NH Manufacturing Industry Update on COVID-19

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MANUFACTURERS MAKING A DIFFERENCE

Alene Candles Donates 60,000 Face Shields Milford, NH - Alene Candles is normally focused on making high quality candles for customers around the world, but when COVID-19 struck the US, their focus shifted to targeting the most immediate needs for PPE in the community. They had the people, space and capabilities ready to work, so they decided to produce face shields. Read more

Bug Baffler Offers Cloth Masks and Face Shields Goffstown, NH - Bug Baffler , an insect protective clothing manufacturer for global customers, is now producing cloth masks and plastic face shields for its local New Hampshire community including health organizations, businesses, consumers and industries such as transportation where bus and taxi drivers have been purchasing them for their public-facing work. Kevin Boghigian, owner of Bug Baffler, said they are doing their best to help where they can and will continue making the masks and face shields as long as necessary. Their variety of cloth masks are available for purchase online either individually or wholesale at a discounted rate. For more information, visit https://www.bugbaffler.com/.

WORKFORCE CHALLENGES Does your manufacturing business have a heavy workload and limited staff? Or, if your workload is struggling and you need solutions, click here to answer a few questions about your workforce challenges.

Workshops 5/19/2020 Sales Strategies to Stay Profitable During COVID-19 Webinar 5/27/2020 Cybersecurity for DoD Manufacturers Webinar 6/26/2020 Principles of Lean Manufacturing View All Workshops COVID-19 State Resources The New Hampshire Department of Business and Economic Affairs (BEA) is actively monitoring the evolving situation with regard to the threat the coronavirus (COVID-19) presents to our state. The health, safety and well-being of all residents and businesses is a top-priority and the actions the Governor has taken to limit the community spread of COVID-19 have not been taken lightly.   Visit BEA state resources for more information. PPE & Critical Supplies Needed Are you able to make critical supplies for COVID-19? Click here to submit your manufacturing capabilities. Can't Find the Right Suppliers? Many manufacturers are trying to help make PPE but are having difficulty locating suppliers. Tell us what you’re looking for - With access to a national network, we can help connect you to the right supplier. Call us at 603-226-3200.

NHMEP provides assistance and resources for business challenges you may be currently facing due to the COVID-19 crisis. Please contact us at 603-226-3200 or send an email to info@nhmep.org and we will help you with a solution.

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