Every manufacturing company would benefit from having access to a premier research institution. Collaborating with high caliber researchers opens the door to innovation and inventions. Leveraging federally funded research, university laboratories and additional partners, companies can achieve greater value added innovation at reduced risk. The Ohio State University is perfectly suited to lead the future of American manufacturing - and the renewal of this nation’s founding industry - with a novel, collaborative and forward-thinking model which creates an exciting environment of productive innovation. The Center for Design and Manufacturing Excellence (CDME) is the manufacturing port of entry into Ohio State. With a dedicated staff of product engineers and participation by research faculty, CDME is able to move at the speed of industry while continuing to innovate. Equipment, facility and staff are all utilized in the most efficient productive manner for any project.