April 2018
Manufacturing
Update
The Manufacturing Update is a bi-monthly electronic newsletter from Industry Expansion Solutions with up-to-date manufacturing news. Below you can view past issues.
Manufacturing Roundtable Discussion—Education, Attitude and Technology
NCMEP Director Phil Mintz and NCMEP Advisory Board Member Jerry Pedley both participated in Business North Carolina magazine’s recent Manufacturing Round Table discussion. The group addressed the 21st century challenges that come with attracting high-tech companies to North Carolina, along with educating and training a talented workforce for those jobs.
Lead Stories
Manufacturer Decreases Time To Market with ISO 9001 Certification
A leading NC commercial kitchen equipment manufacturer’s shipments were being held up en route to international destinations, waiting for third-party inspections. As customer satisfaction began to wane, this company made a move to improve sluggish shipping times with ISO 9001 certification.
It’s Here! ISO 45001
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has recently released the new ISO 45001 standard for Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems (OHSMS). ISO 45001 provides a framework to improve employee safety, reduce workplace risks and create better and safer conditions for workers everywhere. The new standard will replace OHSAS 18001.
Share Your “Aha!” Moment
Have you had unexpected or unparalleled success with a workplace initiative? Consider sharing with your peers, and becoming a thought leader in the manufacturing sector! MFGCON 2018 is now accepting speaker proposals for its September 2018 conference in downtown Durham, NC. If you have a unique take on workforce development, process or production optimization, leadership, or business growth and innovation, submit your proposal by April 20.
Winner of Free Pass to mfgCON
Congratulations to Joanna Shere of Steele Rubber! Joanna has won a free pass to MFGCON 2018, which will take place in Durham, NC over September 18–19. Joanna was entered for the chance to win the pass by filling out our programming survey. Thanks to everyone who participated! Your input helped us determine the tracks for the 2018 conference, and will continue to guide us as we develop the full agenda.
New to mfgCON 2018—Robotics Pre-Conference Workshop
Due to the popularity of the robotics panel discussion at mfgCON 2017, the North Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership (NCMEP) will hold a robotics pre-conference workshop on September 17, 2018.
Cybersecurity Awareness Toolkit for Government Contractors and Other Industry Sectors
May mfgNC Connections Event—Register Now
Fairystone Fabrics, the 2017 NCMEP Leadership Award Winner for Workforce Development, is a leading North Carolina textile manufacturer, specializing in warping, warp knitting and sueding. Join us for our May mfgNC Connections event as we hear from them about their workforce development best practices and plant tour. We’ll also tour the Alamance Community College’s Advanced Applied Technology Center,
NC State Engineers Design Model for Better Food Banks
Food banks often operate under a cloud of uncertainty. Will donations come this week? Will transportation be available to deliver the food? Researchers at NC State have developed new computer models that will help make equitable and effective distribution possible, while also reducing food waste.
Come visit us at the IndustryWeek conference
The North Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership (NCMEP) will be at the IndustryWeek Manufacturing & Technology Conference & Expo, May 8–10 in Raleigh. Come visit at booth 825 booth on the expo floor and learn more about continuous improvement, operational excellence or workforce development solutions—or just say hi! The Industry Week conference is a great place to connect with over 1,500 senior manufacturing professionals from all over the country, and stay current on the latest developments in advanced manufacturing. Use code PM18 if you’re interested in obtaining a reduced rate for a conference package pass.
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Upcoming Courses
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Practical Project Management
24-Hour HazMat Technician-Level for Emergency Response
ISO FDIS 45001 Overview
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