Covid-19 Mfg Resource Center
On March 23, 2020, Manufacturers Association of Maine (MAME) and the Maine Manufacturers Extension Partnership (Maine MEP), sent out a plea for help with the manufacture and distribution of medical Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the Maine health care network. The response has been overwhelming, and we cannot thank you enough. We are sharing a list of the companies who we know have begun production of face shields and aerosol boxes. This is likely not a full list. If you know of others who are producing these items please let us know ([email protected]) so that we can add them to the list.
CLICK HERE to view a recent article from Mainebiz featuring our Executive Director, Lisa Martin.
BROWN DOG CARRIERS AND LOGISTICS: “A HELPING PAW” - FREE TRANSPORTATION FOR MAINE BUSINESSES DONATING TO THE COVID-19 RESPONSE.
If you are a business, organization or individual in need of shipping or transportation for your donations to the COVID-19 response, please contact Graig Morin: [email protected]
Cloth Face Coverings / General Use Masks
The CDC this week has recommended that everyone wear a cloth face covering while in public. Maine manufacturers are stepping up to make masks. We are developing a list of companies that are making cloth face coverings in Maine and will be sharing the list here:
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21c Studio - Roaddude (Portland)
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320ink (Westbrook)
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Allen Manufacturing (Lewiston)
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American Roots (207-854-4098 or [email protected] )
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Anne Riggs Designs (Portland)
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Bates Mill Store / Maine Heritage Weavers (Monmouth)
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Bowtie.com (Kennebunk)
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Cellblock Fire Containment Systems (Standish)
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Crow Cove Designs (Islesboro)
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dac3D (Contact David Capotosto: 207 468 8545 or [email protected])
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Hannah Renyi (Only has capacity to make 50/100 per week) [email protected]
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Highland Belts and Fine Leather ([email protected], [email protected])
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Lola Arts (Portland)
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Maine Thread Company (Lewiston)
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New Balance (Norridgewock)
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OceannaShop (Maine)
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Pine Tree Orthopedic Lab (Livermore Falls)
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Rough and Tumble (Brunswick)
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Saint Crispin Leatherworks, Inc. (Turner) To order (207) 224-0067 or message through facebook. Curbside pickup available.
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Saya Studio (Portland)
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Sea Bags (Portland)
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The Strainrite Companies : Contact Cathy Proctor, 207-376-1693 for orders of 1,000 or more per order: will provide specs and cost upon contacting
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Think Greene (Limerick)
Cloth Face Covering Resources
We have gathered some resources from reputable sources for general use face coverings. We hope this helps. See links below:
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320ink (Westbrook)
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American Roots (Westbrook)
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CM Almy (Pittsfield)
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dac3D: (Biddeford)
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Hallett Canvas and Sails: (Falmouth ME, Cumberland County) [email protected] or 207-781-7070
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Melaina "Millie" Maloney (FREE for Front Line Workers & First Responders!)
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WS Emerson (Bewer)
PPE currently available from Maine Manufacturers
FACE SHIELDS:
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AbuzzDesigns, Lauren Angers, [email protected]
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Flowfold Gorham, Devin McNeil, 207-671-9328 email: [email protected] for information about their face shields https://www.flowfold.com/pages/ppe
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G & G Products LLC of Kennebunk, Maine (Cheryl O’Neil: [email protected])
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Haystack Mountain School of Crafts (Contact: James Rutter, [email protected])
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Plas-Tech Inc., Gorham ME, Terry Webber: 854-8324 [email protected]
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Thermoformed Plastics of New England, Biddeford
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Maine Source Machining, W Newfield, Chad and Nicole Humphrey, 207-793-2598
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Mt. Waldo Plastic, Frankfort, Mike Thibodeau, 207-223-5177
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Pro Knee (Julie Clark or Jay Abbott - 800-549-5018, [email protected])
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GG Products LLC, (Gary Gagnon -[email protected], 207-985-9100)
MASKS & GOWNS:
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Medical Gown Information: Learn More
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Medical Gown Pattern: Learn More
HAND SANITIZER:
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Artisan Distillery (Oxford): Contact Stuart Littlefield at 207.890.5959 [email protected] (70% alcohol, various sizes available).
