Oakland County is directing $15 million toward the purchase of 250 new 3D printers for the next phase of a program designed to deliver additive manufacturing capabilities to small companies.
Oakland County today announced it is designating $15 million in funding for Phase 2 of Project DIAMOnD, a program that was launched in 2020 to accelerate digital transformation by distributing 300 3-D printers to small and medium-size manufacturers at no cost.
MITechNews Editor and Publisher Mike Brennan interviews MEDC Senior Vice President of Small Business Solutions Natalie Chmiko about updates to Michigan's Industry 4.0 Support Program. The MEDC seeks to have 6,200 of Michigan's 12,000 manufacturers utilizing at least some Industry 4.0 technology within the next two years.
SME featured Automation Alley Tom Kelly as a voice for Industry 4.0 adoption and disruption in the manufacturing industry. Topics include partnership with The World Economic Forum, Project Diamond and Integr8.
The need for flexibility, resiliency and efficiency in a fast-changing manufacturing environment takes center stage at Integr8 2023. The conference will address the social, economic and environmental challenges of Industry 4.0. Featured events include a 3D Printing Pitch Competition sponsored by MEDC and a keynote speaker presentation by Dr. Thomas Schuelke, President of Fraunhofer USA. Discounts are available for early bird registration. Speaking and sponsorship opportunities are also available.
Forbes features Automation Alley's Project DIAMOnD and its potential to become the world’s largest network for 3D printing physical objects on demand. Project Diamond is set to not only assist in creating emergency response items, but also a network for manufactures to collaborate and create new intellectual properties.
Governor Gretchen Whitmer joined the Michigan Economic Development Corporation today to announce Michigan has received the top award in the nation from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) State Trade Expansion Program for the upcoming fiscal year. Michigan received $1.4 million in federal grant funds – the maximum amount awarded by the SBA – to help Michigan small businesses grow in the state through increased access to global markets.
The industry-wide shift to more automation, big data, and robotics may ultimately expand opportunities for women who previously lacked access to more traditional manufacturing roles.
Quentin Messer Jr., CEO of Michigan Economic Development Corp., Tom Kelly, CEO of Automation Alley & Tim Slusser, director of city of Detroit’s Mobility Office talk with CBS 62's Michigan Matters on the electric economy.
The U.S. center for advanced manufacturing in Troy was hailed Wednesday by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and other top officials who said the research hub will create additional economic opportunity for Michigan.
Automation Alley, in partnership with the World Economic Forum, today launched the U.S. Centre for Advanced Manufacturing with an announcement at the Mackinac Policy Conference.
Oakland County is directing $15 million toward the purchase of 250 new 3D printers for the next phase of a program designed to deliver additive manufacturing capabilities to small companies.
Oakland County today announced it is designating $15 million in funding for Phase 2 of Project DIAMOnD, a program that was launched in 2020 to accelerate digital transformation by distributing 300 3-D printers to small and medium-size manufacturers at no cost.
MITechNews Editor and Publisher Mike Brennan interviews MEDC Senior Vice President of Small Business Solutions Natalie Chmiko about updates to Michigan's Industry 4.0 Support Program. The MEDC seeks to have 6,200 of Michigan's 12,000 manufacturers utilizing at least some Industry 4.0 technology within the next two years.
Automation Alley is making an investment in Ulendo in partnership between the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC), Centrepolis Accelerator at Lawrence Technological University and Jackson-based Lean Rocket Lab. Ulendo is a software services company focused on delivering advanced solutions for manufacturing automation.
SME featured Automation Alley Tom Kelly as a voice for Industry 4.0 adoption and disruption in the manufacturing industry. Topics include partnership with The World Economic Forum, Project Diamond and Integr8.
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