Complete List of Tours
What is PCN Tours?
From museums to manufacturing, we have it covered. Come take a tour and learn more about what makes this Commonwealth a great place to live and work. Each tour is led by a representative of the facility, allowing the viewer to experience television unscripted! “PCN Tours” airs daily 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. with a premiere televised every Sunday at 8:00 p.m. If you would like to suggest a PA manufacturer or museum, please let us know. PCN does not charge or receive payment for producing a walking tour. Send your PCN Tours suggestions to pcntv@pcntv.com. |
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November
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1st |
 Boyd & Blair Potato Vodka
Glenshaw, PA
For every batch of vodka produced in a single still, there are three parts. The “heads” - the toxic, bitter alcohols - are discarded. The “tails” - the musty alcohols - are used by some distillers to increase their yield. But Boyd and Blair say they only use the “hearts” - the naturally sweet spirits - in their vodka.
 Troegs Brewing Company
Harrisburg, PA
The Trogner brothers are natives of Mechanicsburg. At the beginning in 1997, John worked on the right mixture of yeast, hops, and barley, while Chris focused on the marketing, sales, and management. They briefly considered a brewpub, but they decided to leave the food service to someone else, and to concentrate on beer. |
8th |
 Orthey Autoharps I (2009)
Newport, PA
An autoharp is a stringed, wooden instrument. George Orthey has been making them by hand since 1964. George says he has combined the techniques of old master luthiers with the latest innovation to produce an instrument of unsurpassed quality. After air-drying rough-sawn lumber for at least five years, the wood is stored in controlled temperature and humidity for at least six more months before it is used to make instruments. |
15th |
Orthey Autoharps II (2009)
Newport, PA
An autoharp is a stringed, wooden instrument. George Orthey has been making them by hand since 1964. George says he has combined the techniques of old master luthiers with the latest innovation to produce an instrument of unsurpassed quality. After air-drying rough-sawn lumber for at least five years, the wood is stored in controlled temperature and humidity for at least six more months before it is used to make instruments. |
22nd |
 Ashland Technologies (2009)
Next time you take a hair-raising, stomach-churning ride on your favorite roller coaster, try to remember that some of its parts may have been made at this plant in Hegins, Pennsylvania.
On the more practical side, Ashland Technologies also makes a kit that allows you to re-locate the fuel filter on your diesel truck, motor home, or school bus so it’s easier to get at for maintenance.
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29th |
 Yuengling Beer (2009)
Pottsville, PA
America’s oldest brewery has been operating here since 1829. A family business since the beginning, the sixth generation of Yuenglings is learning the business from the ground up. In 2004, the Yuengling Traditional Lager brand was named the number one “Power Brand” by Information Resources. |
December
(Schedule Subject To Change)
6th |
 Byers' Choice Figurines
Chalfont, PA 18914
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13th |
Town Crier Bakery
Lahaska, PA
Owners Kerry and Roseann Burns say you ought to come here to experience scratch baking the way it’s supposed to be. They say their breads, pastries, and cakes are made with simple, basic ingredients. Their Daily Specials are mapped-out on their website so you can plan your week around different tasty baked treats. |
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27th |
Lion Brewery
Wilkes-Barre, PA |
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October
(Schedule Subject To Change)
3rd |
 Solomon Steelpans
Pittsburgh, PA
A steelpan is a percussion instrument that when struck produces a musical tone. Putting a groove between specific areas of the steelpan was the original method for isolating the different notes available to the musician. Phil Solomon takes credit for the “Grooveless Method,” and other manufacturing innovations, that he says make his steelpans stand out.
 Packaging Corp. of America
Trexlertown, PA
PCA makes corrugated boxes that get products to market. They also make point-of-purchase displays with graphics that grab your attention while you’re pushing your grocery cart. PCA doesn’t boast about thinking outside the box. They like to say they’re thinking about the box! |
10th |
 HH Brown Work & Outdoor Group
Martinsburg, PA
This company produces boots for numerous applications where ruggedness and durability are necessary. Law enforcement, mining, and the military are just a few professions that count on functional footwear. Extreme-protection boots that are worn by Search and Rescue teams at FEMA are designed and produced here. |
17th |
Pittsburgh Brewing Company
Pittsburgh, PA |
24th |
Yuengling Beer (2009)
Pottsville, PA
America’s oldest brewery has been operating here since 1829. A family business since the beginning, the sixth generation of Yuenglings is learning the business from the ground up. In 2004, the Yuengling Traditional Lager brand was named the number one “Power Brand” by Information Resources. |
31st |
 DORMA Door Controls
Reamstown, PA
One of the most familiar devices made here is the mechanism that makes a door close automatically and quietly with a smooth, slow motion. They make a complete line of “surface door closers,” large and small, some equipped with smoke detectors. DORMA says they’ve earned a reputation supplying products that “invoke security, safety, and convenience around the door.” |
November
(Schedule Subject To Change)
7th |
 Structural Modulars, Inc.
Strattanville, PA
PCN Tours Structural Modulars, Inc.. You’ve seen plenty of things rolling down assembly lines here on PCN, but wait till you see complete HOUSES going down the production line. The idea of a modular home is to build it indoors away from the elements, then deliver it to its final destination on a flatbed truck.
DiamondBack Truck Covers
Philipsburg, PA
This product helps make the bed of a pick-up truck more useful. These metal covers enclose the bed to secure the contents, and allow you to transport heavy objects on top. The tri-fold design gives you access to the front and back of the bed at the same time. Individually detaching panels let you take off part or all of the cover by yourself. |
14th |
Boyd & Blair Potato Vodka
Glenshaw, PA
For every batch of vodka produced in a single still, there are three parts. The “heads” - the toxic, bitter alcohols - are discarded. The “tails” - the musty alcohols - are used by some distillers to increase their yield. But Boyd and Blair say they only use the “hearts” - the naturally sweet spirits - in their vodka.
Troegs Brewing Company
Harrisburg, PA
The Trogner brothers are natives of Mechanicsburg. At the beginning in 1997, John worked on the right mixture of yeast, hops, and barley, while Chris focused on the marketing, sales, and management. They briefly considered a brewpub, but they decided to leave the food service to someone else, and to concentrate on beer. |
21st |
Ashland Technologies
Hegins, PA
Next time you take a hair-raising, stomach-churning ride on your favorite roller coaster, try to remember that some of its parts may have been made at this plant in Hegins, Pennsylvania.
On the more practical side, Ashland Technologies also makes a kit that allows you to re-locate the fuel filter on your diesel truck, motor home, or school bus so it’s easier to get at for maintenance. |
28th |
 Automation Devices, Inc.
Fairview, PA
“Feeders,” in an industrial sense, get objects from one place to another. There are a few methods by which this can be accomplished. A vibratory feeder can shake itself in order to send a great quantity of small things from point A to point B. A centrifugal feeder spins, and through centrifugal force, sends objects off to their next destination. This company’s feeders and hoppers keep the production line moving. |
December
(Schedule Subject To Change)
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