NCMEP is a Proud Supporter of Coolest Things Made in NC
NCMEP is proud to announce its participation as a supporting organization for the NC Chamber’s...
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NCMEP Launches Emergency Assistance Program in Response to COVID-19 Disruption
The North Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership (NCMEP) today announced it has received a $1.5 million federal award for small and medium size manufacturers to prevent, prepare for and respond to the COVID-19 pandemic....
Read MoreCARES Funding to Support Manufacturers During Pandemic
It is anticipated that the North Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership (NCMEP) will receive federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and. Economic Security Act (CARES) funding to expand services and help manufacturers respond to...
Read MoreNCMEP Administrator helping fight the COVID-19 virus
In mid-March, NC State’s Phil Mintz received a request from the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) asking for “volunteers who can donate and provide and/or produce within two weeks large-scale quantities of critical...
Read MoreLocal manufacturers to produce health care gear
NCMEP partners NC State Industry Expansion Solutions (IES), the Economic Development Partnership of NC (EDPNC) and the Manufacturing Solutions Center have all stepped up and joined forces with a group of manufacturing companies...
Read MoreCOVID-19 Supplier Form
The North Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership (NCMEP) is building a database of companies with certain capabilities during this critical time. There are over 20 critical supplies needed to respond to COVID-19. If your...
Read MoreCOVID-19 Guidance and Resources for Small and Medium Size Manufacturers
The North Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership (NCMEP) is a network of six North Carolina organizations that provide extension services designed to enhance the productivity, innovative capacity and technological...
Read MoreCOVID-19 (Coronavirus) Resources
COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Resources NCMEP is assisting manufacturers with learning about the types of materials and equipment in the most need and how to pivot their business to meet the need. Through our statewide partnerships, we...
Read MoreInspiring the Next Generation of Manufacturers
It’s never too early to think about Manufacturing Day (MFG Day). This annual event, celebrating manufacturing and inspiring the next generation of manufacturers, is held on the first Friday of October, although any day can be...
Read MoreCybersecurity Resiliency For Defense Contractors
This event has been postponed – a future date and location is to be determined. With the Department of Defense (DoD) ramping up its focus on cybersecurity for the supply chain, manufacturers will need to take specific steps to...
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The Importance of Productivity
A manufacturer is only as successful as their level of productivity. Productivity also matters for...
Read MoreMost Sustainable Building in the Southeast Built Using Recycled Bricks From NC Manufacturer
Charlotte businessman James Kolodziey, noticed his customers were throwing away tons of industrial-grade ceramic every month. He wanted to turn one man’s trash to another man’s treasure. Thus, the inception of Green Leaf, a...
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