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R&D Tax Credits

Tax Credit

Did you know that R&D tax credits can bring small and medium-size manufacturers tens of thousands of dollars?

IMC does. And if you’re a Central Pennsylvania manufacturer, we can help you identify and take advantage of the potentially massive savings.

It was once widely believed that most companies that make their own products didn’t have R&D taking place, which simply isn’t true. R&D tax credit law has been recently clarified to include a wide variety of small to mid-size manufacturers – not just high-tech, biotech and pharmaceutical companies. That means R&D tax credits are out there. And we can help you find them.

R&D Tax Credits: Easier Than You Think

For manufacturers that haven’t previously taken advantage of R&D tax credits, there is potential to claim tens of thousands of dollars – and sometimes $100,000, or more. IMC works with a trusted third-party provider to help guide small and mid-sized manufacturers through the R&D tax credit process. If your company performs any of the following services, you may qualify for a substantial tax credit.

  • Manufacture products
  • Develops new, improved or more reliable products/processes/formulas
  • Develops prototypes and models including computer generate models
  • Designs tools, jigs, molds and dies
  • Develops or applies for patents
  • Performs certification testing
  • Conducts testing of new concepts and technology
  • Develops new technology
  • Attempts using new materials
  • Performs environmental testing
  • Adds new equipment
  • Develops or improves production/manufacturing process
  • Develops software or hardware
  • Improves or builds new manufacturing facilities
  • Automates/streamlines internal processes

Does that list include your Central Pennsylvania manufacturing firm?

Contact Us | info@imcpa.com | (570) 329-3200 to the right to learn how we can help you claim R&D tax credits.

Testimonials


“The IMC Supervisor Effectiveness Training exceeded our expectations and provided valuable tools that supervisors can immediately apply in the workplace. The sessions were engaging, relevant, and ch… Read more

Tammy BubbControllerRemmey The Pallet Company


“IMC provided timely insight, valuable support, and expert guidance throughout the SMART-PA grant and ERP enhancement project. Their assistance helped us successfully install and validate a fully cu… Read more

Tammy BubbControllerRemmey The Pallet Company


“The IMC team provided valuable insight throughout the assessment process and helped us develop a clear roadmap for future growth. Their expertise enabled us to identify opportunities to improve effic… Read more

Mike SellersGeneral ManagerShumaker 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

Steve WagnerDirector of Training & DevelopmentNorthway Industries, Inc.


“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.


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.


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


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

Brandon SmithQuality Control Lead TechnicianSilcoTek


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


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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