Clients – Manufacturing Processes

We have improved the cash flow, lead times, inventories, time-to-market, quality and competitive position of our manufacturing clients for over 23 years.

Our client base is diverse, serving a broad array of markets, using the full spectrum of manufacturing methods and technologies, offering a fascinating mix of proprietary and custom engineered products, materials and services -- sometimes all from within a single company!

Many are privately held, others public. Most have annual sales between $25MM and $700MM, with some larger, some smaller.

The one thing this great group of organizations share is a commitment to making themselves even better. We are proud to contribute to their progress.

Select one of the following views and help yourself to information about a few of our clients.

Engineer-To-Order
Job Shop
Discrete
Manufacturing
Process
Manufacturing
Repetitive
Manufacturing
Remanufacturing
engineer-to-order: Products whose customer specifications require unique engineering design, significant customization, or new purchased materials. Each customer order results in a unique set of part numbers, bills of material, and routings. Syn: design-to-order.
 
-APICS Dictionary, 11th edition; Online edition
 

Capital Equipment

Coe Newnes McGehee
Global leader in the forest products industry
 
Emmco Inc.
“…known for its quality of assembly and innovations in manufacturing … building hydraulic power units…”
 
Industrial Mold & Machine
“…a full service manufacturer of high tolerance innovative molds for many segments of the plastics industry.”
 
Kinetico
“Kinetico solves water problems all over the world by providing families, companies, industries and communities with innovative water treatment solutions.”
 
Lashbrook Designs
"the jewelry industry's premier supplier of alternative metal wedding bands"
 
Vega Americas (Ohmart)
“For over 50 years, Ohmart/VEGA has provided industry-leading products for the measurement of level, density, weight, and pressure….Ohmart/VEGA is the inventor of the Nuclear level gauge, and is a world leader in accommodating applications involving radiation-based measurement.”
 
Pentair Water Group
“…a global leader in providing innovative products and systems used worldwide in the movement, treatment, storage, and enjoyment of water”
 
Process Technology
“Process Technology is the leader in the design and manufacture of superior process heating and cooling equipment serving a variety of industries.”
 

Material

Aexcel Inc.
“Whether you require traffic paint, road marking paints, specialized OEM industrial coatings or custom formulated and blended products under your own label, we can handle your requirements.”
 
Avery Dennison
“Avery Dennison Specialty Tape Division provides adhesive tape systems for use in automotive, aerospace, appliance, electronics, business equipment, packaging, HVAC, industrial and optical abrasives, consumer products and medical applications.”
 
Eckart America
“…brilliant applications and innovative solutions for metallic and pearlescent effect pigments and printing inks
 
ELCO Corporation
“Elco is a custom producer and worldwide marketer of lubricant additives and high purity chemicals.”
 
Lashbrook Designs
"the jewelry industry's premier supplier of alternative metal wedding bands"
 
Grafix Plastics
“Grafix Plastics is a full service plastic film and sheeting supplier offering a broad selection of materials.”
 
Midwest Industrial
“dust control, erosion control, soil stabilization and anti-icing/de-icing solutions.”
 
3D Metals
"Providing Copper Coil, Spring Steel, Aluminum and Copper Bus Bar Products to Industries WorldWide"
 
Zircoa
“Specialty Refractories & Ceramics”
 

Product

Ad Direct Inc.
“…develop and facilitate a mail advertising program that maximizes response, yields qualified sales leads and ultimately generates revenue for [client’s] organization.”
 
Airfoil Technologies International
Since acquired by GE “…provides the finest repair technologies and services for fan blades, cold section compressor airfoils, cases, stators, knife edge seals, spacers and disks of commercial flight and ground based turbines.”
 
Amweld Building Products
“…a leading manufacturer of quality hollow metal products to meet a wide range of construction applications.”
 
Ashtabula Rubber Company
“…a design manufacturer and technical service provider with more than 60 years of experience in the rubber industry.”
 
