Marquip Ward United

Over the last five years Marquip Ward United has increased its operating income almost four fold and doubled inventory turns even during these challenging times. Come see the use of Lean tools in a high mix/low volume engineered-to-order environment which includes the use of Yamazumi boards to manage complex assemblies, the use of e-Kanbans to procure parts and the use of visual systems to control material flow.

Harley-Davidson

Harley-Davidson's York Vehicle Operations division is the largest H-D facility in the world. Harley-Davidson has been recognized as a world class manufacturer since their turnaround in the 1980's. Much of their success was built around their implementation of Lean. On this tour you will see the use of flow technologies and visual management techniques, especially Kanban replenishment, in the manufacture of the Touring and Softail models, as well as limited custom made productions.

GM Power Train

Visit this impressive 100 percent land fill free facility, that won the 2008 Green Manufacturing Award from the state of Maryland. Learn how Lean techniques of line balance, TPM, Visual Systems Andons and Musical Alarms are making a difference. Hear also how management and union workers have fostered an open work culture with a "Living Agreement" rather than the traditional contract.

W.R. Grace

Founded in 1854, W.R. Grace & Co. (Grace) is a specialty chemical and materials company with offices in more than 40 countries around the world. Attendees will visit The Grace Davison Technical Center. The center houses 13 labs, 40 offices, pilot plant production and warehousing activities and develops processes and designs that enable new and next generation products to move to full scale production. On this tour you will not only see how Grace has incorporated 5S, Visual Systems, you will also see how cross-functional teams build an outstanding environmental and safety record. This great achievement Grace has obtained, has culminated in the recognition by OSHA of Grace as a VPP Voluntary Protection Program, "Star" level company. Only One percent of all work sites in the US have achieved this distinction, and Grace is the first R&D facility to have been recognized in Maryland.

Wright Manufacturing

Wright Manufacturing, Inc. is a private manufacturer of professional grade lawn mowers for the landscape industry. See how Wright has used Lean to win a market position in this competitive industry and continues to grow even during the recent economic downturn. Learn how they have fully utilized 5S and cellular technology to manage a mix model process for optimum cost control. Excellence Inside you have to see to believe.

Leonhardt Manufacturing

Leonhardt Manufacturing, Inc. is a just-in-time manufacturer of tubular products for the motorcycle industry and is a key supplier to Harley-Davidson and Grove Worldwide. See how an employee owned company have created a culture of waste elimination by employing shop floor Lean manufacturing techniques such as value stream mapping, cellular manufacturing, Kanban, poka yoke, SMED, employee involvement and visual management.

Phillips Seafood

Phillips Seafood, Inc. manufactures crab cakes for sale around the world. Phillips is five years into their Lean implementation in this food grade environment. You will see on this tour the development of a strong 5S program with excellent use of Visual management tools as well as employee communication processes to help create the right mix of Excellence Inside to assure a high level of customer satisfaction is achieved.

EDCO

Equipment Development Company, Inc. EDCO was founded in 1959 and manufactures concrete surface preparation, restoration and professional sawing equipment primarily for the rental industry. EDCO has been on its Lean journey since 2005. See how they have utilized Kanban pull systems, visual management and line balance from fabrication thru paint to final assembly and shipping to help reduce inventory, improve efficiencies and dramatically improve lead time and customer satisfaction. An Excellence Inside example at its best.

U.S. Naval Academy

Located in historic Annapolis Maryland. The Naval Academy was founded in 1845. The history of the Academy has often reflected the history of the United States itself. As the U.S. Navy has moved from a fleet of sail and steam-powered ships to a high tech fleet of nuclear-powered submarines and surface ships as well as supersonic aircraft. Every day, as the undergraduate college of the naval service, the United States Naval Academy strives to accomplish its mission to develop midshipmen "morally, mentally, and physically." Enjoy this Special Interest Tour, it is an opportunity of a life time to see Excellence Inside one of our most honored college.

Camden Yards

Home of baseballs Baltimore Orioles. Built on land that once was occupied by Babe Ruth's father's saloon. Since its opening, Camden Yards has become one of the most influential ballparks ever constructed. When it opened in 1992 Camden Yards ushered in a new age of ballparks. Camden Yards revolutionalized the design and quality of future baseball stadiums. Since 1992, almost all ballparks have been designed in a similar way. The facade consists of brick with arches, instead of seeing concrete and steel and the low raked upper deck keeps the ballpark from looming over other buildings. Bleacher seats, a picnic area behind part of the centerfield fence and ivy on the hitter's backdrop give the ballpark a nostalgia atmosphere. This Excellence Inside Special Interest tour will be a big hit sign up early.

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