Manufacturing 2.0
Rock River Valley manufacturing experts discuss the many facets of manufacturing: technology, education, training, events, people and any other aspects of this important segment of our economy. They’ll use this blog to get the word out and solicit feedback on local and global manufacturing. They hope to better engage our employers, employees and our future work force and increase their understanding of manufacturing.

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Government Contracts and Local Resources

Add comment October 22nd, 2009

In reading Community Voices Board member Mike Ward’s comments in Sunday’s paper up “stir up manufacturing in getting government contracts”, I wanted to identify some of the activity that is taking place.

Congressman Manzullo has been a strong advocate for manufacturing as well as a supporter for local manufacturers to get federal contracts.

The Illinois Procurement Technical Assistance Center at Rock Valley College headed by John DiGiacomo is located at the Eigerlab.  This agency has conducted numerous seminars, regularly assist small, local manufacturers in counseling the “how-to’s” of local, state and federal government contracts and recently hosted a seminar on contracting with local government.  In the past they’ve dealt with federal contracts.

Megan McKinney of Supplycore, a leading supplier to the federal government, frequently coordinates seminars dealing with government contracts.  In 2009, they’ve coordinated 7 seminars including one on defense contracts. Nov. 5th the US Navy will talk about the Navy’s efforts globally as well as within the Navy Region Midwest and how best private industry can support them.

Kelli Elliot of the Eigerlab publishes a weekly “Eigerlog” that highlights upcoming events including government sourcing seminars.

These and other sources are available for the asking.

Access to Innovation in a Challenging Economy

Add comment October 19th, 2009

A FREE half-day workshop for Illinois Manufacturing Companies; Sponsored by the Illinois Coalition for Manufacturing Innovation

Argonne National Laboratories, Illinois Institute of Technology and Chicago Manufacturing Center are teaming up with the SBA and the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce to provide executive-level insights on how manufacturing companies are taking innovative steps to stay competitive in a global economy.

When: Wednesday, November 4 from 7:30 am – 1 pm

Where: Harper College, Wojeck Conference Center

Building W,  1200 W Algonquin Road, Palatine, IL

Who should attend: Presidents, Chief Operating Officers, General Managers, VP Manufacturing, Director of Operations, Plant Managers, Director Supply Chain Procurement, Marketing Directors

Program Overview:

The Need for Innovation: David Baker, VP External Relations, Illinois Institute of Technology

How to Gain Access to Capital and Compete Globally

Panel:  Robert Esquivel, Finance Chief, Small Business Administration; David Hansberger, President, Applied Strategies International; Mark Ryczek, Vice President, Business Banking, National City; Moderator: Bonnie Richter, Director, Illinois Small Business Development Center

How to Gain Access to Technology and Supporting Funding

Panel: Philip Nash, Ph.D, Mechanical, Materials & Aerospace Engineering, IIT;  Ed Daniels, Director, Argonne National Laboratory; Guy Brada, Chief Metallurgist, A. Finkl & Sons Co.; Moderator: Jamal Yagoobi, Chair, Mechanical, Materials & Aerospace Engineering, IIT

                                   

The Need for Innovation – Legislation and Policy

Panel: Eric Mittelstadt, CEO, National Council for Advanced Manufacturing; Lance Pressl, President, Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce Foundation Moderator: Demetria Giannisis, President, Chicago Manufacturing Center

Networking Lunch – Issues and Opportunities

SPACE IS LIMITED; Register on-line at: www.innovatenow.us/icmi

Five Reasons to Attend FABTECH 2009

Add comment October 16th, 2009

 …and a free pass to get into the exhibition… Free

Find Your “Made in USA” Products

Add comment October 15th, 2009

In just a month since its official launch, a new Web site MadeInUSA has signed up more than 350,000 U.S.-based companies looking to encourage consumers to “be American and buy American.”  see the story and web link … here

Maufacturing Matchmaking Event in Crystal Lake

Add comment October 15th, 2009

One-on-one meetings with local and big-name manufacturers, government organizations and non-profits that help manufacturers, as well as international trade missions and consulates.   Breakfast and lunch included and it’s all FREE!! Matchmaking

Made in the USA: New Web Site Promotes American Products

1 comment October 14th, 2009

In just a month since its official launch, a new Web site MadeInUSA has signed up more than 350,000 U.S.-based companies looking to encourage consumers to “be American and buy American.”  see the story and web link … here

UK Looks to Lower Debt, a Good Idea for the US

Add comment October 14th, 2009

Now here’s a good approach that could lower US debt as well.  Looks similar to the local Venues committee and their approach…  here

U.S. Chamber Report Projects 1 Million Green Job Losses

Add comment October 4th, 2009

….if Efforts to Weaken IP Rights Prevail…. here

The Next Youth-Magnet Cities

2 comments September 30th, 2009

 Interesting to read about what will draw the college graduates…the 10 U.S. cities most likely to emerge as “youth magnet” cities after the recession—popular target destinations among young, college-educated, often single people setting out to start a career, find a mate or both… Hip

Eigerlab Programs Upcoming

Add comment September 29th, 2009

Attend CHIP class, learn about Government contracts, Patents OSHA and much more…see it here…  eigerlog-20090928.pdf

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