MANUFACTURING
Where Legacy Industry Meets Advanced Manufacturing
Pittsburgh’s manufacturing story is one of reinvention. Long known for steel and heavy industry, the region has transformed into a center for advanced manufacturing, clean energy, and industrial tech. From legacy giants to next-gen innovators, companies choose Pittsburgh for its talent, infrastructure, and strategic location and they choose Rise Pittsburgh to help them find the space to make it happen.
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Innovative solutions shaping tomorrow’s success.
Discover Pittsburgh’s Manufacturing Legacy and Future
Pittsburgh built its reputation on manufacturing. Today, that legacy continues to evolve, with the city emerging as a national leader in advanced manufacturing, sustainable production, and industrial innovation. From steel to smart tech, the Pittsburgh region is forging the future of industry.
At Rise Pittsburgh, we help manufacturers find the right facilities to grow, modernize, and streamline operations. Whether you’re expanding production, optimizing logistics, or exploring a build-to-suit site, we deliver tailored real estate solutions with no conflict of interest and complete transparency.
A Legacy of Industrial Leadership
Pittsburgh’s roots run deep in American manufacturing. Powerhouses like U.S. Steel, Alcoa, PPG Industries, Westinghouse, and ATI (formerly Allegheny Ludlum) still anchor the region’s industrial footprint. These companies not only shaped Pittsburgh’s skyline, they shaped its workforce, infrastructure, and business ethos.
And while their presence remains strong, Pittsburgh’s industrial economy is far from stuck in the past.
Today’s Manufacturing is Smart, Clean, and Growing
Modern manufacturers are reimagining Pittsburgh as a hub for clean energy, aerospace components, medical devices, and precision engineering.
- Philips Respironics, a global leader in sleep and respiratory health, opened a cutting-edge innovation center in Oakland, reinforcing Pittsburgh’s strength in medtech and advanced electronics.
- GE, Siemens, Honeywell Robotics, and Elliott Group continue to expand their regional operations in energy, additive manufacturing, and automation.
- Pittsburgh’s industrial real estate is evolving too offering flexible logistics facilities, upgraded brownfields, and new distribution hubs strategically located near major transportation corridors.
At Rise Pittsburgh, we’ve helped companies from heavy industry to high-tech manufacturing evaluate options, reduce occupancy costs, and secure space that supports both current output and future growth.
A Workforce Built for What’s Next
With 80,000+ skilled workers in manufacturing and access to world-class institutions like Carnegie Mellon University and the University of Pittsburgh, the region boasts both legacy know-how and emerging talent. Programs from Catalyst Connection, WQED’s Future Jobs Initiative, and CCAC’s workforce training continue to build the next generation of machinists, engineers, and manufacturing leaders.
Site Selection Backed by Real Data
Our proprietary platform, Ghost, gives your team clarity in every decision, whether you’re planning a plant expansion, distribution center, or multistate acquisition. We help you visualize estimated costs, compare sites side-by-side, and walk through every step of our proven 10-step lifecycle.
“We’re not just finding you space, we’re helping you create leverage, reduce downtime, and future-proof your operations.”