Gover’t/Environmental/Reg Links
American Society for Quality (ASQ)
A society of individual and organizational members dedicated to the ongoing development, advancement and promotion of quality concepts, principles and techniques.
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Home Page
E3: Economy, Energy and the Environment
An initiative designed to help manufacturers thrive in a new business era focused on sustainability and working together to promote sustainable manufacturing and economic growth throughout the United States.
Green Suppliers Network
Working with manufacturers to target and engage key suppliers in customized, hands-on assessments of production processes to reduce energy consumption, minimize carbon footprint, increase productivity and drive innovation.
National Institute of Standards & Technology’s Manufacturing Extension Partnership (NIST MEP)
MEP centers throughout the nation can assist manufacturers with productivity competitiveness, and profits. Visit this site to find your local MEP, learn about “hot manufacturing topics” as well as other resources available to help manufacturers. IMC is the MEP for Central Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development (DCED)
Works to foster opportunities for businesses and communities to succeed and prosper in a global economy.
Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP)
Works to protect Pennsylvania’s air, water and land from pollution and to provide for the health and safety of its citizens through a cleaner environment.
The Safety Place
“The WWW site for occupational safety and health information.”
The US Department of Labor Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA)
Works to save lives, prevent injuries and protect the health of America’s workers.