The annual “What’s So Cool about Manufacturing?” video contest continues to grow each year. And this year’s Berks Schuylkill contest awards is no exception.
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Coronavirus prompts Mack Trucks to cancel Vegas trade show participation
Mack Trucks will not participate in a Las Vegas construction trade show March 10-14 because of concerns about the coronavirus outbreak.
Read More »Proposed industrial park targets manufacturers
Officials say River Pointe Logistics Park, a proposal for an industrial park on 725 acres in Upper Mount Bethel Township, has potential to attract manufacturers to the Slate Belt, a largely rural region of Northampton County.
Read More »Boat parts maker Seakeeper plans $11 million expansion in Berks County
A Berks County boat parts manufacturer plans to expand in the county and move its out-of-state headquarters there as well, committing more than $11 million for the project and creating nearly 100 jobs.
Read More »Berks’ Reading Truck Group acquires Florida-based truck manufacturer
Reading Truck Group, the Reading-based truck manufacturer, has acquired the assets of Florida-based Action Fabrication & Truck Equipment Inc.
Read More »Manufacturers, students celebrate video contest winners
The 7th annual What’s So Cool About Manufacturing? video contest drew a record-breaking number of votes and more than 1,000 people to the award show last night to celebrate the winning entries at ArtsQuest Center in Bethlehem.
Read More »Air Products donates $100,000 to aid coronavirus relief efforts
Air Products & Chemicals of Trexlertown said it awarded a $100,000 grant to help novel coronavirus (COVID-19) recovery efforts in China.
Read More »23rd annual Lehigh Valley Auto show expected to draw 45,000 visitors to Bethlehem
The 23rd annual Lehigh Valley Auto Show, which takes place March 19-22 at Lehigh University’s Goodman Campus, is expected to draw about 45,000 people and raise thousands for local nonprofits.
Read More »Economic output for private industry in the Lehigh Valley surpassed $41B
The economy of the Lehigh and Northampton counties is growing significantly, with several factors contributing to the strength of several large sectors, including construction, manufacturing and health care. Last year showed strong growth and 2020 has potential to bring more, experts say.
Read More »Lehigh Valley economy shows signs of slower growth, economist says
A report on the outlook of Lehigh Valley businesses showed a dramatic drop in hiring over the last six months, even as they ramped up purchasing orders in anticipation of new tariff impacts.
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