Empowering Education Through 3D Printing

UltiMaker is a global leader in professional desktop 3D printing, renowned for delivering accessible, reliable, and high-performance additive manufacturing solutions. In the world of education and technical training, UltiMaker's printers are empowering instructors and students alike by turning ideas into tangible models—bridging the gap between theory and practice. From middle school makerspaces to advanced engineering labs, UltiMaker’s user-friendly ecosystem provides educators with the tools they need to build 21st-century skills through hands-on, project-based learning.

Built for the classroom, UltiMaker’s printers—such as the S3 and S5—offer seamless workflows, intuitive software integration, and a broad material compatibility, making them ideal for cross-curricular applications in STEM, CTE, and design programs. Educators can unlock student creativity while teaching real-world problem-solving, prototyping, and design thinking—critical skills that prepare learners for success in today’s rapidly evolving industries.

With an extensive library of lesson plans, curriculum support, and a global community of educators, UltiMaker is more than a technology provider—it's a partner in shaping the future of education. Whether you’re launching a makerspace, enhancing a Fab Lab, or incorporating additive manufacturing into your existing curriculum, UltiMaker provides scalable solutions to fit your goals.

Improve Safety and Performance for Waste Management Drivers—Before They Take the Wheel

Monday, February 23, 2026

Driver Training Solutions’ Sanitation Simulator provides immersive, scenario-based training designed specifically for waste collection and sanitation fleet operators. Trainees can safely develop critical skills such as route navigation, vehicle handling, stop-and-go operations, backing, tight turns, and hazard awareness—all within a controlled virtual environment.

By removing the risks, costs, and wear associated with on-road training, organizations can deliver consistent, repeatable instruction while protecting both equipment and personnel. The simulator allows drivers to build confidence and competence before ever operating a real vehicle.

Ideal for municipalities, private waste contractors, and fleet training academies, this solution supports safer operations, reduces accident rates, and improves overall efficiency across a wide range of waste management applications.

  • PLC adaptor modules for Matrix Automatics training system

Download the Matrix Automatics PLC Adaptor Guidelines to learn how to connect PLC systems to pneumatic training platforms for advanced automation instruction.

Available through Tech-Labs, these adaptor modules allow educators to bridge pneumatic fundamentals with real-world PLC control, helping students build practical automation skills.

What’s Covered in This Guide

  • PLC input, output, relay, and power interface modules
  • Wiring diagrams and connection examples
  • Module compatibility with different PLC types
  • DIN rail mounting options and configurations
  • Suggested setups for Siemens and other PLC systems

The guide outlines multiple module options for connecting PLC inputs, motor outputs, relay outputs, and power connections to the Automatics training platform.

Why PLC Integration Matters

Integrating PLCs into pneumatic training allows students to move beyond basic circuits into industrial automation concepts such as digital inputs/outputs, relay logic, sequencing, and control system design.

  • Bridges foundational skills with advanced automation
  • Supports real-world industrial control workflows
  • Enhances troubleshooting and system design skills

This guide is ideal for programs looking to expand into Industry 4.0-aligned automation training.

  • Matrix EBlocks3 modular embedded systems training platform featuring touchscreen controller, microcontroller programming boards, sensors, communications modules, and rapid prototyping hardware for engineering education

EBlocks3 from Matrix TSL is a modern, modular embedded systems platform designed to simplify the teaching and learning of microcontrollers, electronics, programming, and rapid prototyping. Whether students are just beginning their journey in embedded systems or advancing toward complex IoT and automation projects, EBlocks3 provides a flexible and scalable learning environment.

The platform combines powerful upstream processor boards with a growing ecosystem of downstream modules, allowing learners to build complete embedded systems quickly and easily. With support for PIC®, Arduino®, ESP32, and FPGA technologies, EBlocks3 enables institutions to teach multiple hardware and software platforms using a common modular architecture.

  • Modular design for rapid system development and experimentation
  • Compatible with PIC, Arduino, ESP32, and FPGA platforms
  • Integrated color touchscreen display with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth capabilities
  • Automatic hardware detection through Matrix Auto-ID technology
  • Support for Flowcode, MPLAB X, Arduino IDE, and other development environments
  • Extensive range of sensor, communications, actuator, and interface boards
  • Designed specifically for educational environments
  • Fully compatible with existing EBlocks 2 downstream hardware

EBlocks3 helps bridge the gap between theory and practical application by allowing students to build real-world embedded systems using industry-relevant hardware. Learners can explore digital electronics, sensor integration, communications protocols, control systems, wireless technologies, and Internet of Things (IoT) applications through hands-on projects and experimentation.

