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The Consortium spent the past 18 months building an updated roadmap for the Pressed Materials industry in McKean, Potter, Elk, Cameron, Clearfield, and Jefferson counties thanks to support from a US Economic Development Administration (EDA) grant.  The North Central Pennsylvania Pressed Materials Consortium, a group of private industry, government, economic development, workforce development, and other nonprofit partners, has released its new Strategic Action Plan, “ From Pow

The act of "re-shoring" – bringing manufacturing and production jobs back to the United States – is gaining significant momentum. The...

The pressed materials industry is constantly evolving, driven by technological innovations that enhance efficiency, safety, and material capabilities. These advancements are not only optimizing traditional processes but also unlocking new possibilities for materials and their applications. In this article, we review some of the technologies and trends that will shape the future of the industry.

In the rapidly changing world of manufacturing, innovative materials are leading the charge toward remarkable advancements. Pressed materials are at the forefront of these innovations, transforming manufacturing practices in numerous industries. North Central Pennsylvania is becoming a central player in this dynamic field, positioning itself as a key area for the pressed materials industry in the United States.

The North Central Regional Planning and Development Commission, based in Ridgway, PA, along with partners Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Central and Northern Pennsylvania, Penn State DuBois, and the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, has secured a $400,000 Strategic Development Grant from the US Economic Development Administration (EDA) under its Regional Technology Hubs Program.