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2009 Street Faire Event Guide - For Electronic Release
2009 Street Faire Event Guide - For Electronic Release
2009 Street Faire Event Guide - For Electronic Release
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PRODUCT DESIGN
EVENT SPONSORS:
STREET FAIRE
RESEARCH
TRIANGLE PARK
Sponsors
Directory Index
MOntie Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
RTP Product development guild . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Studio Hagler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
trimech . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Contributor
Gilmore Global . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Exhibitors
ACCURATE MACHINE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
ANVIL PROTOTYPE & DESIGN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
FIDELITY BANK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
HAMILTON PCB DESIGN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
HATLEY & ASSOCIATES, INC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
MOLEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
NCSU IDSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Product Development and Management Association (PDMA) . . . . . . . . . . . 17
SEVENTH DIGIT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
TOUCHSTONE 3D SERVICES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
TRIANGLE ADVANCED DESIGN AND AUTOMATION, INC. . . . . .19
PRODUCT DESIGN
STREET FAIRE
As the Guild grows, our focus on community and nurturing the curiosity
of the younger generation grows. It is our desire to not only enhance
the regional economy and build professional networks, but to leave a
footprint that encourages technological product innovation among
future generations.
Contact Info If this sounds like your type of organization, please join the RTP Product
919.481.1845 x107 [office]
Development Guild as a Team Advisor, Co-Op member or supporter by
919-412-0559 [cell]
registering at www.rtpproductguild.com.
info@rtpproductguild.com
www.rtpproductguild.com
PRODUCT DESIGN
Sponsor » RTP Product Design & Prototyping Co-Op Member STREET FAIRE
Contact Info
tyhagler@studiohagler.com
Office: 919.469.2802
Cell: 919.724.2439
Sponsor »RTP Product Design & Prototyping Co-Op Member
Gretchen Bazeley
We view our relationship with cli-
TriMech, established in 1996 has helped clients design better
ents as a partnership and can pro- products by partnering with them to provide solutions for
vide you with customer referrals product developers, mechanical engineers, and manufacturers.
and success stories as a measure of
what we can do for you. Call today TriMech Solutions is focused on providing software, support and
to see whether a partnership with training to companies typically involved with manufacturing,
the #1 Solutions Provider on the research and development, or contract engineering services.
East Coast can help your business Our technical support team provides Live Answer and 24 hour
grow. close rate of 95% and higher. We provide solutions including
3-D CAD, File Management and Revision control software and
3-dimensional printing hardware.
Contact Info
919.806.8886 x205 TriMech Manufacturing is a company that sells and supports CAM
cell 919.323.7858 and DNC software to the Manufacturing market.
fax 919.806.0777
www.trimech.com TriMech Services is a contract engineering firm that provides
fixed price design and engineering services as well as technical
recruiting support for both contract and direct hires.
PRODUCT DESIGN
Sponsor STREET FAIRE
Joel does not describe his job in We are an ISO9001-2008 registered company and adhere to the
terms of selling. It is about helping principles of continuous process improvement and surpassing
customers achieve their business customer expectations. We use technology to simplify and
objectives through an understand-
enhance operational performance and to streamline processes
ing of their needs and the delivery
of a total solution based on those resulting in more cost effective operations. TrainingOutsourcing.
needs. He is a graduate of UNC-CH, com has named Gilmore Global as one of the “Top Specialized
has an MBA from the University of Learning Process Providers”.
Utah and is active in Rotary locally.
One of the unique things about Gilmore Global is that we offer
a truly global training fulfillment solution. We do this through a
network of strategic partners, who have print and distribution
facilities in England, Russia, The Czech Republic, Mexico, Colombia,
Contact Info
(O): 919-277-2705 Brazil, Singapore, China, India and Australia as well as our own
(M): 919-272-5188 operation in Canada.
