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      Bridging the Gap: Design to Manufacturing w/ Ellison Technologies

      April 15, 2025

      In our FIRST episode of Make it Better, we're diving into the journey from design to manufacturing — and we're bringing in the experts to guide us.

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        In our FIRST episode of Make it Better, we're diving into the journey from design to manufacturing — and we're bringing in the experts to guide us. Join us live with Kevin Flanagan and Kirk Knight from Ellison Technologies as we explore how great ideas become precision-engineered products.

        We’ll talk about:

        • The challenges of bridging design intent with manufacturability
        • Real-world strategies for optimizing the design-to-production workflow
        • The latest tech and tools that are shaping modern manufacturing
        • Insights from Ellison Technologies’ experience on the factory floor

        Whether you're a designer, engineer, or just curious about how products come to life, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

        Speakers

        Mike Buchli

        Roles Portfolio Manager, SOLIDWORKS, Dassault Systèmes

        Kevin Flanagan

        President, Ellison Technologies

        Kirk Knight

        President, Ellison TX/LA
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