ODSA

TechSolve is proud to be one of Ohio’s six Edison Technology Centers. Through these centers, the Ohio Development Services Agency (ODSA) helps Ohio manufacturers achieve their growth potential in the global marketplace.

TechSolve has extensive experience in the aerospace and automotive industries, both of which have been targeted by the ODSA as drivers of Ohio’s economy over the next decade. Our expertise enables these industries to harness the power of high-impact process improvement and technology to stimulate existing products and create new products.

The six Edison Technology Centers located around the state provide a variety of products, process innovation and commercialization services to both established and early-stage technology-based businesses. These businesses can include new product design, CAD/CAM, prototyping, materials selection and handling, plant layout and design, quality systems, information systems, machining, joining technology assistance, and biotechnology business consulting.

 

1. BioOhio (Columbus)
   BioOhio is a statewide center focused on promoting the bio-life sciences industry in Ohio, including pharmaceutical and medical device development. Its principal efforts are in assisting small- to medium-sized entrepreneurial organizations to develop and commercialize bio-life sciences technology.
2. CIFT (Toledo)
   CIFT is statewide center focused on food technology, particularly in processing/packaging (e.g., blow molding and wrap technology).
3. Edison Welding Institute (Columbus)
   This is a membership-based, internationally-recognized institution focused on materials joining technology. The Institute conducts research and development for both industry and government.
4. MAGNET (Cleveland)
   MAGNET is a regional center focused on manufacturers. It provides manufacturing process and productivity improvement services, product design and development services, and fee-for-service training. It brokers commercial and university IP in selected manufacturing areas, and delivers federal/state Manufacturing Small Business Assistance programs.
5. Polymer Ohio (Columbus)
   PolymerOhio is a networking group committed to the global competitiveness and growth of Ohio's polymer industry. Members include Ohio polymer companies, leading polymer academic agencies, and service providers.
6. TechSolve (Cincinnati)
   TechSolve is a regional center focused on manufacturers. It provides advanced manufacturing process and system services and productivity improvement training. It is a nationally-recognized center in machining technology, and delivers federal/state Manufacturing Small Business Assistance programs.