Avery Dennison
“Avery Dennison Specialty Tape Division provides adhesive tape systems for use in automotive, aerospace, appliance, electronics, business equipment, packaging, HVAC, industrial and optical abrasives, consumer products and medical applications.”
 
Beckett Gas
"partnering with customers to create effective engineering solutions in gas combustion"
 
Drop Dies and Forgings, Co. (Wyman-Gordon; PCC)
“…experienced die designers and forging engineers work together with you to determine the best design needed to cost-effectively produce your part."
 
Eltech Systems Corporation / De Nora Tech
“…provides products and services globally based on electrochemical technology.”
 
GE – Reuter Stokes
“..a leading provider of instrumentation and sensors for harsh environments; specifically designed to operate in high temperature, vibration, humidity, corrosive and radiation applications..”
 
Heather Moore Jewelry
"The finest personalized collection. Cherish Who You Are(TM)"
 
Hunter Manufacturing
“…one of the world's largest producers of heating and CBRN protective filtration systems for military and non-military applications.”
 
Lashbrook Designs
"the jewelry industry's premier supplier of alternative metal wedding bands"
 
Libra Industries
“…a leader in electronics contract manufacturing.”
 
Mantaline
“When you want sealing solutions as unique as your products, Mantaline provides the ultimate value-driven combination of design, engineering and production capabilities….in the Automobile, Heavy Truck, Recreational Vehicle and Marine markets.”
 
Pentair Water Group
“…a global leader in providing innovative products and systems used worldwide in the movement, treatment, storage, and enjoyment of water”
 
RCA Rubber Co.
“…a leader in the sheet rubber flooring and molded rubber stair tread industry since 1931.”
 
Seaway Bolt & Specials
“…Seaway has manufactured pipe plugs, drain plugs and special fasteners since 1957.”
 
Silfex
"Innovative Technology. Trusted Productivity. Fast Solutions."
 
SuperTrapp Industries
“a leading manufacturer of aftermarket performance exhaust systems for a variety of motor vehicle applications, including motorcycle, ATV and automotive.
 
Valtronic Technologies
“…[electronic] technology can contribute to the quality of life by restoring or replacing lost functions using miniaturized systems.
 
Zimmer
“…to develop, produce and globally market the highest quality orthopaedic product and services that repair, replace and regenerate.”
 
Zircoa
“Specialty Refractories & Ceramics”
job shop: 1) An organization in which similar equipment is organized by function. Each job follows a distinct routing through the shop. 2) A type of manufacturing process used to produce items to each customer’s specifications. Production operations are designed to handle a wide range of product designs and are performed at fixed plant locations using general-purpose equipment. Syn: jobbing. See: intermittent production, project manufacturing.
 
-APICS Dictionary, 11th edition; Online edition
 
Ad Direct Inc.
“…develop and facilitate a mail advertising program that maximizes response, yields qualified sales leads and ultimately generates revenue for [client’s] organization.”
 
Airfoil Technologies International
Since acquired by GE “…provides the finest repair technologies and services for fan blades, cold section compressor airfoils, cases, stators, knife edge seals, spacers and disks of commercial flight and ground based turbines.”
 
Amweld Building Products
“…a leading manufacturer of quality hollow metal products to meet a wide range of construction applications.”
 
Ashtabula Rubber Company
“…a design manufacturer and technical service provider with more than 60 years of experience in the rubber industry.”
 
Coe Newnes McGehee
Global leader in the forest products industry
 
Drop Dies and Forgings, Co. (Wyman-Gordon; PCC)
“…experienced die designers and forging engineers work together with you to determine the best design needed to cost-effectively produce your part."
 
Eckart America
“…brilliant applications and innovative solutions for metallic and pearlescent effect pigments and printing inks
 
ELCO Corporation
“Elco is a custom producer and worldwide marketer of lubricant additives and high purity chemicals.”
 
