Advanced Manufacturing Competition Series

2026/27 season REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!

In Project MFG’s Advanced Manufacturing Series, a multi-discipline team designs, machines, inspects, and assembles a working product on the clock. The competition mimics the pressure of a real shop floor, testing everything from teamwork and time management to change orders, while competitors show their skills in front of industry judges. A remote qualifying round at your school leads to four regionals and a spot at the Clash of Trades Championship. New this season: metrology gets its own scored competition inside the series.

The Advanced Manufacturing Competition Playbook
Outlines the following:

  • Competition Rules
  • Competitor Requirements
  • Eligibility
  • Reasons for Disqualification
  • Safety
  • Required PPE
  • Performance Evaluation

Important Dates for the 2026-27 SEASON

Round 1 · Qualification rounds, remote at your school
Early October to mid November

Round 2 · Regional rounds, locations to be announced
Mid February to mid March

Round 3 · Nationals at the Clash of Trades Championship, location to be announced
Early May

Dates are subject to change. Project MFG arranges travel and accommodations to all regional and championship events for those who qualify.

Mastercam Licences

Mastercam is pleased to offer support to students competing in Project MFG competitions. Students participating in Project MFG competitions are eligible for free software and support to assist with competition preparations.

Advanced Manufacturing Regional Competitions: watch the action from last season

Region 1

Date: TBD

Location: TBD

Region 2

Date: TBD

Location: TBD

Region 3

Date: TBD

Location: TBD

Region 4

Date: TBD

Location: TBD

Pictures from Previous Seasons

Last Season:

57

Schools Participated

228

Students Participated

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