ST.
PAUL, Minn., Sept. 26,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- 3M
has launched the second season of 3M Clash of the Grinders, a video series
featuring a head-to-head metalworking and welding competition that
brings together the best and brightest students from welding
schools across the United States.
3M's Abrasive System Division held the week-long event featured in
the video series in Minneapolis
this summer, where 12 contestants competed for a $15,000 grand prize sponsored by 3M.
The first episode is now streaming on YouTube. The series will
feature a total of eight episodes, airing weekly through
Nov. 12.
Season 2 of 3M Clash of the
Grinders dives deeper into the personal stories of our competitors,
following their journeys and showcasing their skills. Watch as they
tackle challenges that test their mettle and introduce them to the
top 3M™ Cubitron™ 3 and Scotch-Brite™ abrasives.
"The skilled trades, including welding, are the backbone of our
infrastructure and manufacturing sectors," said Alisa Schilmoeller, 3M's Abrasive Solutions
marketing manager and Clash of the Grinders program lead. "Through
this competition, 3M aims to spark
interest and raise awareness of welding and skilled trades as
exciting and rewarding career paths for young viewers."
According to the American Welding Society, the U.S. now faces a
shortage of over 400,000 welders. This presents an opportunity for
young people to enter a field with high demand, competitive wages,
and immense potential for career growth.
This competition was made possible through the generous support
and partnerships with 3M Gives,
National Coalition of Certification Centers, Weld.com, sponsor
Linde, and guest host Nate Bowman,
also known as @WeldScientist on social media.
About 3M:
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of people, ideas and science to reimagine what's possible, our
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our customers, communities, and planet. Learn how we're working to
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