JobsOhio and APEG conducted an exploratory trade mission to the Shandong province in China in late November and early December, APEG’s first visit to the country. The province has over 100 million residents and is home to a concentration of Chinese chemical companies. During the visit, JobsOhio and APEG representatives met with nine different […]
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APEG Launches New Web Site
APEG recently launched an updated, enhanced website. Notable results of the effort are clearer paths to information; prominent access to available industrial sites and regional resources; indexed program information; and high quality photography showcasing the region’s high tech manufacturing processes, its workforce and communities. Since the first website was launched in January 2014, APEG’s programs have increased, adding layers of […]
A.R.M. Specializes in Thrills
If you’re in the market for jaw-dropping excitement, A.R.M. Inc. in Wintersville is your source. One of only five amusement ride manufacturers in the U.S., they have designed and manufactured their thrill-inducing products in the Jefferson County Airpark since 1998. The company has a worldwide market but primarily serves small family parks and portable carnivals, […]
Q4 2016 News from the Partnership
Adams Peebles: Infrastructure upgrades at the GE Aviation jet engine testing center were necessary to support increasing numbers of engines being tested as well as accommodating the larger 9X engine testing. A JobsOhio 629 Roadwork Grant supported the expansion and upgrades which created 16 new jobs. Athens Nelsonville: Hocking College recently opened a Workforce Development and […]
APEG grants support site development
A new APEG program is helping improve the region’s best sites for industrial development. In the fourth quarter, a total of $65,210 in Site Readiness Grants were made to support planning and engineering studies like wetlands determination, sewer flow and environmental site assessments. The counties receiving grants provided matching funds. According to Mike Jacoby, VP […]
OEDA Recognizes APEG Partners
The Ohio Economic Development Association annually recognizes the achievements of individuals and organizations in the areas of economic and workforce development. APEG is proud to have four organizations and individuals recognized for their work. Best Project – Runner Up: Athens County Economic Development Council for their work to reopen Athens Mold & Machine Inc. which […]
Economic Development in Uncertain Times
National and global events can have a profound effect on local and regional economic development. The number one factor companies look for before committing to a major investment is predictability of their operating environment. Their bankers, owners and investors want to be certain their investment will pay off. Put another way, companies are always trying […]
Site Selection Magazine Ranks Ohio #3 for Business Climate
Over the past few years, Ohio has worked hard to improve its business climate and economic outlook. In November, Site Selection magazine confirmed those efforts are paying off when Ohio was ranked third in Site Selection’s 2016 Business Climate Ranking. Moving up from fifth place in 2015, Ohio edged out Tennessee and Texas and followed […]
Lean Networking Tour
A group of manufacturers from APEG’s southern counties got a close look at how continuous improvement processes can save a company money and improve productivity. APEG-MEP’s first Lean Networking Tour was hosted by GKN Sinter Metals, Gallipolis, in December and was attended by 21 manufacturers from 8 companies. “Manufacturers want to know how things work […]
APEG Staff Updates
Bolton joins staff Patrick Bolton joins the APEG wood products team as a Manufacturing Improvement Specialist. He will be working with the Ohio Wood Products Database and supporting the growth and development of regional companies in the wood manufacturing supply chain as part of the Forest to Furniture initiative, funded by the Manufacturing Extension Partnership. […]
