Shapiro Administration invests in Ralph S. Alberts Co. to expand manufacturing operations in Lycoming County, creating and retaining over 110 jobs
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The 60-year-old custom molding manufacturer is investing $2.3 million to purchase and renovate a facility in Montoursville.
Today’s announcement builds on the continued focus on economic growth under
Governor Shapiro’s leadership, including the recent announcement that Excelitas
Technologies Corp., a leader in photonics technology, is relocating its headquarters to Pittsburgh from Massachusetts. Excelitas will create at least 250 new jobs and invest more than $2.3 million in the project. Since January 2023, Governor Shapiro has announced more than $1.2 billion in new private sector investment in Pennsylvania as a direct result of his Administration's work.
Ralph S. Alberts Co. received a funding proposal from the Department of Community
and Economic Development (DCED) for a $72,000 Pennsylvania First grant, which will offset some of the company's training, machinery and equipment costs.
"Manufacturing is critical to Pennsylvania's economy, and our investments in
businesses like the Ralph S. Alberts Co. are keeping manufacturers here and boosting this vital industry," said DCED Secretary Rick Siger. "This is also an important
example of how the Shapiro Administration's investments in manufacturing strengthen the Commonwealth's economy and supply chain, as the Ralph S. Alberts Co. utilizes more than 330 Pennsylvania vendors and suppliers for their work each year."
Founded in 1963, the Ralph S. Alberts Co. has been a full-service, multifaceted custom molding operation for over 60 years. Today, the third-generation, family-owned company operates seven departments providing uniquely designed, molded and
manufactured components to meet the needs of its customers. The company provides
custom molding services to those in the amusement, medical, recreation, military,
industrial, material handling, telecommunications, packaging, automotive, aerospace, and aviation industries.
The project was coordinated by the Governor's Action Team, an experienced group of economic development professionals who report directly to the Governor and work with businesses that are considering locating or expanding in Pennsylvania.
"The Shapiro Administration was extremely helpful through this entire process," said Seth Alberts, President and CEO of the Ralph S. Alberts Co. "We are grateful to have the support of our Commonwealth, the county, and our local community. Not only will this expansion project help us better support our customers, but it will also allow us
to provide additional financial security for individuals through job creation and retention.
We'd like to thank all those who played a role in helping us make this a reality."
"This investment by Governor Shapiro and DCED will assist Ralph S. Alberts Co. in
growing their production capabilities and employee base," said Jason Fink,
President/CEO, Williamsport/Lycoming Chamber of Commerce. "It exemplifies the
Shapiro Administration's commitment to growing all of Pennsylvania and we look
forward to working with them on other projects in Lycoming County."