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Smart Manufacturing Roadshow: Pennsylvania (New Kensington)

This nationwide event series brings CESMII representatives to cities across the country, connecting with small and medium-sized manufacturers (SMMs), Manufacturing Extension Partnerships (MEPs), and the broader manufacturing ecosystem. Our team is excited to share the latest advancements in Smart Manufacturing technologies, explore real-world applications, and discuss how these innovations can drive efficiency, sustainability, and competitiveness. More information to come…

This full-day event,  will focus on small and medium manufacturers (SMEs), integrators, and workforce development professionals. Attendees will have the opportunity to:

  • Explore the latest innovations in smart manufacturing through expert presentations and live demonstrations.
  • Visit vendor booths featuring leading organizations in the industry.
  • Participate in breakout sessions to discuss and identify workforce development needs.

 

Full Day Agenda

8:30 AM – Check In & Coffee
Start the day networking with local manufacturers and ecosystem partners.

9:00 AM – Welcome & Overview
Sherri McCleary, Executive Director, Digital Foundry at New Kensington

9:10 AM – Digital Foundry-Led Manufacturing Panel
Hear how regional leaders are applying Smart Manufacturing principles to solve real challenges:
ZOLL Medical Corporation – Robert Bilger, Greg Waters
MSA – The Safety Company – Jennifer NemethJohn Werling
JV Manufacturing Co., Inc. – Daryl CareRyan VecchiMelissa Vecchi
Pulva Corporation – Brad GrayCatie Morley
Mancini’s Bakery – Nick Mancini HartnerBrady Cummings, CMS (CMS)

9:55 AM – The Smart Manufacturing Mindset
Haresh Malkani, CTO, CESMII — on interoperability, SM Profiles, and the future of scalable Smart Manufacturing.

10:45 AM – Breakout Sessions I
Electric Power Monitoring – Arnold OffnerPhoenix Contact USA
SM Platform Basics – John LoukaCESMII

11:45 AM – Interactive Vendor Showcase & Lunch
Explore hands-on demos and network with solution providers.

12:15 PM – Digital Foundry Learning & SM Solution Demos

1:45 PM – Breakout Sessions II
SMART-PA & Other Resources – Matt MinnerARM Institute
Starter Kit Demonstrations – Rob SchoenthalerCESMII

2:45 PM – Wrap-Up & Call to Action
This event brings together national leaders and Pennsylvania’s manufacturing innovators to make Smart Manufacturing practical, accessible, and interoperable for every enterprise.

Vendor Showcase Partners to be released later.

Details

  • Date: December 11, 2025
  • Time:
    8:30 am - 3:00 pm
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