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  • August 28, 2024

Manufacturing Roundtable: “The Other Side of Automation”

Automation is without a doubt the way of the future in manufacturing. But automation is not just bringing in robots and machines to replace labor. It is about retaining good paying jobs and increasing efficiency in the workplace. Join the Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce to hear from <strong>Todd Basque</strong>, an engineer from CryoXtract Instruments who has vast experience in consulting and working with manufacturing employers around Massachusetts, including many in Central Mass. Todd will provide his insight, including misconceptions about the benefits and drawbacks of automation, how automation enhances efficiency, and how it can be leveraged to positively impact workforce and employment. Also MassMEP's very own <strong>Ellen Ellsworth</strong>, Innovative Growth Services Director, joins them to talk about her experiences advising manufacturers around the state about preparing for future growth. Please register below! [mep_register url="https://business.worcesterchamber.org/events/details/manufacturing-roundtable-12-6-23-the-other-side-of-automation-16684"]
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  • August 28, 2024

“Shine Bright” A Holiday Party – Partner Event: WiM Massachusetts

WiM Massachusetts invites you to our annual ÔShine Bright!’ Holiday Party on Wednesday, December 13th, 2023. Join us to learn more about WiM, connect with our local WiM Massachusetts Chapter, and meet female/male professionals from a wide variety of area companies. There will be complimentary appetizers and beverages. 6:00 p.m. - 6:15 p.m. | Guests arrive 6:15 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. | Enjoy Appetizers and Beverages 7:00 p.m. - 7:05 p.m. | Welcoming Remarks from Wendy Dalwin and Bonnie Perkins 7:05 p.m. - 7:20 p.m. | Guest speaker- Andrea Pion, VP of National Client Programs, Davis companies 7:20 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. | Networking Location: Charles River Museum of Industry & Innovation 154 Moody Street Waltham, Massachusetts 02453 Cost to Attend: WiM Member = $20 Nonmember = $30 [mep_register url="https://www.womeninmanufacturing.org/events/wim-massachusetts-shine-bright-a-holiday-party/register"]
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  • August 28, 2024

The Transition to a Clean Energy Future – Partner Event: AIM

On September 1, 2023, each investor-owned electric distribution company operating in Massachusetts was required to submit individual Electric Sector Modernization Plans (ESMPs) under the landmark 2022 climate and energy law. ESMPs are meant to allow the utilities to look out towards 2050, with the goal of achieving Net Zero, to determine what infrastructure will be necessary. As a first step in the review process, each ESMP was submitted to the statutorily-created Grid Modernization Advisory Council (GMAC), which will have until Monday, November 20, 2023 to review the entire proposals and to provide feedback. After nearly a year of development, National Grid has filed their ESMP – known as "Future Grid” – which proposes historic investments aimed at achieving the Commonwealth’s ambitious 2050 net-zero emissions goal. Future Grid provides a roadmap for the electrification of transportation and heating, and the integration of renewable and distributed resources. The plan also seeks to build resilience in the face of a changing climate and more extreme weather. Specifically, the plans proposed investments in distribution infrastructure over the 5-and-10-year horizons as well as an assessment of expected electric demand growth and needs through 2050. We know that implementing this plan is both challenging and exciting. And we know that we can’t do it alone. Through the ESMP process, National Grid has engaged with hundreds of stakeholders across the Commonwealth, including government officials, municipalities, environmental and environmental justice advocates, nonprofit groups, business associations and labor representatives. We look forward to building upon these relationships, and to working with you, as we transition to a clean energy future. Join Nicola Medalova, Chief Operating Officer of Electric for National Grid in New England, state and local policymakers, as well as business leaders, to learn more about Future Grid and how the transition to a reliable and resilient clean energy future will impact the Commonwealth’s business community. 8:00am - 8:30am: Breakfast and Networking 8:30am - 10:00am: Keynote and Panel Discussion [mep_register url="https://my.aimnet.org/Register-for-an-Event-Class/Meeting-Home-Page?MeetingId={E83EFA14-3552-EE11-BE6F-000D3A578D5D}"]
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  • August 28, 2024

Machine Incorporated: MFG Day 2022 Plant Tours

Machine Incorporated invites any and all interested in the manufacturing industry to tour our shop during the month of October! We are a production aerospace CNC machine shop and we utilize automation and robotics to help increase productivity. Manufacturing is an integral part of our economy and it is small shops like ours that keep this industry going. We look forward to meeting everyone and to share what we do! If there are any questions don't hesitate to reach out! [mep_register url="https://www.mfgday.com/events/machineincorporated-mfgday22/"]
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  • August 28, 2024

