If you are a mechanical engineer, R&D engineer, process development engineer, mechanical design engineer, product development engineer, or similar, you've found your new tribe here at The Wave.

Onshape by PTC is the leading cloud-native CAD, CAM & PDM platform that runs on any device, anywhere, requiring zero IT. Onshape is for product design companies who are fed up with the errors, time waste, and hidden costs of outdated file-based CAD, CAM & PDM.

Only Onshape:

• Eliminates CAD crashes and never loses data
• Enables secure, real-time collaboration
• Tracks all activity and provides infinite restore
• Has built-in PDM with branching and merging

Research Collective is a team of Human Factors Engineers and Scientists dedicated to making medical products useful, usable, desirable, and most importantly, safe. By leveraging our team’s healthcare human factors expertise and extensive training, we help answer the questions clients care about, enabling them to make informed, confident decisions.

Myriad Systems Group provides the tactical know-how to deliver practical test solutions. They specialize in comprehensive test system development—from requirements specification through hardware, software, fixturing, documentation, training, and follow-on support—ensuring high-quality, efficient outcomes.

Training Sessions

Optimizing Test & Characterization Software for Product Development

In product development, test and characterization software plays a critical role in validating performance, ensuring reliability, and streamlining manufacturing processes—yet it often receives less attention than customer-facing or embedded software. Without a well-structured test system, engineers can face inefficiencies, unreliable data, and delays in bringing products to market.

In this session, we’ll explore the fundamentals of test and characterization software architecture, discussing best practices for designing efficient, scalable test systems. You’ll also get a hands-on look at available tools and frameworks that can help accelerate test software development, improving accuracy and repeatability while reducing engineering effort.

Training Modules:

1. The Role of Test & Characterization Software in Product Development

• Why test software is a critical but often overlooked component of product validation
• The impact of well-designed test software on efficiency, accuracy, and manufacturing scalability
• Common challenges in test software development and how to avoid them

2. Software Architectures for Test & Characterization

• Overview of modular, scalable software architectures for testing applications
• How different industries (medical, aerospace, consumer electronics) structure their test systems
• Best practices for data acquisition, automation, and result analysis

3. Tools & Frameworks to Accelerate Test Software Development

• Hands-on review of test automation tools and programming environments
• How to reduce development time with pre-built libraries and modular software frameworks
• Live demonstration of a test software setup in action

4. Interactive Q&A & Real-World Applications

• Live troubleshooting and real-world examples of test software in product validation
• Discussion of open-source vs. proprietary solutions for test software development
• How to integrate test software into broader product development workflows

Who Should Attend?

This session is designed for test engineers, product development teams, and automation specialists who need to develop or optimize test software for validating and characterizing their products. Whether you're working in electronics, medical devices, aerospace, or manufacturing, this training will help you streamline your test process and improve data reliability.

Pipeline helps OEMs who develop hard goods products that are complex or difficult to manufacture by developing advanced manufacturing processes, automated machines, & custom fixtures, complimented with product design and R&D services.

Training Sessions

Practical Engineering Project Management

At PDX 2025, Pipeline Design & Engineering will deliver a no-nonsense, battle-tested training session on engineering project management—not a generic PMP course, but a home-grown system refined over 15 years through hundreds of real-world engineering projects.

Unlike traditional project management methodologies that focus on high-level theory, our approach is practical, hands-on, and immediately applicable. This session is designed for engineers who need real tools and tactics to plan, track, and execute projects efficiently.

What You’ll Learn:

🔹 Engineering Project Estimation & Tracking

• Introduction to Traveler, our proprietary project management tool.
• How to accurately estimate labor and material costs before starting a project.
• Techniques for tracking progress, budget, and schedule adherence in real time.
• How to use key project health metrics to prevent costly overruns.
   

🔹 The Power of 1:1 Communication

• Why one-on-one discussions between project leads and engineers are far more effective than just documenting tasks in an app.
• How to ensure expectations are aligned before critical project phases.
• Strategies for keeping projects on track without endless meetings or micromanagement.
   

🔹 Take Our System Home – Free Traveler Access!

• Every attendee will receive a free copy of our Traveler tool to use in their own projects.
• Walk through real engineering case studies showcasing how this system has helped teams meet deadlines, stay on budget, and eliminate confusion.
• Hands-on exercises to apply these concepts immediately to your own work.
   

