German manufacturer breaks ground on new plant in southwest PA, expects to hire 20
When a German company was looking for its first manufacturing facility outside of its home country, it picked a site north of Pittsburgh.
Williamsport construction firm developing method to prevent ice and snow buildup on solar panels
A Williamsport construction company has developed a prototype for a system that would heat a home's water supply and melt snow and ice from solar panels.
New partnership already bringing more clean-tech manufacturers to southwest PA
A nonprofit focused on creating new jobs and scientific research and development organization are working together to bring more manufacturing firms to southwestern Pennsylvania.
Penn State scientists' app calculates the best time for a cup of coffee
If you have an iPhone or other Apple device, you can now download a Penn State-designed app that will tell you precisely when to drink your coffee for optimal benefit.
California IT company adds new Pennsylvania location in Harrisburg
A California company that designs and builds computer networks, video and telephone systems and similar setups, picked Harrisburg as its next place to expand its footprint.
Reading-area company focuses on market research for new and small businesses
Paradigm2 is different from other market research companies because it studies how people choose different products or services rather than just figuring out which ones they prefer.
Maker of gas- and oil-production equipment hiring 120 at new Clearfield site by year's end
A manufacturer of oil- and gas-drilling equipment that opened last summer in Central PA is hiring new workers at a steady clip and plans to keep up that pattern through the end of the year.
Reading-area software firm grows quickly by simplifying ticket-buying process
If you've ever been to Hersheypark or bought a ticket for a Martz Trailways bus, you've probably used technology developed by a Reading-area company that happens to be one of the fastest-growing businesses in the country.
Johnstown exam room supplier credits Pennsylvania programs for increased sales abroad
The state's Center for Trade Development has helped UMF Medical connect with customers in the Middle East, Latin America and Europe.
New website tells Pennsylvania customers how to buy PA wind energy
A new website, ChoosePAWind.com, to show Pennsylvania residents and businesses how to buy wind energy from farms within the state.