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Advanced Manufacturing & Materials
Given our hardworking roots, it’s not surprising that Pennsylvania is nationally recognized as a manufacturing-friendly location to relocate and expand operations. Manufacturing is an essential element of Pennsylvania’s economy, contributing $64 billion annually to the gross state product.
Industries such as metals, machinery, pharmaceuticals and food manufacturing have made us a national leader in R&D investment. Add to that a strong community of qualified workers, top universities, and long-term support throughout the lifecycle of an advanced manufacturing and materials company, and you have an ideal setting for growth and success.
Why Pennsylvania?
- Pennsylvania ranks 4th in the nation in industrial research and development funds for pharmaceuticals (Source: Milken Institute).
- Pennsylvania provides the plastics industry with a workforce trained to do the job: Two of the nation’s five ABET-accredited schools are located here.
- Pennsylvania ranks 5th in the number of Doctoral Science graduates and 8th in the number of Doctoral Engineer graduates. (Source: National Science Foundation)
- The University of Pennsylvania is 3rd and the University of Pittsburgh is 8th in the nation for research and development funding received from the National Science Foundation.
More Info
- 2009 Manufacturing Industry Report
- 2008 Manufacturing Industry Report
- Manufacturer Benefits
- Industrial Resource Centers
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See the advanced manufacturing and materials companies that contribute $64 billion to the GSP and employ nearly 640,000 Pennsylvanians.
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FesslerUSA
By handling everything from design to manufacturing to production, Pennsylvania’s FesslerUSA is a one-stop shop for fashion designers.
INNOVATION AND JOB NEWS
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IN THE NEWS
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- Defense contract aids Fayette County economy
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