Update From the AEMT General Manager
The last issue of Renew showcased Houghton International's collaboration with MSc students to reduce emissions in equipment repair and replacement. Siemens is employing AI to make machinery interactions more intuitive. Furthermore, recent discussions with members have highlighted innovative approaches to addressing the skills gap and reducing emissions. For example, AEMT member Rotamec has partnered with local colleges to develop a tailored apprenticeship scheme.
A new partnership between the AEMT and Climate Action for Associations (CAFA) aims to engage the repair industry in reducing their emissions while aiding other industries in doing the same. The Association's working groups, launched this year, generate excellent content, case studies, and resources on these topics. The AEMT Resource Hub is continually updated with relevant content to support members in addressing their biggest challenges.
A key concern for members is the skills gap in recruits and the challenge of attracting talent to the industry. The AEMT is pleased to announce a partnership with UniFrog to strengthen the relationship between the industry and school graduates. This partnership will highlight the crucial role of the repair industry in maintaining the world's operations, ensuring power generation, water supply, product manufacturing, and maintaining low emissions within a circular economy.
A recent UniFrog study surveyed up to 11,000 individuals aged 11-18, revealing that climate action, equality, mental well-being, and employment opportunities are top priorities for them when considering potential employers. With the support of AEMT's services, the repair industry is wellpositioned to attract these young talents. The next step is to ensure that electrical and mechanical apprenticeships include comprehensive training on electric motor design, identification, fault finding, testing, and repair. A new working group will soon be formed to address this challenge. In the meantime, the educational resources on the AEMT website are regularly updated to provide current and valuable information.
If you have any comments or would like to speak to me about any of the above points, please don't hesitate to contact me at thomas@theaemt.com or call 01904 674 899.
