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Insurance for Manufacturers

Let us focus on your insurance so you can concentrate on manufacturing. 

5,000+
American manufacturers protected
We would be proud to insure your business, so you can focus on what matters most to you. We have specialists who know your business because our focus is you. ******
96%
customer claims satisfaction
We want the claim process to be a calming one. We provide you with a single point of contact who can focus on what you need. So, when a claim comes in, you know we're here for you. *****

MANUFACTURING INSURANCE

Here’s what we’ll cover for your manufacturing business.

Insurance is so much more than a piece of paper and a promise. Our experience agents, expert loss control representatives, and manufacturing specialist know your business because our focus is you.

Acuity knows manufacturing

Acuity knows manufacturing

Specialized coverages

We offer additional coverages specific to manufacturers that allow you to customize your policy according to your specific risks, including manufacturers’ errors and omissions.

Celebrate manufacturing video contest

We are happy to announce the winners! We received some great stories explaining why you are proud to be a part of the manufacturing industry. We can't wait to share these stories with you as we celebrate manufacturing in the month of October.

Manufacturing expert corner

From our underwriting and claims training to annual workshops and education, Acuity employees continually focus on understanding the state of the manufacturing industry. Our team is trained and advised on industry topics by our manufacturing specialist, who has decades of manufacturing experience.

Loss control professionals

We staff highly trained loss control professionals with manufacturing knowledge who work directly with you to help improve safety and prevent accidents.

M.A.S.H.

M.A.S.H. is a 24/7 nurse hotline for workers with non-emergency injuries. This service is free to everyone who has a workers’ compensation policy with Acuity, and it can reduce your workers’ compensation expenses.

Safety and educational resources

Our exclusive online educational materials, including videos, loss prevention articles, and much more, are available anytime, anywhere, and will help you sustainably grow your business.

Investment in the manufacturing community

We support professional development for our manufacturers by partnering with trade associations, writing blogs on important industry topics, sharing industry news and discussion on Facebook, and providing seminars to foster continued learning.

Business insurance for manufacturing

Ready to begin examining your insurance needs? Start your quote here and meet with an independent agent who will ensure your unique risks as a manufacturer are covered.

Our passion is our customers and it shows.
Our passion is our customers and it shows.

CUSTOMER STORIES

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"Acuity cares about us as a business and our growth. They are in tune with the manufacturing industry and provide us constructive safety tips that we can implement to ensure we provide the safest workplace possible."

Jan

Winneconne, WI

Looking to work with a local agent?

Michael S. is our Manufacturing guru

Mike knows manufacturing. Purchase decisions, lean implementation, employee management, technology changes—in his 30+ years in the industry, he has experienced it.
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    • When you hear the word hybrid, many things may come to mind. You might think about cars that have a combination of electric and combustion engines to propel them or plants that have been genetically modified to grow in adverse conditions or achieve higher yields. Regardless of what comes to mind, the term hybrid refers to the combination of two or more unlike things.
    • For many manufacturing companies, technology seems to help with improvements in a variety of areas, including quality, on-time delivery, reduction in part costs, and much more. However, technology can only get you so far. If you do not embrace lean manufacturing practices, you will never reap the full benefits of the technology or systems you are implementing. In short, lean manufacturing is as relevant today as it was when it first came into manufacturing.
    • An automated pallet change (APC) system is something you may want to consider for your manufacturing shop. But how do you know if it is right for you? Before we jump into the dos and don'ts of APCs, let's talk about where they started.
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    RESOURCES

    Other things you might be interested in.

    Loss control

    Acuity offers an extensive library of loss control resources to help keep your employees and company operating safely

    Videos

    Watch our helpful, to the point manufacturing videos featuring Mike, our industry specialist!

    Glossary

    Does insurance lingo sometimes leave you guessing? Check out our glossary!

    FAQs

    Have questions? We have answers.

    How long has Acuity been in business?

    We started out as Mutual Auto Insurance Company of the Town of Herman in 1925 and have been insuring manufacturers for over 40 years!

    What type of manufacturers do you insure?

    We insure all kinds of manufacturers, from food processing and woodworking to plastic and metal goods manufacturing!

    Does Acuity insure large manufacturing companies or small two man shops?

    We have the expertise and coverages to adequately insure large manufacturing plants, yet we understand the market demands of very small operations. We write thousands of manufacturers of many different sizes.

    How can I be sure Acuity will be there for me when I need them?

    We are one of the rare companies that maintain A+ financial ratings from A.M. Best and Standard and Poor’s. Of the 3,000 property-casualty carriers in the nation, we’ve consistently been ranked as one of the best-run companies by Ward Financial Group.

    ABOUT US
    Get to know us.

    We're rated A+

    Only commercial regional insurer to be rated A+ by both A.M. Best and Standard & Poor's, making Acuity an icon of strength.

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    In business since 1925

    Acuity is the 57th largest insurer in the nation and manages nearly $4 billion in assets.

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    Our People

    At Acuity, our people make the difference. Our knowledgeable employees are passionate about serving you and take the time to understand your unique needs.