thigpenj@usa.gilmoreglobal.com
www.gilmoreglobal.com
Contributor
Contact Info
919.388.2251 [office]
919.523.3788 [cell]
adr@adrhydrocut.com
PRODUCT DESIGN
RTP Product Design & Prototyping Co-Op Member
STREET FAIRE
Contact Info
www.finelineprototyping.com
919.781.7702 [Phone]
RTP Product Design & Prototyping Co-Op Member
Terry Krauss, Mba, is the founder of Forward Motion associates llc offers customized training to im-
Forward Motion associates, a col- prove the operating performance of any organization—of any
laborative training provider firm size—in any industry. The body of knowledge includes but is
dedicated to supporting continu- not restricted to isO Quality systems (i.e., 9001,17025, 13485, Ts
ous improvement and business sus-
16949) and as 9100, lean applications for design, manufacturing,
tainability in north carolina and the
us. Terry served for over six years as service, construction and healthcare, and six sigma Methodol-
a business extension specialist for ogy for de- sign, process development and process control. any
north carolina state university’s in- of the topics can be presented from introductory to advanced
dustrial extension service, preceded levels and cus- tomized to the needs of the clients. The unique
by 20 years of experience in manu-
adaptive Training approach offers unusual flexibility to deliver
facturing en- gineering, plant engi-
neering and production manage- knowledge on site in a hands on manner—using the client’s ac-
ment with firms such as armstrong tual processes as the train- ing laboratory. FMa associates are
world industries (now armacell), aKG experienced hands-on practitio- ners with exceptional abilities.
of america, Hubbell inc., and Federal This small nc business provides a flexible, competitive and at-
Mogul corporation. He holds a b.s.
tractive alternative to other training re- sources. and we assist
degree in engineering from Duke
university and an Mba from vir- gin- clients with accessing state funding to offset our fees.
ia Tech. Memberships include the
american society for Quality (asQ),
council for entrepreneurial Develop-
ment (ceD), sustainable north caroli-
na (snc), southern Textile association
(sTa), nation- al Tool and Machine as-
sociation (nTMa) and RTP new Prod-
uct De- velopment Guild.
Contact Info
forwardmotionassociates.com
terry@forwardmotionassociates.com
919.971.3201
Carrboro, North Carolina
Has solved many types of consumer FEA reduces project risk, and saves time and money throughout the entire
and industrial structural, thermal, development process. Simulations, such as structural, thermal, magnetic,
and Multiphysics problems. and air and liquid flow and cool can begin early in the design process;
reducing your reliance on expensive and time-consuming physical proto-
High level proficiency in Multiphys- types.
ics ANSYS FEA & CFD, SolidWorks
SIM Professional, MS/Windows & Put their “expert industry-insider” to work for you today! If you already
Office applications, and multiple have FEA, you can leverage In2Solutions as a resource to improve your
computer platforms, configurations process or to out-source urgent and/or complex problems.
& networking.
1. Diverse Experience. We’ve done it all. From IC chips & PCB’s to large marine
Delivers immediate benefits as structures, we can help you!
an “individual contributor”, or can
train and efficiently implement a 2. Timely Service. Rapid response is built into our approach on every project.
company’s in-house CAD/FEA/CAE FEA projects are typically completed in just a small fraction of the time (and
cost) required for physical prototypes!
infrastructure.
3. Client-centric approach. We provide constant attention to changing client
Has sucessfully worn many hats: needs and ongoing, personal communication throughout all phases of each
Staff Engineer/Analyst—Babcock & project.
Wilcox 1988-1994 4. Dedicated to excellence. Regardless of the type of analysis, we apply the
full breadth of our knowledge and experience to make each product as eco-
A.E./Trainer—CAD/FEA Reseller
nomical and robust as possible.
Channel, Mallett, 1994-1997
5. How to get started? We can typically quote a project based on your sketch-
FEA Consultant/Trainer 1997-pres- es, drawings, and/or CAD-export models. We can incorporate multiple client-
ent provided specs and requirements into every project.
