MEMBER PROFILE A Tradition ofEWI Manufacturing Innovation BY BETSY MARONE


As the premier engineering and technology organization in North America, EWI is dedicated to developing, testing and implementing advanced manufacturing technologies for a variety


of organization applied research, manufacturing


industries. The 501(C)3, not-for-profit, provides


support and strategic services to industry leaders in the fields of aerospace, automotive, electronics, medical and more. With an extensive knowledge base in materials joining, forming, testing and modeling, the organization works with progressive manufacturers to create product design, fabrication and production solutions that prove practical, efficient and effective.


Incorporated as the Edison Welding Institute in 1984, when the industrial Midwest was at the lowest point in its economic downturn, EWI was one of the first centers funded through the state-initiated Ohio Edison Program. Additional support came from Ohio State


University and Battelle.


EWI’s founding mission was to create new businesses and revitalize existing businesses by enhancing productivity and economic growth through applied R&D and the transfer of advanced welding and allied technologies.


At the time of its inception, EWI’s contract research services centered on applied manufacturing R&D and educational services in materials welding and joining. Over the last 32 years EWI has grown; now providing contract research services that cover a wider range of technologies, including laser materials processing capabilities. The majority of EWI’s contract research is completed as single-sponsor industry projects, with the results of that work remaining confidential to the individual sponsor. Though EWI’s services and products are available to customers on a per-project basis, the organization also offers membership opportunities. With this option, companies receive direct access to EWI’s technical staff, facilities and library research services – all of which helps them solve difficult problems quickly and, as a result, compete effectively in the global marketplace.


Today, EWI has more than 160 associates. The organization operates two laboratories – one in Columbus, OH and one in Buffalo, NY – with a third opening in Loveland, CO in Fall 2016. Additional extension offices are based in California, metro DC and Florida. Throughout these locations, the organization maintains numerous technology groups and testing services staffed with expert engineers and technicians. EWI’s unique combination of engineering expertise and


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testing capabilities has led to its recognition as the leading organization for companies looking to validate their R&D, products, and manufacturing processes. The knowledgeable team members who make up EWI’s technology groups – focusing on technology areas ranging from arc welding and additive manufacturing to microjoining, forming and beyond – help manufacturers innovate solutions to industry challenges.


As throughout its history, EWI has seen growth in all sectors of its work over the last five years. Most of this recent growth has taken place in the aerospace, automotive and electronic and medical device sectors. EWI’s success stems from its ability to work as an independent, vendor-neutral technology innovator, which allows for its quick and effective response to industry needs. EWI has proven this repeatedly by offering novel options and solutions to manufacturers in all sectors, constantly remaining vigilant of, and responding to, a number of changes across industries. Despite industry differences, the common theme among changes has remained,


providing premium, game-changing solutions


that help manufacturers stay successful and competitive. EWI continues to answer this need, by developing a range of new applications from auto and aircraft engines to micro- electronics and oil pipelines.


A member of Laser Institute of America (LIA) since 1996, EWI feels that LIA is integral to building connections between the individuals, companies and organizations that make up the laser industry.


For more information, visit www.ewi.org. CWELCOME NEWORPORATE MEMBER


FANUC America Corp. Rochester Hills, MI


For a complete list of corporate members, visit our corporate directory at www.lia.org/membership.


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