Tag: manufacturing
Philly Fed: Manufacturing slump lingers across the region
The Philadelphia Federal Reserve’s monthly survey of manufacturers found that activity in the region continued to decline for the ninth time in a row.
12 months ago
No, you’re not imagining it — package sizes are shrinking
Experts say shrinkflation proliferates in times of high inflation as companies grapple with rising costs for ingredients, packaging, and labor.
2 years ago
As demand for business returns to pre-pandemic levels, Delaware Valley manufacturers struggle to hire, while stigmas about the industry persist.
2 years ago
Listen 6:15Williamsport-based Shop-Vac blames 400+ layoffs on COVID-19. Workers say that’s not true
Those familiar with Shop-Vac’s finances say the pandemic is being used to justify rapid liquidation and over 400 layoffs in Lycoming County.
4 years ago
Del. chemical plant sued for making residents ‘sacrificial lambs’ of ethylene oxide leaks
The lawsuit accuses the plant of spewing “multiple tons” of ethylene oxide on nearby communities for the past two decades.
4 years ago
Listen 2:02‘Pandemic changed nothing’: Manufacturing workers voice concerns over COVID safety
Employee concerns highlight the struggle taking place in workplaces across America, where companies are debating how much to invest in retrofitting their workspaces.
4 years ago
COVID-19’s economic blow to rural Pa. far outstrips the pandemic. But reopening won’t be easy
Dependence on one industry, powdered metal, is part of the reason why this part of Pennsylvania has seen such a large drop in employment.
4 years ago
Listen 4:51‘Silver tsunami’ of manufacturing retirements pushes Pa. to prioritize STEM education
The problem is especially dire in Berks County, where thousands of skilled manufacturing jobs need to be filled in coming years as baby boomers retire.
5 years ago
Listen 4:47Amid trade uncertainty, Pennsylvania sheds manufacturing jobs
The head of Pennsylvania’s Manufacturer’s Association said he supports the president’s trade tactics.
5 years ago
Swiss-based Datwyler opens $100 million Delaware factory
A first-of-its-kind medical supply manufacturing site in Middletown will eventually employ 120 workers in an ultra-clean assembly line.
6 years ago
Delaware Judge OKs Takata request to halt some lawsuits over air bags
7 years ago
Gov. Carney signs economic development legislation
7 years ago