Companies/Graduates/Clients

American Information Technology Graduates, also known as AmerITGrads, are a vastly growing IT solutions provider that have been revolutionizing the web and software industry. Their mission is to provide custom web and software based solutions to a broad spectrum of industries. KIZ supports AmerITGrads interns regularly, and AmerITGrads has also taken advantage of the KIZ Tax Credit Program.

http://www.ameritgrads.com

Artisans Equities Ltd. specializes in custom architectural millwork, the majority of which is involved in New York City construction projects. In 27 years, owner and independent contractor Michael Batlzer has grown his company from toolbox to 44-machine factory. Baltzer is founder of the Artisans Guild and creator of IDEA®, Innovation, Design, Energy, and Art, a place for uniting local artists. Baltzer is interested in continuing the Guild tradition at his Williamsport facility by giving area artists a place to work, collaborate and share. Artisans Equities Ltd. is located in the Trimtex complex at the 400 block of Park Avenue in Williamsport, a designated space of the Williamsport Lycoming KIZ with rental opportunities available. Artisans Equities Ltd. looks forward to taking advantage of KIZ opportunities and encourages future Guild members to do the same.

http://artisansequitiesltd.com/companyprofiles.html

Bavarian Barbarian Brewing Company is Williamsport's first production brewery since the 1950s. The brewery, founded by Mike and Kira Hiller in July 2007, produces distinct craft beers that are available in restaurants and bars throughout Williamsport and Pennsylvania. KIZ and IMC have supported numerous interns for Bavarian Barbarian.

http://www.bavarianbarbarian.com

Diverse Designs Limited, LLC is a manufacturer and distributor of innovative leisure industry products serving the hot water and home improvement industries. Their first product, the Acculok Hot Tub Cover, features a revolutionary breakthrough that offers a 400% better water vapor barrier than the industry standard. This patent pending technology provides a solution to a problem recognized by consumers for decades. Diverse Designs can now offer a superior product to over a million hot tub owners worldwide. The KIZ and IMC have helped the company access college expertise, and supported research and development, patent filings, and market introduction.

http://www.acculokhottubcovers.com

Energy Controls Group, LLC is implementing technologies in buildings that reduce electric consumption and allow a user to manage multiple facilities real-time from a single location. Recent advances in technology have resulted in the creation and manufacturing of systems that allow for the dynamic control of lighting and plug loads from a single user interface. Energy Controls Group, LLC facilitates the quicker integration of the technology by also providing support services to building owners and design teams.

http://www.energycontrolsgroup.com

Invent Yourself Rich, LLC focuses on the development of information-based products available for sale on the internet. The first product will be IYR's own information-based product, and this unique effective process will be replicated for clients.

http://www.inventyourselfrich.com

Keystone Leather is a manufacturer of leather components for the footwear and equestrian industries. Keystone Leather has taken advantage of the KIZ Tax Credit Program.

http://www.keystoneleather.com

Lang's Chocolates is a Kosher-Dairy certified manufacturer of premium handmade gourmet chocolates and confections. The KIZ has helped Lang's with research and testing on some of their equipment and processes, and Lang's has also taken advantage of the KIZ Tax Credit Program.

http://www.langschocolates.com

MMC Solutions specializes in the manufacturing of small leather components for domestic manufacturers. MMC Solutions uses innovative production processes to supply parts for military helmets. MMC plans to take advantage of the KIZ Tax Credit program to aid in its growth and innovation.

National Braid & Sequin, LLC is a manufacturer of narrow fabrics, especially for professional costuming and dance garment manufacturers. National Braid and Sequin caters to niche markets that still rely on domestic manufacturers to fill a need for custom designed (bespoke) garments.

Strouse Industrial, LLC is a spin-off company focusing on enhancing the woodworking industry through innovation. Strouse has developed a patent-pending high-efficiency helical cutterhead for use in woodworking machinery, and custom produces these cutterheads for customers, which are available for purchase through the Hermance Machine Company. Strouse also won the $25,000 Big Idea Business Plan Contest in 2007-08. KIZ has helped Strouse Industrial support numerous interns, apply for a patent, access incubator space, and research their industry and introduce their product on the market.

http://www.hermance.com/cutterhead.asp

Tasseron Sensors assembles and supplies temperature sensors for OEM applications.

