National Center for Manufacturing Sciences
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The National Center for Manufacturing Sciences (NCMS) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit membership based consortium. Membership is limited to organizations that have a substantial manufacturing presence in North America.
NCMS brings together project teams made up of technology providers, suppliers, and users to perform research and development (R&D). These project teams often include cross-industry participants.
Mission[]
The NCMS mission is to lead the rapid development of cross-industry R&D programs to build the global competitiveness of its manufacturing industry partners.
Origin[]
NCMS was formed in 1986 by executive order President Ronald Reagan. NCMS was created to help revitalize the machine tool industry but has grown to include all sectors of North American manufacturing.
Locations[]
NCMS is based in Ann Arbor, Michigan and with offices in the following cities:
- Washington, DC
- Bremerton, Washington
- Farmington Hills, Michigan
External links[]
- NCMS Home Page National Center for Manufacturing Sciences
- Research institutes established in 1986
- Research institutes in the United States
- 1986 establishments in the United States