Manufacturers

Amatrol

Amatrol is the world’s leader in skills-based, interactive technical learning.  Their learning solutions range from engaging high school students to teaching hands-on skills in the latest, highly sophisticated motor drives. With expertise in both in equipment and computer-based learning solutions, integrated with strong alignment to industry needs is what makes Amatrol the industry’s leading technical education provider. Amatrol’s learning solutions include interactive multimedia as well as print-based student learning materials, virtual trainers, teacher’s guides, industrial quality hands-on training equipment, and instructor training.

Amatrol offers learning systems for a broad array of topics including: power and energy, controls, manufacturing processes, design, fluids, fluid power, thermal, electrical, electrical motors, mechanical, communications, robotics, computer integrated manufacturing, mechatronics, and automation. Amatrol also offers a rich array of multimedia and eLearning on all key technical topics including hands-on technical skills via virtual trainers.

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Applied Educational Systems

Applied Educational Systems, Inc. (AES) is a nationally-recognized leader of technology-driven curriculum solutions for career and technical education programs. With products in thousands of classrooms nationwide, AES partners with educators to shape students’ lives and futures.  We love to work with AES because they stand by their core values of:

  • Respect
  • Integrity
  • Teamwork
  • Enthusiasm

The communicate openly and treat people as they would want to be treated.  They are honest, trustworthy and hardworking.  People depend on them because they do what they say they will.  They help the schools they serve achieve their educational goals.  And, most of all, they are passionate about the work they do!  Every day is used to impact the lives of students with energy, excitement and a positive attitude.

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Applied Technologies

Applied Technologies is a division of Learning Labs, Inc., a family owned and operated education resource business founded in 1967, with hundreds of technology products on the market.  Since our founding, our philosophy has been geared toward reinforcing academic skills through applied hands-on learning experiences to help make school a fun and exciting place for students, as well as a place where learning is relevant to the real world and workplace.  This philosophy has been adopted and implemented in thousands of schools nationwide, and the number is growing daily.

With self-guided and project-based curriculum packages ranging from pre-kindergarten to post-secondary, no other company offers as complete a line of specialized curriculum, test equipment, media, and furniture solutions.  With over 100 curriculum titles in its library, Applied Technologies is a leader in the development of self-guided curriculum that covers many Pathways in the Career Clusters the US Department of Education’s Office of Vocational and Adult Education (OVAE) has identified.  Our curriculum gives students the opportunity to experience relevant hands-on applications in a variety of careers.  Academic standards are also reinforced as students read for comprehension, follow written directions, conduct daily writing assignments, and apply math and science principles in real-world situations.

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Denford

Denford products span the complete learning spectrum: from unique multimedia software and easy-to-use CAD/CAM packages for teaching the principles of design and manufacture, through to CNC Milling Machines, CNC Lathes, CNC Routers, Rapid Prototyping and Laser Cutting / Engraving machines enabling the teaching of complex engineering concepts and manufacturing techniques.

As proud founders and sponsors of several unique educational projects including the “F1 in Schools Technology Challenge”, the “4×4 in Schools Technology Challenge” and the “GT in Schools – The Sports Car Design Challenge”, Denford aim to provide ‘total packages’ to education, incorporating the highest level of technical assistance in terms of hardware, software, training and curriculum support materials.

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Epilog Lasers

Since 1988 Epilog Laser has been manufacturing CO2 and fiber laser engraving systems, longer than anyone else in the industry. They have a unique perspective and solid understanding of what our customers need and want when it comes to engraving, marking, and cutting.

CO2 laser engraving systems can cut and engrave into wood, acrylic, plastic and many other materials. They also produce stunning results on stainless steel and coated metals.  In 2006 Epilog Laser expanded its product line to offer a fiber laser system that allows users to mark directly on metal surfaces including titanium, steel, aluminum, carbide, alloys, brass, and more.

Epilog recently launched the industry’s first low-cost entry-level CO2 laser engraving system, the Zing Laser, to bring our technology to a wider audience.  From the first laser to “print” directly from CorelDraw, to the first rotary attachment, to the first large-format table, to the first 100-watt laser, Epilog is known for implementing useful features that enhance our customers’ ability to work more efficiently and reap higher profits.

