Philippi-Hagenbuch, Inc., named Illinois Manufacturer of the Year

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CHICAGO, Ill. (December 6, 2019) - The Illinois Manufacturers’ Association has announced that Peoria-based Philippi-Hagenbuch, Inc. as the recipient of the 2019 Barry L. MacLean Manufacturer of the Year that was awarded at the IMA’s Annual Luncheon at the JW Marriott Chicago on December 6, 2019.

“We are incredibly proud and humbled to win the prestigious Barry L. MacLean Manufacturer of the Year award from the IMA,” said Danette Swank, President of Philippi-Hagenbuch. “For 50 years we have been working hard to manufacture products that allow our customers to get more work done and make that work go smoother and easier.”

“Philippi-Hagenbuch epitomizes excellence in Illinois manufacturing,” said IMA President & CEO Mark Denzler. “Over their 50-year history, this amazing family-owned company has been an industry leader in innovation, operational excellence, and there is no stronger advocate for American manufacturing. They have invested their time and treasure to grow and strengthen the manufacturing climate in Illinois and we’re proud to recognize them as this year’s Barry L. MacLean Manufacturer of the Year.”

The IMA’s annual award recognizes a company for their leadership in six core areas:

  • Manufacturing Advocacy: Serves as a strong voice for the manufacturing industry at the local, state, or national level.

  • Operational Excellence: Creates a profound and lasting impact on stakeholders, companies, markets, and suppliers within the manufacturing sector with a strong entrepreneurial spirit.

  • Innovation & Technology: Committed to innovation, Research & Development, transformative product development, or technological advances.

  • Workforce Development & Diversity: Focused on building the next generation of leaders through support of education and workforce development programs.

  • Community Engagement: Demonstrates long-term commitment to local community, charitable, and philanthropic efforts.

  • Sustainability: Supports sustainable methods of production and elimination of non-value added activities from operations.