Center Operations FY 2012-2013 Renewal Webcast
In preparation for the FY2012-2013 Cooperative Agreement Renewal cycle, Center Operations will conduct a Renewal webcast on Feb 23, 2012 from 1:00 – 2:30 pm EST. All centers are highly encouraged to participate in this webcast as it will cover the updates and changes in the Operating Plan Guidelines and MEP General Terms and Conditions applicable to your Cooperative Agreements’ Renewal for FY 2012-2013.
The webinar will highlight the changes to the format and content of your operating plan and changes to the MEP General Terms and Conditions and focus on the requirements for timely processing of your Cooperative Agreement.
Center Operations FY 2012-2013 Renewal Webcast
Feb 23, 2012, 1:00 – 2:30 pm EST
Click here view webinar details in MEIS
All presentation materials will be made available one day prior to the scheduled webinar date.
For questions, please contact Margie Robb (margaret.robb@nist.gov | 301-975-4176)
“Made in America” Webcast & Opportunities from
Edison Nation
Webcast: Bringing "Made in America" Back to American Innovation
Join us in a webcast on Thursday, February 9, at 2:00 pm EST to learn more about the Edison Nation Made in America program and what it can do for your manufacturing clients. The second retailer to participate in this program is PepBoys, who is looking for U.S. based manufacturers that are capable of and interested in making production quantities for four new product ideas. These products will be sold at PepBoys retail outlets and offered through their web store.
This is a great opportunity for U.S. based manufacturers to bid on making products with a guaranteed large distribution channel. The four product idea request for quotes and bid packages were sent out via GovDelivery late last week.
To join webcast click here.
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"Made in America" Opportunities from Pep Boys
Pep Boys is looking for U.S.-based manufacturers that are capable of making production quantities for four new product ideas. These products will be sold at Pep Boys retail outlets. This is the second “call for manufacturers” from the Edison Nation®/NIST MEP partnership to bolster U.S.-based manufacturing.
We need your help. This is a great opportunity for U.S.-based manufacturers to bid on making products with a guaranteed large distribution channel. Please send these requests out to your company networks. With the reach of the MEP network we can help to catalyze these new opportunities for U.S. companies.
For questions about the program or details about the products contact Caroline Ranghel Ashley (Ranghel@rti.org | 919-541-6822) by Feb. 24.
Please have companies submit quotes to Scott Dromms (scott.dromms@edisonnation.com | 704-369-7309) by Feb. 24.
We will be sending the following product RFQs out through Buy American:
- Drink Docker: A cupholder insert that automatically adjusts to any size drink
- Glow Guide: A guide that helps to easily locate an engine dipstick and tube
- Road Rage Steering Wheel Cover: A steering wheel cover that emits sounds
- Smart Phone Holder: A smart phone holder that fits into a car’s cupholder
For more information about this project with Edison Nation, please contact Dave Cranmer (David.Cranmer@nist.gov | 301-975-5753).
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Manufacturing Innovation 2012 – Early Bird Registration / Room Rate
May 5 – 9, 2012 we will be hosting our Manufacturing Innovation 2012 event in Orlando, FL. We will be returning once again to the Orlando World Center Marriott, which has proven to be an ideal location for our events each year. We have a few pricing options available for this year's event. For those purchasing a pass to the full event, the registration price is $995 through February 29th. From February 29th - March 27th the price will go up to $1,050 and then after March 27th the price will increase to $1,150 . . . so make sure to register early. In addition, to all access event passes, we do have options for attendees only planning to attend one or two days of the event. For pricing options or to register for the event, please visit our event site at www.mi2012.mepevents.com
In addition to early bird registration pricing, we have negotiated an early bird room rate with the hotel this year for the first 400 room nights that are booked. For those folks that book within the first 400 room nights you will receive a special rate of $165 / night. Once those rooms are sold out the event rate will increase to $195 / night. To reserve your hotel room by phone please contact Passkey Reservations at 800-266-9432 and be sure to reference Manufacturing Innovation 2012 when booking your room. You must reference the event to receive the discounted rate. Click here to reserve your hotel online.
