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  • April 2026

  • Fri 24

    10 Reasons to Adopt AI Agentic Systems

    Featured April 24 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am
    Webinar

    10 Reasons to Adopt AI Agentic Systems (1-hour, Webinar)   Manufacturers are facing a perfect storm: experienced employees are retiring, skill gaps are widening, operational complexity is increasing, and pressure Read More

  • May 2026

  • Wed 13

    10 Reasons to Adopt AI Agentic Systems

    Featured May 13 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
    Zoom

    10 Reasons to Adopt AI Agentic Systems (1-hour, Webinar)   Manufacturers are facing a perfect storm: experienced employees are retiring, skill gaps are widening, operational complexity is increasing, and pressure Read More

  • Wed 20
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    OSHA 10-Hour Training – Altoona

    Featured May 20 @ 8:00 am - May 21 @ 1:30 pm
    St. Francis Curry Innovation Center 1425 11th Avenue, Altoona, PA, United States

    OSHA 10-Hour (in-person, Altoona, PA)   The OSHA 10-Hour training for manufacturers is designed to give workers a clear understanding of common workplace hazards and the best practices to prevent Read More

  • Thu 21
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    How to Cut Energy Costs Without Adding to Your Workload

    May 21 @ 11:00 am - 11:30 am
    Zoom

    Rising energy costs are a constant pressure, but finding time to deal with them is another story. In this webinar, Edgecom Energy shows how busy operations and finance leaders can Read More

  • Thu 21
    CMMC Steps to Compliance

    Cut Costs, Not Corners: 10 Practical Steps to CMMC Compliance

    May 21 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    Webinar

    Many small contractors worry that CMMC compliance is financially out of reach. This session provides a practical, step-by-step approach to meeting CMMC requirements while controlling costs, focusing on prioritization, realistic Read More

  • Thu 28
    Lean Manufacturing

    Exploring Lean Manufacturing Basics

    Featured May 28 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
    St. Francis Curry Innovation Center 1425 11th Avenue, Altoona, PA, United States

    Exploring Lean Manufacturing Basics Event Postponed until October 8th. Visit https://imcpa.com/event/lean-basics-altoona/ to register IMC's Exploring Lean Manufacturing Basics, 3-hour introductory program, provides participants with a foundational understanding of Lean Manufacturing. Read More

  • June 2026

  • Tue 9
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    How to Give Effective Performance Reviews

    Featured June 9 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
    IMC 1127 W. 4th St., Williamsport, PA, United States

    How to Give Effective Performance Reviews (3-Hr, in-person, Williamsport, PA) This program starts in:   Performance reviews shouldn’t feel like a dreaded annual chore—they’re a powerful opportunity to grow your Read More

  • Thu 18
    CMMC Contractors

    CMMC: How Contractors are Passing Without Securing Their Entire Network

    June 18 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    Webinar

    One of the biggest drivers of cost and failure in CMMC assessments is improper scoping. This webinar explains how scoping decisions affect compliance requirements, assessment outcomes, and long-term sustainability. Attendees Read More

  • July 2026

  • Thu 16
    CUI Enclaves

    CUI Enclaves Explained: A Practical Path to CMMC for Small Contractors

    July 16 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    Webinar

    For many small businesses, securing an entire corporate network is not realistic. This session explains what a CUI enclave is, when it makes sense, and how it is being used Read More

  • Wed 29
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    AI in Marketing: Practical Tools, Real Impact

    Featured July 29 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am
    Webinar

    AI is already influencing how prospects find, evaluate, and choose suppliers—often in ways manufacturers don’t immediately see. This complimentary webinar cuts through the noise to show how AI can support your marketing and sales efforts today, using tools and approaches that don’t require technical expertise or massive budgets.

  • August 2026

  • Thu 20

    CMMC on a Budget: What Small Contractors are Actually Spending – and Why

    August 20 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    Webinar

    Understanding the real costs of CMMC compliance is critical for planning and decision-making. This webinar breaks down the major cost drivers, including assessments, preparation efforts, tooling, and ongoing compliance activities. Read More

  • September 2026

  • Wed 2
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    Create a Winning Safety Culture

    Featured September 2 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
    St. Francis Curry Innovation Center 1425 11th Avenue, Altoona, PA, United States

    Create a Winning Safety Culture A Road Map to go from Compliance to Commitment (3-Hr, in-person, Altoona, PA) This program starts in:   A great safety culture is when effort Read More

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Testimonials


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

Northway Industries, Inc.


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.


Pik Rite, Inc.

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.


NuVisions Center

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


SilcoTek

5 Whys, SIPOC, Value Stream Maps, etc. are great ways to visualize problems that are difficult to pinpoint.

Brandon SmithQuality Control Lead TechnicianSilcoTek


Prysmian Group

The attendees of both training programs came away energized and eager to apply their new skills in training, coaching and communications. There is broad consensus that these skills should continue to … Read more

Jeanette WraggTraining ManagerPrysmian Group


Nittany Paper Mills, Inc.

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.


QCast Aluminum

The Value Stream Mapping exercise conducted by the IMC enabled us to visually see the overall production process and the areas we needed to target for improvement. Without this process, QCast may not … Read more

Terry ArnoldGeneral ManagerQCast Aluminum


Lang’s Chocolates

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.

Robert LangOwnerLang’s Chocolates


Metal Integrity

“IMC has been an excellent resource for us to accomplish objectives that we would not have been able to achieve on our own. We would highly recommend any company taking full advantage of the services … Read more

Marc DagataPresidentMetal Integrity




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News

Why Your Manufacturing Firm Needs AI Agentic Systems — Now

Modern manufacturing is facing a perfect storm: retiring experts, widening skill gaps, rising complexity, and increasing pressure for efficiency. AI agentic systems offer a practical, immediate path to protect your knowledge, empower your workforce, …

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IMC Joins CESMII Smart Manufacturing Roadshow to Showcase Innovation Across Pennsylvania

On December 11, 2025, the Innovative Manufacturers’ Center (IMC) along with approximately 100 industry manufacturing professionals, attended the CESMII Smart Manufacturing Roadshow hosted by the Digital Foundry in New Kensington, PA, an event highlighting the …

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Happy Manufacturing Month!

Celebrating Manufacturing: October Is Manufacturing Month & Friday Is National Manufacturing Day Every October, manufacturers across the U.S. are spotlighted for their vital role in innovation, jobs, and regional growth. While National Manufacturing Day (this …

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