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  1. Demco Automation participates in Community 2026 STEAM Expo

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    Center Valley, PA – February 26, 2026 – Demco Automation along with other companies and organizations in the region, is participating in the Southern Lehigh Middle School 2026 STEAM Expo. This event offers students, parents, and the general public the opportunity to explore hands-on interactive exhibits and live performances related to STEAM (Science, Technology, Arts & Math) topics.

    Exhibits range from art performances and museum displays to universities and regional companies demonstrating or showcasing various technologies to students of all ages. Demco Automation will demonstrate an industrial robot automatically assembling and disassembling components and an operating prototype where participants can automatically unwrap candy.

    “Engaging students at an early age is the key to unlocking the future of STEAM. For the third year running, we are excited to show students the direct link between their schoolwork and the real world,” said Stephen Maund, President & CEO of Demco Automation. “There is no better way to spark a passion for innovation than through an energetic event like this one.”

    As a cornerstone of the regional engineering and technology landscape, Demco Automation remains dedicated to fostering academic growth and career readiness. Their comprehensive outreach program serves students across the K-12 and post-secondary spectrum, providing critical real-world exposure through cooperative education, internships, and plant tours. By integrating these student initiatives, Demco is actively investing in the regional workforce and the future of industrial innovation.

    Beyond hands-on experience, Demco Automation’s commitment is further reflected in its ongoing sponsorships and donations, reinforcing a robust pipeline for the engineering and technology leaders of tomorrow.

    All ages are welcome from 6:00 – 8:00 PM.

    For more information contact: STEAMexpo@slsd.org

    For more information about Southern Lehigh Middle School click here: https://ms.slsd.org/

  2. Demco Automation participates in Career and Technical Education Expo

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    Quakertown, PA, October 2025 – Demco Automation is participating in the Upper Bucks County Technical School (UBCTS) Career and Technical Education Expo on Thursday, Oct. 9, from 6 to 8 p.m., at UBCTS, 3115 Ridge Rd. in Perkasie.

    Middle and high school students and their families are invited to sign up for the expo and to view the full list of exhibitors, click here.

    This informational event serves as a starting point for area students to speak directly with career and trade-job exhibitors.

    Senator Jarrett Coleman, Representative Shelby Labs, and Representative Craig Staats will be in attendance as proponents of CTE and careers in the Commonwealth.

    Executive Director Dr. Michael Herrera will also be in present to discuss UBCTS’s educational programs.

    “UBCTS is proud to partner with employers and community leaders to strengthen our region’s workforce,” Herrera said. “This expo highlights the powerful role of career and technical education in preparing students for in-demand careers that support thriving communities”

    Exhibitors cover multiple program areas of the Career and Technical Education curriculum including and not limited to Computer Science, Construction, Transportation, Human Services, Agriculture, Advanced Manufacturing, Culinary, Life & Health Services, and Advanced Manufacturing.

  3. Demco Automation Donates $73,000 Advanced Automation System to UBCTS Mechatronics Program.   

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    ​​Quakertown, PA, May 2025 – Demco Automation continues to invest in the future of STEM and CTE (Career & Technical Education) by donating a new automated assembly system designed and built specifically for Upper Bucks County Technical School’s Mechatronics program. The state-of-the-art automation training system valued at $73,000, offers students hands-on access to the same technology used in modern​ manufacturing.

    “We’re honored to support the outstanding work happening at​ UBCTS,” said Stephen Maund, President & CEO of Demco Automation.​ “By donating this system, we’re investing in a skilled workforce and​ empowering students with technology that reflects real industrial​ applications. We hope to inspire the next generation of automation and
    manufacturing professionals.”

    The equipment will be incorporated into the curriculum and teach students system troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of automated equipment among other critical tasks. The​ system is designed to enable the development of hands-on labs that will create a real-world experience preparing students for their future career in mechatronics.

    ​”This donation is not only an investment in our region’s economic future, but more importantly, an investment in our students.​” continues Maund on the additional benefits of the donation to the school.

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  4. Demco Automation presents 2025 Innovation Award to CTE Students

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    Willow Grove PA, May 21, 2025

    Demco Automation was pleased to present the 2025 “Demco Automation Innovation Award” to two talented students at EASTERN Center for the Arts & Technology in Willow Grove, PA, during their annual Awards Night, which took place at Upper Moreland High School Stadium.

    This award is a recognition of Robotics & Automated Technology Program students who have demonstrated exceptional creativity, innovation, meticulous planning, and successful implementation in their lab projects.

    This year, the recipients of the award were Nicholas Ley from Upper Moreland High School and Alexander Saavedra from Abington High School. Both students applied their technical abilities throughout their work on various lab projects during the 2024-2025 academic year.

    “Part Demco Automation’s corporate outreach has been to provide awareness of STEM and manufacturing careers to educators, schools, students, and the regional community as a whole. Technical and STEM education is a rewarding career path and is critical to the competitiveness of our nation and region. These awards are one way to inspire technical innovation for our future technicians and Engineers.” stated Stephen Maund, President & CEO of Demco Automation.

    The Innovation Award is funded by Demco Automation through the EASTERN Foundation, who’s purpose is to encourage students in their pursuit of career ambitions that were developed and strengthened by attending EASTERN.

    Information about Eastern can be found at Eastern Center for the Arts & Technology

    Career information at Demco Automation can be found at Demco Careers