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Freeman Manufacturing Gowns Up for Frontline Workers

Freeman Manufacturing Gowns Up for Frontline Workers

by Kimberly Viers | Apr 27, 2020 | Uncategorized

In business for more than 100 years, Freeman Manufacturing is well versed in adapting to the times. While product evaluation and customer service demands have forced many changes over the years, the commitment to product excellence and customer satisfaction continues....
Shifting Gears to Support PPE Efforts

Shifting Gears to Support PPE Efforts

by Kimberly Viers | Apr 16, 2020 | Uncategorized

Speeding to the call for action, local companies Outerwears and JAC began making masks as soon as the need arose. Under the same ownership, both facilities specialize in cutting and sewing. Outerwears, located in Schoolcraft specializes in air filtration for general...
Total Plastics is Shielding Health Care Providers

Total Plastics is Shielding Health Care Providers

by Kimberly Viers | Apr 15, 2020 | Uncategorized

Like many manufacturers, Total Plastics International was hit hard when demand for its supply of diverse plastics and related products suddenly hit the brakes due to COVID-19. That all changed when a nurse from Johns Hopkins contacted the company’s Baltimore facility...
Shifting Flight Patterns to Help the Community Soar 

Shifting Flight Patterns to Help the Community Soar 

by Kimberly Viers | Apr 7, 2020 | Uncategorized

Inspired by the actions of a crafting store, the team at Duncan Aviation knew they could also create face masks simulated off medical masks to help employees and the greater community. Produced from cotton-based material donated by local vendors including Lucid...
Spruce Up Your Wardrobe

Spruce Up Your Wardrobe

by Kimberly Viers | Mar 19, 2020 | Uncategorized

Your current wardrobe may consist of workout gear, jammies, and fuzzy socks, but soon, things will go back to normal. We promise! With a little extra time on your hands, and warmer weather in the air, this is the perfect time to purge your closet and add some new...
What You Need to Know: Community & Individual Resources 

What You Need to Know: Community & Individual Resources 

by Kimberly Viers | Mar 17, 2020 | Uncategorized

During times of adversity, the Kalamazoo community is well known to step-up and support one another. This current pandemic is no different. Organizations, businesses, and individuals are continuing to step up and provide additional support for those in need. As...
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