IMA Life making critical equipment in Tonawanda for global drugmakers
Ava Martinez
Ava Martinez
Reporter · Buffalo, NY
Ava Martinez has spent over 3 years covering community issues in Buffalo, particularly focusing on social justice initiatives and grassroots movements. With a degree in Sociology from the University at Buffalo, she has a deep understanding of the societal factors impacting local neighborhoods. Ava previously worked as a community organizer before transitioning to journalism.
More from Ava →Reporter · Friday, October 30, 2026 at 2:00 PM · 1 min read
It’s not a well-known company, but IMA Life in Tonawanda makes the freeze-drying equipment and related machinery that used to produce vaccines, antibiotics and other vital medications.