Why This Training Stands Out

📌 NOT a PMP course—this is a field-tested system refined over 15 years, not a generic overview of best practices.
📌 Built by engineers, for engineers—we’ve made all the mistakes so you don’t have to.
📌 Immediately actionable—no fluff, just tools, tactics, and workflows that actually work.

🚀 If you’ve ever struggled with project timelines, unexpected costs, or team misalignment, this session will change the way you manage engineering projects—guaranteed.

Onshape by PTC is the leading cloud-native CAD, CAM & PDM platform that runs on any device, anywhere, requiring zero IT. Onshape is for product design companies who are fed up with the errors, time waste, and hidden costs of outdated file-based CAD, CAM & PDM.

Only Onshape:

• Eliminates CAD crashes and never loses data
• Enables secure, real-time collaboration
• Tracks all activity and provides infinite restore
• Has built-in PDM with branching and merging

Training Sessions:

Mastering Advanced Surfacing & Design Automation

This hands-on session is tailored for engineers, designers and product developers looking to refine their advanced surfacing techniques and explore CAD automation through FeatureScript, Onshape's open programming language for creating custom design tools.

In this session, you’ll:

• Work through advanced surface modeling techniques for complex geometries
• Explore FeatureScript-based automation to streamline repetitive design tasks
• Collaborate on live design challenges and improve problem-solving efficiency
• Get insights on custom workflows and feature development

Join Onshape by PTC at PDX 2025 to expand your CAD skillset and problem-solving toolkit. If you'd like to follow along, sign up for Onshape's Discovery Program for a free trial and bring a device. You're also encouraged to bring specific design challenges for discussion.

Remedy Medical Manufacturing is a medical device contract design and manufacturing organization (CDMO). We specialize in helping startups, universities, and companies of all sizes  to translate an idea from bench to product and seamlessly onto commercialization. Our company has a quality system compliant with all FDA regulations and is ISO13485 certified. We offer product development services to get customers through the regulatory maze. Our manufacturing is capable of both small batch and large volume production. For companies that would like to stay small or virtual we also offer warehousing and fulfillment services.

Training Session

Remedy Medical Manufacturing will offer a session on Design Controls and Product Development for the Medical Device Industry. More details to come!

Machining Services Inc. (dba Kwik Turn Machine) has been in business for over 25 years, we have been supporting a wide variety of industries such as medical, military, semiconductor and mining in Phoenix Arizona. Additionally, we are supported by 5 cnc mills, 2 lathes and specialize in a wide variety of other fabrication needs. One of our goals is to provide accelerated turnaround times, Kwikturn Machine offers machining capabilities that are suitable for both production and prototype volumes. Our experienced staff is flexible and our resources can be allocated quickly and appropriately in whatever ways best help you to accomplish your goals. Lastly, we strive to be your partner and meet your high quality requirements.

Training Sessions:

Bridging the Gap: Machining & Plating

This session is designed to provide a deeper understanding of how plating impacts the final dimensions and functionality of a machined part.

As manufacturers, we know that precision is key. However, the transition from machining to plating is often overlooked, leading to unexpected dimensional changes, tolerance issues, and rework. Our goal today is to bridge that gap by enhancing your knowledge of plating processes and how they interact with machined components.

What You’ll Learn:
✅ Fundamentals of Plating – A brief overview of common plating methods, including electroplating, electroless plating, anodizing, and coating processes.
✅ Impact on Dimensions – How plating thickness affects tolerances, and why it’s crucial to account for material buildup during the machining phase.
✅ Best Practices – Strategies to ensure accurate machining adjustments, proper communication between departments, and effi cient quality control to prevent costly errors.

By the end of this session, you will have the knowledge to make informed decisions when designing and machining parts for plating, improving both quality and efficiency in production.

SimuTech Group offers partnership and engineering expertise through Ansys simulation products, support, training, and consulting services. As the largest Ansys Apex Channel Partner in North America, we support and empower engineers all over the globe with our engineering expertise in simulation software and value-added services. With our 40-year relationship with Ansys and combined 900 years of on-staff engineering experience we have been able to help our partners create some of the most revolutionary products and turn their innovative ideas from design to life.SimuTech Group offers partnership and engineering expertise through Ansys simulation products, support, training, and consulting services. As the largest Ansys Apex Channel Partner in North America, we support and empower engineers all over the globe with our engineering expertise in simulation software and value-added services. With our 40-year relationship with Ansys and combined 900 years of on-staff engineering experience we have been able to help our partners create some of the most revolutionary products and turn their innovative ideas from design to life.

