HAMICo is a nonprofit innovation engine that advances manufacturing technologies from early research through commercialization. Its distinctive evergreen funding model reinvests portfolio distributions into new R&D, while facilities, workforce training, and venture-studio support help move deep-tech ideas toward viable companies. The organization collaborates with universities including The Ohio State University and Case Western Reserve University.
Center for Design and Manufacturing Excellence (CDME)Ohio State University’s Center for Design and Manufacturing Excellence turns emerging technologies into market-ready products through applied engineering projects with industry and government partners. Its distinctive model places undergraduate employees on real customer work alongside full-time technical staff, combining product development with workforce training. Based in a 45,000-square-foot ITAR-compliant facility, CDME has completed more than 1,000 engineering projects and employed 435 undergraduates since its inception.COLUMBUS, OH
Center for Innovative Materials Processing through Direct Digital Deposition (CIMP-3D)As a Penn State center operated with 3D Systems, CIMP-3D is a research and demonstration resource for advancing additive manufacturing in critical applications. Its 35-plus faculty associates and 10 full-time engineering staff help industry and defense organizations evaluate the technology, while the center also trains engineers through hands-on programs. Based at Innovation Park in State College, CIMP-3D is known for connecting university research with practical manufacturing needs.STATE COLLEGE, PA
Marshall Advanced Manufacturing CenterFor 36 years, Marshall University’s Advanced Manufacturing Center has helped West Virginia manufacturers, entrepreneurs and makers turn ideas into prototypes, products and stronger operations. Based in Huntington and South Charleston, MAMC combines shared access to more than $24 million in manufacturing equipment with technical assistance, quality-system support and hands-on workforce training. Its staff has more than 750 years of combined industry experience, and more than 27,000 people have completed its technical-skills training.HUNTINGTON, WV
Marshall Advanced Manufacturing CenterMarshall University’s Marshall Advanced Manufacturing Center helps West Virginia manufacturers, entrepreneurs and makers turn ideas into prototypes, products and stronger operations through shared equipment, technical expertise and workforce development. Formerly the Robert C. Byrd Institute, MAMC has served the region for 36 years, with 36 staff members bringing more than 750 years of industry experience and facilities containing over $24 million in shared-use equipment. Its work has trained more than 27,000 people and now includes serving as a National Hub for Manufacturing Apprenticeships.HUNTINGTON, WV