Statement by Charlotte Weber, Director and CEO of the Robert C. Byrd Institute for Advanced Flexible Manufacturing (RCBI), on the death of U.S. Senator Robert C. Byrd:

“The Robert C. Byrd Institute for Advanced Flexible Manufacturing – RCBI – is part of the legacy that one of America’s greatest Senators leaves behind.

“RCBI proudly stands as a tribute to the keen vision of Senator Robert C. Byrd. He will always be remembered as a fearless champion who fought tirelessly for all West Virginians and for our great nation.

“Today, we lost a legendary statesman, a great leader, and a true friend. We will honor his memory and his legacy by continuing the mission he envisioned for the Robert C. Byrd Institute.”


The Public Information group at the Robert C. Byrd Institute can provide timely information to the media on current events at RCBI as well as information regarding the manufacturing industry and its relationships with RCBI. For more information, call 800.469.RCBI (7224) or e-mail publicinfo@rcbi.org.

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