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Hardshore Distilling (Portland)
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Nautilus PPE: Dave Tomer, 617-750-7462
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Sebago Lake Distillery (Gardiner): Information about hand sanitizer available on their Facebook page
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Wicked Strong Hand Sanitizer by Maine Standard Biofuels, Roger Strickland: 207-808-9031
The above distillers are partners in UMaine’s hand sanitizer production, along with New England Distilling, Blue Barren Distilling, Chadwick’s Craft Sprits, Wiggly Bridge Distillery, Round Turn Distilling and Three of Strong Spirits. Brewery partners include Allagash, Maine Beer Company, Rising Tide, Foundation, Oxbow, Shipyard, Baxter, Threshers and Tumbledown.
AEROSOL BOX:
-See Design Specs Here:
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Plas-Tech Inc., Gorham, Maine, (Terry Webber: 207-854-8324, [email protected])
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Thermoformed Plastics of New England, Biddeford, Maine (Paul Tyson: 207-286-1775, [email protected])
Other Medical Equipment
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For Isolation Gowns please contact CM Almy
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For face shields and intubation aids, visit the University of Maine innovation page.
(currently there are no producers of certified protective face masks for hospital use in the State of Maine)
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Maine distributor of medical equipment (apiary medical) has 3ply medical masks, face shields and KN95s and antiseptic rub available for purchase HERE.
Steps That You Can Take Now:
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Reeducate employees on preventing virus spread.
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Review and revise cleaning schedules for common areas
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Work with local health professionals
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Communicate promptly
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Develop a Business Continuity Plan: Here are two useful guides Business Continuity Plan 1 or Business Continuity Plan 2
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Disaster Recovery Plans: Many Maine MEP clients have disaster recovery plans associated with their ISO certification. Please make sure to revisit and update these plans as necessary.
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Determine supply chain disruption risks. Check out this supply chain disruption checklist created by our partners in Illinois.
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IT System preparedness and plans for remote working may be necessary
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Review your insurance coverage to understand scenarios where you are covered, and potential holes.
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Review local and national financial resources.
Medical Equipment Supply Coordination
MAME is working with local hospitals, The University of Maine, Maine MEP, PTAC, DECD and others to coordinate manufacturing of the medical equipment our hospitals will need to combat COVID-19 in Maine. If you are interested in being added to the list of manufacturers who are able to help please contact us [email protected].
Maine Resources:
Federal Resources:
Workplace Safety Resources:
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US Dept. of Labor Guidance on Workplace Saftey related to COVID-19
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OSHA Standards related to COVID-19
Governor Mills Emergency Legislation
Governor Mills passed emergency legislation on March 17 th to help Maine businesses and individuals affected by COVID-19.
READ THE GOVERNORS UPDATE HERE.
Unemployment Insurance eligibility for unemployment insurance has been extended to individuals whose employment has been impacted by COVID-19. It also temporarily waives the one week waiting period for benefits so that workers may obtain benefits faster and ensures that claims for UI will not affect an employer's experience rating.
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More information can be found here.
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Claims can be filed online or by phone 1-800-593-7660
Small Business Administration Loans Maine businesses are now eligible to apply for economic support loans to help them overcome any temporary loss of revenue due to COVID-19. More information can be found here.
Here is what businesses need to do to apply for a disaster loan:
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Personal financial statement.
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A schedule of liabilities.
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A copy of your most recently filed federal income tax return.
Coronavirus: Updates & Resources
During this unprecedented time, MAME is here to help you and your company prepare for your future. We have compiled a list of resources to help you move forward.
STEPS THAT YOU CAN TAKE NOW:
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Determine supply chain disruption risks. Check out this supply chain disruption checklist created by our friends in Illinois.
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Reeducate employees on preventing virus spread
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Review and revise cleaning schedules for common areas
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Work with local health professionals
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Communicate promptly
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Develop a Business Continuity Plan: Here are two useful guides Business Continuity Plan 1 or Business Continuity Plan 2
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Disaster Recovery Plans: Many have disaster recovery plans associated with their ISO certification. Please make sure to revisit and update these plans as necessary.
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Physical security and access planning are critical
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IT System preparedness and plans for remote working may be necessary
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Review your insurance coverage to understand scenarios where you are covered, and potential holes.