Crawford County Manufacturing Plant to Shutter

LNS Chipblaster to close after decades in business, impacting 67 local jobs.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 8:44pm

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A photorealistic studio still life featuring a collection of precision industrial machine parts and components in muted metallic tones, arranged elegantly on a clean, monochromatic background, conceptually representing the abstract concepts of manufacturing, industry, and economic transition.The impending closure of a long-standing industrial manufacturer in Crawford County reflects the ongoing challenges facing the region's manufacturing sector.Meadville Today

LNS Chipblaster, an industrial fixture in the Crawford Business Park in Meadville, Pennsylvania for decades, is expected to close its doors at the end of September, resulting in the loss of 67 local jobs.

Why it matters

The closure of LNS Chipblaster, a long-standing manufacturer in the region, is a significant economic blow to Crawford County and the surrounding area, which has already faced its share of plant shutdowns and job losses in recent years.

The details

LNS Chipblaster, a company that produces industrial machinery, has been a presence in the Crawford Business Park for many years. The upcoming closure will impact 67 workers at the plant.

  • LNS Chipblaster is expected to close its doors by the end of September 2026.

The players

LNS Chipblaster

An industrial machinery manufacturing company that has operated in the Crawford Business Park in Meadville, Pennsylvania for decades.

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The takeaway

The closure of LNS Chipblaster is a significant setback for the local economy in Crawford County, Pennsylvania, highlighting the ongoing challenges faced by manufacturing communities in the region.