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Interior Concepts

Interior Concepts manufactures educational furniture for the needs of students, teachers and administrators.  A leader in furniture solutions, IC designs and manufactures computer lab furniture, modular office furniture, technology education furniture, and everything in between.  Their goal is to create furniture that makes the most of the space that you have and create an environment for learning.  Since educational environments are often multi-purpose spaces Interior Concepts helps with functional and beautiful furnishings for a professional look, and our Lifetime Warranty ensures that your educational environment will look great for years to come.

All furniture designed and manufactured by Interior Concepts is MAS Certified Green for a healthier indoor environment.  MAS Certified Green means that our furniture meets the LEED indoor air quality standards after rigorous product testing, and is approved as a low-emitting furniture system by compliance with the BIFMA X7.1 Furniture Emissions Standards, which addresses Total Volatile Organic Compounds, Formaldehyde, and other targeted compounds.

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LJ Create

LJ Create is a leading manufacturer of blended-learning teaching programs for hardware, software and e-learning curriculum for schools, colleges, universities and industrial training organizations around the world.  LJ Create creates practical and innovative teaching solutions that provide the tools to inspire learners every day.  Since 1979, LJ Create has been dedicated to being the world’s leading educational systems provider.

LJ Create also produce specialist training for electronics, automotive and IT practitioners at vocational level.  LJ Create produce a range of educational software resources, specially designed classroom equipment for practical experiments and high quality curriculum resources. A unique blended learning approach is applied to all of our products, providing students with stimulating and exciting lessons.

Today LJ Create offer products ranging from topic specific learning solutions through to complete classroom management systems for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) curricula.

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Marcraft

For over 35 years, ETG/Marcraft has been producing Electronics, Computer, IT and Mobile Electronics and Green Technology training programs that excel in the classroom environment. Marcraft engineers and designs the lab hardware, software and courseware materials for use in career and technical education schools around the globe.

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SolidWorks

Educational programs across america are moving to 3D.  If you are looking to take your learning to the next level and give your students the best chance for success, now is the time to start thinking about SolidWorks®.  In a 2004 Gartner survey of US engineers who use mechanical design applications, 72% said they worked in 3D. And that number is growing every year.

SolidWorks offers the best suite of tools for engineering design, documentation, simulation, and sustainability in one easy to learn software package. With standards based curriculum, industry-recognized certification and the SolidWorks community, students with SolidWorks skills have an advantage in a competitive world.

They Offer Educational Solutions For:

  • Educators
  • Students
  • University Researchers
  • Parents / In-home Teaching

STEM 101

STEM 101 is a national non-profit status education program designed to improve STEM literacy for all students.  The curriculum is rigorous, innovative and comprehensive and was collaboratively developed by K-12 teachers, university educators, industry partners, engineering and biomedical professionals.

  • IInternational Technology Engineering Education Association – ITEEA
  • Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology – ABET
  • National Science Teachers Association -NSTA
  • National Council of Teachers of Mathematics – NCTM

STEM 101 Prepares students to be competent, capable citizens in a technology-dependent society through comprehensive student assessment including traditional tests, project based learning presentations and portfolios. This STEM centric program is focused on standard based foundations, gender awareness, socio-econimc concerns and general learner needs to engage all learners. Program develops engineering pipeline by featuring main line education approach providing STEM education for all students.

The CAD Academy

The CAD Academy certification programs provide academic institutions with a proven methodology for effective measurement of program, instructor and student industry competencies. Academic program tracks for mechanical, architecture and civil prepare students for industry and software certification. The CAD Academy enables students to develop a digital portfolio to include: resume, certifications, design projects and research completed. Open the doors of opportunity for your students today with The CAD Academy.

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The Construction Zone

The Construction Zone product line consists of 33 workstations representing 25 different skilled trades. Each workstation includes a ten hour, hands on work experience and comes complete with curriculum, professional tools, equipment, and supplies.

Curriculum with full color photographs guides the students through the hands-on activities and provides information about the trade as a career. Math, science, reading, and writing skills are integrated into the curriculum to give students real world examples of their use in daily life and on the job site. The Construction Zone program provides a safe, skills-based, hands-on experience in the construction trades. Construction Zone workstations are being used in high schools, community colleges, universities, and adult training.

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ZCorp

Z Corporation 3D technologies help product designers, engineers and architects create the right designs the first time. Professionals use ZPrinter® 3D printers, ZBuilder rapid prototyping machines and ZScanner® 3D laser scanners to compress the design cycle, generate new concepts, communicate clearly, foster collaboration, and reduce errors. These solutions span the entire 3D CAD/BIM design process from concept through design verification.

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Pickaway Ross Career & Technology Center