they are learning side-by-side with engineers, machinists, designers and communications professionals. Each intern brings a unique perspective and is gaining practical experience that will shape his/her future.

Luke Meadows: Mechanical Engineering Intern

---For Luke Meadows of Ona, the internship marks the beginning of his engineering journey.
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“MAMC connects students with knowledgeable staff and industry partners to solve
real-world challenges. Interns are not bystanders. They’re directly involved in each
step of the process, from concept and design to prototyping and production.”
Deacon Stone, MAMC Director of Innovation & Entrepreneurship

--SUCCESS STORIES--

Manufacturers, MAMC would like to publicize your achievements

---We want to amplify exciting things happening with manufacturing in West Virginia and the Tri-State region. Share your good news with us, whatever it is. This could include:

- Adding a work shift

- Expanding facilities

- Purchasing technology

- Achieving a certification (such as ISO)

- Securing a new contract

- Introducing a new product line

- Reaching new markets

---Email a brief summary (who, what, when, where, why and how – if applicable) to MAMC's Mike Friel at mike.friel@mfg.marshall.edu.-Let the world know great things are happening in the regional manufacturing sector.

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Exciting Makes Fest news!

Artisans from one of the region's oldest, most creative and best-known makers will demonstrate their craft during the Oct. 2 West Virginia Makes Festival on the Huntington campus of Marshall University. Watch this short video to learn who it is!

Salary range: $60,000-$70,000

Join the MAMC team!

Be part of the dynamic team of individuals supporting manufacturers and entrepreneurs across the region.

Our new Quality Management Systems Specialist will assist manufacturers in implementing quality management systems and improving processes.

Details and application link at www.mfg.marshall.edu/jobs.

UPCOMING PARTNER EVENTS & TRAINING

Aug. 4: Matchmaking Prep Session 1: Build Your Capability Statement to Open Doors

11 a.m. to noon, online and at 1000 Galliher Dr., Fairmont

Representatives from the U.S. Small Business Administration will discuss and dispel the myths of capability statements; review the components of what should be included in the document; and examine a sample document to see what works and what doesn't. More information

Aug. 11: MAMC Career Skills Open House

10 a.m. to 6 p.m., MAMC Huntington, 1050 4th Ave.

The public is invited to stop by throughout the day to learn about MAMC’s career skills programs in machining, welding and enhanced industrial maintenance (SMART). Tour our facilities, meet our instructors. More information

Aug. 11: Matchmaking Prep Session 2: Know Your Market, Win the Contract

11 a.m. to noon, online and at 1000 Galliher Dr., Fairmont

Join representatives of the U.S. Small Business Administration as they explain the Federal Procurement Data System, a historical record of all federal contracts, to show how it can be used to pinpoint who your potential customers may be – both federal agencies and prime contractors. More information

Aug. 12: Maximizing Strategic Partnerships and Relationships

10 a.m. to 11 a.m., online

Federal contracts can be complex, and businesses often need to work together to meet all the requirements. In this training session, representatives of the U.S. Small Business Administration will share strategies businesses can use to make working together easier. Representatives will examine subcontracting strategies; joint ventures; mentor/protege programs; and channel sales as ways for small businesses to find success in the federal market. More information

Aug. 13: HUBZone Program Overview

10 a.m. to 11 a.m., online

The HUBZone certification program was created to provide incentives for small businesses located in economically disadvantaged areas to receive federal contract award opportunities. This session will discuss the different types of HUBZone qualified areas; the eligibility criteria for the certification; how the contracting benefits work; and the application process. More information

Aug. 18: Matchmaking Prep Session 3: Pitch Like a Pro – From Nervous to Notable

11 a.m. to noon, online and at 1000 Galliher Dr., Fairmont

In this session, learn what you should and should not include in your elevator pitch as you communicate with buyers during a matchmaking event. You'll only have 10 minutes to speak, and, more importantly, to listen. Representatives from the U.S. Small Business Administration will review strategies to maximize your time in these meetings. More information

Aug. 19: State of the Valley

11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Valley Park Conference Center, 1 Valley Park Drive, Hurricane

The State of the Valley offers a comprehensive look at the challenges and opportunities shaping the region’s economic and community landscape. This event serves as a platform for dialogue on regional priorities, economic development strategies and cross-county collaboration, aiming to foster a more connected and prosperous future for all communities in the Valley. More information

Aug. 24: First Day of Classes for MAMC Students

8 a.m., Huntington, Point Pleasant & South Charleston

Fall term begins for students enrolled in Marshall Advanced Manufacturing Center’s machining, welding and SMART carer skills programs, offered in partnership with Mountwest Community and Technical College and BridgeValley Community and Technical College. For information

Aug. 25: Matchmaker Prep Session 4: Maximize Business Development Opportunities and Recap

11 a.m. to noon, online and at 1000 Galliher Dr., Fairmont

The final session in the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Mid-Atlantic Matchmaker Prep series will review what was discussed in earlier sessions and outline what small businesses need to do after the matchmaking event to continue pursuing opportunities in the federal market. More information

Submit details about your events and training to MAMC's Mike Friel at mike.friel@mfg.marshall.edu.

Exciting Makes Fest news!

Salary range: $60,000-$70,000﻿﻿

Salary range: $60,000-$70,000