TechTransfer Maint

Technology TransferOffice of Maintenance Research

By: Steve Blaufuss

Technology Transfer

My Background

• 9 years with MnDOT Maintenance in District 7• I am familiar with your job• Background in Technology with a degree in

Computer Science• SPOT Trainer for 7 Years• This is currently a 1 year mobility position for me

Technology Transfer

What is Technology Transfer?An initiative created by Central Office to collect and distribute

information on small in-house built devices that are created in the field by MnDOT employees. They can be either stand-alone equipment or attachments for our equipment that make your job safer, easier, and more efficient.

Technology TransferPublication Example

Technology Transfer

Your Involvement• We want your ideas• Information on completed projects• Your District/Shop will be highlighted as the

creators of the project• Showcase your talent & willingness to improve on

MnDOT’s fleet of equipment• Don’t forget; collective small changes can lead to

large results• Help us make your job easier

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Upcoming Implementation

• A more user-friendly and readily available source of publication for information on these devices

• Progressive Practices

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MOR/NTREC

• Sharing the MOR/NTREC Workload with Ryan Otte• Promoting the program• Assisting in project proposal guidance• Approval of projects

Do you have an idea for a MOR/NTREC project?

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Questions?