Manufacturing

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Made in WNC: Marla Amps

Jul 30, 2025 01:55PM ● By Emma Castleberry

Handwired for musicians, Marla Amps brings boutique tone to the working player.

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Made in WNC: Salvaterra Pottery & Woodworks

Jul 28, 2025 08:29AM

Salvaterra Pottery & Woodworks is a hallmark of handmade craftsmanship in Western North Carolina.

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Made in WNC: How Stringbean Bags Thrives in WNC

Jul 22, 2025 08:15AM ● By Emma Castleberry

In a small workshop in Brevard, North Carolina, every stitch of every Stringbean Bag is sewn by founder and sole operator Steven Koellmer.

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Made in WNC: Cane Creek Cycling Celebrates 30 Years in WNC

Jul 18, 2025 08:00AM ● By Emma Castleberry

Cane Creek Cycling Components, an international brand firmly rooted in WNC, is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year.

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Made in WNC: Morganton's Material Return

Jul 17, 2025 08:00AM ● By Emma Castleberry

In Morganton, Material Return is quietly advancing a model of circular textile manufacturing that focuses on reducing waste and promoting local economic partnerships.

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Made in WNC: Chaddock Furniture

Jul 11, 2025 01:26PM ● By Emma Castleberry

With nearly 200 craftspeople working out of a 300,000-square-foot facility in Morganton, Chaddock Furniture Workroom creates heirloom quality, customized furniture with turnaround times that challenge industry norms.

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Made in WNC: Fire-Dex Finds Growth and Purpose in Old Fort

Jul 03, 2025 02:14PM ● By Emma Castleberry

In 2023, Fire-Dex opened a new facility in Old Fort, its third US-based manufacturing site.

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Pratt & Whitney to Expand Asheville Facility, Bringing More Than 300 Jobs to Western North Carolina

Apr 24, 2025 06:34PM ● By Emma Castleberry

The aerospace company’s decision to invest in the region is a testament to the area's strong, business-forward economy and workforce development programs.

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