Future Engineers at Work: Frog Force 503 Gets Hands-On Metal Fabrication Experience at BLM Group USA!
By Ashutosh Arora
In a dynamic effort to bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world industry exposure, BLM Group USA recently hosted a group of aspiring engineers from the Frog Force 503 robotics team of Novi High School. The event, held at BLM Group USA’s North American headquarters and Solution Center, offered students a rare, behind-the-scenes look into the cutting-edge technologies shaping the modern metal fabrication industry.
A proud sponsor of Frog Force 503, BLM Group USA welcomed 25 students and their team coaches for a day filled with live demonstrations, hands-on learning, and career inspiration. The students, who design and build robots for national robotics competitions, had the opportunity to interact with advanced machinery including the LTX tube laser, the LS7 flat sheet laser, the ProBend 205-60 press brake, and BLM’s proprietary ArTube software—a powerful platform used for designing tube components.
“Watching the Frog Force 503 team pour passion into their robot during the 2025 season was truly inspiring,” said Kenny Criger, Applications Manager at BLM Group USA. “They’re brimming with creativity and technical curiosity. We hope that this visit not only ignites new ideas for their 2026 robot but also helps shape their future careers in engineering and manufacturing. Given our proximity, we’re excited to play a continued role in their development.”
The collaboration between BLM and Frog Force 503 is more than just a sponsorship—it’s a meaningful partnership built on a shared commitment to innovation, education, and empowering the next generation of problem solvers. By providing students with access to professional-grade equipment and expertise, BLM Group USA is giving them a head start in understanding how engineering concepts translate into real manufacturing solutions.
“This tour was amazing,” said Konark Sahoo, Electrical Group Lead for Frog Force 503. “I think a lot of this technology is stuff other robotics teams would really desire every season. I’m excited and grateful we got to visit—it’s definitely going to inspire us in building our next robot.”
The visit served as a powerful reminder of the impact that industry-education collaborations can have on student engagement, technical learning, and future career aspirations. As these high schoolers prepare for future competitions and potentially even careers in STEM fields, their interaction with real-world tools and technologies helps solidify their understanding and drive.
Looking ahead, both BLM Group USA and the students of Frog Force 503 hope to deepen their partnership, using experiences like these to fuel educational growth and innovation. With initiatives like this, BLM is not only shaping metal but also shaping the minds of tomorrow’s engineering leaders.
