High school and postsecondary students and educators will have the opportunity to experience manufacturing hands-on during SOUTH-TEC manufacturing event, taking place Oct 27–29. Event hosts more than 400 industry-leading companies and addresses trends and issues important to southeast region. Day three will feature SME’s Bright Minds program that includes a "Manufacturing Playground," keynote speakers, young professional Career Pathway chats, and tour of participating exhibitors on show floor.