MRC News
HindlePower “Manufacturer of the Week”
MRC Announces HindlePower selected as Make It in America “Manufacturer of the Week” For Immediate Release July 24, 2013 Patricia A. Felise, Communications Coordinator Manufacturers Resource Center Greater Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania: The Manufacturers...
Manufacturing Day – October 4, 2013
MANUFACTURING DAY FOC-- USES ON YOUTH & TECHNOLOGY After a successful initial celebration last year, the next Manufacturing Day has been scheduled for Friday, Oct. 4, 2013. Manufacturers, educational institutions and others are encouraged to host events that will...
Apply for DEP’s Small Business Advantage Grants
News for Immediate Release July 8, 2013 Governor Corbett Invites Small Businesses to Apply for DEP’s Energy Efficiency, Pollution Prevention Grants Harrisburg – Governor Tom Corbett today encouraged Pennsylvania small-business owners to apply for DEP’s...
Diversification, training keep pool maker afloat
Diversification, training keep pool maker afloat By Brian Pedersen When the recession slammed the housing industry several years ago, homeowners weren’t putting many pools in the ground. But one pool manufacturing company managed to stay afloat...
Save! EITC Tax Credits & MRC Loan Fund
We are always eager to bring you opportunities to save money, and NOW we have two more! Save! EITC Tax Credits & MRC Loan Fund Educational Improvement Tax Credits (EITC) Hurry! Deadline July 1, 2013 The EITC program provides tax credits to eligible businesses...
Industry Week “America’s Offshoring Debacle…..”
America's Offshoring Debacle - Accounting for What Happened John Biagioni, general manager, Viatran Fri, 2013-05-17 15:51 In deciding where to produce products, Total Cost of Ownership gives companies an accurate insight into the lifecycle of costs Let...
Foundry Finds Ally in Valley Resource
Foundry Finds Ally in Valley Resource By Brian Pedersen May 13. 2013 8:00AM Effort Foundry Inc. of Bath, a manufacturer that’s been in business for 40 years, marked its anniversary with an open house May 7 to showcase its newest expansion. ...
Manufacturer’s foam finds a home locally and beyond
Manufacturer’s foam finds a home locally and beyond By Brian Pedersen April 29. 2013 8:00 AM Photo by Brian Pedersen/A worker from Insulation Corp. of America moves a block of expanded polystyrene. Building a strong foundation...
Sikorsky Concrete “Manufacturer of the Week”
Palmerton-based Sikorsky Concrete named national manufacturer of the week LVB.com News Article April 25. 2013 11:00 AM BY ERIC STEINKOPFF Sikorsky Concrete Products of Palmerton was selected today as the Manufacturing Extension Partnership’s national "Manufacturer of...
Maker of Solar-Powered Products Sees Growth
Maker of solar-powered products sees growth By Brian Pedersen | LVB.com March 28, 2013 Is the U.S. and by extension, the Greater Lehigh Valley, seeing a resurgence in manufacturing Eric Zerphy, president and CEO of Solar Technology Inc., thinks so. We’re very...
Ice Equipment Maker Eyes Innovative Growth
Ice equipment maker eyes innovative growth By Brian Pedersen | LVB.com April 15. 2013 8:00AM Improvements that come fast are never simple. As companies grow and become successful, the challenge comes in staying in the game, planning for long-term growth while making...
PNC Economic Outlook Survey – Spring 2013
Economic Outlook Survey – Spring 2013 Business Owners' Outlook Weakens for Hiring in the Aftermath of U.S. Government Actions Pennsylvania Outlook - Spring 2013 Detailed National and Regional Findings Key Findings: The survey, which gauges the mood and sentiment of...
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