Machine Incorporated: MFG Day 2022 Plant Tours

Machine Incorporated invites any and all interested in the manufacturing industry to tour our shop during the month of October! We are a production aerospace CNC machine shop and we utilize automation and robotics to help increase productivity. Manufacturing is an integral part of our economy and it is small shops like ours that keep this industry going. We look forward to meeting everyone and to share what we do! If there are any questions don't hesitate to reach out! [mep_register url="https://www.mfgday.com/events/machineincorporated-mfgday22/"]
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  • August 28, 2024

4 Steps to Faster Growth and Greater Quality of Life

<p style="text-align: center"><img class="alignnone wp-image-27345 size-medium" src="https://massmep.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/10.12.22-1-300x300.png" alt="" width="300" height="300" /></p> <p style="text-align: left">If you’re an Owner, President, or CEO who wants to quickly grow the business but stress and a lack of free time are destroying your quality of life, this is for you. You’ll discover how leaders of small and medium companies are growing their top and bottom line while regaining control of their time, recharging their energy, and increasing their quality of life in as little as 10 weeks.</p> Register today for this webinar as Paul Serafino will share the 4-step strategy on this transformation leadership training session. MassMEP will also have a representative to speak on our role with Paul and how we can help you through the funding process. Key Takeaways: <ul> <li>A simple plan to crush stress and go all-in on strategic growth...without having to wait for retirement to finally enjoy your family.</li> <li>Why being more efficient is NOT a good strategy to reclaim your time...and how you can double or triple your output working just 40 hours/week.</li> <li>The secret technique to re-energize yourself on demand... even if you've been stuck in chaos and exhaustion for YEARS.</li> </ul> [mep_register url="https://massmep-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_3EnYh3ERTRya6_-W3bNQkw"]
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  • August 28, 2024

Countdown to CMMC Compliance

<img class="wp-image-21677 aligncenter" src="https://massmep.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/tbd-vpreveil-2.jpg" alt="" width="286" height="214" /> <p id="register">CMMC is less than a year away from becoming a rule. On <strong>June 24th</strong>, organizations in the defense industrial base (DIB) will have the chance to get guidance and clarity from <strong>top DoD officials</strong> on program timelines and their responsibility to comply with CMMC and DFARS 7012.</p> Join PreVeil and some of the nation’s largest Manufacturing Extension Partnerships (MEPs) as they host an important conversation with top DoD officials <strong>Mr David McKeown (DoD CISO)</strong> and <strong>Ms Stacy Bostjanick (CMMC,Director)</strong>. These speakers will provide guidance on: <ul> <li>Important <strong>CMMC program updates</strong></li> <li>Expected <strong>changes to program timelines</strong></li> <li>Contractor <strong>obligations under DFARS 7012</strong></li> </ul> By attending this webinar, DIB organizations will understand changes to the CMMC program, how they can best prepare themselves and the importance of getting their compliance programs started. <strong>Sign up today and reserve your seat.</strong>   [mep_register url="https://www.preveil.com/dod-countdown-to-compliance/?utm_source=active+campaign&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=email_4&utm_source=ActiveCampaign&utm_medium=email&utm_content=%5Bwebinar%5D+DoD+CMMC+Program+Chief+%26+CISO+to+Share+Key+CMMC+Updates&utm_campaign=DoD+Webinar+email+4#register"]   <img class="wp-image-25878 aligncenter" src="https://massmep.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Screen-Shot-2022-06-09-at-8.27.38-AM-1024x485.png" alt="" width="825" height="391" /> <img class=" wp-image-25879 aligncenter" src="https://massmep.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Screen-Shot-2022-06-09-at-8.29.18-AM-1024x229.png" alt="" width="846" height="189" />  
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  • August 28, 2024