Eltech Systems Corporation / De Nora Tech
“…provides products and services globally based on electrochemical technology.”
 
Emmco Inc.
“…known for its quality of assembly and innovations in manufacturing … building hydraulic power units…”
 
GE – ReuteStokesr
“..a leading provider of instrumentation and sensors for harsh environments; specifically designed to operate in high temperature, vibration, humidity, corrosive and radiation applications..”
 
ICI Metals, Inc.
“…provides a wide range of products, concentrating on special alloys, stainless, and aluminum.”
 
Industrial Mold & Machine
“…a full service manufacturer of high tolerance innovative molds for many segments of the plastics industry.”
 
Kinetico
“Kinetico solves water problems all over the world by providing families, companies, industries and communities with innovative water treatment solutions.”
 
Lashbrook Designs
"the jewelry industry's premier supplier of alternative metal wedding bands"
 
Mantaline
“When you want sealing solutions as unique as your products, Mantaline provides the ultimate value-driven combination of design, engineering and production capabilities….in the Automobile, Heavy Truck, Recreational Vehicle and Marine markets.”
 
Martindale Electric Co.
“leading manufacturer of Circular Saw Blades, Commutator Grinders, Undercutters, and other Tools used by machine shops, motor repair shops and others, since 1913”
 
Vega Americas (Ohmart)
“For over 50 years, Ohmart/VEGA has provided industry-leading products for the measurement of level, density, weight, and pressure….Ohmart/VEGA is the inventor of the Nuclear level gauge, and is a world leader in accommodating applications involving radiation-based measurement.”
 
RCA Rubber Co.
“…a leader in the sheet rubber flooring and molded rubber stair tread industry since 1931.”
 
Seaway Bolt & Specials
“…Seaway has manufactured pipe plugs, drain plugs and special fasteners since 1957.”
 
Silfex
"Innovative Technology. Trusted Productivity. Fast Solutions."
 
SuperTrapp Industries
“a leading manufacturer of aftermarket performance exhaust systems for a variety of motor vehicle applications, including motorcycle, ATV and automotive.
 
Viking Forge
A subsidiary of Buyers Products Company, “…a leading manufacturer and supplier of a complete line of products for the mobile equipment industry.”
 
Zircoa
“Specialty Refractories & Ceramics”
discrete manufacturing: The production of distinct items such as automobiles, appliances, or computers.
 
-APICS Dictionary, 11th edition; Online edition
 
 
Airfoil Technologies International
Since acquired by GE “…provides the finest repair technologies and services for fan blades, cold section compressor airfoils, cases, stators, knife edge seals, spacers and disks of commercial flight and ground based turbines.”
 
Amweld Building Products
“…a leading manufacturer of quality hollow metal products to meet a wide range of construction applications.”
 
Ashtabula Rubber Company
“…a design manufacturer and technical service provider with more than 60 years of experience in the rubber industry.”
 
Beckett Gas
"partnering with customers to create effective engineering solutions in gas combustion"
 
Drop Dies and Forgings, Co. (Wyman-Gordon; PCC)
“…experienced die designers and forging engineers work together with you to determine the best design needed to cost-effectively produce your part."
 
Eltech Systems Corporation / De Nora Tech
“…provides products and services globally based on electrochemical technology.”
 
Emmco Inc.
“…known for its quality of assembly and innovations in manufacturing … building hydraulic power units…”
 
Flambeau Products
“… brings plastic to life for thousands of businesses and millions of professionals, hobbyists, and enthusiasts worldwide.”
 
GE – Reuter Stokes
“..a leading provider of instrumentation and sensors for harsh environments; specifically designed to operate in high temperature, vibration, humidity, corrosive and radiation applications.”
 
Grafix
“For 50 years, Grafix has been the leader in providing quality plastic films to the art, craft, graphics, drafting and design communities.”
 
Grafix Plastics
“Grafix Plastics is a full service plastic film and sheeting supplier offering a broad selection of materials.”
 
