Business is booming in South Carolina, and across the state, innovation is driving economic and technological developments. But just like any other asset, that innovation must be protected. In fact, the U.S. Department of Commerce noted on July 7, 2016 that, “Intellectual property protection is critical to…
Recently, South Carolina Manufacturing (SCMFG) sat down with Gary Tompkins, the CEO of The Kidder Group in Greenville, to discuss workforce concerns in South Carolina. As companies grow or look to expand their footprint in state or out, it is critical these manufacturers have access to quality labor. Many…
Tires, passenger vehicles, and kazoos. What do these items have in common? South Carolina leads the nation for exports of these products, with customers overseas creating livelihood opportunities for our state, which exported more than $32 billion of South Carolina-made products in 2017 and has seen export…
South Carolina Manufacturing (SCMFG) is always eager to learn from the Palmetto State’s manufacturers. Recently, SCMFG had the privledge to tour Edgewater Automation in Spartanburg to get an in-depth look into their customized automated machines. SCMFG highlighted a few of their projects. Pic 1 & 2. This…
Most people are resistant to change. A familiar routine is comfortable, predictable and relaxed. At the same time, it’s not conducive to fostering innovation or encouraging a highly efficient and productive work environment. Teams tend to prefer the familiar to the unfamiliar – especially when it comes…
Much like its mounting use in automotive innovation and assembly, plastics applications in aircraft construction is experiencing a mounting increase in demand and use. Within three years, nearly 800 pounds of any contemporary car on the road will be plastic, and now that the material is being…
Like a small sliver of glass or sand on the beach, it can enter the airways and lungs of exposed Construction, General Industry and Maritime workers. Wherever there is sanding, blasting or disturbing of stone and concrete, Silica is in the air. Crystalline Silica, a mineral found…
South Carolina Manufacturing (SCMFG) would like to thank all who attended our event “Learn to Lead like a Navy SEAL”. SCMFG is incredibly honored to spread the word of the “Seal Future Fund”. The goal of the fund is to create a network of organizations that will support and take advantage of this uniquely qualified workforce. These men returning […]
Recently, South Carolina Manufacturing (SCMFG) sat down with Preston Patnoude, the Managing Director of Edgewater Automation in Spartanburg, to discuss the state’s business climate, wants and needs. (SCMFG) What in-state organizations, fellow manufactures and business service providers did Edgewater Automation utilize to achieve its current market standing? (Preston…
As part of its mission to create a cohesive and unified network of in-state manufacturers and their suppliers through strategic discussion, South Carolina Manufacturing requested an interview with Thomas Koehler, General Manager of Berrang, a global company headquartered in Germany and first-tier supplier of fasteners to global…