When the normal ways of working just don’t fit during a global pandemic, these eight local companies took a hard left turn—and kept going.
Photograph courtesy of Karrikin Spirits
New Riff Distilling
Known for: Producing bourbon, rye, and gin
Now doing: Producing hand sanitizer and donating it to local first responders
Dead Low Brewing
Known for: Running a brewery and restaurant
Now doing: Helping first responders who need a place to quarantine
Polar3d
Known for: Creating The Polar Cloud, an online platform to manage 3D printing
Now doing: 3D printing masks in partnership with Cintrifuse and InfoTrust
Standard Textile
Known for: Making linens for hotels and hospitals
Now doing: Making gowns, masks, and face shields for healthcare workers
Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County
Known for: Circulating printed materials and providing community space
Now doing: Circulating digital materials and providing virtual events
Cincinnati Ballet Wardrobe Department
Known for: Sewing and mending tutus and other dance costumes
Now doing: Sewing masks in partnership with nonprofit Sew Masks 4 Cincy
Cincinnati Reuse Center
Known for: Redistributing (at a discount) donated or surplus building materials
Now doing: Redistributing (for free) easel pads, paper, paint, and books to families
Lumaware Safety
Known for: Manufacturing photoluminescent exit signs
Now doing: Manufacturing acrylic ClearGuard sneeze-protective barriers
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