Scan To Quality Reporting with Functional 3D

<img class="wp-image-24543 size-full aligncenter" src="https://massmep.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/qa_inspection_report_570308-300x162-1.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="162" />   <em>Measurement is the first step in quality control, the foundation of improvement and critical to Customer satisfaction. How can 3D scanning technology improve your quality reporting?</em> 3D offers very real benefits to small and medium-sized manufacturers in a variety of areas. Polaris MEP has teamed up with 3D scanning specialist Christopher Wilczewski for a series of fast-paced webinars about the applications of 3D scanning in manufacturing. This second "episode” in our Spring 2022 series focuses on the potential benefits of 3D scanning as it relates to quality. Attendees will learn how 3D scans could improve the quality reports provided to customers, increasing satisfaction. The technology also can be used to confirm that the parts you receive from your suppliers meet your expectations – or even modify them to fit your needs. For example, are you struggling with a plastic part and can’t figure out why? A 3D scan could help you spot deformations AND the data can be used to modify molds to produce the correct shape. <h4>WHAT TO EXPECT</h4> 1) Overview of the advantages of 3D scanning for measurement vs. manual quality 2) Best practices / lessons learned for leveraging 3D scans to improve quality reporting and/or automating GD&T reports 3) Insights on how the technology can be used to improve quality of parts received from suppliers 4) Manufacturer Mini-Success Story <h4>WHO SHOULD ATTEND</h4> <ul> <li>Owners, Founders, senior executives of RI manufacturing companies</li> <li>Engineering, Quality leads</li> </ul> <h4>ABOUT THE TRAINER</h4> <img class="size-full wp-image-24540 alignright" src="https://massmep.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/headshot12-1-2021-293x300-1.png" alt="" width="293" height="300" /> Christopher Wilczewski is the Founder and CEO of Functional 3D, a 3D scanning service and consulting company based in Providence, RI. The focus of Functional 3D is to bring the value of 3D capture technology without the large upfront costs and time associated with integrating this kind of technology. Industries supported include commercial construction, manufacturing, design and historical preservation with projects as small as a Revolutionary War era flint to as large as a 17-story building in New York City. Prior to starting his own firm, Christopher was an engineer and account manager at FARO Technologies, one of the leading manufacturers of 3D capture technologies. There he had the opportunity to learn and develop workflows in various fields and organizations across the US igniting his passion for the technology. Christopher is a member of DesignXRI and the Rhode Island Manufacturing Association.     [mep_register url="https://polarismep.org/event/scan-to-quality-reporting-with-functional-3d/"]
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  • August 28, 2024

All Love in the MassMEP House of Lean

  [caption id="attachment_22213" align="aligncenter" width="300"]<a href="https://massmep-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_aA36vKD7TRq9G1glZH4Ogw"><img class="size-medium wp-image-22213" src="https://massmep.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/houseofleanlove-300x214.png" alt="" width="300" height="214" /></a> MassMEP House of Lean Information Session 2.14.22[/caption]   Happy Valentine's Day! Join the MassMEP House of Lean SME's, Henry Hall and Brian Harvey for a one-hour information session on how to build your "House of Lean" with MassMEP. Henry and Brian will take you through the "plans" on how the house of lean is built from the ground up...Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Kaizen, Lean 101 and more. Get your hard hats ready for some "house"key takeaways to improve a manufacturers process and make the top line, bottom line and pipeline lean! While this is a valentine's event, Henry and Brian are sure to add some humor for you to use for April Fool's Day too!! [mep_register url="https://massmep-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_aA36vKD7TRq9G1glZH4Ogw"]
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  • August 28, 2024

What is the Role of Technology in the Workforce of the Future?

This event will convene leaders from various industries of the economy to discuss how technology is necessary for their businesses as well as the state’s economic competitiveness. Living in a post-pandemic world, businesses are more dependent on technology than ever before, in order to reach customers and operate efficiently. What should businesses be doing now to ensure they are as competitive as possible, what investments need to be made to prepare for the future and what role do policymakers and elected officials play in this topic. This panel includes Ashley Greenspan, Public Affairs Manager at Crown Castle, Cole W. Camplese, Vice President for Information Technology and Chief Information Officer at Northeastern University, Claudia Tucker, Senior Vice President at Teladoc Health, and Edmund Donnelly, Area Manager, External Affairs, State Legislative and Regulatory Affairs at AT&T Inc.. The panel will be moderated by John Sutich, Vice President, State Government Relations at Comcast Corporation and Brooke Thomson, Executive Vice President of Government Affairs at AIM.   [mep_register url="https://my.aimnet.org/Register-for-an-Event-Class/Meeting-Home-Page?MeetingId=%7bF99AAC8D-6A20-EC11-8119-000D3A044486%7d"]
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