Chapter 181 Membership Info

What is SME?

SME is an international professional society dedicated to serving its members and the manufacturing community through the advancement of professionalism, knowledge, and learning. You can learn more about SME and the benefits of becoming a member by visiting the SME web site.

Benefits of SME

SME has wonderful Benefits. Some of these include:

• MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING magazine delivers accurate and practical monthly reports on industry milestones--information vital to your professional growth
• SME NEWS reports six times annually on all aspects of local chapter activities, upcoming programs, seminars, expositions, and Society news
• Discounts on conferences, expositions, workshops, reference books, certification, video tapes, and audio tapes
• Chapter meetings feature presentations by local experts. Exchange information and share solutions with fellow manufacturing professionals
• Technical journals from associations of SME reporting industry firsts
• Group rate eligibility for low rates on insurance and credit card programs
• Recognition by your co-workers and employees as an individual with a reliable understanding of the latest advancements in manufacturing technology.

How do I join SME?

Joining SME is simple. Contact one of the officers on the officer list and they will be more than glad to help you become a member. Now you can also apply on the Internet by filling out an online application.

Online Application

Downloadable Application pdf. Format

Do I have to be a
member to attend meetings?

No. Even though there is a membership, the meetings are not open exclusively to "members only." In fact, we encourage non-members to attend and see what the meetings are all about.

However, if you choose not to join, keep in mind that you will miss out on several benefits and group activites. Non-members cannot apply for SME scholarships and vote on key issues at meetings.