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Semiconductor Prep Essentials Module

THORS STUDENT PACKAGES: SEMICONDUCTOR SERIES Semiconductor Prep Essentials Semiconductor Series Module 1 Courses: Electronics Terminology Semiconductor Basics Semiconductor Prep Essentials is the first module in the Semiconductor Series – covering the fundamentals of modern electronics and semiconductor technology. These two courses will help you develop an understanding of electronics and

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THORS Academy LP

THORS eLearning solutions presents THORS Academy Your Learning Solution for Manufacturing Excellence How Can The THORS Academy Benefit Your Organization? With a rapidly growing library of 190+ technical eLearning courses, THORS is bringing together the best minds across many industries to rapidly increase the Manufacturing IQ® of your team. This

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Aluminum Rolling Mill
Aluminum

5 Essential Skills for Aluminum Rolling Engineers

Aluminum rolling is one of those processes that looks simple on a flowchart—roll a slab, reduce thickness, anneal, trim, coil, finish. But on the shop floor, rolling is a live, tightly coupled system where metallurgy, mechanics, heat, lubrication, and automation all fight and cooperate in real time. The difference between

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Chart explaining sprocket nomenclature including number of strands of teeth, pitch, type, number of teeth, special instructions, and bore size with labeled sprocket images.

Sprocket Basics

The Sprocket Basics course is designed to provide learners with an overview of sprocket specifications and the different sprocket types based on various criteria. Additionally, it covers the methods for manufacturing sprockets. Ready to take the next step? Explore the course details and see everything we’ve packed into this program!

Learning Hours: 2

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Castings

Exploring Induction Melting Furnace Components: The Essential Guide

What is Induction Melting? Induction melting occurs when an electrically conductive object, usually referred to as charge material, is placed in an alternating electromagnetic field generated within induction melting furnaces. The melted metal is then poured from the induction furnace to make castings, or cast parts, for a variety of

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An eco-friendly power factory against a green background, emphasizing sustainable manufacturing practices.
Manufacturing Concepts

Sustainable Manufacturing Practices

In the dynamic and ever-changing landscape of global production, there is a need to prioritize sustainable manufacturing practices.  Manufacturers are now under pressure to reduce their carbon footprint and embrace eco-friendly production methods. This article explores in-depth strategies, real-life examples, and cutting-edge approaches that empower manufacturers to not only achieve

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A procurement and purchasing word cloud that includes the skills of modern purchasing professionals.
Career Planning

The Essential Skills of Modern Purchasing Professionals

In my professional career that spans more than three decades, I have had the privilege of working closely with purchasing. I can attest to the fact that in today’s dynamic business landscape, the skills of modern purchasing professionals play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of supply chains

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Green sand molds in a foundry prior to molten metal casting
Castings

What Equipment and Systems Are Used in a Green Sand Foundry?

What are the basic properties of green sand? Understanding the basic properties of green sand and the equipment required to operate a green sand foundry are important for anyone in related casting industries. Green sand molding, also referred to as clay-bonded sand molding, is the most widely used type of

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Nirav Desai. Sr. Casting Commodity Manager at PACCAR Inc., reveals how THORS training for purchasing professionals improved his efficency.
Customer Success Stories

THORS Training Empowers Purchasing Professional

Excerpts from an interview with Nirav Desai, Sr. Casting Commodity Manager | PACCAR Inc. What is your current job title? What do your responsibilities include? I work for PACCAR as a Casting Commodity Manager. We manufacture high-quality light- medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates. I

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