Introduce students to programming and robotics with the MINDS-i 2-in-1 Arduino Robot Kit. Build and program Hexabot and Line Follower robots using real sensors, servos, and Arduino technology.
Maria Olivera, a faculty instructor at South Texas College, shares insights into the college’s Advanced Manufacturing Technology (AMT) and Mechatronics program — a hands-on pathway to becoming a technician in today's high-tech workforce.
This program prepares students for careers in:
- Mechatronics and Maintenance Technician roles
- Automation Development and Systems Integration
- Robotics, PLCs, and AC/DC Circuits
- Fluid Power Systems and Electromechanical Devices
Training with Real Industry Tools
Through a partnership with Tech-Labs, students train using Amatrol industry-standard equipment designed to reflect real-world challenges. This hands-on approach ensures students graduate with the skills employers are looking for.
Versatile Career Opportunities
Graduates are equipped to work in a wide range of industries where automation, robotics, and maintenance play a key role. The training is comprehensive, yet adaptable to meet the needs of today's evolving manufacturing environments.
Tech-Labs is proud to support South Texas College with the latest training systems, helping students build the future of American manufacturing — one skill at a time.
Ready to learn more? Contact Us for more information.
Download the Turn 370 Pro Brochure
Turn 370 Pro is a high-capacity, 2-axis CNC lathe designed for education and industrial training environments. Featuring flood coolant, an industrial cabinet base, and programmable spindle speeds, the Turn 370 Pro handles a wide range of resistant materials, including aluminum and steel.
Key Features
- Totally enclosed high-visibility interlocking guard
- Flood coolant and industrial cabinet base
- Quick Change Toolpost and Holder
- VR CNC Turning Operating Software and QuickTURN 2D Design Software
Ready to Elevate Your Training Program? Contact us today to learn how Denford's Turn 370 Pro can integrate into your curriculum or production floor!
Download the VMC 1300 Pro Brochure
VMC 1300 Pro is a robust 3-axis CNC milling machine designed for advanced education and light industrial training. With its high-speed spindle, automatic tool changer options, and full enclosure for safety, it’s the perfect machine for hands-on technical skills development.
Highlights
- High-speed 6000 rpm spindle
- Optional 6- or 8-station automatic tool changer
- Flood coolant system and industrial cabinet base available
- Includes VR CNC Milling Software and QuickCAM 2D Design Software
Ready to elevate your CNC milling capabilities? Download the VMC 1300 Pro brochure to discover all the features and options available for technical training programs!
PCB Engraver is a compact 3-axis CNC machine designed for PCB manufacturing and precision engraving across copper boards, plastics, and acrylics. Its floating head technology allows accurate machining even on uneven surfaces, making it ideal for educational and training programs.
Highlights
- Floating head technology for high-precision engraving
- Gerber and DXF file import capability
- Ideal for copper, plastics, and acrylic engraving
- Includes powerful, user-friendly operating software
Take your PCB prototyping to the next level! Download the PCB Engraver brochure and see how it supports technical education and hands-on training.
MCR-100 is a compact 3-axis desktop CNC router developed exclusively for F1 in Schools car manufacturing. Its enclosed design, easy-to-use software, and high-speed performance make it the ideal solution for STEM-focused programs and technical education initiatives worldwide.
Highlights
- Designed specifically for F1 in Schools competitions
- Compact, desktop-sized footprint
- Fully enclosed guarding for student safety
- Includes QuickCAM Pro Software with Car Wizard
Inspire the next generation of engineers! Download the MCR-100 brochure and explore affordable CNC technology for your STEM program.
Compact 1000 and Compact 1000 Pro are 3-axis CNC routers built for education, light manufacturing, and rapid prototyping. Featuring a fully enclosed design and optional non-ferrous metal cutting on the Pro model, these routers deliver precision and safety for a wide range of training environments.
Highlights
- Fully enclosed safety guard with interlocks
- Pro version offers non-ferrous metal cutting
- VR CNC Milling Software and QuickCAM 2D Design Software included
- Available machine bench and 4th axis options
Expand your training capabilities today! Download the Compact 1000/1000 Pro brochure for full details and specifications.
