Preview: Made in Maryland: Episode 201

For nearly a century, Harford County’s Independent Can has been the nation’s leading producer of custom tin packaging. Their eye-catching creations for companies like Hershey and Frito-Lay line the shelves of every supermarket in the country. But, staying competitive in a global economy requires innovation, and this family-owned business is investing in training, automation and sustainability to modernize their production lines. In Baltimore County, Watts Innovations is disrupting the billion-dollar drone industry with American-made drones designed to combat the spread of wildfires, inspect critical infrastructure, and deliver packages to your front door. The technical integrity of these drones is made possible by modern innovations like computer assisted design, virtual test environments, and adaptive engineering - innovations that help American manufacturers maintain a competitive edge.
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