Contact Info In2Solutions Inc. operates near the Research Triangle Park area of NC with
919.851.0373
access to industry-leading technology, resources and innovative thought.
info@in2solutions.com
www.in2solutions.com
RTP Product Design & Prototyping Co-Op Member
His background includes over 20 Since opening our doors in 2007, Menzies Consulting Inc. has served
years of award-winning profes- clients across various industries including pharmaceutical, law,
sional experience in public rela- real estate, engineering and design, gaming, finance, nonprofit,
tions and marketing success. A for- environmental, business management and general technology. We give
mer print newspaper editor, David the same detailed attention and drive to short-term projects like website
is editor and publisher of the on- development, event management, and marketing collateral design as we
line technology news publication do to our long-term retainer clients who need a complete “soup-to-nuts”
NCTechNews, which he developed approach to branding and publicity as an outsourced member of their
to help build a stronger tech com- business development team.
munity in North Carolina and con-
tribute to economic growth. Our unique, creative, proven methodologies focus on results achieved
through public relations; media relations; marketing; branding;
He is an active member in the N.C. website design/enhancement/Search Engine Optimization; online
Product Design & Prototyping Co-
publishing (blogging, podcasting, videocasting); project management;
Op; TiECarolinas; the Online News
communications consulting (auditing, planning); and advertising
Association; the Society of Profes-
sional Journalists; and serves of the
(graphic design, production and placement). We offer standard hourly
Board of Trustees of the nonprofit and project-based billing options, as well as long-term monthly retainer
community health care organiza- contracts.
tion Wake Health Services, Inc. A published author of numerous articles on business and public relations
strategy, Menzies Consulting, Inc. President David Menzies is editor/
publisher of NCTechNews, a free, professionally edited interactive
Contact Info news publication helping members of the North Carolina technology
dmenzies@menziesconsulting.com community share information with peers, customers, prospects, investors
www.menziesconsulting.com and the general public. He also publishes Strategic Messaging News You
919.373.4274 Can Use, a free monthly newsletter providing information
919.274.6862 (cell) and tips on ways for companies to get their message out.
Skype: menzies.consulting For more information, visit StrategicMessaging.net.
Accurate Machine & Tool is a full-service CNC Precision Machine Shop specializing
in prototype and production machining of metals and plastics. In 18 years of
operation we have grown to be the largest machine shop in the Triangle area.
With over 20,000 square feet of space, 26 CNC Mills, 8 CNC Lathes, 13 Screw
Jimmie Wilder & Jim Hagen
Machines, and several manual machines all run by a team of top notch machinists,
Jimmie Wilder started Accurate Ma- we are prepared to support your machining needs.
chine & Tool in 1991. Now, 18 years
later, Accurate has grown to be the We are an ISO 9001 compliant shop with plans to be registered to ISO 9001-2008
largest machine shop in the Triangle by Q2, 2010. Our quality department has a full time staff of 3 including a quality
area. manager with 31 years of experience. We have a full complement of inspection
equipment including thread gauges, hand tools, an optical comparator and a
We are excited to introduce Jim Ha- programmable CMM with an articulating head and reverse engineering software.
gen; who has recently joined our All of this is in place to insure quality parts are produced to your specifications-
team as Sales Manager. Jim has over every time.
32 years of experience in Sales & Mar-
keting - all in the metalworking in- AMT is just the right size - large enough to have experienced employees and
dustry . state-of-the- art equipment designed to handle all of your machining needs, yet
small enough to provide the kind of flexibility and personal service that you
Contact Info want and deserve.
919-212-0266
www.accuratemachine.cc Exhibitor
Bill Watson
Bill Watson is a managing partner Anvil Prototype & Design is a Z Corporation partner for the
at Anvil Prototype. He oversees the sale of 3D printers in the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast. We have
company’s Southeast operations and
expertise in mass customization manufacturing and logistics. Our
nationwide service bureau and holds
a Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering Charlotte, NC office contains a rapid prototyping service bureau
from Georgia Tech and a MBA from with competitive rates and rapid turnaround times. Models from
Wake Forest. Bill possesses extensive our service projects have been featured in the Wall Street Journal,
knowledge of design for modeling New York Times, and Wired, and on the G4 and BBC One television
and 3D printer business justification .
networks. We offer customized 3D-printed maps from anywhere in
Contact Info the world at our website. We are your expert resource for superior
www.anvilprototype.com models from Z Corporation 3D printers.
sales@anvilprototype.com
704-527-8171 (Office)
919-924-6120 (Cell)
Exhibitor
Scott P. Mackey & Billy Ezell III Right By You: Its not just a slogan
fidelitybanknc.com
Exhibitor
HAMILTON
PCB Design
PRODUCT DESIGN
Exhibitor STREET FAIRE
Jeff Shea Hatley & Associates Inc., with offices in Raleigh, Greensboro and
Jeff is an Account Manager with Hat- Charlotte, has been helping companies in this area for 25 years.
ley & Associates, Inc. He has over 25 For example, Rapid Sheet Metal Prototyping will take your 3D file
years experience helping companies and give you a quote in 24 hours and parts in 48. Laser cutting,
with prototyping and production.
