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New York Manufacturing Extension Partnership (NY MEP)

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Empire State Development’s Division of Science, Technology and Innovation's (NYSTAR) mission is to advance technology innovation and commercialization in New York State. Through regional New York MEP centers, NYSTAR works to provide direct technology assistance to small and medium size manufacturers and other businesses. A key strength of New York MEP is its affiliation with the U.S. Department of Commerce’s nationwide MEP network, allowing it to draw upon the expertise within over 400 local outreach centers across the country. As a network of 11 independent, not-for-profit organizations, New York MEP centers cultivate the growth of high-tech industry and help smaller manufacturers modernize. The organizations share a common commitment to providing direct, strategic assistance to companies in the areas of entrepreneurship, technology commercialization, product development, high-tech business incubator management and technology transfer services.

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Success Stories

Brand Evolution and Style Guide

Reported Year
2024
Lucky Hare Brewing Company wanted to continue and further build their brand marketing to increase exposure, further stand out in the marketplace, gain additional customers, and continue to grow their business. The company was concerned with brand recognition in a very saturated shelf space.

Machine Optimization and Training

Reported Year
2024
McQuillen Manufacturing was formed in 2013 and relocated to their current location in 2019. New machines were added into the new space with more contracts in aerospace and defense that targeted even higher precision, repeatability and efficiencies for components of higher complexity. To keep up with the expansion of orders and personnel, process

Success Lean Process Implementation

Reported Year
2024
The client's department, initially laid out in a quadrangular configuration, house various sub-assemblies each responsible for producing 75 units daily to complete an electric motor assembly, followed by testing. Despite meeting production targets, the overall equipment effectiveness system indicated an over inflated work-in-process inventory

Manufacturing reports

New York Manufacturing Extension Partnership Impacts Report

The New York State MEP plays a vital role in the state helping fuel growth for both established companies and startups. The 10 regional MEP Centers and the statewide MEP Center provide services including training on manufacturing principles, aiding in cybersecurity certification, obtaining funds/grants for business investment, helping connect manufacturers to suppliers and customers – all to help drive success for New York’s manufacturers and technology companies.

Created March 18, 2019, Updated February 16, 2024