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North Carolina Molding Manufacturer Bursts onto the Pharmaceutical Scene with Help from NCMEP Partner
The past two years have resulted in many challenges for manufacturers but some manufacturers were given unforeseen opportunities in a few instances. Core Technology is one of those fortunate manufacturers whose capabilities enable them to provide pharmaceutical companies with the materials needed for mass vaccine delivery. Core Technology reached out to North Carolina Manufacturing Extension […]
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Dry Ice Manufacturer Gains Traction During the Pandemic With Help From NCMEP Partner
Dry Ice was a pivotal invention in the early 20th century. It enabled food to be shipped out farther, last longer and allowed farmers to reap the benefits of a long-distance customer base. When in transit, dry ice prevents bacterial growth and slows decay, resulting in crisper, fresher, and flavorful food for as long as […]
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MEMS Manufacturer Taps NCMEP Partner for Internal Auditing Support
No manufacturer is an island. In order to keep an organization running, they have to seek external assistance. Whether that is to build their supply chain, to pass inspections to ensure health and safety measures are being taken or in this case to renew an ISO certification. When it was time to renew their ISO […]
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Customized Training to Support Global Safety Program
Founded in 1899, VF Corporation is the parent company to some of the most iconic brands in the world. It is one of the world’s largest apparel, footwear and accessories companies that includes the likes of Vans®, The North Face®, Timberland® and Dickies®.
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Mechatronics Re-Envisioned
CPCC—a National Leader in Workforce Development Central Piedmont Community College (CPCC) has been a part of the Charlotte landscape for almost 50 years, becoming a national leader in workforce development. Their Mechatronics Engineering Technology program is well regarded across the state and prepares students for jobs with many of the area’s leading advanced manufacturing companies. […]
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Aiming for Top Line Growth in a Mature Market
For many companies, the mature market stage of the business cycle presents unique challenges. The strategies an organization employs during its growth stage might be quite different from the plans they make as a start-up. And while each phase can be complicated, the maturity stage can be particularly complex, especially if you’re aiming for top-line growth. […]
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Quality, All Day
Southbend was subject to lengthy third-party inspection of its export products, resulting in sluggish shipping times and dissatisfied customers. With ISO 9001 certification, they were able to dramatically decrease time to international markets.
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Closing the Gaps: United Plastics Corporation Renews Focus On Quality
An outdated quality management system threatened the business relationships of United Plastics, an automotive industry supplier. ISO Overview Training from Industry Expansion Solutions helped realize annual cost savings of approximately $100,000, >$1m new investment.
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Designing a Flow for Growth
At SynTec, a manufacturer of state-of-the-art school bus seats, an overcrowded manufacturing facility posed potential safety hazards for workers. IES Industrial Engineering Services were able to eliminate congestion and increase production units while decreasing overtime hours.
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