Training Sessions

Using Simulation for Rapid Concept Validation

Session Overview:
Early-stage design decisions can significantly impact a product’s performance, cost, and manufacturability. In this hands-on training session, we’ll explore how simulation tools can be leveraged to quickly assess design concepts for structural integrity, thermal performance, and fluid flow dynamics—helping engineers make informed decisions before physical prototyping.

Using Ansys Discovery as a demonstration platform, we’ll showcase how real-time simulation enables engineers to evaluate multiple design iterations in seconds, visualize physics-driven insights, and optimize performance early in the development process.

Training Modules:

1. The Role of Simulation in Early-Stage Design (10 minutes)

• How simulation accelerates product development and reduces costly iterations
• Key physics-driven insights: Structural, thermal, and fluid flow analyses
• When and why to use real-time simulation vs. traditional FEA

2. Hands-On Demonstration: Fast Iterative Simulation (20 minutes)

• Setting up a quick concept simulation in a few clicks
• Live physics simulations – how GPU-based solvers enable real-time analysis
• Exploring design variations and making informed decisions instantly

3. Interactive Hands-On Session with Experts (15 minutes)

• Try it yourself: Experiment with live simulations under expert guidance
• Open Q&A on applying simulation in real-world engineering workflows
• Best practices for integrating simulation into daily design processes

Who Should Attend?

This session is ideal for design engineers, mechanical engineers, and product developers who want to integrate fast, physics-based simulations into their workflow. Whether you’re new to simulation or looking to speed up concept evaluation, this session will provide practical insights you can apply immediately.

Zaber Technologies Inc. provides high precision, reliable positioning equipment to automate manufacturing, inspection, or quality processes. Zaber systems are completely modular so you can easily build cartesian systems, like gantries, multi-axis rotary, like gimbals. Position tooling, sensors, or anything you need, up to 500 kg.

Training Sessions

Mastering Motion: A Practical Guide to Evaluating and Specifying Precision Motion Control

Unlock the full potential of your automation projects with this session from Zaber Technologies. We're dedicated to simplifying motion control, and in this session, we'll guide you through the critical steps of evaluating motion technologies to identify the perfect fit for your needs. Learn how to effectively consider and select the right controls for your specific applications, and master the techniques for characterizing and measuring accuracy and precision. Discover the significant benefits of integrated solutions, streamlining your workflow and boosting efficiency. Join us to elevate your automation expertise and lower the barriers to seamless motion control.

Flodraulic Group is a technical distribution company with years of experience in a variety of industries and key partnerships with best-in-class suppliers, which means success for your project. Maytec is one of our key suppliers for extrusion and automation solutions. 

Training Sessions

Accelerating Machine Frame Design with Modular Extrusions

Session Overview:
Designing and assembling machine frames doesn’t have to be slow and complicated. In this hands-on training session, we’ll show you how to rapidly design, modify, and physically build a machine frame in real-time using modular extrusions—eliminating the delays of traditional fabrication methods.

With Maytec extrusion software, you’ll learn how to configure structural frames in minutes, instantly generate build-ready designs, and then assemble a full-scale frame on-site. This is your chance to go beyond CAD simulations and physically construct a frame yourself, gaining practical experience you can’t get from online tutorials.

Training Modules:

1. Fast-Tracking Structural Frame Design (10 minutes)

• Why modular extrusions dramatically reduce design and build time
• How to eliminate manual calculations and complex fabrication steps
• Best practices for designing sturdy, adaptable frames for automation and machinery

2. Hands-On: Designing a Frame in Minutes (15 minutes)

• Live demonstration of how to configure a frame using Maytec extrusion software
• How to quickly adjust layouts, add connections, and optimize for strength
• Real-time modifications—see how design changes are instantly reflected

3. Physical Build: From CAD to Reality (20 minutes)

• Take your design from screen to assembly—hands-on frame building experience
• Learn best practices for fast, secure assembly with extrusions and connectors
• Test the completed structure for stability and adaptability in real-world applications

4. Bonus Demo: Automation Integration (10 minutes)

• Live demonstration of a Maytec Cobot for pick-and-place and inspection applications
• How to incorporate automation and robotics into your modular frame designs

Who Should Attend?