Heather Moore Jewelry
"The finest personalized collection. Cherish Who You Are(TM)"
 
Hunter Manufacturing
“…one of the world's largest producers of heating and CBRN protective filtration systems for military and non-military applications.”
 
Industrial Mold & Machine
“…a full service manufacturer of high tolerance innovative molds for many segments of the plastics industry.”
 
Keithley Instruments
“…designs, develops, manufactures and markets complex electronic instruments and systems..”
 
Kennametal
“…a leading global supplier of tooling, engineered components and advanced materials that are consumed in production processes.”
 
Kinetico
“Better water flows from better thinking.”
 
Kirkwood Industries
“…leader in producing the commutators, brushes, springs and related products that help keep the world in motion.”
 
Lashbrook Designs
"the jewelry industry's premier supplier of alternative metal wedding bands"
 
Libra Industries
“…a leader in electronics contract manufacturing.”
 
Mantaline
“When you want sealing solutions as unique as your products, Mantaline provides the ultimate value-driven combination of design, engineering and production capabilities….in the Automobile, Heavy Truck, Recreational Vehicle and Marine markets.”
 
Martindale Electric Co.
“leading manufacturer of Circular Saw Blades, Commutator Grinders, Undercutters, and other Tools used by machine shops, motor repair shops and others, since 1913”
 
Moen
“…is the #1 faucet brand in North America.”
 
Vega Americas (Ohmart)
“For over 50 years, Ohmart/VEGA has provided industry-leading products for the measurement of level, density, weight, and pressure….Ohmart/VEGA is the inventor of the Nuclear level gauge, and is a world leader in accommodating applications involving radiation-based measurement.”
 
Pentair Water Group
“…a global leader in providing innovative products and systems used worldwide in the movement, treatment, storage, and enjoyment of water”
 
Perfection Corporation
“..world's leading manufacturer of mechanical joining products for natural gas and propane gas distribution systems…” and “..water distribution products for polyethylene water piping; and fabricated steel pipe and plastic tubing products for the water heater, plumbing/HVAC and appliance industries.”
 
Process Technology
“Process Technology is the leader in the design and manufacture of superior process heating and cooling equipment serving a variety of industries.”
 
RCA Rubber Co.
“…a leader in the sheet rubber flooring and molded rubber stair tread industry since 1931.”
 
Seaway Bolt & Specials
“…Seaway has manufactured pipe plugs, drain plugs and special fasteners since 1957.”
 
Silfex
"Innovative Technology. Trusted Productivity. Fast Solutions."
 
Superior Tool
“....manufacturers of professional quality plumbing tools.”
 
SuperTrapp Industries
“a leading manufacturer of aftermarket performance exhaust systems for a variety of motor vehicle applications, including motorcycle, ATV and automotive.
 
Tremco
“…the most comprehensive roofing and weatherproofing solutions for new construction, roofing maintenance, replacement solutions, restoration and repair services, and roofing materials in the industry.”
 
Valtronic Technologies
“…[electronic] technology can contribute to the quality of life by restoring or replacing lost functions using miniaturized systems.
 
Viking Forge
A subsidiary of Buyers Products Company, “…a leading manufacturer and supplier of a complete line of products for the mobile equipment industry.”
 
Vita-Mix Corp
“…manufacture the very best in high powered blending equipment.”
 
Zimmer
“…to develop, produce and globally market the highest quality orthopaedic product and services that repair, replace and regenerate.”
 
Zircoa
“Specialty Refractories & Ceramics”
process manufacturing: Production that adds value by mixing, separating, forming, and/or performing chemical reactions. It may be done in either batch or continuous mode. See: project manufacturing.
 
-APICS Dictionary, 11th edition; Online edition
 
 
Aexcel Inc.
“Whether you require traffic paint, road marking paints, specialized OEM industrial coatings or custom formulated and blended products under your own label, we can handle your requirements.”
 
