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MEP Success Stories from Colorado

Geyser Systems: Making the Most of Every Drop of Water

Reported Year
2022
Ballesteros was intrigued by an accelerator program in Gunnison, Colorado, geared specifically toward supporting the outdoor industry and attracting companies to the Western Slope. He was selected as one of three companies to go through the program that year and, through the process, Geyser Systems was born and Ballesteros was introduced to

Wedgewood Cabinetry: A Seasoned Business with a Fresh Approach

Reported Year
2022
Like many seasoned companies, Wedgewood Cabinetry had not kept up with technology, replacement of equipment, or training of the employees. Sean, who was determined to keep the company moving forward, began researching lean training and found an article about an Arizona small manufacturer that was able to tap into state grants to help fund support

Food Manufacturer Takes Kata to a Whole New Level Thanks to Virtual Collaboration

Reported Year
2021
In early 2020, five teams from Ready Foods attended a Kata training taught by Manufacturer’s Edge, part of the MEP National Network™ . The teams consisted of supply chain, human resources, quality assurance, QA support, and training. Their initial year-one goals included everything from reducing scheduling changes by 80% and increasing morale to

Liberty Puzzles: Where Modern-Day Manufacturing Meets Artisan Traditions

Reported Year
2022
Liberty Puzzles was formed in 2005 in a 3,000-sq.-ft. building, growing into adjacent spaces which culminated in 16,000 sq. ft. of production space. After 14 years of robust growth, the company began investigating an expansion into an additional 10,000-sq.-ft. building a few blocks away.

Veterinary Doctors Find Their Way to the Manufacturing Floor

Reported Year
2022
Early in the life of the company, Dr. Hendrickson found that he needed assistance with the layout of the manufacturing site to ensure effective and efficient production processes. As a member of the Northern Colorado Manufacturing Partnership, Dr. Hendrickson became acquainted with Manufacturer’s Edge, part of the MEP National Network™, and the

Making Waves in Sustainable Hybrid Women’s Athletic Wear

Reported Year
2021
When Bridget started the company she knew what type of product she wanted to make but did not know the cut-and-sew industry or how to use the equipment. Bridget knew that she needed to be intimately familiar with the machinery and how the products were made to ensure the selection of the best manufacturer for the job. Additionally, Bridget needed

Colorado-Based Natural Skincare Company Spinster Sisters Turns to Local MEP Center to Increase Throughput and Meet Hand Sanitizer Demand

Reported Year
2021
Spinster Sisters was considering discontinuing some product lines and had earmarked their hand sanitizer as one possible candidate. As Kelly watched the news, however, she realized that it would be better to double down instead. She then reached out to her packaging supplier and placed an order for 200,000 bottles and pumps, which was a significant