This session is perfect for mechanical engineers, automation specialists, and manufacturing professionals who want to dramatically reduce frame design and assembly time. If you’ve ever struggled with slow fabrication cycles or wished for a more flexible way to build machine bases, workstations, or automation enclosures, this hands-on experience will give you the skills and confidence to design and assemble faster.

Impac Systems Engineering (ISE) is a Texas based professional engineering services firm with a 35+ year history servicing customers worldwide with engineering complexities.  We offer both plastic & metal additive manufacturing (AM) equipment.  We are resellers of the top AM brands like HP, Caracol, Axtra 3D ,One Click Metal, BigRep and more.  Aside from AM equipment we provide unparalleled training in DfAM and GD&T for onsite in-person or virtual training.

Training Sessions:

Benefits of Design for Additive Manufacturing

Design for additive manufacturing (DfAM) is a collection of rules and best practices that designers and engineers must follow to achieve high levels of success in printed part designs.  Impac Systems Engineering (ISE) offers customized DfAM training focusing on the key benefits vs traditional manufacturing.  Our DfAM class will take you thru the benefits of creating Complex shapes, that are far more intricate than allowed in traditional manufacturing, plus weight reduction techniques.  Overall, a good understanding of how DfAM can save time and money compared to other manufacturing methods is the goal of our DfAM techniques taught by ISE.

InterLink Engineering has served the Phoenix area for over 20 years, specializing in design and analysis toward various manufacturing methods. While we’re showcasing our 3D Scanning and Reverse Engineering expertise at PDX this year, we love supporting our clients through all aspects of making an idea a reality.

Training Sessions

Hands-On Workshop: Reverse Engineering (3D Scanning) + Designing for Additive Manufacturing

Presented by Interlink Engineering

Session Overview:
Reverse engineering and part replication no longer require tedious manual measurements. With 3D scanning, engineers can quickly capture complex geometries and convert them into editable CAD models. In this interactive, hands-on workshop, you’ll get firsthand experience using a 3D scanner, learning how to digitally capture real-world objects and transform them into precise, functional computer models. Then learn which design tweaks improve success with additive manufacturing.

We’ll cover best practices for scanning, CAD reconstruction, when 3D scanning is the ideal tool over traditional measurement methods, and key considerations when designing for 3D printing. This helps you work faster and more efficiently throughout your design and manufacturing workflows.

Workshop Topics:

1. When & Why to Use 3D Scanning for Reverse Engineering (5 minutes)

• The challenges of traditional measurement techniques and their limitations
• How 3D scanning accelerates design iteration, part replication, and legacy part updates
• When to use scanning vs. calipers

2. Hands-On: Capturing a 3D Object in Real-Time (20 minutes)

• Live scanning demonstration using a 3D scanner
• How to set up objects for consistent, high-quality 3D scans
• Best practices for capturing high-quality scan data and minimizing errors

3. Turning Scan Data into a CAD Model (10 minutes)

• How to turn point cloud data into usable CAD models for engineering applications
• Key workflows in SolidWorks and other CAD software for reverse engineering
• Reconstructing functional models while maintaining the original object’s form and function

4. Designing for Additive Manufacturing (15 minutes)

• Overview of common 3D printing technologies (FDM, SLA, SLS, etc.)
• Understanding 3D printing constraints and design guidelines
• Optimize designs to leverage the capabilities of additive manufacturing

5. Interactive Q&A & Additional Techniques (10 minutes)

• Live troubleshooting of common scanning and modeling issues
• Understanding accuracy, file formats, and integrating scan data into broader designs
• Discuss 3D printing post-processing steps and quality considerations

Who Should Attend?

This session is perfect for mechanical engineers, product designers, and manufacturing professionals who want to speed up reverse engineering, integrate 3D scanning into their workflows, and improve designs for superior additive manufacturing. Whether you're working on legacy part redesigns, quality control, or rapid prototyping, this hands-on experience will give you practical skills to apply immediately.

Hands-On Workshop: Mastering CAD for DFM: CNC Machining and Injection Molding

Presented by Interlink Engineering

Session Overview:
CAD software makes an engineer’s job far more efficient. It streamlines and simplifies the process of building complex parts and assemblies, but as designs grow more complex, so do the models. This 1-hour workshop teaches best practices for designing with CNC machining and injection molding while also deepening your understanding of complex CAD strategies, including multi-part modeling.

