The Wisconsin Drives Manufacturing Summit brings together manufacturers, innovators, researchers, and technology leaders to tackle the challenges shaping the future of American manufacturing. This isn’t a conference you attend; it’s a platform you work within. The summit takes place June 1-2 at Lambeau Field, Green Bay. GBIG is co-sponsoring this event.
In partnership with onPeak, we have secured discounted rates at a selection of Orlando hotels. Book yours today!
Exhibitors have the opportunity to snag a What’s in Store Live sponsorship. But hurry, sponsorship closes May 8th!
We have exciting guest speakers coming to our General Session stage. Check them out here!
Can’t wait to see you in Orlando!
Register today for Swing Big With GBIG, a golf outing sponsored by the Green Bay Innovation Group and First Business Bank.
Swing Big with GBIG is a 4-person scramble on Thursday, June 18, at Mid Vallee Golf Course, 3850 Mid Valley Drive, De Pere, Wisconsin. The golf outing starts with registration at 8:30 a.m. and ends with a FREE NETWORKING event at 3:00 p.m. Join us for a day of golf and camaraderie for a worthy cause. The golf outing raises money to support local food pantries and nonprofit organizations.
In addition to golf, we will have raffles and contests on the course. Try your luck at sinking a hole-in-one to win $10,000 from contest sponsor Packerland Websites.
Swing Big with GBIG offers opportunities to promote your organization by sponsoring a hole ($300) or donating raffle items. Hole sponsors can register at the GBIG Events webpage. Email a high-resolution logo to Marty Ochs at martinpochs@gmail.com to make signs for you!
Registration includes 18 holes of golf with cart, two drink tickets, and lunch on the course.
Do not miss out! The registration deadline is June 5 for the June 18 outing. We have room for 216 golfers, and we sold out last year. Let us make this golf outing a tremendous success. GBIG is a 501(C)3 nonprofit organization, and all of the profit goes right back to the community to support local charities. Sign up today as a golfer or hole sponsor.
For more information, contact Marty Ochs, martinpochs@gmail.com or (608) 698-3333.
Get links to the latest news, events, stories, and interviews from our 5P news members. Our goal is to remind the decision-makers in Wisconsin of the importance of our industry both historically, and more importantly, into the future.
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Safety coordinators and EHS managers are constantly balancing compliance requirements, inspections, documentation, and follow-up actions. When timelines get tight, that workload can quickly become overwhelming. EHSTracks is designed to remove that pressure by streamlining and standardizing the entire process.
Inspections are one of the most resource-intensive parts of any safety program, often relying heavily on internal knowledge of a site. EHSTracks eliminates that dependency.
With fully mapped inspection points and real-time photo documentation, inspections become structured and repeatable. Every checkpoint is predefined and clearly guided, allowing:
Instead of relying on internal knowledge, organizations operate from a system-driven process that scales with demand.
EHSTracks captures inspection data in real time, ensuring nothing is missed and everything is documented accurately:
This creates a reliable, defensible record—especially important when working with OSHA requirements and fire protection agencies overseeing fire extinguisher inspections.
EHSTracks removes the administrative burden that typically follows inspections. As soon as inspections are complete:
This ensures that everyone involved knows what needs to be done and is held accountable for completing it—without additional manual coordination.
Compliance with OSHA and fire safety regulations requires consistent inspections and thorough documentation. EHSTracks supports this by:
Instead of reacting to audits, organizations stay continuously prepared.
EHSTracks transforms safety management from a reactive, time-consuming effort into a streamlined, proactive system. By simplifying inspections, automating reporting, and reinforcing accountability, it allows safety coordinators and managers to focus on what matters most—keeping people safe while maintaining compliance.
This website conveys the story and purpose of the meeting and aligns with your idea about a one-page document. The advantage is that it can evolve, and we will add content step by step as we are nearing the summit. Your constituents can see how the tenet creation is evolving and engage at any point.
If you previously viewed an early version of the site, we recommend clearing your browser cache or opening the link in an incognito/private window to ensure you’re seeing the most current content.
The site will continue to evolve over the coming weeks, with the following sections added soon:
We’ll keep you updated as these components go live.
