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Geared Up and Covered: Securing Your North Carolina Manufacturing Success with the Right Insurance

The Allen Thomas Group – Your Trusted Partner for Risk Mitigation and Growth in the Tar Heel State’s Thriving Manufacturing Landscape
The Engine of Progress: A Glimpse into North Carolina’s Manufacturing Prowess
North Carolina proudly ranks 10th nationwide for manufacturing employment, providing over 470,000 stable jobs for hardworking residents across the state.
From the furniture factories of Winston-Salem, the “Furniture Capital of the East Coast,” to the aerospace hub of Greensboro, “Aerospace Capital of the South,” the Tar Heel State hums with productivity across diverse manufacturing industries like textiles, pharmaceuticals, automotive, food processing, electronics, and many more.
This bustling sector contributes a hefty 18.31% of North Carolina’s total economic output, driving an impressive $103.59 billion engine that powers growth and opportunity.
With blue-collar grit and innovation, manufacturers form the backbone of local communities large and small.
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Weathering the Storm: Why Every NC Manufacturer Needs Comprehensive Insurance
Yet despite their output and optimism, manufacturers face an almost daily gauntlet of risks that can grind operations to a costly halt.
Like an unexpected gear jam in a smooth-running factory line, disasters and liabilities lurk around every corner.
Severe weather events like floods, tornadoes, and hurricanes can cause extensive property damage and loss of inventory.
Cyberattacks and data breaches expose valuable intellectual property and customer data. Supply chain disruptions leave assembly lines empty. Defective products trigger expensive lawsuits and erode consumer trust. Workplace injuries lead to large workers’ compensation claims. Pollution releases violate environmental regulations.
Even a small hiccup can completely stop production, hemorrhaging money and threatening business survival.
According to the North Carolina Industrial Commission, the average workers’ compensation claim costs over $50,000, and even mundane slips and falls can warrant six-figure lawsuits when factoring in legal fees and medical bills. For small and mid-sized manufacturers, just one serious accident or natural disaster can destroy everything without warning.
Safeguarding your property, finances, and reputation with adequate insurance coverages provides an indispensable safety net.
The right insurance partner fills gaps that would otherwise sink North Carolina manufacturers, keeping you solvent, empowered, and focused on growth even in difficult circumstances.
Think of it as bolstering your business’s resilience – an ironclad foundation upon which to keep building and expanding, come rain or shine.
Building a Protective Wall: Understanding Key Commercial Insurance Coverages for NC Manufacturers
Manufacturing is an inherently hazardous occupation full of heavy machinery and controlled substances. Inventory worth hundreds of thousands sits vulnerable to flood and fire. Customer data faces compromise through cyber intrusions. Workers suffer injuries on a daily basis.
In this high-stakes environment, North Carolina manufacturers need sufficient walls of protection to prevent existential crises. The most vital coverages include:
The “factory fence” keeping third-party accidents and lawsuits at bay.
General liability coverage pays for others’ medical bills, legal judgments, advertising injuries, and attorney fees arising from customer injuries or property damage that occur on your business premises or because of your operations. Costs average $1,500 – $2,500 annually
“From roof trusses to production line,” this coverage protects your building, equipment, machinery, furniture, inventory, and more against damage and theft.
Average premiums range from 0.5% to 1.5% of total property value
One defective bolt can lead to hundreds of thousands in legal judgments and lawyers’ fees from injured customers.
This coverage defends and settles lawsuits over unsafe products, shielding your finances. Premiums generally run $1,000 – $2,000 yearly
While property insurance covers physical damage, business interruption insurance replaces income lost whenever covered disasters shut down operations.
It protects profits that would erode in the downtime. Typical costs range from 0.5% to 1.5% of annual revenue.
This mandatory coverage serves as a safety net for your greatest asset – your workforce.
If an employee gets injured on the job, it pays their medical expenses and lost wages so they can recover and return to work. Rates average about $1.25 per $100 of payroll
Additional Coverages for a Better Risk Management Strategy
Comprehensive protection also accounts for emerging threats – policies can include specialized coverages such as the following
From break room to board room, EPLI manages disputes like harassment allegations, wrongful termination lawsuits, and discrimination against protected classes.
Applicable to any manufacturer with employees, annual premiums run $500 – $1,500
In our digital age, data breaches threaten every business large and small.
Cyber liability insurance responds to hacking incidents and sensitive data exposures, paying to notify victims, restore data, handle public relations, negotiate with ransomware attackers, and cover legal costs.
Expect annual premiums around $1,500 – $5,000
For an extra layer of catastrophic coverage, umbrella insurance kicks in when damages exceed limits across other policies.
It prevents bankrupting situations not fully addressed in standard contracts. Average yearly rates run 0.1% to 0.5% of total coverage underneath.
For manufacturers offering engineering or design services, errors and omissions insurance handles damages arising from negligent designs, blueprints, or calculations.
Premiums cost around $1,000 – $3,000 annually
Equipment doesn’t always stay put in the warehouse.
When tools hit the road for installation jobs or service calls, inland marine insurance protects them against damage, accidents, or theft. Costs vary based on the value of covered equipment.
The Allen Thomas Group: Your Tailored Solution for Unwavering Confidence
With over 20 years serving North Carolina’s manufacturing sector, The Allen Thomas Group brings unmatched professional services guiding companies just like yours to craft ironclad risk management strategies.