For more information about the Manufacturing Innovation, please contact Kari Reidy (kari.reidy@nist.gov | 301-975-4919) or the Event Team at planner@mepevents.com.
What's Happening Around MEP!
Federal Register Notice - Manufacturing Council
A Federal Register Notice advising an opportunity to apply for the six vacant positions on the Manufacturing Council was recently released: click here for more information. It is currently open and will remain so until close of business on Thursday, February 9.
USPTO Hosting IP Webinar Series
If you are working with companies that either own patents or are developing IP (certainly your innovation clients), please encourage them to listen in on the two upcoming webinars:
How SMEs can apply for patents in foreign countries using the Patent Cooperation Treaty, PCT.
Tuesday, February 14th
1:00 - 2:15 ET
Click here for webinar link
1-877-668-4490
Access code: 992 071 657
Technology Valuation
Tuesday, March 13th
1:00 - 2:15 ET
Click here for webinar link
1-877-668-4490
Access code: 992 071 657
For more information about the USPTO webinars, please contact Clara Asmail (clara.asmail@nist.gov | 301-975-2239)
Job Opening: Manufacturing Specialist at TechHelp
TechHelp is Idaho’s Manufacturing Extension Center, and they are seeking a talented Manufacturing Specialist to help us deliver winning business, technical and training expertise to Idaho manufacturers. The Manufacturing Specialist will develop relationships with clients and provide consulting in the areas of E3 (Energy, Environment, and Economy), lean enterprise practices, business management, and growth and innovation. Click here to learn more.
Job Opening: Solar Energy Supply Chain Manufacturing Specialist
The Clean Energy Manufacturing Center of the BlueGreen Alliance Foundation is seeking a dynamic and skilled individual to join its Minneapolis, MN team. The primary function of this position will be to develop a tool to assess opportunities for companies interested in entering the solar energy supply chain and also to help determine a company's capabilities/qualifications to enter this market. The manufacturing specialist will also be expected to conduct workshops/seminars for manufacturers as well as advise individual companies concerning their potential role in the solar energy supply chain market. These activities take place nationally. Click here to learn more.
Rail Supply Change Connectivity Forum Events
Two regional Next Generation Rail Supply Chain Connectivity Forums events are scheduled for February 2012. These special events will connect rail OEMs and interested suppliers in support of intermodal transportation in the United States.
February 8, 2012
Sacramento, California - Woodlake Hotel Sacramento
Click here to register
February 14, 2012
Chicago, Illinois - Chicago Marriott O'Hare
Click here to register
For more information, contact Samm Bowman ( samm@nist.gov | 301-975-5978)
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MEP in the NEWS
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Making it in Vermont with the state's manufacturing industry. VMEC's Patricia Giavara was on local CBS affiliate. Watch now.
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February Forums help manufacturers build next generation railroads. Next Generation Rail Supply Chain Connectivity Forums - February 8 in Sacramento, CA and February 14 in Chicago, IL - will help U.S. manufacturers prepare for upcoming opportunities to become suppliers for next generation of railcars and locomotives. Read article.
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DOT Secretary Ray LaHood to Speak at the Next Generation Rail Supply Chain Forum in Sacramento. California Manufacturing Technology Consulting® (CMTC) and The Corporation for Manufacturing Excellence (MANEX) announced today that the Honorable Ray LaHood, U.S. Transportation Secretary, plans to travel to Sacramento to deliver a keynote address to approximately 200 participants scheduled to attend a special complimentary one-day forum to connect rail industry OEMs with U.S. suppliers in the manufacturing sector. Read article.
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Maine MEP cosponsor of leadership institute. mphasizing that innovation is the most profitable business strategy for manufacturers, the Maine Manufacturing Extension Partnership announces that it will again cosponsor the Innovation Engineering Leadership Institute. Read article.
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U.S. DOT Secretary LaHood travels to CA to talk rail. Freight rail is becoming a hot topic inside the United States, where U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood will travel to California to deliver his views on the subject. Read article.