With Assembly Bill 131 now enacted, the Wisconsin Paper Council and Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce are pleased to provide our respective members with a Coalition Members-Only Webinar on this important issue.
Join the WPC and WMC for:
A one-day, in-person conference designed for employees of companies that are members of WPC and/or NCASI. This event provides an opportunity to hear from leading experts on environmental regulatory and technical topics, gain insights into the latest industry challenges and solutions, and network with colleagues and industry professionals.
The event will bring together representatives from WPC and NCASI member companies, including scientists, engineers, attorneys, mill environmental managers, and other professionals. The program will feature updates from DNR, EPA, NCASI, and legal and industry experts, along with a panel discussion led by environmental consultants and managers from Wisconsin paper mills.
Sponsorship Opportunities & Questions:
Wisconsin has the second-highest concentration of manufacturing employment in the nation, with 16 – 18% of its private-sector jobs in that sector. With over 9,000 manufacturers employing more than 465,000 workers, the industry contributed over $70 billion to the state’s economy in 2024. Wisconsin holds top-tier national rankings for employment concentration. We have seen substantial growth in the Plastics, Converting, Printing, Packaging, and the Food Industries. Manufacturing accounts for 96% of all Wisconsin exports.
Wisconsin will hold a number of manufacturing events! UW Madison – Manufacturing Summit WI Drives Manufacturing is the Premier Event on June 2 nd at Lambeau Field sponsored by the Green Bay Innovation Group. We will cover areas such as ai, pfas, new materials, world-leading manufacturing methods, automation, onshoring, workforce readiness, supply chain management, fusion energy, biotech, pharma, semiconductor specialties, and foster economic prosperity through the next era of Manufacturing.
UW Madison will have sixteen tracks. Join the Green Bay Innovation Group Session: PFAS-free manufacturing – approaches, challenges and solutions monitored by Marty Ochs Executive Director of the Green Bay Innovation Group.
The upcoming events:
For industrial facility managers, understanding what switchgear is used for is critical. Switchgear plays a central role in controlling electrical power and protecting equipment from faults. Without it, electrical systems would be far more vulnerable to outages and damage.
In simple terms, switchgear allows operators to control, isolate, and protect electrical circuits. It ensures power is distributed safely while preventing failures from spreading throughout the system.
Many facility managers ask what is switchgear used for when reviewing electrical infrastructure. The primary purpose of switchgear is to control power flow and protect electrical systems from faults. Switchgear assemblies are commonly installed in low-, medium-, and high-voltage power distribution systems.
Faults such as short circuits and overloads can occur suddenly. They must be isolated immediately to prevent equipment damage. Switchgear accomplishes this by detecting abnormal conditions and interrupting electrical flow.
Switchgear is commonly used in:
In each of these environments, switchgear helps maintain stable and protected power systems.
When asking how does switchgear work, it helps to view it as a control and protection hub for electrical circuits. Protective relays within the switchgear detect abnormal conditions such as overcurrent, ground faults, or short circuits. These relays send signals to circuit breakers that immediately interrupt the flow of electricity.
The faulted section of the system is then isolated. This prevents damage to transformers, cables, motors, and other critical equipment. It also allows operators to isolate circuits for maintenance or system upgrades. This capability is essential for maintaining infrastructure without shutting down entire facilities.
The function of switchgear depends on several coordinated components that work together.
Typical switchgear components include:
These components are housed within metal-clad or metal-enclosed assemblies. They are designed to safely contain electrical arcs and isolate energized parts. Each component contributes to overall system reliability.
For anyone asking what is switchgear used for, the answer lies in its role in electrical infrastructure. Switchgear is a critical component of modern power distribution systems. It quickly isolates faults and controls power distribution. These systems protect equipment, prevent widespread outages, and support safe system operation.
In modern facilities, electrical reliability is critical. Properly designed and maintained switchgear helps maintain continuous operations. It also reduces risk to personnel and equipment.
If you want to learn more about switchgear services or discuss your system, contact Adam Kahler at akahler@quadplus.com or (815) 210-9885.
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