Innovative Manufacturers Center
Driving Manufacturing Growth and Innovation in Central Pennsylvania
Is your company looking to create a safer, more profitable workplace? Then we have one word for you — Safegagement™. Safety + Engagement = Safegagement. Engaged employees make better decisions because they care about the people they work with, the company they work for, and the overall accomplishments of the organization. Join us on May Read More
If you’re a manufacturer, OEM, or in a process industry, the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) can help you boost your production efficiency, quality, flexibility, and visibility to higher levels than ever, while responding to customer requests and market opportunities much faster. Learn how to get started in a lively one-hour webinar with Tim Wormus Read More
When performed correctly, a Dust Hazards Analysis (DHA) identifies complex combustible dust hazards and provides techniques to mitigate these hazards. Unfortunately, all DHAs are not created equal and serious hazards are often overlooked. This webinar will discuss the minimum requirements for any DHA, the importance of qualified individuals and common overlooked hazards. This webinar will Read More
Most leaders can relate to these statements: Are looking to dramatically improve their processes for hiring and recruiting younger sales talent. Have had enough of lackluster, under-motivated teams and too much turnover. Want to better understand and communicate with other generation. Learn from the experts and gain access to the information you need to create Read More
Competition is no longer between companies; it's between supply chains. The volatile economy means that manufacturers have to be much more agile, flexible and responsive to external pressures. This overview demonstrates the benefits of a Supply Chain Optimization program: Lower Costs Better Delivery Increased Quality Competitive Edge Objectives of the Program: Introduction to a constraints-based Read More
Microlearning is quickly emerging as a key way to increase workforce engagement, boost knowledge growth and ultimately change behavior. Proven to drive results, leading organizations are leveraging microlearning as a critical component of their operational excellence strategy—whether it’s to reduce safety incidents, deeply ingrain corporate values, or simply bring consistency from team to team and Read More
Distribution, logistics and channel management are more challenging than ever, as globalization and digitization transform supply chains around the world. The competitive landscape is undergoing radical change, driven by omnichannel selling and buying habits and new customer expectations, from shopping to buying to delivery. Traditional sales and fulfillment practices — with inventory dedicated by channel Read More
The ISO 50001 standard specifies the requirements for establishing, implementing, maintaining and improving an energy management system. The purpose is to enable an organization to follow a systematic approach in achieving continual improvement of energy performance, including energy efficiency, energy security, energy use and consumption. By attending this webinar you will be able to: Identify Read More
Transforming ideas into successful products is a daunting challenge. Penn State President Eric Barron's Invent Penn State Initiative is seeking to assist small businesses in the translation of early-stage innovations. The result of such efforts are product and service offerings that reach the marketplace and provide societal benefits. The National Science Foundation (NSF) is supporting Read More
One of the challenges that continues to be controversial and has sparked numerous debates within organizations is proper application of LOTO. Varying interpretations and understanding of the standards places companies in a difficult and many times a costly position. Our goal of this webinar is not intended to teach LOTO or how to write and Read More
Remote monitoring of assets is the proven first step for manufacturers like you to leverage the Internet of Things to increase your operational efficiency and improve profitability. Once connected, you can monitor how assets are performing in the field and can collect valuable data. The operational data provided by remote monitoring enables you to deliver Read More
Injuries and illnesses in the workplace are costing businesses billions of dollars and at the same time loss of productivity and profits. This program will examine the most frequent causes of injuries and best practices to eliminate them. It will also look at the top 20 “low hanging fruit” safety violations that OSHA is looking Read More
