Made In SWVA

Nov 04 2024 14 ep. 13 mins 2
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Welcome to The Southwest Virginia Alliance for Manufacturing’s Made in SWVA podcast. Each episode we will hear from a guest about manufacturing in Southwest Virginia. Our guests will give insight into what manufacturing looks like today, manufacturing career opportunities, and exciting advances in manufacturing.

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#MadeInSWVA Building Strength: Appalachian Plastics’ Reinforced Solutions from Southwest Virginia

Nov 04 2024 3 mins  
In this episode of the #MadeInSWVA podcast, we dive into Appalachian Plastics, a pioneering company from Glade Spring, Virginia, specializing in fiberglass-reinforced products. Known for their durable and sustainable solutions, Appalachian Plastics supports a range of industries across the U.S. Join us as we explore their commitment to quality, innovation, and the ways they help st

#MadeInSWVA Ensuring Safety and Innovation: AMR Pemco's Global Impact from Southwest Virginia

Oct 18 2024 5 mins  
In this episode of the #MadeInSWVA podcast, we spotlight AMR Pemco, a leading manufacturer based in Bluefield, Virginia. Known for providing cutting-edge safety and monitoring solutions, AMR Pemco serves industries like mining, tunneling, and power utilities. Tune in to learn how this innovative company ensures the safety and efficiency of essential infrastructure projects worldwid

#MadeInSWVA Driving Precision: Atsumi Car Equipment's Global Impact from Southwest Virginia

Sep 27 2024 5 mins  
In this episode of the MadeInSWVA podcast, we explore Atsumi Car Equipment, a standout manufacturer located in Wytheville, Virginia. Discover how this North American branch of Atsumi Kogyo Co., Ltd. plays a pivotal role in the global automotive industry through precision machining and innovative manufacturing techniques. We speak with Brien Owens, Maintenance and Engineering Manage

#MadeInSWVA - Amcor Rigid Packaging: Pioneering Sustainable Manufacturing in Southwest Virginia

Aug 23 2024 4 mins  
In this episode of the #MadeInSWVA podcast, we launch a new series spotlighting the globally impactful companies in Southwest Virginia's manufacturing sector. Today, we dive into Amcor Rigid Packaging in Wytheville, Virginia. Learn how this global leader in responsible packaging solutions drives innovation and sustainability, producing recyclable plastic bottles for major brands li

2021 Manufacturing Awards Winners: Excellence in Safety

Feb 07 2022 16 mins  
The latest series of SVAM's Made in SWVA podcast features winners of the 2021 Manufacturing Awards presented at our last Manufacturing Awards Banquet. Each year, SVAM hosts a Banquet to recognize the significant contributions of manufacturing to our community. SVAM awards manufacturers who have gone above and beyond to better our community in various ways. This episode will feature

Manufacturing Mythbusters: Caring for More Than the Bottom Dollar

Nov 10 2021 12 mins  
In the third installment of our Manufacturing Mythbusters series we are going to bust one of the most pervasive myths about manufacturing: that manufacturing is all about the bottom dollar and is bad for the community. Manufacturers are doing great work to care for the environment, their community, and most importantly, their employees. Listen to learn how.ReferencesSamuel Family F

Manufacturing Mythbusters: Jobs in Manufacturing

Jun 03 2021 12 mins  
In the second episode of our Manufacturing Mythbusters series, we address many of the myths that are often associated with careers in manufacturing. We talk about the amount of jobs available right now (Hint: It's a lot!), the manufacturing environment,, the diversity of job offerings and company environments, how much manufacturing jobs pay (it's more than most people think), and

Manufacturing Myth Busters: Making a Difference

Mar 31 2021 13 mins  
For this next series we will talk about the many myths associated with manufacturing. You’re going to learn how manufacturing is the largest industry in Southwest Virginia and offers rewarding careers for over 17,000 people. We’ll talk about the products being made, innovation occurring through manufacturing, what the manufacturing environment looks like today, as well as caree

Women in Manufacturing: Melinda Roberts

Mar 03 2021 22 mins  
The first series on our podcast features Women in Manufacturing. Through this series, we will speak with several women holding careers in manufacturing. We’ll talk about their companies and careers, how they found themselves working in manufacturing, and advice they would give to women considering careers in manufacturing. For our fourth episode in the Women in Manufacturing seri

Women in Manufacturing: Melanie Protti-Lawrence

Jan 06 2021 21 mins  
The first series on our podcast features Women in Manufacturing. Through this series, we will speak with several women holding careers in manufacturing. We’ll talk about their companies and careers, how they found themselves working in manufacturing, and advice they would give to women considering careers in manufacturing. For our third episode in the Women in Manufacturing serie