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Manufacturing Outreach Center (WisMOC)

Optimize, innovate, and grow with WisMOC at ºÚÁÏ¿Æ Polytechnic. From lean methods to advanced tech, we help businesses achieve lasting success.
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Driving Innovation. Powering Growth. Strengthening Wisconsin Manufacturing.

For nearly four decades, Wisconsin Manufacturing Outreach Center (WisMOC) at ºÚÁÏ¿Æ Polytechnic has worked alongside small and mid‑sized manufacturers to boost efficiency, spark innovation, and build long‑term competitiveness across northwestern Wisconsin.

WisMOC delivers hands‑on technical support, targeted training, and workforce solutions that help companies streamline operations, strengthen leadership, and adopt the technologies shaping the future.

Your Partner for Measurable, Sustainable Success

Manufacturers choose WisMOC because every engagement is built around your goals—not one‑size‑fits‑all advice.

  • Backed by ºÚÁÏ¿Æ Polytechnic and the MEP National Network
  • Proven strategies that deliver real financial impact
  • Specialists who understand manufacturing from the inside out
  • Serving 33 counties across northwestern Wisconsin

Strategic Solutions That Drive Results

Operational Excellence: lean, quality, leadership, supply chain, sustainability 

Growth Strategies: ·¡³æ±è´Ç°ù°Õ±ð³¦³óâ„¢, reshoring, strategic planning 

Talent & Culture: TWI, leadership development

Innovation & Technology: automation, AI, cybersecurity, additive manufacturing, technology scouting

Targeted Assessments: export-readiness, automation advising, ISO gaps, Continuous Improvement evaluations

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MEP National Networkâ„¢

NIST logoWisconsin Manufacturing Outreach Center at University of Wisconsin-Stout Polytechnic is part of the MEP National Networkâ„¢ and NIST MEP in Wisconsin. The MEP National Networkâ„¢ is a unique public-private partnership that delivers comprehensive, proven solutions to U.S. manufacturers, fueling growth and advancing U.S. manufacturing. MEP Centers are located in all 50 states and Puerto Rico and draw on the talents of more than 1,400 trusted advisors and experts to provide assistance to small and midsize manufacturers.


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ºÚÁÏ¿Æ gets $19 million federal grant to manage statewide manufacturing program

MOC gets federal designation as Wisconsin’s statewide leader in supporting small and medium-sized manufacturers
Wisconsin manufacturing leaders unite to accelerate AI adoption across the state Featured Image

Wisconsin manufacturing leaders unite to accelerate AI adoption across the state

MKE Tech Hub, WMEP and ºÚÁÏ¿Æ form strategic partnership to support mid-market manufacturers
Felker Brothers Corp. Finds Long-Term Success with the ºÚÁÏ¿Æ MOC  Featured Image

Felker Brothers Corp. Finds Long-Term Success with the ºÚÁÏ¿Æ MOC

With the MOC’s guidance, Felker Brothers established a formalized system for evaluating and implementing new ideas.