TGI Electronics, LLC is a new technology company that creates innovative electronic products for the music industry, economical hardware & software tools for DSP developers, offers PCB design services and provides quality engineering services at affordable prices. KIZ has helped TGI apply for a patent, conduct quantitative market research, access incubator space, and connect with local students to provide strategy support. KIZ also supported a student intern who developed TGI’s website.

http://www.tgielectronics.com

The R.A.T.E. Company, LLC is a newly formed company that specializes in the production of hoof-care products for the equine industry. These revolutionary products offer new and improved solutions for daily use on horses. R.A.T.E will use KIZ interns to assist them in the research, marketing, and development of its products.

http://www.ratehoofcare.com

TLC North, LLC is a manufacturer of corrugated packaging products. They have partnered with KIZ Graduate Phoenix Trim Works for their manufacturing space needs. They are looking forward to taking advantage of the KIZ Tax Credit and internship grant programs.

TQ Electronics is a technology manufacturer focused on commercial and industrial customers using existing technology assigned from QorTek, Inc. and new technology developed by TQE. Website coming soon!

Woodicelli Enterprises, LLC is a developer and manufacturer of innovative products in the wood trim/woodworking industry. Woodicelli is currently pursuing a patent on one of their concepts.

http://www.magnafitproducts.com

A KIZ “Graduate,” Discovery Machine leverages cognitive science principles to capture, share, automate, optimize, embed and network your knowledge. Their patented processes and tools automate and accelerate knowledge capture and engineering. KIZ and IMC supported numerous interns at Discovery Machine, and helped them pilot their technology in a manufacturing setting. Discovery Machine has also taken advantage of the KIZ Tax Credit Program.

http://www.discoverymachine.com

Phoenix Trim Works manufactures the finest and most stylish decorative trim and tassels made in America today. KIZ has helped Phoenix Trim Works develop new products, access the Eureka! Winning Ways program, and enhance their marketing messages. Phoenix has also taken advantage of the KIZ Tax Credit Program.

http://www.phoenixtrimworks.com

The Aversa Energy Saving Shower Valve was the 2008 Greenovation Competition of Central PA winning concept. For the first time you can get the feel of an invigorating shower while using up to 40% less water! The Aversa is the first water conserving shower valve that performs like a regular shower head. Users of the Aversa don't even notice that they are conserving water while showering. Robert Boehnlein, the co-inventor of the product, continues to work with the Williamsport/Lycoming KIZ on taking this product to market. You may have to sign up for a free account on the National Innovation Marketplace to follow the link provided to learn more about this product and its business potential and value.

http://www.planeteureka.org/marketplace/concepts/report.php?id=289

The Ching-A-Dero ® pier fishing rod holder and saver is the FIRST and ONLY rod holder that gets you fishing at least 80% faster than the "old" and cumbersome clamp-on types. The Ching-A-Dero ® installs quickly and with ridiculous ease at the pier, and its design secures your fishing rod in place. Its innovative design was developed by pier fishermen for pier fishermen, and will help you protect your fishing rod investment. It grips your pole securely to the pier, and the harder the fish pulls, the tighter the Ching-A-Dero ® grips your pole! The Ching-A-Dero pier fishing rod holder was also recently named to the Top 100 Innovations List on the National Innovation Marketplace at http://www.planeteureka.com. The Williamsport/Lycoming KIZ has assisted Keith Bloodgood, inventor, with a market scan, the National Innovation Marketplace, patent guidance, and the development of their newly launched website through a Lycoming College intern!

http://www.ching-a-dero.com

Keystone Outdoor Products is a manufacturer of leather products for the outdoor industry. KIZ has hosted website and trade show interns for Keystone Outdoor, helped Keystone apply for a patent on one of their products, and supported market introduction efforts for the company. Finally Keystone has applied for KIZ Tax Credits.

The Ladder Companion helps homeowners and builders keep everything handy on an extension ladder. Jobs go faster and safer with the Ladder Companion. By having everything stored in and on this handy product, it will eliminate trips up and down the ladder. Also by keeping everything in your Ladder Companion, you will reduce injuries from attempting to carry everything up the extension ladder in a tool belt. The Ladder Companion keeps all your tools within reach, acting as a "companion" on your extension ladder. It adjusts to the pitch of your extension ladder, and can be placed on either side of the ladder, making it great for both left and right handed people. The developer of this product has worked with the KIZ on applying for a patent, product design and prototyping, and branding. The Ladder Companion will be available for purchase soon!

http://www.laddercompanion.com

Thunder Valley Whitetails is a deer farm that strives for better genetics and a higher quality of deer. Thunder Valley also produces an array of products such as livestock safety zone signs, deer crates, and the UltiMax Feeder. The KIZ helped Thunder Valley design the UltiMax Feeder, conduct primary market research, and develop an adapter for the UltiMax Feeder. The UltiMax Feeder is sold nationwide to customers including the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

http://www.thundervalleywhitetails.com