Workshop Topics:

1. Manufacturing by Design (5 minutes)

• Identifying strengths of each manufacturing method for different applications
• Designing with tolerancing in mind

2. Designing for CNC Machining (20 minutes)

• CNC milling best uses in manufacturing
• Best practices for creating machinable CAD models
• Designing components for modular manufacturing and easy revisions

3. Designing for Injection Molding (25 minutes)

• Key considerations for manufacturing with molding
• Designing and modeling critical features for injection molding
• Ensure your designs meet the key requirements for successful molding

4. Interactive Q&A — Additional Techniques (10 minutes)

• Live troubleshooting of common master modeling issues
• Communicating through manufacturing drawings
• Minimizing post-processing requirements

Who Should Attend?

Manufacturing professionals, mechanical engineers, and product designers ready to level up their modeling strategies or develop their capabilities when considering additional methods of manufacturing will find this session incredibly valuable. If you’re looking to streamline the ‘design to manufacturing’ process, consider more efficient manufacturing methods, or just looking to be the best modeler at your company, you’ll walk away more confident in your tools and ready to tackle even your most complex design challenges.

Machine builders, integrators, and OEMs, welcome to linear motion simplified. At Iris Dynamics, our line of fully integrated, smart linear motors saves you time, money, and hassle. ORCA motors stand out for their fully integrated design, which features a single moving part and incorporates all necessary components—sensors, encoders, drivers, and controllers—into a single compact unit. This integration significantly reduces the system's footprint, eliminating the need for external hardware and simplifying installation and integration processes.

ORCA motors are characterized by their low latency and high-speed capabilities, making them ideal for applications requiring rapid and precise control. The ease of installation, combined with their compact and integrated nature, makes them particularly well-suited for robotics, compliant mechanisms, and as replacements for pneumatic systems where enhanced data capture, repeatability, and improved line speed are crucial. Designed with force control at their core, our motors provide a critical safety feature in applications involving direct human interaction. They are capable of sensing the force they exert, allowing for immediate adjustment based on feedback, which is essential for applications requiring delicate handling or interaction with users. The inherent force control, combined with full backdrivability, allows for precise control over motion and force, enabling applications that were previously challenging or impossible with traditional motors.

Iris Dynamics' motors are a leap forward in linear motion technology, offering an efficient, precise, and integrated solution for a wide range of industrial and interactive applications. Our focus on reducing complexity, speeding up integration, and providing unmatched performance makes our products a strategic choice for advancing in fields such as industrial automation/manufacturing, testing & measurement, aerospace, mining, and beyond.

Training Sessions:

Hands-On Training: Harnessing the Power of Linear Motors for Precision Motion Control

Session Overview:
Linear motors offer unparalleled precision, efficiency, and responsiveness in motion control applications, eliminating the need for mechanical transmission components like lead screws and belts. In this hands-on session, we’ll explore the fundamentals of linear motor technology, its advantages over traditional actuators, and key considerations for integration into engineering applications.

Using ORCA™ motors as a demonstration platform, we’ll guide participants through essential setup, control strategies, and real-world applications of linear motors. This session is ideal for engineers looking to better understand how linear motors work, where they excel, and how to effectively implement them in their designs.

Training Modules:

1. Smart Linear Motor Fundamentals & Practical Applications (10 minutes)

• How linear motors differ from traditional actuators (ball screws, pneumatic cylinders, etc.)
• Welcoming the new world of smart, fully-integrated, linear motors
• Key benefits: high precision, low maintenance/high lifetime, inherently force controlled, smooth & silent, backdrivable, with rapid responses 
• Real-world use cases: robotics, automation, haptics, and more

2. Hands-On Setup & Control Strategies (20-30 minutes)

• Quick-start setup: Setting up a linear motor in under 10 minutes
• Understanding position vs. force control modes:
  • Position/Kinematic Mode – Achieving high-accuracy motion control
  • Force/Haptic Mode – Sensing position while controlling force
• Exploring high-speed, high-fidelity control with 3kHz loop rates
• Live Demonstrations: Interacting with different control methods and seeing how they impact real-time performance

3. Expanding Capabilities with External I/O & Smart Hubs (10 minutes)

• Integrating linear motors into broader systems
• Using analog and digital I/O for simplified control and automation
• Overview of IrisControls software as a tool for motion programming

Who Should Attend?