Some of these companies have been
bending, painting, silk screening and assembly are all in house.
Black & Decker, Ryobi, Ford, Denso, Rapid Machining Prototyping will use your 3D file to program their
Bosch and Electrolux as well as many CNC machining centers and lathes for quick turns. Production
startups. Jeff has lived in the Raleigh sourcing is also available with excellent local suppliers. You can
area for 20 years with his wife and 3
see a complete listing of their solutions at www.hatleysales.com,
daughters.
or call Jeff Shea anytime for a personal visit.
Contact Info
919.367.0750
jeshea@nc.rr.com
www.hatleysales.com Exhibitor
Derek Falzarano
Derek has over 20 years of successful Molex is a leading one-source supplier of interconnect solutions,
electronic interconnect sales experi- fully committed to meeting customer needs on a local, regional
ence. He has had been employed with and global level. Our portfolio of solutions is among the world’s
Molex since 1996 and currently holds largest with over 100,000 reliable products, including everything
the position of Account Manager. He
and his family have resided in North from fiber optic interconnect solutions to switches and application
Carolina since 2001. Please feel free tooling. Molex was established in 1938 with its global headquarters
to contact him at: derek.falzarano@ in Lisle, IL. Please visit us at: www.molex.com
molex.com or (919) 931-1128 with
any electronic interconnect needs
you may have.
Contact Info
Phone: (919) 931-1128
derek.falzarano@molex.com
Exhibitor
www.molex.com
Steven Valenziano
A current senior in the ID program, We are the NC State student chapter of the national IDSA
Steven is striving to learn new ways organization that represents the Industrial Design profession on
for design methods to benefit those an international level.
in need and address pressing social
issues. He recently interned at DEKA In a nutshell, we’re here to serve the ID students at NC State: to
Research and Development, and pre-
provide them networking, educational, and social opportunities
viously served as VP for IDSA, Co-pres-
ident of NCSU’s Design Council, and that help them meet their goals in ID. Most members strive to
has volunteered in various capacities. become professionals in the ever changing ID field...
He is also completely convinced that
bikes are the answer to every ques-
tion.
Contact Info
www.ncsudesign.org Exhibitor
PRODUCT DESIGN
Exhibitor STREET FAIRE
Seth Hollar
Seth Hollar, Ph.D., has degrees SeventhDigit Corporation is a technology services company
both in electrical engineering and that provides software/hardware development and prototyping
mechanical engineering. Among
solutions for electronic products. We work closely with our clients
the systems he has developed are:
one of the world’s smallest auton- through every step to ensure that we find the correct solutions
omous robots, one of the first dis- affordably and on time. Our services include computer and MCU-
tributed sensor network platforms, based programming, system integration, electro-mechanical
a motion sensing glove, and com- modeling, robotics, MEMS, and vision systems. Our goal is to solve
mercialized hand-held products. your problem the right way!
Contact Info
(919)302-8059
seth@seventhdigit.com
www.seventhdigit.com Exhibitor
Exhibitor
Exhibitor
PRODUCT DESIGN
STREET FAIRE
Vision
Through analysis, strategic planning, assessing and leveraging new
technology, we work to identify innovative, cutting-edge branding and
product opportunities.
Rapid Responsiveness
We understand your development deadlines. We are committed to going
the extra mile to expedite your design to the marketplace, securing the
maximum competitive advantage.
Leadership experience
Our leadership in the local design community benefits our clients in
measurable ways. Montie’s credits include: President Emeritus, PDMA
Carolinas Chapter; Carolina Chapter IDSA; Founder & President, RTP
Product Development Guild; and Founder and Host of the annual RTP
Product Design Street Faire.
Sustainability
Whenever and wherever possible, we strive to incorporate
eco-friendly materials as part of your overall design concept. > > >
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www.montie.com
info@montie.com
800-722-7987