NIST MEP

Official X feed of the NIST Manufacturing Extension Partnership—a National Network of experts dedicated to helping U.S. manufacturers. #MEPNationalNetwork

[NIST MEP @NIST_MEP]

Manufacturing Day is finally here! @NIST MEP, MEP Centers, manufacturing organizations & manufacturers are telling the story of modern manufacturing & the possibilities it has to offer:
https://t.co/R05a5s6XP2
#SeeYourselfInMFG #MFGDay24 #MEPNationalNetwork

[NIST MEP @NIST_MEP]

@NIST MEP hosted an informational webinar July 28 to provide general info about the MEP Center State Competition funding opportunity. Applications must be received no later than 11:59 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time, on Aug. 21, 2026.

Watch the recording:
https://t.co/NgA3FAFvSH

[NIST MEP @NIST_MEP]

The Arizona Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) team welcomed NIST MEP staff for a tour of @axon_enterprise, an Arizona MEP client and creator of the TASER for a look at advanced manufacturing and automation supporting a company that generates billions in annual revenue.

[NIST MEP @NIST_MEP]

@NIST MEP is seeking applications to operate an MEP Center in 14 states to support small and medium-sized manufacturers. Entities wanting to connect with potential applicants or other entities can join a public teaming partner list.

Join the list at:
https://t.co/iFfKF63phf

[NIST MEP @NIST_MEP]

@NIST MEP has released a Notice of Funding Opportunity for the NIST MEP Center State Competition FY2026 to operate MEP Centers in AL, AK, AR, CA, GA, LA, MA, MO, MT, OH, PA, PR, UT & VT. Register for the info session 7/28 at: https://t.co/0WHiBpy7mw

[NIST MEP @NIST_MEP]

Manufacturing over the past 250 years has evolved from handcrafted goods to technology-focused, automated production. Today, we celebrate 250 years of innovation, freedom, and domestic production that have built the nation since 1776. Happy 4th of July!
https://t.co/fZ9PVo6A2v

[NIST MEP @NIST_MEP]

The infographic “Exporting American Made Products Globally” highlights opportunities for small and medium-sized manufacturers, including the benefits of exporting, the most commonly exported products, and the top countries they ship to.

Learn more at:
https://t.co/0oMma5OlFL

[NIST MEP @NIST_MEP]

@NIST issued a Notice of Intent for a pilot program through the Manufacturing Extension Partnership focused on additive manufacturing & critical minerals. Register for Manufacturing Community Day to hear goals, teaming expectations & give industry feedback
https://t.co/jkGiGQSKAJ

[NIST MEP @NIST_MEP]

The @NIST Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) has issued a Notice of Intent for an upcoming Technology Accelerator Pilot Program to support existing MEP Centers in accelerating the adoption & commercialization of advanced manufacturing technologies.
https://t.co/mt23r0Yjdy

[NIST MEP @NIST_MEP]

In the infographic The Rise of Artificial Intelligence in U.S. Manufacturing, discover AI's impact on manufacturing & learn how the MEP National Network connects manufacturers with expert guidance, hands-on support & access to cutting-edge AI solutions.

https://t.co/vkzpM4dNK1

[NIST MEP @NIST_MEP]

Visit https://t.co/Q5fs4NZYhC for information on federal manufacturing programs, funding opportunities, and other valuable resources that help U.S. manufacturers increase productivity, improve supply chains, and find and retain a strong workforce.
https://t.co/qZqYsidVVK

[NIST MEP @NIST_MEP]

@NIST has awarded a cooperative agreement to @ImpactWA to establish a Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) Center in Washington state. Impact Washington helps manufacturers compete globally with expert consulting, training programs, and events.

[NIST MEP @NIST_MEP]

Researchers at @NIST have developed a new packaging method for photonic integrated circuits so they can survive and operate in extreme environments. If engineers can shorten the process time, the technique would be suitable for large-scale manufacturing.
https://t.co/pyclx2785K

[NIST MEP @NIST_MEP]

@NIST has awarded a cooperative agreement to the West Virginia Manufacturing Extension Partnership (WVMEP) to establish an MEP Center in West Virginia to strengthen, empower, and expand manufacturing in the state.

[NIST MEP @NIST_MEP]

The MEP National Network searches for hundreds of items across all industries, providing opportunities for small and medium-sized manufacturers to expand.

View the 30 open supplier scouting opportunities currently available: https://t.co/JuPpszOQh3

[NIST MEP @NIST_MEP]

As Brenda Martin begins her retirement, we acknowledge her 20+ years of commitment to Iowa manufacturers at @CIRAS_ISU. She has helped businesses build their workforce, plan strategically, and access essential resources effectively.

[NIST MEP @NIST_MEP]

The @USDOL’s Reentry Employment in Skilled Trades, Advanced Manufacturing, Registered Apprenticeships, and Training (RESTART) Initiative promotes workforce readiness skills and helps ex-offenders find jobs.

Apply at: https://t.co/y88RMRP4Wd

[National Institute of Standards and Technology @NIST]

Welcome to Round 3 of Materials Mayhem! We narrowed it down to our final four.

Vote in the thread. 🧵

[NIST MEP @NIST_MEP]

Discover what manufacturers are planning and prioritizing for 2026 with the Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center (MMTC) Manufacturing Insights Survey Report. This report shares detailed responses from small and midsize manufacturers across the state.

https://t.co/go9QCyANux

[NIST MEP @NIST_MEP]

@NIST has awarded a cooperative agreement to the New York State Department of Economic Development, DBA as New York MEP, to establish a Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) Center in NY, promoting the growth of the high-tech industry & helping smaller manufacturers modernize

[NIST MEP @NIST_MEP]

Montana State University-Bozeman (MSU) has launched a new operational excellence course for engineering students, thanks to a partnership between @MFGinMT & @MSU. The course covers key concepts like Lean manufacturing, Theory of Constraints, & Six Sigma.
https://t.co/SWOii9hFTY