Former Senior VP of Empire State Development Brings Extensive Experience in Federal Fund Management and Innovation Ecosystem Development Providence, RI – April 7, 2023 – Polaris MEP, Rhode Island’s nonprofit Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) Center, has hired...
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Succeeding in the Labor Market with Competitive Employee Benefits
Discover what benefits help make your manufacturing business an “employer of choice,” reducing recruiting and retention costs. Benefits can give Manufacturers a competitive edge in recruiting and retention. Many employers aren’t sure what to offer, however, and/or...
New Resources for Lowering Energy Expenses
Lowering energy expenses is important for topline, bottom line ... even your pipeline as uncomfortable workers have higher turnover and younger recruits want companies committed to sustainability. Polaris MEP invited the experts from RISE Engineering to share...
Polaris MEP Opens Applications for Round 1 of New Rhode Island Defense Supply Chain Program
“RI MADE” to Fund Assessments and Projects for Smaller Manufacturing Companies in Automation & Robotics, Cyber Resiliency and Risk Mitigation Resources Providence, RI – February 14, 2023 – Applications are now open for RI MADE, the new defense manufacturing...
Lean Training Leads to Waves of Positive Change for Fitness Equipment Manufacturer
Company Profile True to its name, the WaterRower machine simulates the natural dynamics of a boat moving through water. Its unique WaterFlywheel design generates a smooth, even stroke that captures the true aesthetics of on-water rowing. Each piece is stylishly...
Employment Law Changes – What Smaller Rhode Island Manufacturers Should Know
Our Project Managers are fantastic problem-solvers and guides because they draw on years of experience and training in continuous improvement, automation, quality and more. But as much as I love them, I wouldn't want them advising you on search engine optimization or...
Two New Employment Law Services for RI’s Smaller Manufacturers
Polaris MEP Programs Manager Kayla Viveiros interviewed Foley & Foley, experts in employment law, to discuss how human resources has become more and more about preventing litigation. Foley & Foley's Wendy Hansen talks about which changes RI manufacturers...
Info Session Video Series Introduces 4 Proven Lean Productivity Tools
Many manufacturers are trying to increase production speed to make up for supply chain delays, or to become more competitive, yet worry they don't have additional staff or equipment to reach their goals. These conditions can lead to a stressed staff and higher...
WHAT and WHY of Setup Reduction / Quick Changeover / SMED
What is SMED (aka Quick Changeover, aka Setup Reduction)? How does reducing the time it takes for setups allow for increased production flexibility, smaller lot sizes, less scrap, shortened lead times and happier customers? What training is available to enjoy these...