This session is designed for mechanical, automation, and robotics engineers who want to deepen their knowledge of linear motors and their practical applications. Whether you're considering linear motors for a new project or looking to optimize an existing system, this training will equip you with the expertise to leverage high-performance motion control effectively.

Myriad Systems Group provides the tactical know-how to deliver practical test solutions. They specialize in comprehensive test system development—from requirements specification through hardware, software, fixturing, documentation, training, and follow-on support—ensuring high-quality, efficient outcomes.

Training Sessions

Optimizing Test & Characterization Software for Product Development

In product development, test and characterization software plays a critical role in validating performance, ensuring reliability, and streamlining manufacturing processes—yet it often receives less attention than customer-facing or embedded software. Without a well-structured test system, engineers can face inefficiencies, unreliable data, and delays in bringing products to market.

In this session, we’ll explore the fundamentals of test and characterization software architecture, discussing best practices for designing efficient, scalable test systems. You’ll also get a hands-on look at available tools and frameworks that can help accelerate test software development, improving accuracy and repeatability while reducing engineering effort.

Training Modules:

1. The Role of Test & Characterization Software in Product Development

• Why test software is a critical but often overlooked component of product validation
• The impact of well-designed test software on efficiency, accuracy, and manufacturing scalability
• Common challenges in test software development and how to avoid them

2. Software Architectures for Test & Characterization

• Overview of modular, scalable software architectures for testing applications
• How different industries (medical, aerospace, consumer electronics) structure their test systems
• Best practices for data acquisition, automation, and result analysis

3. Tools & Frameworks to Accelerate Test Software Development

• Hands-on review of test automation tools and programming environments
• How to reduce development time with pre-built libraries and modular software frameworks
• Live demonstration of a test software setup in action

4. Interactive Q&A & Real-World Applications

• Live troubleshooting and real-world examples of test software in product validation
• Discussion of open-source vs. proprietary solutions for test software development
• How to integrate test software into broader product development workflows

Who Should Attend?

This session is designed for test engineers, product development teams, and automation specialists who need to develop or optimize test software for validating and characterizing their products. Whether you're working in electronics, medical devices, aerospace, or manufacturing, this training will help you streamline your test process and improve data reliability.

In-Position Technologies is dedicated to boosting the productivity of American manufacturers through robotics and motion control. As a trusted automation distributor and integration partner, we provide not only cutting-edge products but also expert engineering and consultation to ensure seamless automation. Each solution is tailored to our customers’ unique needs—helping them streamline workflows, improve efficiency, and stay competitive.

Training Sessions

Universal Robots Programming Training: Unlock the Power of Collaborative Automation

Join In-Position Technologies for a hands-on Universal Robots (UR) programming training session designed to equip attendees with the foundational skills needed to deploy collaborative robots (cobots) in real-world applications. Whether you're exploring automation for the first time or looking to upskill your team, this interactive session provides an ideal introduction to UR’s intuitive programming environment.

What You'll Learn:

• Navigate the UR user interface
• Program basic pick-and-place applications
• Set waypoints and use UR’s built-in safety features
• Optimize robot performance for various tasks

Led by experienced automation experts, this session emphasizes real-time interaction with the robot and practical application know-how. No prior robotics experience is required—just bring your curiosity and a desire to work smarter.

Marco supplies valves, jets, fluid systems and automated machinery for a variety of industrial dispensing applications. Based in Bavaria Germany since 1982, marco has application and service centers in more than 30 countries serving diverse markets including automotive, electronics and semiconductor assembly, medical device manufacturing, battery, and solar panel manufacturing.

Training Sessions

Mastering Precision Dispensing: Setup & Optimization for Jet Valve Systems

Achieving consistent, high-precision fluid dispensing is critical for applications in electronics, medical devices, and manufacturing. In this hands-on training session, you’ll learn how to set up, fine-tune, and optimize jet dispensing valve systems for maximum accuracy and repeatability.

Using Marco’s SJet dispensing valve as a demonstration platform, we’ll walk through key setup procedures, critical process parameters, and troubleshooting techniques to ensure precise, contact-free fluid application. Whether you’re working with adhesives, coatings, or other fluids, this session will provide practical insights into achieving a stable and repeatable dispensing process.

