As the national accelerator for additive manufacturing (AM) and 3D printing (3DP), America Makes is the nation’s leading and collaborative partner in AM and 3DP technology research, discovery, creation, and innovation. Structured as a public-private partnership with member organizations from industry, academia, government, non-government agencies, and workforce and economic development resources, we are working together to innovate and accelerate AM and 3DP to increase our nation’s global manufacturing competitiveness.
America Makes was established in 2012, is based in Youngstown, Ohio, and is the flagship Institute for Manufacturing USA, the National Network for Manufacturing Innovation. America Makes is managed and operated by the National Center for Defense Manufacturing and Machining (NCDMM).
NCDMM is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit, organization delivering innovative and collaborative manufacturing solutions that enhance our nation’s workforce and economic competitiveness. NCDMM has extensive knowledge in manufacturing and continually works to innovate, improve, and advance manufacturing technologies and methodologies. Visit NCDMM.org to learn more.
The America Makes Innovation Factory, located in Youngstown, Ohio, is a unique, hands-on learning lab dedicated to advancing the technology, processes, materials, and knowledge of the Additive Manufacturing (AM) community at large. Staffed full-time and entrusted with the latest AM equipment from our members, the Innovation Factory serves to educate new and potential adopters by demonstrating AM fabrication capabilities and providing initial consultation on application development and prototyping.
In 2015, America Makes introduced its new Satellite Center (SC) model when it designated The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP), a Platinum-level member, and the W.M. Keck Center as the home of its first Satellite Center, serving to promote America Makes’ mission and expand its current regional, industrial, and technological footprint.
In March 2019, America Makes announced a second SC will be located within the facilities of Platinum-level member, the Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station (TEES), a part of The Texas A&M University System.
The goal of the SCs is to engage with local companies and educational institutions to supply education and training in additive manufacturing technologies, and to focus on the transition of additive technology from the research lab to commercialization.
The Institute Enters into a Memorandum of Understanding with WSU-NIAR Youngstown, Ohio — July 16, 2019. America Makes proudly announces that its third America Makes Satellite Center will be located on the campus of the Institute’s Platinum-level member, Wichita State…
By Zara Brunner, NIST Office of Advanced Manufacturing A few months ago, I got the chance to travel to Youngstown, Ohio. As I came into town, it struck me that Youngstown was like many other cities across America, including…
Welcomes Mike Docherty as Director of Manufacturing Technology to Lead Huntsville Office Blairsville, Pa. — June 13, 2019. The National Center for Defense Manufacturing and Machining (NCDMM) proudly announces the opening of its newest office in Huntsville, Ala., to provide…
The Institute to Showcase “Game Day” Experience at Its Newly Reimagined Exhibit Booth Youngstown, Ohio — May 16, 2019. America Makes and the National Center for Defense Manufacturing and Machining (NCDMM) proudly announce its participation and exhibition at North America’s…
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Each fall during our annual members meeting, America Makes recognizes an individual or a group of individuals with the America Makes Distinguished Collaborator Award for their exceptional commitment and dedication to the advancement of AM technology, practices, and innovation in the manufacturing industry.
America Makes recognizes and appreciates individuals who continually demonstrate outstanding dedication to America Makes and its mission.