- Made In Northeastern PA. NEPIRC has partnered with the Northeast Pennsylvania Business Journal to add a “Made in Northeastern PA” feature to the Journal’s monthly publication. The full-page feature will highlight the successful strategies of a prominent regional manufacturer. Each feature will be supported by expanded information and a company-hosted video. Learn more.
- Listen to Rich Scott at Quality Filters interview for an Australian radio program. In this interview, Rich mentions ATN, NIST-MEP, and Eureka Winning Ways assistance. Listen here.
Upcoming Events of Interest
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Next Generation Rail Supply Chain Connectivity Forum Events.The objective of the Next Generation Rail Supply Chain Connectivity Forum events are to attract U.S. manufacturers to the supply base for next generation rail equipment being procured in the U.S. These events will facilitate connections between rail industry Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and a broader domestic supply base, to include both traditional and non-traditional rail suppliers. Two forums are scheduled: February 8, 2012 in Sacramento, California (in partnership with MANEX & CMTC) and February 14, 2012 in Chicago, Illinois (in partnership with IMEC). Click here to learn more about these events and register online. For more information, please visit the Next Generation Rail Supply Chain site or contact Samm Bowmann (samm@nist.gov | 301-975-5978).
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February 8-10, 2012 Manufacturing-Works and Northwest College bring you the Innovation Engineering Leadership Institute (IELI).
Join us in Powell, Wyoming to experience an intensive management program providing business, government and not-for-profit leaders the tools to confidently lead in the creation, communication and commercialization of meaningfully unique ideas. Click here for more information. Contact: Matt Melinkovich, 307-567-8171
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On February 14th & 15th, The Texas Association of Manufacturers and the San Marcos Manufacturers Association will host the 2012 Texas Manufacturers Summit. The Summit is a chance to not only celebrate SMMA's 30 years of service to the San Marcos manufacturing community, but also to provide learning and networking through sessions covering all aspects of the industry. Check out the Summit Features for more information on topic overviews and Summit Schedules as we get closer to the event.
- On February 14 & 15, 2012, several thousand engineers and industrial buyers from around the country will meet in Cleveland at the 2012 North American Manufacturing Expo: Putting a Face on Manufacturing. Buyers will come to see-touch and meet the top solutions-providers in the U.S. and Canada. Both floors of the Galleria will feature Tier 1 and 2 suppliers and other suppliers to OEMs. The manufacturing exhibitors will feature custom components, sub-assemblies and assemblies. Speakers include: Roger Kilmer - Director MEP; Grady Cope - Chairman of the National Tooling and Machining Association; Jack Schron - President Jergens, Inc.
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Learn How to Use DLA Internet Bid Board System- DIBBS. Dare Improve to a Better Business Strategy? 85% of DLA’s solicitations are automated via DIBBS (DLA Internet Bid Board System)!
Next Webinar: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 2:00pm – 3:30pm EST
Becoming knowledgeable with DIBBS will allow companies access to:
- More business opportunities
- Easier process to submit quotes
- View and download important drawings
- Info on to compete for long term contract opportunities
Join this FREE webinar to learn how to expertly navigate this exciting system!
Future Dates Available
Wednesday, April 18, 2012 2:00 – 3:30pm EST
Wednesday, September 19, 2012 2:00 – 3:30pm EST
For more information, contact Samm Bowman ( samm@nist.gov | 301-975-5978)
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(AMT) Manufacturing 2012 Technology Forum Innovation has been the key to moving the manufacturing industry forward. I t ’s only through innovation that we can create the forward-thinking technologies of tomorrow -- the machines that will make advanced aerospace equipment , life-saving medical devices, and everyday products that simply improve the quality of life. But how will you learn about these innovations? How can they advance your business? Explore innovation’s next frontier and more at the Association for Manufacturing Technology (AMT) Manufacturing 2012 Technology Forum March 7-8, 2012 , in Orlando, Fla.Register for the event.
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Training Opportunities From MEP University
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