We combine our extensive insurance carrier relationships with intimate knowledge of local exposures to build customized policies matching your unique operations and values.
Rather than quick, one-size-fits-all insurance packages peddled by national brokers, our independent North Carolina agents take the time to walk the assembly line alongside you.
We can tour your facilities, meet your team, thoroughly evaluate exposures, and educate on confusing terminology.
Collaborating shoulder-to-shoulder, we configure appropriate layers of protection tailored to your manufacturing processes, assets, and risk appetite.
More than just selling a product, our goal is forming genuine long-term partnerships invested in your safety, resilience, and success. The Allen Thomas Group doesn’t operate like some faceless corporation – we embed within the communities we serve. We respond personally to every client concern through storm, lawsuit, or business win.
Think of us as an extension of your leadership team, providing unwavering support so you can focus on operational excellence rather than getting dragged into insurance complexities.

Beyond the Insurance Policy: Value-Added Services for Manufacturers
Working with The Allen Thomas Group provides more than just an insurance policy.
We surround clients with value-added services delivering confidence, compliance, savings, and industry intelligence including:
Risk Management – Our risk management consultants provide free evaluations identifying hazards and exposures that may cause costly claims. We then devise targeted solutions to control, avoid, or transfer identified risks before they become liabilities. Ongoing access to risk management guidance is indispensable for keeping operations safe as well as insurance premiums low.
Safety Training – Through partnerships with risk management firms, we offer exclusive access to discounted workplace safety programs, equipment operation certifications, OSHA/EPA compliance seminars, and other services that reduce workplace accidents and regulatory violations. Fewer claims directly translate to insurance savings.
Industry Resources – Clients gain free subscriptions to practical manufacturing publications full of safety tips, technology innovations, and leadership tactics to remain competitive. We also share invitations to exclusive local industry events, trade shows, and mixers to nurture an ongoing educational community.
24/7 Claims Support – An insurance policy is only as good as the claims process behind it. The Allen Thomas Group provides dedicated account managers fully committed to your risk mitigation strategy. If something happens, we smooth the process so you can focus on recovery. Our around-the-clock availability prevents slow claim resolutions.
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Get Back to What Matters: Let The Allen Thomas Group Take Care of the Risk
In the cutthroat world of manufacturing, gaining every competitive edge is imperative for organizations hoping to not just survive but thrive.
The last thing successful manufacturers need is avoidable setbacks from uninsured mishaps.
Partnering with The Allen Thomas Group brings confident stability to North Carolina makers and builders.
Contact us today for a free risk assessment and insurance quote crafted specifically for your operations.
Our tailored protections and responsive guidance empower manufacturers to flourish, securing the state’s legacy as a national production powerhouse.
With the right precautions in place, you can focus energy on craftsmanship, efficiency, and meeting demand rather than worrying over risks. Let us handle the rest while you get back to what matters most!
Get More Insights On Making The Right Insurance Decision For Your Manufacturing Company
What are the top manufacturing industries in North Carolina?
The top manufacturing industries in North Carolina include:
1. Food Products:
– The food products manufacturing sector ranks as the state’s largest industrial sector based on the number of jobs, employing 67,040 people.
2. Industrial Machinery and Equipment:
– This sector ranks second, employing 65,390 individuals.
3. Chemicals:
– The chemicals industry accounts for 44,044 jobs in North Carolina.
4. Transportation Equipment:
– This sector employs 44,002 people in the state.
5. Rubber/Plastics:
– The rubber and plastics industry provides 42,422 jobs in North Carolina.
Citations:
[1] https://www.industryselect.com/blog/top-10-manufacturing-companies-in-north-carolina
[2] https://ncmep.org/about/manufacturing-matters/
[3] https://www.commerce.nc.gov/business/key-industries-north-carolina
[4] https://www.glassdoor.com/Explore/top-manufacturing-companies-north-carolina_IS.4,17_ISEC10015_IL.28,42_IS1282.htm
[5] https://www.commerce.nc.gov/news/the-lead-feed/why-every-north-carolinian-should-care-about-manufacturing
Citations For Statistics Used
1. The Engine of Progress:
- North Carolina manufacturing rank and employment: https://www.commerce.nc.gov/data-tools-reports
- Furniture Capital of the East Coast: https://www.highpointmarket.org/
- Aerospace hub of the South: https://www.visitgreensboronc.com/
- Manufacturing’s contribution to NC’s output: https://nam.org/state-manufacturing-data/2020-north-carolina-manufacturing-facts/
2. Weathering the Storm:
- Average cost of General Liability insurance for manufacturers: https://www.insuranks.com/how-much-is-general-liability-insurance-cost
- NC Industrial Commission website: https://www.ic.nc.gov/
3. Building a Protective Wall:
- Average cost of Workers’ Compensation insurance: https://www.ic.nc.gov/
- Average cost of Commercial Property insurance: https://www.iii.org/fact-statistic/facts-statistics-commercial-lines
- Average cost of Business Interruption insurance: https://www.iii.org/insurance-basics/business-insurance
- Average cost of Products Liability insurance: https://howmuch.net/costs/product-liability-insurance
- Average cost of Cyber Liability insurance: https://www.hiscox.com/brokers/cyber
- Average cost of Umbrella insurance: https://howmuch.net/costs/excess-liability-insurance
- Average cost of Employment Practices Liability insurance: https://howmuch.net/costs/employers-liability-insurance
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