Training Modules:

1. Fundamentals of Jet Dispensing Technology (10 minutes)

1. How jet valves enable high-speed, contactless dispensing
2. Comparing jet valve systems to traditional needle dispensing methods
3. Key considerations: Viscosity, material compatibility, and process stability

2. Hands-On: Setting Up & Fine-Tuning a Dispensing Valve (20 minutes)

1. Step-by-step setup of a Marco SJet dispensing valve
2. Adjusting key process parameters: pressure, pulse duration, and valve timing
3. Ensuring repeatable dispensing volume and pattern accuracy

3. Process Optimization & Troubleshooting Techniques (20 minutes)

1. Fine-tuning for different fluids and application requirements
2. Common issues and how to quickly diagnose and correct dispensing defects
3. Best practices for maintenance and long-term system reliability

4. Interactive Q&A & Live Demonstration (10 minutes)

1. Live troubleshooting of real-world dispensing challenges
2. Discussing application-specific requirements for electronics, medical, and industrial uses
3. Hands-on testing and evaluation of dispensed patterns and process adjustments

Who Should Attend?

This session is ideal for manufacturing engineers, process specialists, and R&D teams who need precise, repeatable dispensing in high-performance applications. Whether you’re working with micro-dispensing, conformal coatings, or industrial adhesives, this training will help you optimize your process for accuracy, efficiency, and long-term reliability.

Spanner is a product design and development firm specializing in engineering and manufacturing solutions for consumer tech, medical, industrial, and robotics sectors. They collaborate with top brands like Amazon, Fitbit, and Intel to bring innovative products to market.

Training Sessions

Engineering for Success: Making Product-Market Fit an Actionable Design Goal

Session Overview:
Great design and engineering are only part of what makes a product successful. Achieving product-market fit—ensuring that a product truly meets user needs and expectations—requires integrating market, business, and usability considerations into the development process. But how can engineers quantify what often seems like a subjective or arbitrary target?

In this session, we’ll break down key factors beyond technical execution that drive product success, and demonstrate how to turn product-market fit into an actionable engineering objective. Using real-world tools and frameworks developed at Spanner, we’ll show you how to systematically assess user needs, prioritize design trade-offs, and make data-driven decisions that improve the likelihood of market success.

Training Modules:

1. Why Product-Market Fit is an Engineering Challenge

• Why great engineering doesn’t always guarantee a successful product
• Breaking down the non-technical factors that drive adoption and user satisfaction
• The role of early-stage validation and iterative feedback loops in design

2. Turning Market & User Needs into Engineering Constraints

• How to quantify customer feedback and translate it into design priorities
• Identifying and balancing trade-offs between performance, usability, and cost
• Real-world case studies: How product-market alignment shaped design decisions

3. Tools & Frameworks for Measuring Product Success

• Hands-on examples of quantitative assessment tools developed at Spanner
• How to measure intuitive usability, perceived value, and feature desirability
• Making product-market fit a trackable metric rather than an abstract goal

4. Interactive Q&A & Application to Your Projects

• How to apply these principles to your own product development process
• Discussing common pitfalls and how to avoid late-stage design failures
• Open Q&A on engineering for business and market success

Who Should Attend?

This session is designed for product engineers, industrial designers, and R&D teams looking to bridge the gap between engineering and market success. Whether you're developing consumer products, medical devices, or industrial equipment, this training will help you incorporate market-driven insights into your design process without compromising technical integrity.

MLC CAD Systems is a leading provider of design and manufacturing solutions. They specialize in offering 3D design, subtractive, and additive solutions from industry leaders such as SOLIDWORKS, Mastercam, Markforged, and Formlabs. Their services encompass CAD, CAM, and 3D printing, catering to a diverse range of engineering and manufacturing needs. With over 40 years of experience, MLC CAD Systems is committed to delivering unbeatable service backed by decades of industry expertise.

Training Sessions

CAD Data Management and Engineering Change Processes

Let’s take your PDM environment to the next level!

Learn how to get more out of your SOLIDWORKS PDM environment through more automation and the ability to formalize more processes than just CAD.

This seminar will walk you through the ins-and-outs of several advanced features as we create a formal Engineering Change Processes inside of SOLIDWORKS PDM.
 

• Create PDM Templates to create documents, forms, and folder structures
• Variable Mapping with Microsoft Documents to automatically populate ECO forms
• Tips to setup your Engineering Change workflow
• Learn how referenced files in different workflows can go through their approval processes at the same time
• Discover Dispatch to help automate boring tasks

FEA Simulation Solutions: Tools for the Novice and Expert Analyst

Learn how to perform structural analysis tasks with confidence with SOLIDWORKS Simulation Solutions.

