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Central Susquehanna WSCM School Honored at Statewide Manufacturing Awards

WSCM Best of PA

As Central Susquehanna WSCM’s Best of PA nominees, Mount Carmel Area and Huntingdon Area Middle Schools recently joined IMC’s Lauri Moon, Manager of the Central Susquehanna WSCM program, at the Read More

Filed Under: IMC Blog, News

What’s So Cool About Manufacturing Video Contest Announces 2025 Central Susquehanna Awards

CSWSCM Awards

IMC is excited to announce the award recipients for the “What’s So Cool About Manufacturing?” (WSCM) Central Susquehanna student video contest awards.  The annual awards ceremony was held April 23rd Read More

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Central Susquehanna WSCM, STEM, WSCM, WSCM CS

IMC Announces the Release of its Central Pennsylvania Manufacturing Tariff Poll Results

IMC Tariff Infographic

We are pleased to announce the results of our Central Pennsylvania Manufacturing Tariff Poll. This initiative aimed to gather insights from regional manufacturers regarding the potential impact of proposed tariffs on Read More

Filed Under: IMC Blog, News Tagged With: tariffs, US tariffs

Central PA Manufacturing Tariff Poll

modern manufacturing facility

This poll is now closed. Thank you to everyone who participated. Please watch our e-news and socials for follow-up information regarding the results. Central PA manufacturers, your participation is crucial Read More

Filed Under: IMC Blog, News

IMC’s 2024 Regional Impact: Strengthening Manufacturing, Driving Growth

IMC 2024 Regional Impact Infographic

At IMC, we take pride in empowering manufacturers with the tools, resources, and expertise they need to thrive. As we reflect on 2024, we are thrilled to share the significant Read More

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IMC Announces Lean Manufacturing Practitioner Certification

Lean Manufacturing

IMC is excited to announce the evolution of our Lean Manufacturing Level One Certification into the Lean Manufacturing Practitioner Certification. This enhanced program is designed to provide participants with practical, Read More

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CMMC 2025 Webinar Series Announced

Risk Management and Assessment for Business

IMC is excited to announce our continued partnership with Core Business Solutions to deliver CMMC webinars to Central PA manufacturers. The long-awaited CMMC 2.0 is officially here, and key milestones Read More

Filed Under: News Tagged With: cmmc compliance, cmmc education

IMC Secures DOE SMART Grant to Advance Manufacturing Technology in Central PA

Adopt Smart Technology

The Innovative Manufacturers Center (IMC), a public-private partnership dedicated to supporting small- and medium-sized manufacturers (SMMs) in Central Pennsylvania, has been awarded a grant through the Department of Energy’s (DOE) Read More

Filed Under: IMC Blog, News Tagged With: smart manufacturing, SMART-PA

IMC Announces Using AI in HR Webinar Series

human resources

Using Artificial Intelligence to Support Human Resources in Manufacturing Four 90-minute Modules In the rapidly evolving landscape of human resources, artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging as a transformative force. HR practitioners Read More

Filed Under: News Tagged With: AI in HR, artificial intelligence

Thank You for Joining Us in Celebrating Central Pennsylvania’s Manufacturing Community!

We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who joined us for this incredible event celebrating the vibrant manufacturing community of Central Pennsylvania. Your presence made the event Read More

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Northway Industries, Inc.

“Through the Winning Teams program, we increased throughput in our laminate cleaning/inspection area by 18%, which also shortened the time for us to respond to vendors about defective products and t… Read more

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Rockland Manufacturing Co.

“We’re very pleased with the results of the training. It was a great way to break the ice regarding a systemic change in one of our oldest and most experience facilities. By training on change man… Read more

Bo PrattPresidentRockland Manufacturing Co.


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The IMC and its staff have played an integral part in the success of Pik Rite’s Continuous Improvement culture as well as directly influencing more efficient production and operations. The proof is … Read more

Caleb ThomasProduct Line ManagerPik Rite, Inc.


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We are a small organization and do not have IT staff. Before we found IMC, the task to implement CMMC seemed almost insurmountable. With their help, the process was no longer overwhelming, and we were… Read more

Terry KnouseVice President of OperationsNuVisions Center


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Brandon SmithQuality Control Lead TechnicianSilcoTek


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Jeanette WraggTraining ManagerPrysmian Group


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We make investments where and when our workforce is skilled and ready.  The training was a solid foundation for supervisor development.

Steve PrentissVice President of Human ResourcesNittany Paper Mills, Inc.


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Terry ArnoldGeneral ManagerQCast Aluminum


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IMC’s resource consultant’s background and knowledge were so relevant, and his delivery set a solid foundation upon which we could build for our re-certification as well.

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Central Susquehanna WSCM School Honored at Statewide Manufacturing Awards

As Central Susquehanna WSCM’s Best of PA nominees, Mount Carmel Area and Huntingdon Area Middle Schools recently joined IMC’s Lauri Moon, Manager of the Central Susquehanna WSCM program, at the What’s So Cool About Manufacturing® …

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What’s So Cool About Manufacturing Video Contest Announces 2025 Central Susquehanna Awards

IMC is excited to announce the award recipients for the “What’s So Cool About Manufacturing?” (WSCM) Central Susquehanna student video contest awards.  The annual awards ceremony was held April 23rd at The Venue at Liberty …

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IMC Announces the Release of its Central Pennsylvania Manufacturing Tariff Poll Results

We are pleased to announce the results of our Central Pennsylvania Manufacturing Tariff Poll. This initiative aimed to gather insights from regional manufacturers regarding the potential impact of proposed tariffs on the region’s manufacturing sector. We …

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