Section 400.10 - Industrial resource centersAn industrial resource center shall:
(1) Serve manufacturing industries in this Commonwealth.(2) Offer manufacturers comprehensive assistance which may include, but is not limited to:(i) The capacity to help manufacturing firms evaluate those elements which are critical to their competitive ability, such as the need for implementation of process technology, the need for continuous improvement in quality and understanding the nature of existing and future global markets.(ii) The ability to assist companies in identifying and applying appropriate technologies.(iii) The ability to transmit products and techniques to improve the manufacturing process.(iv) An information service designed to provide manufacturers with practical data on the availability and capability of commercially available processes and technologies.(v) The development of demonstration sites which manufacturers can visit to learn about and evaluate technologies.(vi) Providing manufacturers with services designed to help them better understand as well as apply modern manufacturing techniques and concepts.(vii) Working with the department and other State agencies and local or regional organizations in the implementation of economic development plans.(viii) Providing manufacturers with marketing strategies and assistance in training and workforce development.(3) Represent a consortium of interest designed to meet the needs of industry in its particular region.(4) Be an independent nonprofit institution overseen by a regional board of directors comprising private industry, economic development and university representatives, with at least 50% representation from private industry.(5) Complement and cooperate with every other center and shall make every effort to share expertise and clientele to develop a strong Statewide network.1993, July 2, P.L. 439, No. 64, § 10, effective in 120 days.