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Williamsport/Lycoming KIZ Services

IMC and KIZ offer a blend of no-cost and fee-based services to assist clients with developing new products.

Lycoming Keystone Innovation ZoneIMC and its partner and expertise network is extensive and can provide a variety of services to fit client needs. Visit IMC’s service pages for more information.

Education and Workshops

Visit the events page for a complete list of upcoming workshops and training opportunities for businesses and entrepreneurs.

No-Cost Online Training for Entrepreneurs

Get off to a good product development start with a free, two-part video training, brought to you by the Williamsport/Lycoming KIZ. Watch the videos to go step-by-step through the research process and download the worksheets linked below to research your product idea. When you’re done, fill out the form on the right to get started!

The Basics of Researching Your Idea Part 1

  • Idea Documentation Worksheet/Potential KIZ Client Worksheet
  • Keyword Worksheet

The Basics of Researching Your Idea Part 2

  • Patent Research Worksheet
  • Product Research Worksheet
  • How to Research Patents Online
  • U.S. Patent and Trademark Office Inventor and Entrepreneur Resources
  • USPTO YouTube

Understanding Intellectual Property

No-Cost Initial Consultation

Williamsport/Lycoming KIZ offers a no-cost initial consultation for new potential clients. This is a good option if you are still in the development stages and would like some guidance on what to do next. We’ll discuss your project and goals, how IMC and KIZ can help you through the product development and business start-up process, and suggested next steps.

The Williamsport/Lycoming KIZ has been consulting with entrepreneurs and innovators for over 15 years. We have consulted with over 300 individuals and companies to date. Complete our KIZ Potential Client Worksheet to be considered for a no-cost initial consultation.

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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

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

In today’s world of manufacturing, artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer just the future—It’s a current tool being used to design products, optimize supply chains, predict maintenance needs, and even generate new ideas. But as …

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