Router 2600 and Router 2600 Pro are high-capacity, 3-axis CNC routers perfect for technical training programs. With a fully enclosed design, large table capacity, and optional non-ferrous metal cutting (Pro model), these machines deliver flexibility for a wide range of education and prototyping applications.
Highlights
- Large table capacity for larger projects
- Fully enclosed high-visibility guard for safe training
- Pro version supports non-ferrous metal cutting
- Includes VR CNC Milling Software and QuickCAM 2D Design Software
Boost your CNC training capabilities! Download the Router 2600/2600 Pro brochure and find the right fit for your classroom or lab.
Router 6600 and Router 6600 Pro are large-format, high-speed CNC routers specifically designed for educational programs and training centers. With a built-in bench, expansive machining area, and optional non-ferrous metal capabilities (Pro model), they’re ideal for handling complex, full-scale projects.
Highlights
- Large-format table for full-size projects
- Fully enclosed guarding and integrated bench
- Pro version supports non-ferrous metal cutting
- Includes VR CNC Milling Software and QuickCAM 2D Design Software
Bring large-scale CNC training to life! Download the Router 6600/6600 Pro brochure and explore how it fits into your advanced manufacturing curriculum.
We are proud to partner with NeuroMaker, a global leader in STEM education innovation. Designed by engineers and educators from Harvard and MIT, NeuroMaker solutions combine cutting-edge technology with hands-on learning experiences to inspire the next generation of creators, scientists, and problem-solvers. Their flagship product, the NeuroMaker HAND 2.0, empowers students to explore robotics, prosthetics, programming, and biomedical engineering through real-world applications. Explore how NeuroMaker is transforming Career and Technical Education (CTE) classrooms with cutting-edge solutions that combine biotechnology, robotics, and coding. This downloadable two-page overview highlights how the NeuroMaker Hand 2.0 and BioSensor Kit deliver real-world STEM learning through project-based activities and industry-relevant technology.
Highlights
- How the NeuroMaker Hand 2.0 introduces students to biomedical engineering, prosthetic design, and robotic systems
- Ways students can measure EMG signals and code bio-inspired devices
- Curriculum insights: 100+ hours of standards-aligned STEM and CTE lessons
- Applications in real-world biotech and healthcare training
- How NeuroMaker supports equitable access using Chromebooks and reusable hardware
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Let your students build employable skills by working on state-of-the-art real-world systems that teach the procedures required to work safely on today’s vehicles. -
Item Number:MCK-AFTR-BLU/RED/ORN/GRNExplore the MINDS-i Autonomous Self-Driving Farming Lab with Sprayer Trailer and RTK Base Station. Give students hands-on experience with autonomous vehicles, precision agriculture, GPS navigation, and applied STEM learning. -
Item Number:MCK-MRLB-001Explore new frontiers in STEM education with the MINDS-i STEM Integrated Robotics: an Autonomous Self-Driving Mars Rover. This rover, equipped with cutting-edge GPS and IMU technology, elevates STEM learning by immersing students in programming, electromechanical systems, and autonomous navigation. -
To engage and reach learners with a variety of learning styles, Amatrol’s Aviation Maintenance Training program features a robust combination of learning methods to provide an outstanding learning experience that includes both comprehensive theoretical knowledge and practical, hands-on skills valuable throughout industry. -
Item Number:211ADAC’s Axial Compressor Model (211A) depicts a highly detailed scale model depicting features of industrial axial air compressors commonly used in oil and gas production. -
Release B1, protection grade IP68, focus on industrial landing, industrial super-large payload, dust-proof and waterproof. -
Item Number:BHLSimlog’s Backhoe Loader Personal Simulator puts trainees at the controls of a backhoe loader (BHL) at work in a typical construction site. Special configuration parameters enable instructors to modify the 3D modeling, allowing them to select one of five possible color combinations and set the number of lift arm cylinders to either one or two. -
Item Number:253DAC Worldwide’s Ball Valve Cutaway (253) takes classroom training in the operation, construction, and maintenance of an industrial ball valve and enhances it by providing a visual, hands-on learning aid. The fully-detailed examples of industrial downsized valves give learners a first-hand view inside a component that is found in various maintenance applications worldwide. -
Item Number:295-711DAC Worldwide’s Barrel Choke Valve Cutaway (295-711) is an industrial valve sample for training in the operation, construction, and maintenance of a fixed (bean-type) choke valve.
