Innovative Solutions for Manufacturing’s Employee Shortage: Expert Tips Revealed

In the heart of the Hudson Valley, a silent struggle persists among small to medium-sized manufacturers- the battle to fill vacant positions with skilled, dedicated employees. As the manufacturing landscape evolves, the need for a robust, engaged workforce becomes increasingly critical. More and more positions remain unfilled and employees continue to frequently switch jobs and […]

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How MTEC Was Able to Guide a Hudson Valley Food Manufacturer on Their Quest for Continued Improvement

As we’ve discussed in previous blogs, being a food manufacturer is a delicate balancing act. There are so many moving parts to keep up with. Whether it’s safety, inspections, or certifications; it seems as though there is always a new task arising. Food manufacturing also brings with it the responsibility of protecting public health and […]

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Affordable Automation Options for Manufacturers Looking to Increase Productivity

By Daniel Timoldi Many of us know that automation is a great way to help increase efficiency in your manufacturing processes. However, not everyone can afford state-of-the-art machinery or robotics. When it comes to inexpensive automation machines, there are several options available that can help streamline manufacturing processes without breaking the bank. By automating tasks, […]

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A Tenacious Learner’s MTEC Journey

Phyllis Levine has an insatiable drive to constantly learn new things and remain open to new experiences. She is the Director of Administration at Manufacturing and Technology Enterprise Center (MTEC), and while she has been with the company for decades, she has had a unique journey that brought her to where she is today. Born […]

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An MTEC Employee’s Malware Discovery Proves the Importance of Defensive Cybersecurity Practices

Does your company have the checks in place to find cybersecurity weaknesses? The subtleties of a company’s vulnerability to a cyber attack can easily go undetected. At MTEC we have routine network assessments to keep an eye out for anomalies and assure all softwares are updated. During one of these checks, our employee Dylan Schiller […]

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How Grit and Dedication Changed a Company’s Fortune in Two Months

“I spent the last six years building and pouring everything into this business.  Securing a DoD [Department of Defense] contract is crucial and urgent to keep my business going.” anxiously said by Reynaldo Zapata, Founder and CEO of Qualitech-Aerospace Corp. in Long Island, NY.  Qualitech is a 5-person business dedicated to advanced parts manufacturing and […]

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Caraway Tea Company Improves Fulfillment and Inventory Processes in the Midst of a Rapid Growth Phase

RESULTS: Reduce lead time Reduce inventory Increase sales $500,000 Retained Sales $3.5 million Created 1 job, Retained 20 WHO: The Caraway Tea Company is a leading U.S. tea manufacturer providing B2B contract manufacturing and fulfillment. Their professionals work closely with customers to formulate their desired blends of tea and herbs. Caraway Tea Company prides itself […]

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Fruition Chocolate Works and Confectionary

Shokan, NY Located in Shokan, New York, Fruition Chocolate opened in 2011 and has made a name for itself since the beginning. Bryan was named two years later “Top 10 Chocolatiers” by Dessert Professional Magazine and the same year Fruition Chocolate earned their first Good Food Award. In 2016, they won Best in Competition at […]

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Food and Beverage Corner Archive:

Grok Bites: January 2019 ImmuneSchein Ginger Elixirs November 2018 (Part 3) Freefall Sangria: November 2018 (Part 2)  Sprout Creek Farm: November 2018 (Part 1) Benmarl Winery: September 2018 (Part 3) Hudson Valley Harvest: September 2018 (Part 2) Bashakill Vineyards: September 2018 (Part 1) Queen Choco: July 2018 (Part 2) North River Roasters: July 2018 (Part 1) […]

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ImmuneSchein Ginger Elixirs

West Hurley, NY Jason and Corinna Geib never made their ginger elixir to remedy specific symptoms, but they also never needed to speak to the benefits of its simple, wholesome, and fresh ingredients. What they didn’t expect was to hear from so many friends that their product was positively affecting their digestion, their sleep, or […]

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