At CCAT, we put advanced manufacturing technologies to work—where they create the most value.
Through collaboration with industry and technology partners, we accelerate adoption, modernize capabilities, and enable solutions that can be implemented, sustained, and scaled.
Technology applied.
Results delivered.
#CCAT #AdvancedManufacturing #ManufacturingTechnology #TechnologyInAction #IndustryDriven #Connecticut
#AdvancedManufacturing #ManufacturingTechnology #DigitalManufacturing #Automation #CTManufacturing
Another one in the books! Thank you to everyone who joined us at the CBIZ Manufacturing Forum ’26 in Rocky Hill.
This morning’s packed house was a strong reminder that manufacturers want to connect, collaborate, and have real conversations about the challenges and opportunities shaping our industry.
🔹 From operational excellence and productivity to AI, automation, and supply chain resilience, the energy around smart manufacturing and technology adoption was clear.
🔹 The focus was on practical implementation, technology readiness, and funding opportunities helping manufacturers move forward with confidence.
👏 Huge thank you to the companies and industry leaders who generously shared their insights, experiences, and perspectives. Conversations like these strengthen our industry and move innovation forward.
Special thanks to @4avnow for making us look good, as always!
✅ RAPID + TCT 2026 — wrapped.
Events like this come together through real collaboration. Huge thanks to everyone who worked alongside the CCAT team, from planning and setup to conversations and presentations on the show floor.
To our partners, presenters, team members, and everyone who stopped by — thank you. Your ideas and energy made this experience impactful.
✨ Let’s keep the momentum going.
#RAPIDTCT #ManufacturingInnovation #AdvancedManufacturing #Rapid #CCAT @rapid_event
🔧✨ The 5th Annual Manufacturing, Engineering & Technology (MET) Career Fair was a powerful reminder of what happens when Connecticut’s industry and talent come together.
Employers, students, and jobseekers from across the state filled the room—focused on internships, apprenticeships, and full‑time opportunities in manufacturing, engineering, and technology.
📣 The feedback was clear: employers continue to call this the best recruiting event they attend year after year.
As the ONLY statewide Manufacturing, Engineering & Technology Career Fair, MET creates space for meaningful conversations and real career pathways. Our CCAT team was on site throughout the event—connecting with future career seekers and providing complimentary professional headshots to help attendees put their best foot forward 📸.
We were proud to welcome Senator Richard Blumenthal and Kirti Patel, Deputy Commissioner of Economic Development and Chief Manufacturing Officer, to see Connecticut’s talent pipeline in action 👏.
A big thank you to Quinnipiac University for hosting and to everyone who made the day a success 🙌.
👉 Employers: ready to build on the connections you made? CCAT’s Summer Internship Program helps turn momentum into impact—with structured support, real‑world experience, and potential matching wage subsidies up to $14,000.
To learn more, contact Eileen Candels at [email protected]
Attention, college students and recent graduates! Are you interested in pursuing a career in manufacturing, engineering, or technology? The Connecticut Center for Advanced Technology (CCAT) is hosting a free career fair on March 31 at Quinnipiac University. Key employers throughout the state will be in attendance.
Visit the link in our bio to register!
#CTMFG #CTManufacturing #CTCareers #NowHiring
James Brino, CCAT’s Senior Technical Trainer, leading a Digital Thread awareness class at the Digital Thread Lab.
What is the Digital Thread?
Imagine if the same digital product model flowed seamlessly through every stage of manufacturing:
Design → Manufacturing → Quality & Inspection
No lost data.
No outdated drawings.
No manual data re-entry.
That’s the promise of the Digital Thread — connecting product data across the entire lifecycle.
At CCAT’s Digital Thread Lab, manufacturers explore how model-based workflows and connected technologies improve accuracy, efficiency, and collaboration. Our technical pathways build on these concepts with hands-on training in digital design, manufacturing, inspection, and CNC operations.
Join us for an upcoming Digital Thread Awareness session to learn more.
#DigitalThread #SuppyChain #SmartManufacturing
Nearly 100 CT companies. One afternoon. Your next opportunity.
CT's top emerging manufacturing, engineering, and technology talent is coming together March 31. Internships. Full-time roles. All in one room.
🔧 5th Annual Manufacturing, Engineering & Technology (MET) Career Fair 📅 March 31 | 3–6 PM 📍 Quinnipiac University — M&T Bank Arena
Meet recruiters from General Dynamics Electric Boat, TRUMPF, GKN Aerospace, Hanwha Aerospace, and 90+ more — no portals, no ghosting, just real conversations with people who can hire you.
Registration is free. Link in bio.
Get hired through the fair as an intern? You're in for CCAT's Summer Internship Program — mentorship, industry tours, webinars, and a statewide professional network.
🚍 Free buses may be available from your campus. John Bau, Email [email protected]
👉 Educators, advise your students to attend!
👉 Students, register now
📣 Employers — there's still time to get in the room.
To learn more, contact Eileen Candels at [email protected]
#METCareerFair #Manufacturing #Engineering #Technology #NowHiring #CTJobs #Internships #ClassOf2025 #CTManufacturing
🌍 In honor of #WorldEngineeringDay, we're celebrating engineers — the people who turn ideas into real-world solutions.
Engineers move ideas forward by solving problems, improving processes, and turning new technologies into practical applications.
At CCAT, we’re proud to work alongside engineers who help manufacturers evaluate and adopt advanced technologies every day.
Today we’re recognizing the engineers on our team and across the manufacturing community who keep innovation moving forward. Thank you for everything you do.
#Engineering #Manufacturing #Innovation
🤝 Meet our Business Development Team!
Eileen Candels, Michael Jones, CPSM, Michelle Scerbin, and Emily Turcan are the driving force behind our growth and partnerships — and this March, they're everywhere.
From 𝗦𝗕𝗔 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿 to Tetra Labs US 𝗔𝗜 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁, to our 𝗖𝗖𝗔𝗧 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿, our team is out in full force — building connections, showcasing innovation, and expanding our impact. And we’re just getting started.
👉 Drop a comment below if you'll be at any of these events! #TeamSpotlight #AdvancedManufacturing #DigitalTransformation #ManufacturingGrowth #AdditiveManufacturing
You’re invited! Join us for our combined Advanced Technology Center and Talent & Training Accelerator tour on March 11.
See advanced manufacturing technologies in action, experience the Digital Thread Lab and additive workflows, and meet the team helping manufacturers adopt new technologies, strengthen skills, and improve operations.
Learn more and register: ccat.us/events
#DigitalThread #AdditiveManufacturing #AdvancedManufacturing
🎉 Today we celebrate all the women and girls shaping the future through science, technology, engineering, and manufacturing.
We asked our team: What does working in STEM mean to you?
Here’s to the women at CCAT, and innovators around the globe 🌎 building the future!
#WomenInSTEM #InternationalDayOfWomenAndGirlsInScience #manufacturing #engineer #science #future #SeeHerBeHer
We’re excited to be part of 3DEXPERIENCE World 2026 this February in Houston—three days focused on the future of digital engineering and manufacturing.
Our Chief Technology Officer, Dr. Amy Thompson, will speak during the Community & Collaboration session on Day 3 (Feb 4), sharing how digital thread readiness can scale beyond large OEMs—and how suppliers can adopt MBD-driven, automated workflows to stay connected across the value chain.
She’ll also highlight CCAT’s partner-driven approach with Dassault Systèmes, SOLIDWORKS, TriMech, government agencies, and education and community organizations to support adoption at small and mid-sized manufacturers.
Looking forward to the conversation!
