The Scoop - November 16, 2015
Posted by Michael Frueh
on Dec 04, 2015
The OEAMC is helping local industries collaborate on new processes and technology.
This was Veterans Day, and Jeff Tracy shared a heartfelt story of his experience seeing Bob Hope in the mud and rain. His message of "Time Heals All Things" hit home for many in the audience...
David Runk read some thank you letters from the kids that received free dictionaries. There were no spelling errors noted...
Scott Shafer - presented some Foundation awards to Vicki Shurelds of The Mitzpah Center, formerly the Cheryl Allen Center. Also, Jon Rockhold accepted a check for the Barbers give Bikes - dedicated to our own Art Brinkman, who recently passed away.
We also inducted 2 new rotary members: Derek Stemen director of the West Central Ohio Red Cross, and Lisa Hummel from the State Bank.
Our topic of the day was a presentation by the Ohio Energy & Advanced Manufacturing Center - the OEAMC
This organization - now 10 years old, has participated in area projects funded at over $28 million. New methods of metal stamping using electromagnetic pulses is the standout result - utilizing less floorspace and energy than the old behemoth punch presses.
Husky has identified a need to test incoming raw materials quicker, as the crude stock is more varied and of lower quality than in previous years. This new lab would allow companies in the region to alter their processes for lower emissions and greater efficiency - even from batch to batch.