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november 5TH, 2024 - Lisieux, France
Lisieux, France – On November 5th, 5 schools from across Europe gathered at Lycee Paul Cornu High School in Lisieux, France to compete in an International CNC Machining competition. This 4-day event provided a platform for the teams to compete in a trophy machining contest, with evaluations based on the quality of their parts and their manufacturing process.
Project MFG’s International Machining Competition is designed to Promote, Accelerate, and Elevate the trades in an effort to restore the manufacturing industrial base worldwide. This competition demonstrates problem-solving skills, technological aptitudes, and teamwork in the next generation of integrated advanced manufacturing workers.
Schools that Competed:
- IIS Gae Aulenti Biella
- TTK University of Applied Sciences
- Roskilde Tekniske Skole
- Lycee Paul Cornu
- Vilnius College
During the four-day event, teams had to tackle the competition while sticking to a tight schedule and completing all the project tasks. Their performance and final projects were judged based on how well they met these requirements. As they worked through this challenge, teams needed to keep in mind the whole scope of work and the time constraints to come up with a plan that would help them save both time on the ship floor and costs related to the project. It was all about smart strategies and efficient execution!
Four weeks before the big competition, teams got all the info they needed about what materials and specs were required for the trophy stand they had to whip up at their schools. They even received blueprints and models for an extra component they could tackle during the competition to rack up some bonus points.
On the first day of the competition, the students jumped into action by crafting a manufacturing plan for the rest of the project. To their surprise, alongside the trophy models and prints, they were handed a 3-axis component to work on as well! It definitely added an unexpected twist to the challenge!
At the end of the competition, the judges took a close look at each team’s projects. They evaluated everything from how the final product looked and worked to how smoothly it came together during the assembly process. They also kept an eye on costs, which included things like tools and parts used, how much equipment time was needed, any help from consultants, and the time sheets for the whole process.
In the end the top three schools were announced.
The winners of the 2024 France International Machining Competition were:
First Place: TTK University of Applied Sciences, Estonia
Second Place: Lycee Paul Cornu, France
Third Place: Roskilde Tekniske Skole, Denmark
Project MFG collaborates with local communities to find ways to elevate and help raise awareness of the need for highly skilled trade professionals in the area. This year’s International Machining competition was a success made possible by our fantastic host site, Lycees Paul Cornu, and our gracious sponsors: Mastercam, Zeiss, Gene Haas Foundation, and Haas Automation.
Alongside the competition, the site host, Lycee Paul Cornu, tasked their media team with recording a producing a live show, covering all of the action of the competition! From live-action footage to one-on-one interviews and more. With expert commentary and insightful interviews, the live show brought the event to life, offering an insider’s perspective on the dedication and skill of the competitors. Click the button below to watch all of the action.
meet the winners
about lycees paul cornu vocational high school
Paul-Cornu high school is a public mixed high school located in Normandy, in Lisieux.
It offers general, technological and professional training through 6 different streams including
Art
Industrial
Service
Technological
Tertiary
Generalized Studies
The completely renovated high school invites students from the 3rd year up to BTS, across general, technological, or professional streams. Featuring a spacious central green area, separate boarding facilities for girls and boys, and a gymnasium nearby, Paul-Cornu High School provides a comfortable and enjoyable working environment for all.
about project mfg
Project MFG shines a light on the need and opportunities for skilled trades by focusing on the development of new talent to provide a path forward for individuals and our country. As an integrated workforce development and recruitment effort, Project MFG collaborates across communities, the private sector, and government to expand the U.S. industrial base workforce.
For more information about Project MFG competitions and future events,
please visit projectmfg.com or contact marketing@projectmfg.com.
