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Testimonials

Creative Pultrusions, Inc.

“We appreciate the continued support and the ease to work with the IMC.”

Shane WeyantCEO/PresidentCreative Pultrusions, Inc.
Custom Container Solutions

“IMC’s primary assistance in the last 12 months was HR-related; we are planning on investing 5.5M and hire 30 more hourly workers in the next 12 months and IMC’s support is essential to that investment.”

Todd VonderheidManaging MemberCustom Container Solutions, LLC
Custom Container Solutions

We couldn’t have been happier with the consultant that IMC paired us with. We’re actually on the third project now.

Todd VonderheidManaging MemberCustom Container Solutions
Diamondback Automotive Accessories, Inc.

“The results of this project far exceeded my expectations. Every minute and every dollar spent with IMC’s Continuous Improvement team has resulted in tremendous returns. With IMC’s help, we are achieving our mission of being a company that people love to buy from.”

Gerald GardnerQuality ManagerDiamondback Automotive Accessories, Inc.
Edgemate, Inc.

“The IMC has been involved with my company, Edgemate, Inc. for many years and has provided very valuable services.  Dana Gordon has been an excellent representative and in conjunction with Real IT Care, we have improved our IT capabilities and created jobs.  Further, through Dana’s involvement, we have investigated other manufacturing software platforms and interfaced with Visual Manufacturing InFor Inc. to continue to keep Edgemate, a leading wood veneer manufacturer in Pennsylvania.  Thank you!”

Harry BenjaminPresidentEdgemate, Inc.
G&M Bandsaw, Inc.

This project has really taken the whole idea of adding a retail store to our manufacturing business and launched it in such a fast and efficient manner. IMC has been there right alongside us, supporting us, the whole time.

Chet JamesOwner/PresidentG&M Bandsaw, Inc.
Hermance Machine Co.

“The local Innovative Manufacturers’ Center personnel were instrumental in assisting us to prepare and qualify for this opportunity. We would have been hard pressed to complete our appeal to the Governor’s Action Team without IMC doing the heavy lifting.”

Claire StrouseOwnerHermance Machine Co.
Kwik-Care LLC

“Working with IMC has afforded us great insight into areas that we were lacking knowledge for our business to move forward and do it with efficiency. The value and resources that the IMC has brought to our new company has played an integral part in our business launch and getting to market this past spring. We are now in retail locations, vacation/campground stores and university bookstores across the country and we would not be here without the IMC.”

Laurie Fontaine JenkinsOwnerKwik-Care LLC
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
Lewis Lumber Products, Inc.

Our experience with Russ Lawrence has been top notch! He understood from the beginning our culture and frustrations. He is a great teacher, good listener and wonderfully positive in coaching change!

Keith Atherholt, PresidentPresidentLewis Lumber Products, Inc.

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News

IMC Joins CESMII Smart Manufacturing Roadshow to Showcase Innovation Across Pennsylvania

Happy Manufacturing Month!

IMC Business Advisor, Rick Terry, Earns Smart Manufacturing Acceleration Roadmap Professional Certification

Who Owns the Ideas? AI, Intellectual Property, and the Future of Manufacturing

Manufacturers Can Receive up to $500K for Facility and Equipment Upgrades

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

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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IMC Business Advisor, Rick Terry, Earns Smart Manufacturing Acceleration Roadmap Professional Certification

The Innovative Manufacturers Center (IMC) is proud to announce that Frederick (Rick) Terry, Business Advisor, has successfully earned the CESMII Smart Manufacturing Acceleration Roadmap Professional Certification from Rensselaer at Work, a division of Rensselaer Polytechnic …

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