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Every Thursday, our Industry Readlines email features interesting, helpful, or funny things from around the technical world. Whether you are in design, machining, production, or inspection this will be a great weekly read.

From the GD&T Basics Team: What to Ask Before You Buy GD&T Training

Thinking of buying GD&T training? Learn the key questions to ask before choosing a training provider to avoid costly missteps and get the most value for your investment.

https://www.gdandtbasics.com/questions-before-buying-gdt-training

Shipping Container Missile Launcher:

Lockheed Martin has adapted a launcher used on Apache helicopters and modified it to create the GRIZZLY launcher, designed to fit inside a standard shipping container—making it easy to move, install, and hide.

https://newatlas.com/military/lockheed-martin-shipping-container-missile-launcher/

Client Highlight: Velan

From nuclear power plants to critical industrial systems, Velan designs precision-engineered valves built for safety, reliability, and performance in the toughest environments. Watch this video for an inside look at their Welding and Metallurgical Center of Excellence, home to advanced welding, metallurgical, and mechanical labs.

https://youtu.be/HC5RHccrUn4?si=S2hpkt6oXMnQo2Ug

How Liquid Dampers in Skyscrapers Work:

Liquid dampers are simple, cost-effective systems used for structural vibration control. Watch this video to learn how they work:

https://youtu.be/fudWbvE8ZKw?si=tN3YI19jZ9dVQfJe

For a Good Laugh: Called it!

Funny how "we've always done it this way" and "I don't know why we keep having these problems" always come from the same person.

Enrollment is open for May Virtual Public Trainings

We are hosting public training seminars for GD&T Fundamentals and GD&T Inspection in May. These trainings will be hosted through Zoom from 12:00–4:30 PM EST each day.

• GD&T Fundamentals: May 11–14; Registration ends May 8

• GD&T Inspection: May 18–21; Registration ends May 15

Discounts are available for groups, returning seminar attendees, and bundled course registrations. See full details here:

https://www.gdandtbasics.com/gdt-training/public-seminars/

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