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February 2026
By: HUGH K. WEBSTER
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Teradyne Robotics will open a new U.S. operations hub in Wixom, Mich., in 2026 to manufacture UR cobots and support advanced robotics deployment.

AWS Expands Welding Education Initiatives with $2.7 Million in Scholarships and New Industry Partnership

AWS, Miami, Fla., is reinforcing its workforce development efforts through two key initiatives: offering $2.7 million in welding scholarships via the AWS Foundation and partnering with an industry trade association to develop specialized training and certification for the heat transfer and diesel emissions sectors. 

The AWS Foundation is now accepting applications for its 2026 scholarship seas..

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