Airfoil Technologies International
Since acquired by GE “…provides the finest repair technologies and services for fan blades, cold section compressor airfoils, cases, stators, knife edge seals, spacers and disks of commercial flight and ground based turbines.”
 
Ashtabula Rubber Company
“…a design manufacturer and technical service provider with more than 60 years of experience in the rubber industry.”
 
Avery Dennison
“Avery Dennison Specialty Tape Division provides adhesive tape systems for use in automotive, aerospace, appliance, electronics, business equipment, packaging, HVAC, industrial and optical abrasives, consumer products and medical applications.”
 
Eckart America
“…brilliant applications and innovative solutions for metallic and pearlescent effect pigments and printing inks
 
ELCO Corporation
“Elco is a custom producer and worldwide marketer of lubricant additives and high purity chemicals.”
 
Eltech Systems Corporation / De Nora Tech
“…provides products and services globally based on electrochemical technology.”
 
Halox
"For manufacturers who rely on quality coatings with long term resistance to corrosion or tannin stain, one [Halox] offers proven performance, proven corrosion and tannin stain protection and proven acceptability and protection of the world around us."
 
Induron
"high performance coatings for use in commercial and industrial environments."
 
Jamestown Paint Company
“…specializing in environmentally-friendly coatings including waterborne, UV-curable, high-solids solventborne and powder coatings, Jamestown Paint has been at the forefront of the development, manufacturing and service of industrial paints and coatings."
 
Kirkwood Industries
“…leader in producing the commutators, brushes, springs and related products that help keep the world in motion.”
 
Lashbrook Designs
"the jewelry industry's premier supplier of alternative metal wedding bands"
 
Marcus Paints
"specialize in Environmental Compliant Coatings for industrial applications: Water Reducible, High Solids, UV Cure and Powder Coatings"
 
Mantaline
“When you want sealing solutions as unique as your products, Mantaline provides the ultimate value-driven combination of design, engineering and production capabilities….in the Automobile, Heavy Truck, Recreational Vehicle and Marine markets.”
 
Midwest Industrial
“dust control, erosion control, soil stabilization and anti-icing/de-icing solutions.”
 
Moen
“…is the #1 faucet brand in North America.”
 
PPG Industries
“PPG Automotive Coatings a world leader in providing protective and decorative coatings for your vehicle.”
 
RCA Rubber Co.
“…a leader in the sheet rubber flooring and molded rubber stair tread industry since 1931.”
 
Seaway Bolt & Specials
“…Seaway has manufactured pipe plugs, drain plugs and special fasteners since 1957.”
 
Sherwin-Williams
“…one of the world's leading companies engaged in the manufacture, distribution and sale of coatings and related products to professional, industrial, commercial and retail customers"
 
Silfex
"Innovative Technology. Trusted Productivity. Fast Solutions."
 
State Industrial Products
“…enhance building environments and improve equipment productivity. All around North America, State Industrial's products are hard at work for commercial, institutional and industrial customers.”
 
Tremco
“…the most comprehensive roofing and weatherproofing solutions for new construction, roofing maintenance, replacement solutions, restoration and repair services, and roofing materials in the industry.”
 
Viking Forge
A subsidiary of Buyers Products Company, “…a leading manufacturer and supplier of a complete line of products for the mobile equipment industry.”
 
Zimmer
“…to develop, produce and globally market the highest quality orthopaedic product and services that repair, replace and regenerate.”
 
Zircoa
“Specialty Refractories & Ceramics”
repetitive manufacturing: The repeated production of the same discrete products or families of products. Repetitive methodology minimizes setups, inventory, and manufacturing lead times by using production lines, assembly lines, or cells. Work orders are no longer necessary; production scheduling and control are based on production rates. Products may be standard or assembled from modules. Repetitive is not a function of speed or volume. Syn: repetitive process, repetitive production. See: project manufacturing.
 
