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Take Control of Your Manufacturing Operations

Running a production manufacturing facility brings multiple levels of complexity that need to be managed in order to remain profitable. Whether it’s responding to your customers’ changing demands or just Read More

Tagged With: cloud, cloud computing, Continuous Improvement, Data and Statistics, Digital Tools, operations, process improvement

Improve Operational Efficiency with a Digital Factory

A universal truth about manufacturing is that production is in a constant state of change. Whether changes are incremental improvements or launching new products, they often cause significant problems for Read More

Tagged With: Continuous Improvement, Digital Tools, innovation, process improvement, technology and IIOT

Modern ERP Trends Manufacturers Can’t Afford to Ignore

According to a 2019 Mint Jutras Enterprise Solution Survey of Manufacturers, 29% are considering a new ERP system in the next 2 years, and 33% are undecided—meaning, they likely recognize Read More

Tagged With: cloud, cloud computing, Continuous Improvement, Data and Statistics, Digital Tools, operations

Key Trends in Digital Manufacturing You Need to Know

Whatever industry you’re in, it’s impossible to avoid Industry 4.0 and the barrage of buzzwords that accompany it. Digital Twins, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, predictive maintenance, and cybersecurity – Read More

Tagged With: cloud computing, Continuous Improvement, Data and Statistics, Digital Tools, Software & Systems, technology and IIOT

Using APIs to Break the Barriers of Smart Manufacturing

The #1 barrier to Smart Manufacturing is the lack of connectivity between your systems and processes. The smartest manufacturers are jumping ahead of competitors by using APIs to break through Read More

Tagged With: Continuous Improvement, Data and Statistics, Digital Tools, Information technology, process improvement, Software & Systems

Data Security – How Manufacturers Can Reduce Risk and Optimize Growth

In today’s hyper-digital environment, the potential for security breaches and threats are increasing exponentially.  When successful, those breaches can be devastating to small and medium-sized businesses’ (SMBs) reputation and longevity.  Read More

Tagged With: cloud computing, Cyber security, cybersecurity, Digital Tools

The Critical Thinking Process and Tools that Support Root Cause Analysis

“If you can’t describe what you are doing as a process, you don’t know what you’re doing.” ― W. Edwards Deming In this webinar we will review the primary tools Read More

Tagged With: Continuous Improvement, Digital Tools, Machine Tools, maintenance, operations

Moving Manufacturing Beyond Lean with Digitalization and IIoT

Many manufacturers have leaned out their processes so that the product physically flows efficiently down the line. But what about digitally? Can they look at all their data and glean Read More

Tagged With: Continuous Improvement, Data and Statistics, Digital Tools, IIoT, Innovative Manufacturing, operations, technology and IIOT

Turbo Charge Industry 4.0 Via API Integration

In spite of the vast number of technologies involved, an Industry 4.0 transformation is about a single, fundamental strategy: connecting manufacturing business processes via application integration. Featuring details about use Read More

Tagged With: additive, advanced manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, cybersecurity, Digital Tools, IIoT

Digital Manufacturing: Driving Product Innovation and Personalization

Today’s manufacturers are faced with a competitive environment that demands more innovative, unique, highly-configured products and services designed to fit customers’ specific needs. Of course, this has a significant impact Read More

Tagged With: Continuous Improvement, Customer Relationships, digital manufacturing, Digital Tools, innovation

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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

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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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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Central PA Manufacturing Tariff Poll

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 in helping us understand …

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