Alaskan-made PacBak Is Headed Upstream to National Markets
The incredible story of PacBak and Brian McKinnon serves as inspiration for other underdogs looking to forge an entrepreneurial path in Alaska.
Manufacturing
Molly Bz Inks Cookie Deal with Ravn Alaska
Molly Bz Cookies of Eagle River reached an exclusive agreement to provide onboard treats for Northern Pacific Airways, doing business as Ravn Alaska.
Great Harvest Bakery Adds Fairbanks Location
The operator of one Great Harvest Bread Co. in Fairbanks plans to open a second location inside a former Pizza Hut early next year.
Alaska Science Forum: Home Insulation from Wood and Fungus
A few Alaska researchers are working to create insulation made from biological materials that removes carbon from the atmosphere.
3D Metal Printer Adds Capabilities to UAF Machine Shop
The UAF Geophysical Institute operates the only 3D metal printer in the UA System. It was purchased in mid-2020 but not ready for use until this year.
Mobile Plastics Processor Arrives in Alaska
A first-of-its-kind mobile plastics processing system is being deployed in Alaska, designed to take plastic from beaches and recycle it into lumber.
Modular Buildings: Roofs over Remote Sites
Shipping in the materials needed to build traditional offices, workforce accommodations, repair facilities, and even military installations can be expensive and time consuming, and for this reason, many industries turn to modular facilities.
The Growing, Growling Industry of Animal Care in Alaska
Local entrepreneurs are tapping their own love for our four-legged friends and taking advantage of a growing pet industry to meet the needs of Alaska’s pet owners.
Alaskan Brewers Win Crushie Awards for Branding
The 2022 Craft Beer Marketing Awards recognized two Alaska breweries for their branding. Alaskan Brewing Company and 49th State Brewing won five awards.
Alaska Printing Has a Bold Vision for Local Print Services
Adam Williams has a plan: consolidate Anchorage’s printing industry and expand the services at his commercial print shop. It’s admittedly ambitious, especially considering that he purchased Alaska Printing three years ago.