-APICS Dictionary, 11th edition; Online edition
 
 
Amweld Building Products
“…a leading manufacturer of quality hollow metal products to meet a wide range of construction applications.”
 
Ashtabula Rubber Company
“…a design manufacturer and technical service provider with more than 60 years of experience in the rubber industry.”
 
Flambeau Products
“… brings plastic to life for thousands of businesses and millions of professionals, hobbyists, and enthusiasts worldwide.”
 
GE – Reuter Stokes
“..a leading provider of instrumentation and sensors for harsh environments; specifically designed to operate in high temperature, vibration, humidity, corrosive and radiation applications..”
 
Hunter Manufacturing
“…one of the world's largest producers of heating and CBRN protective filtration systems for military and non-military applications.”
 
Keithley Instruments
“…designs, develops, manufactures and markets complex electronic instruments and systems..”
 
Kennametal
“…a leading global supplier of tooling, engineered components and advanced materials that are consumed in production processes.”
 
Kinetico
“Better water flows from better thinking.”
 
Kirkwood Industries
“…leader in producing the commutators, brushes, springs and related products that help keep the world in motion.”
 
Lashbrook Designs
"the jewelry industry's premier supplier of alternative metal wedding bands"
 
Libra Industries
“…a leader in electronics contract manufacturing.”
 
Mantaline
“When you want sealing solutions as unique as your products, Mantaline provides the ultimate value-driven combination of design, engineering and production capabilities….in the Automobile, Heavy Truck, Recreational Vehicle and Marine markets.”
 
Moen
“…is the #1 faucet brand in North America.”
 
Pentair Water Group
“…a global leader in providing innovative products and systems used worldwide in the movement, treatment, storage, and enjoyment of water”
 
Perfection Corporation
“..world's leading manufacturer of mechanical joining products for natural gas and propane gas distribution systems…” and “..water distribution products for polyethylene water piping; and fabricated steel pipe and plastic tubing products for the water heater, plumbing/HVAC and appliance industries.
 
State Industrial Products
“…enhance building environments and improve equipment productivity. All around North America, State Industrial's products are hard at work for commercial, institutional and industrial customers.”
 
Superior Tool
“....manufacturers of professional quality plumbing tools.”
 
SuperTrapp Industries
“a leading manufacturer of aftermarket performance exhaust systems for a variety of motor vehicle applications, including motorcycle, ATV and automotive.
 
Tremco
“…the most comprehensive roofing and weatherproofing solutions for new construction, roofing maintenance, replacement solutions, restoration and repair services, and roofing materials in the industry.”
 
Vita-Mix Corp
“…manufacture the very best in high powered blending equipment.”
remanufacturing: 1) An industrial process in which worn-out products are restored to like-new condition. In contrast, a repaired product normally retains its identity, and only those parts that have failed or are badly worn are replaced or serviced. 2) The manufacturing environment where worn-out products are restored to like-new condition.
 
-APICS Dictionary, 11th edition; Online edition
 
Airfoil Technologies International
Since acquired by GE “…provides the finest repair technologies and services for fan blades, cold section compressor airfoils, cases, stators, knife edge seals, spacers and disks of commercial flight and ground based turbines.”
 
Eltech Systems Corporation / De Nora Tech
“…provides products and services globally based on electrochemical technology.”
 
Industrial Mold & Machine
“…a full service manufacturer of high tolerance innovative molds for many segments of the plastics industry.”
 
Keithley Instruments
“…designs, develops, manufactures and markets complex electronic instruments and systems..”
 
Vega Americas (Ohmart)
“For over 50 years, Ohmart/VEGA has provided industry-leading products for the measurement of level, density, weight, and pressure….Ohmart/VEGA is the inventor of the Nuclear level gauge, and is a world leader in accommodating applications involving radiation-based measurement.”
 
Vita-Mix Corp
“…manufacture the very best in high powered blending equipment.”