The modular architecture allows instructors to create learning experiences that grow alongside student skill levels—from introductory electronics concepts through advanced embedded systems development and engineering design projects.

  • Overview of the EBlocks3 platform architecture
  • PIC, Arduino, ESP32, and FPGA programming solutions
  • Communication and networking modules
  • Sensor and actuator expansion boards
  • Prototype and project development boards
  • Wireless, RFID, Ethernet, CAN Bus, and IoT technologies
  • Software integration and Flowcode support
  • Technical specifications and system configurations
Download the catalog to discover how EBlocks3 can support embedded systems, electronics, mechatronics, automation, engineering, and computer science programs.
  • Cover of our Instructor Training Brochure

Build Confident Instructors. Strengthen Your Program.

Build confident instructors, strengthen your technical education program, and maximize your training equipment's value with Tech-Labs. Our instructor training services combine hands-on equipment instruction, curriculum integration, new instructor development, customized professional development, and preparation for SACA Silver and Gold certifications.

With nearly 50 years of experience supporting educators and industry, Tech-Labs helps instructors develop the technical expertise and classroom confidence needed to deliver engaging, industry-aligned training. The result is stronger instruction, greater certification attainment, improved student outcomes, and a more sustainable workforce-development program.

  • FANUC 2026 FANUC CRX Catalog Cover

This brochure provides an overview of the FANUC CRX Series of collaborative robots, including available payloads, reaches, programming options, safety features, mounting configurations and technical specifications. The CRX lineup offers models for applications ranging from light-duty handling and assembly to palletizing, welding and painting.

Explore CRX applications such as machine tending, inspection, pick-and-place, packaging, grinding, dispensing and welding. The brochure also covers drag-and-drop programming, hand-guided teaching, FANUC vision and force-sensing options, food-grade models and the explosion-resistant CRX-10iA/L Paint cobot.

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  • 3D Scanners for Education and Research
    Go!SCAN 3D enables the easiest 3D scanning experience, generating fast and reliable measurements for all your design and prototyping needs. Effortlessly capture the 3D shape and color of any object.
  • High-Performance Quadruped Robot
    Item Number:
    PS / CP / AI
    The Go1 line by Unitree has a variety of applications. The key features include human recognition, intelligent side flow, and a strong, reliable power system. These robots can be used for educational purposes and commercial applications. The options available in this line provide multiple ports for input and output devices, dynamic obstacle avoidance, gesture recognition, and programmable AI.
  • Stokes Robotics Go2
    Go2
    Discover the versatility of Unitree's Go 2 line, featuring human recognition, intelligent side flow, and a robust power system. Ideal for both educational and commercial use, these robots offer multiple input/output ports, dynamic obstacle avoidance, gesture recognition, and programmable AI, making them a powerful choice for a range of applications.
  • GrabCAD Print Pro
    The premium version of GrabCAD Print™, GrabCAD Print Pro™, supports high-performance end-use parts or prototypes utilized in process-controlled conditions. This includes enhanced features such as Accuracy Center, Manufacturing Templates, 3rd Party Plugins, and Per-Part Estimation. Additional features will be included in future releases.
  • STEM Learning with Green Energy
    Item Number:
    122-01
    Explore sustainable building technologies with the Green Energy in Buildings Trainer (122-01). This innovative educational tool offers hands-on learning experiences, real-time energy data monitoring, and practical activities to engage students in STEM education focused on energy efficiency and green technology.
  • Hammer Union Cutaway
    Item Number:
    295-708
    DAC Worldwide's Hammer Union Cutaway (295-708) is a sectioned piping component sample for training in the design, application, use, and safety considerations for hammer unions.
  • Creaform HandySCAN 3D BLACK Series
    HandySCAN 3D BLACK Series is the fastest portable metrology-grade 3D laser scanner on the market, offering the highest measurement rate and accuracy available. It’s ideal for product development and quality control.
  • Versatile 3D Scanning Solution - HandyScan Max Series
    Elevate your 3D scanning capabilities with the Creaform HandyScan 3D Max Series. Unleash precision and versatility in your projects. Explore this cutting-edge solution for high-quality 3D measurements and seamless performance.
  • Creaform Academia 3D Scanners
    Made in North America, this professional-grade 3D scanner offers the perfect mix of unbeatable performance at a great price. Based on trusted and patented metrology-grade 3D scanning technology.
  • Simlog Harvester Personal Simulator
    Item Number:
    HRV
    The simulation software puts you at the controls of a typical tracked carrier (swing machine) equipped with an articulated boom and free-swinging "dangle-type" harvester head. You can even change the viewpoint during the simulation at the touch of a button. Simply set up the simulator controls, install the simulation software on your desktop or laptop PC, and begin!

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