Your Craft, Our Coverage
Manufacturing
Manufacturing comes with unique risks and challenges—from product recalls to equipment breakdown. Central’s manufacturing coverages protect your clients from the unexpected so they can stay on track and keep production running smoothly.
APPETITE
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Writing the Right Business Together
Click below to learn more about Central’s manufacturing appetite and the types of business we want to write with you.
Attractive Markets
- Durable Goods Wholesalers
- Electronics & Electrical Parts
- Household Goods Manufacturing
- Metalworkers
- Shelf Stable Food Products Manufacturing
- Sign Manufacturing
- Small Equipment & Machinery
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- Breweries and Wineries
- Clay & Brick Products
- Industrial Equipment & Machinery
- Non-alcoholic Beverages
- Non-critical Auto Parts
- Paper Products
- Plastic Products
- Textile Products
Attractive Markets
- Durable Goods Wholesalers
- Electronics & Electrical Parts
- Household Goods Manufacturing
- Metalworkers
- Shelf Stable Food Products Manufacturing
- Sign Manufacturing
- Small Equipment & Machinery
In-Appetite Classes
- Breweries and Wineries
- Clay & Brick Products
- Industrial Equipment & Machinery
- Non-alcoholic Beverages
- Non-critical Auto Parts
- Paper Products
- Plastic Products
- Textile Products
THE RIGHT FIT FOR CENTRAL
Meet our ideal manufacturing policyholder.
OUR IDEAL ACCOUNT CHARACTERISTICS
Property values of $50 million or less per location
Machinery that can be easily replaced or repaired
A strong safety culture with formal safety controls
Satisfactory financial and loss history
Appropriate fire prevention and suppression systems
Proper dust collection and ventilation
Successful businesses that are specialists in their product and process, building proficiency over three years
Central’s manufacturing loss control checklist is a practical guide designed to help identify hazards, reinforce safe practices, and keep operations running smoothly.
25%
We have grown our target manufacturing book by 25% since 2022.
$12.8M
In 2023, we set a record with over $12.8M in new manufacturing business.
27%
We’ve written 27% more metal manufacturers over the past two years.
Manufacturers Errors & Omissions
Central’s Manufacturers E&O coverage goes above and beyond by protecting the manufacturer if they suffer a direct financial loss due to an error. Our coverage is broad with few exclusions. It covers financial losses resulting from defective products, protecting the damaged product itself, and third parties that experience financial consequences due to the alleged defect.
MANUFACTURER'S ERRORS & OMISSIONS
Central’s Manufacturers E&O coverage goes above and beyond by protecting the manufacturer if they suffer a direct financial loss due to an error. Our coverage is broad with few exclusions. It covers financial losses resulting from defective products, protecting the damaged product itself, and third parties that experience financial consequences due to the alleged defect.
POLLUTION LIABILITY
Protects businesses from the costly aftermath of unintended pollution-related events.
PRODUCT RECALL
Helps manufacturers cover the costs of removing products from the market when an unforeseen risk arises. This coverage addresses expenses not covered by a general liability policy, providing essential protection against the financial impact of a product recall.
"Focusing on attractive markets allows us to effectively utilize our experience and expertise to offer our policyholders quality products and outstanding hospitality.”
James Barto
Vice President — Commercial Lines
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Why Central
Central's specialized coverages safeguard each stage of the manufacturing process by addressing the unique risks of today’s production environment. From product recalls to equipment breakdown, we’ve got it covered, and we’re proud to provide policyholders with peace of mind knowing they’re protected by an insurance partner who understands the industry.
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