Mar 4, 2025 · Manufacturing is the backbone of the U.S. economy. From the cars we drive to the electronics we use daily, almost everything we rely on is made in factories across the country. The …

Feb 20, 2025 · The U.S. manufacturing industry is evolving at a rapid pace, driven by new technologies, smarter supply chains, and an increasingly dynamic workforce.

The Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) National Network is a public-private partnership that delivers comprehensive, proven solutions by helping small and medium-sized manufacturers grow, …

Manufacturing.gov NIST helps American industries adopt innovative manufacturing methods and efficiently produce reliable, safe products. A strong domestic manufacturing enterprise means …

Mar 4, 2024 · On July 22, 2024, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) issued a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for a new Manufacturing USA Institute, with a focus on using …

Dec 13, 2024 · The Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) program and the MEP National Network serve small and medium-sized manufacturers across the U.S. and in Puerto Rico through …

Jul 22, 2024 · The new Manufacturing USA institute will be expected to develop cost-effective, AI-based advanced manufacturing capabilities by collaborating with industry, academia and government. This …

Dec 22, 2025 · Through this award, NIST is investing $20 million to establish two centers to advance the delivery of AI-based technology solutions to strengthen U.S. manufacturing and cybersecurity for …

May 4, 2024 · The Department of Commerce has opted to terminate its award to the SMART USA Institute. The Department will continue to work to build a portfolio of investments to advance the …

Manufacturing Extension Partnership: The Manufacturing Extension Partnership Program (MEP) is a national network with hundreds of specialists who understand the needs of America's small and …