Services

Organizational Development

People

Organizational Development, helping companies become an Employer of Choice.

 

Business Growth

Products

Business Growth through New Customers, New Markets and New Products.

 

Continuous Improvement

Process

Operational Excellence through Cost, Quality and Delivery Improvements.

 

Financial Services

Financial

Continuous improvement Grants, Loans, and other Cost Saving Programs.

 

Consulting for Manufacturers

Making a Difference

Catalyst Connection is a private not-for-profit organization headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. We provide consulting and training services to small manufacturers in southwestern Pennsylvania, accelerating revenue growth and improving productivity. Through active collaboration with our clients and the manufacturing community at large, we contribute to the growth, vibrancy, and ongoing robustness of manufacturing in our region.

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  • Upcoming Events

    Wed 14

    Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)

    November 14 @ 8:30 am - 4:30 pm EST
    Catalyst Connection
    Thu 15

    Identifying Opportunities for Robotics in Your Manufacturing Operation

    November 15 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am EST
    Catalyst Connection
    Thu 15

    Building a Culture of Cybersecurity Awareness for Employees in Manufacturing Webinar

    November 15 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm EST

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Grants and Other Cost Saving Programs

Catalyst Connection strives to be a central information resource for grants available that can be used for continuous improvement initiatives and capital expansion.

ARC SWPA Power Mini-Grant Program

The Power Mini-grant is designed to assist coal impacted community’s response to negative economic factors by diversifying and growing small and medium sized manufacturers through strategic efforts to build capacity, improve efficiencies and demand locally, stimulate job creation, and drive economic impact.

Pittsburgh Manufacturing Assistance Program

City of Pittsburgh manufacturers can receive up to $2,000 in matching funds for management consulting services and technical engagement assistance.

MAATAC Grant

Businesses may receive up to $150,000 in federal grants to be used for business development.

Maker-to-Manufacturing Commercialization Center

The new virtual Maker-to-Manufacturing Commercialization Center (M2M) connects entrepreneurial makers and small businesses to a larger ecosystem of manufacturing.
The Fourth Industrial Revolution

Digital Bridge 2018: Pittsburgh’s Industry 4.0 Conference

Technological innovations are fueling a new era of digital business transformation. This is rapidly changing the way manufacturers operate and conduct business. Manufacturers of all sizes, across all sectors, need to learn how to adapt in order to remain strong and relevant.

Digital Bridge 2018 was a success! Stay tuned for access to conference materials!

Catalyst Connection is a part of the MEP National Network™. The MEP National Network™ is a unique public-private partnership that delivers comprehensive, proven solutions to U.S. manufacturers, fueling growth and advancing U.S. manufacturing. Learn More…

Catalyst Connection is a part of The Pennsylvania Industrial Resource Center (IRC) Network. Working collaboratively, company by company, the Network’s mission is to help manufacturers envision where they want to be and assist them to achieve it, in addition to giving a voice to an increasingly vital part of the Commonwealth’s economy.