MRC News
Mack Trucks Secures $208M Federal Grant to Advance Zero-Emission Vehicle Production
Mack Trucks’ Lehigh Valley Operations in Macungie is set to receive a significant boost with $208 million in funding from the Inflation Reduction Act. This investment is also expected to help sustain the 7,900 union jobs currently at the facility.
Meet GK Elite, A Little Gymnastics Apparel Brand Ready To Score Big At The Paris Olympics
This marks the first time the Olympic apparel has been introduced prior to the games. The collection blends classic American patriotism with Hollywood glamour and Parisian high fashionl
Lehigh Valley-based manufacturer sets $100 million plant expansion
The expansion will also include a 60,000-square-foot machine shop. About 214 full-time jobs are expected to be created, adding to the company’s workforce of 1,600 in the state and 4,500 worldwide
Landmark legislation for Pa.’s manufacturing industry signed into law
This Act establishes grants and loans for advanced manufacturing, fostering collaboration between state universities and engineering firms. This initiative is expected to enhance research, create high-value products, and generate well-paying jobs.
Braun Interventional Systems introduces new product
Braun Interventional Systems Inc. (BIS) has introduced the ACCEL All-Purpose and Biliary Drainage Catheters, featuring TrueGlide Hydrophilic Coating for smoother insertion and large oval holes for enhanced fluid drainage.
How the Allentown School District will use the new Da Vinci center to transform learning
The Allentown School District is partnering with the new Da Vinci Science Center to revolutionize learning with a focus on STREAM: Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Arts, and Math. Discover how this innovative collaboration is set to inspire the next generation of thinkers and creators!
What’s So Cool About Manufacturing® 6th Annual Statewide Awards takes place at the Whitaker Center in Harrisburg, PA
The awards show was held at the Whitaker Center in Harrisburg, PA, and began at 12:30 pm. This year, the contest included 22 student teams competing for first, second and third place awards, and recognition for the Statewide Viewers Choice winner.
MRC Automation & Manufacturing Technology Show Features Innovation and Industry Advancements
The event kicked off with a breakfast session and a warm welcome from Richard Hobbs, President & CEO of MRC, who opened the show with inspiring remarks. “We believe that automation is not just about technology; it’s about empowering people and driving organizational success.
What’s So Cool About Manufacturing®” Announces 2024 Berks Schuylkill Awards
The What’s Sowith 1,000 people in attendance. Student videos were also reviewed by a panel of judges for awards in 11 other categories, including Outstanding Ca Cool About Manufacturing® Berks Schuylkill Student Video Contest awards were announced, which featured 26 regional middle schools and 26 manufacturers.
Voting Begins for What’s So Cool About Manufacturing® Berks Schuylkill Video Contest
Student teams from 26 regional middle school teams compete for the most votes to win the coveted “Viewers Choice Award.” The videos will also be reviewed by a panel of judges for awards in eleven other categories, including Best CTE Story, Outstanding Editing and Outstanding Creativity.
MRC ANNOUNCES AUTOMATION & MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY SHOW
Learn how automation is redefining the manufacturing landscape and how automation can take your operation to the next level!. Bring your entire business teams to explore and discover technologies that can help them solve difficult challenges. Connect with other manufacturers and experience live technology demonstrations that solve problems.
Lehigh Valley Business Names Karen Buck for Prestigious Women of Influence Award
“Karen is a true catalyst for change and the image of manufacturing. She is a driving force behind the What’s So Cool Student Video Contests and the Pennsylvania Dream Team Ambassador Program that impact thousands of students across the region,” says Rich Hobbs, President & CEO of the Manufacturers Resource Center.