We will start with standard linear static analyses inside of SOLIDWORKS Simulation and grow to explore more complex nonlinear and impact analyses powered by Simulia and the Abaqus solver

This seminar covers the following: 

• Learn the basics of FEA setup, meshing, and a typical simulation workflow
• Learn how the various options compare in terms of functionality and how to choose which simulation product is right for you.
• Discuss how a structural analysis can be promoted to more powerful tools without losing connection to the underlying models 
• Discover how leveraging cloud resources enables you to run larger models faster, enhancing efficiency, and reducing simulation times
• Dive into the benefits of body fitted meshing, ensuring high accuracy and good results in your simulations

igus® is a global leader in the development of motion plastics—high-performance polymer solutions engineered to improve motion reliability while eliminating the need for external lubrication. Offering a wide range of self-lubricating bearings, energy chains, and flexible cables, igus provides cost-effective, maintenance-free alternatives to traditional metal components. These solutions are extensively tested at the industry's largest motion plastics testing laboratory to ensure superior durability and performance. Serving industries such as automation, robotics, medical devices, aerospace, and automotive, igus helps manufacturers reduce downtime, increase efficiency, and lower overall costs. Headquartered in Cologne, Germany, with its North American headquarters in East Providence, Rhode Island, igus operates globally, providing customized solutions, digital tools, and fast delivery to meet the evolving needs of customers worldwide. The company is committed to sustainable innovation, continuously advancing engineered plastics to create long-lasting, eco-friendly solutions for motion applications.

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R. Dean Odell is a premier provider of technical training and consulting, specializing in geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) and advanced CMM (coordinate measuring machine) training. Renowned for delivering clear, hands-on instruction that bridges complex theory with practical application, R. Dean Odell empowers product development engineers to achieve unparalleled precision in design and manufacturing. The company’s comprehensive programs cover GD&T best practices, troubleshooting strategies, and detailed guidance on leveraging CMM technology for accurate measurement and quality control.

Dean Odell’s expertise is widely recognized, as evidenced by the thriving YouTube community around his channel, @RDeanOdell, where engineers consistently turn to his engaging content for practical insights and advanced techniques. This strong online presence further underscores the effectiveness and impact of his training solutions, making R. Dean Odell the trusted partner for engineering teams striving for excellence in today’s competitive market.

Training Sessions

Mastering GD&T: Precision Techniques for Modern Engineers

Join R. Dean Odell—a seasoned expert in geometric dimensioning and tolerancing—for an in-depth, hands-on training session at PDX 2025. In this interactive workshop, you'll learn advanced GD&T principles and real-world applications that bridge design theory and manufacturing practice. Dean will guide you through best practices, share insider tips on applying GD&T to solve complex engineering challenges, and provide practical examples that you can immediately implement on the job. Whether you're looking to refine your precision skills or enhance your problem-solving toolkit, this session offers the practical, high-impact learning that modern product development engineers need to accelerate their careers.

TriMech Group is a collection of established brands operating in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom and Ireland, and Europe's Nordic regions. Its global team includes hundreds of engineers who excel in areas including design automation, collaboration, simulation, analysis, process and workflow optimization, product lifecycle management, manufacturing, and production floor solutions.

As a leading technology and business solutions partner for designers, engineers, and manufacturers, TriMech Group works with top software and hardware partners: DriveWorks, SOLIDWORKS, Stratasys, One Click Metal, Artec, and Zeiss. Its experts provide design and engineering software, advanced manufacturing solutions, and associated training, consulting, implementation, and staffing services for clients across a variety of industries.

Training Session

Brian Metzger, an Application Engineer at TriMech since 2013, specializes in 3D scanning hardware and software. He has assisted hundreds of clients in selecting the right 3D scanning tools based on their applications, providing training and technical support to ensure their success.

At PDX, Brian will speak about how to determine if 3D scanning is right for your project and needs, and how to select the best scanning tools. He will perform live demonstrations of scanning parts and how to post-process the data in a useful format. Adventurous attendees will have the chance to get hands-on experience with the technology.

Most importantly, Brian will cover how to integrate 3D scanning tools into existing design workflows to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance product development—setting you up for success.