Franklin Students Tour Local Manufacturing Facility
Students from two local high schools explored career paths in manufacturing at the 200,000-square-foot APCOM site.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Secondary Education
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Students from Centennial High School and Nolensville High School recently toured the APCOM facility in Franklin to learn about careers in local manufacturing. The visit coincided with the annual Manufacturing Day, an event held in October to expose students to industry operations and career paths.
Why it matters
Local students are connecting with regional employers to explore future career paths in sectors like HVAC and water heating. By observing daily operations, students gain a clearer understanding of the skills required for technical roles in the manufacturing industry.
The visit included 24 students from Nolensville High School and focused on a 200,000-square-foot facility. These figures reflect participation in an annual regional effort to bridge the gap between classroom learning and industrial career paths.
The players
APCOM
A Franklin-based manufacturer that produces components for the water heating, HVAC, foodservice, and medical industries.
Nolensville High School
A Williamson County secondary school that participated in the site visit.
Centennial High School
A local secondary school whose students toured the manufacturing facility.
The details
During the tour, students received an overview of the manufacturing and distribution processes used to create components for the HVAC, foodservice, and medical industries. They also interacted directly with employees to discuss the specific skills and educational paths necessary to secure positions in modern manufacturing environments.
Timeline
October 2026: Students observed Manufacturing Day through site tours.
The Home Front
This visit follows the pattern set by the national Manufacturing Day initiative to promote local vocational interest. Such programs aim to align local career education with the operational needs of major regional employers.
Families interested in regional career pathways can watch for local school calendars regarding upcoming industry partnerships and internship fairs. Parents can help students identify local manufacturing sectors that align with their technical or engineering interests.
The takeaway
Manufacturing Day serves as a vital bridge for students considering technical careers in Williamson County. Parents can support this by encouraging students to research the various industries supported by local facilities like APCOM.
Further reading
Learn more about local academic initiatives in the Secondary Education section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Williamson Source.
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