This Friday, Oct. 5., Pennsylvania is celebrating National Manufacturing Day to help promote the fulfilling career opportunities offered by the PA manufacturing industry. We spoke with Secretary Davin to learn more about the role this important industry plays in our economy and how the PA Department of Community & Economic Development (DCED) supports manufacturing every […]
Wolf Administration Celebrates Pennsylvania Manufacturing Week, Showcasing Career Opportunities in Thriving Sector
October 3, 2017
Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) is celebrating Pennsylvania Manufacturing Week, which will reach its peak with National Manufacturing Day on Friday, October 6, 2017. “Our goal with Pennsylvania Manufacturing Week is to highlight the prolific manufacturing career opportunities that are available throughout the commonwealth and to provide a […]
DCED Secretary Davin Kicks Off Pennsylvania Manufacturing Week by Encouraging Skills Development at HackPGH Makerspace
October 3, 2017
Harrisburg, PA – Today, emphasizing Governor Tom Wolf’s commitment to developing a new generation of skilled workers to meet the demands of the flourishing manufacturing industry, Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) Secretary Dennis Davin kicked off Pennsylvania Manufacturing Week at HackPGH makerspace in Pittsburgh. “Giving students and young adults a firsthand look at […]
Wolf Administration Participates in Recognition of Tucker Auto-Mation Holding as Part of Pennsylvania Manufacturing Week
October 2, 2017
Harrisburg, PA – Today, on behalf of Governor Tom Wolf, Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) executive deputy secretary Neil Weaver joined the Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation and other local economic development leaders to recognize Tucker Auto-Mation Holding, a manufacturer of automatic doors, for the company’s contributions to Westmoreland County manufacturing. “Tucker Auto-Mation […]
Wolf Administration Joins Manufacturers to Kick Off Pennsylvania Manufacturing Week
September 29, 2017
Harrisburg, PA – Today, Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) Executive Deputy Secretary Neil Weaver joined executives from Coupling Corp of America, MANTEC, Murray Securus, and the York County Economic Alliance to kick off Pennsylvania Manufacturing Week, a week dedicated to building positive perceptions about manufacturing, drawing attention to career opportunities, and highlighting the […]
Part of what we do at the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) every day is to promote the manufacturing industry, showcasing the positive impact it has both on the state’s economy and on working families. How could we not, knowing the industry has an $84 billion impact on PA’s economy and the […]
Manufacturing is the foundation of Pennsylvania’s economy — our state boasts a deep heritage and rich legacy in the industry. Throughout the history of our nation, Pennsylvania has been a leader in manufacturing, and today, our unique blend of world-class R&D institutions, technology commercialization programs, technical and industrial resources, and our skilled workforce create a […]
Governor Wolf Announces Continental Carbonic Products, Inc. to Establish a New Manufacturing Facility in Clearfield County
September 22, 2016
Release Date: September 22, 2016 2:30 pm Author: Heidi Havens Harrisburg, PA – Governor Tom Wolf announced today that Continental Carbonic Products, Inc., a producer and distributor of solid and liquid carbon dioxide and dry-ice blasting machines, will establish a facility in Clearfield County. The move will create 60 new, full-time jobs. “Another manufacturer has […]
Governor Wolf Announces Simplex Industries, Inc. to Expand Operations in Scranton Creating 40 New Jobs
August 8, 2016
Release Date: August 8, 2016 2:34 pm Author: Heidi Havens Harrisburg, PA – Governor Tom Wolf announced today that Simplex Industries, Inc., a custom manufacturer of modular homes and light commercial buildings, will expand operations in Scranton, Lackawanna County, and will create 40 new jobs. “It’s a great honor to announce that a third generation […]
Governor Wolf Announces Central States Manufacturing to Establish New Facility, Create 50 Jobs in Blair County
May 10, 2016
Release Date: May 10, 2016 2:30 pm Author: Heidi Havens Harrisburg, PA – Governor Tom Wolf announced today that Central States Manufacturing, Inc., a manufacturer and distributor of metal building components, will establish a facility in Greenfield Township, Blair County. The new facility will create 50 new jobs. “This is the fifth jobs announcement that […]