Michelin North America
Since 1891, when Michelin brothers Édouard and André, who ran a rubber factory in Clermont-Ferrand, France, applied for their first patent for an easy-to-remove pneumatic bicycle tire that lent itself to quick repairs, Michelin has been revolutionizing the tire industry.
Specific Mechanical Systems
Specific Mechanical Systems Ltd., a Victoria, British Columbia-based company that designs, manufactures, and installs brewing and distilling equipment, has expanded its automation processes and market reach since it was profiled in November 2022 in Business in Focus magazine. In the face of significant technical challenges, the company has automated its already innovative distillation system.
Champ Industries
In just a few years, Champ Industries has seen a great deal of change come its way thanks to changes within and outside its walls. It currently has locations in Canada and the U.S., in Winnipeg, Manitoba and Jamestown, North Dakota respectively, and is doing better than ever with a renewed focus.
John W. McDougall Co.
One can tell a lot about a company by the company it keeps. When vendors become customers and customers become vendors, as they do at John W. McDougall Co. Inc., it demonstrates that premium solutions and customer satisfaction are paramount here. The processing division of John W. McDougall Co. Inc. is home to in-depth fabrication expertise which has customers, from across the United States and further afield, returning for more.
Dawson Metal Company
When designing buildings that leave a lasting impression, the look and quality of entrance doors can make or break the look of any façade. Building codes are becoming increasingly strict concerning energy preservation and safety, so installing architectural doors that perform optimally is a necessity rather than a luxury. Dawson Metal Company’s answer to this modern construction demand is its Transcend thermally broken entrance, launched this March.
SyBridge Technologies
‘Disruptive by design’ is SyBridge Technologies’ tagline. The Southfield, Michigan-based business is an industry pioneer in transforming the design and manufacturing journey, combining deep expertise in tooling and manufacturability with the latest digital advances. Constantly evolving to stay one step ahead, its goal is to help customers maintain leadership in their markets.
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Macrodyne Technologies
Already established as North America’s largest press manufacturer, Macrodyne Technologies, an expert in direct drive servo, spindle servo, and hydraulic presses, is looking to expand its capabilities, its reputation, and its influence overseas by breaking into new markets and applications with its world-class solutions, state-of-the-art technology, and deeply rooted engineering expertise.
Quest Industrial
Creating a successful business takes hard work, vision, and the readiness to enter unknown territory. In the early 2000s, robotics as a field was starting to take off across the United States, but in the Midwestern state of Wisconsin, few were involved at the time.
Mainway Handling Systems
Since its inception in 1988, Mainway Handling Systems has been at the forefront of creating innovative solutions through designing and installing conveyor systems and automated warehouse solutions. Located in Burlington, Ontario, the company offers comprehensive services, including systems design, installation, and integration for a diverse range of logistics customers. These customers span multiple industries, including warehousing, distribution, freight, parcel, 3PL, grocery, and manufacturing.
Selkirk Signs
Growing from a small family-owned business into one of the leading sign manufacturers in the industry, Selkirk Signs celebrates an impressive 40 years in 2024.
Makloc
For over 50 years, Alberta-based Makloc has served the building needs of customers in oil and gas, commercial and industrial, and the renewable energy sector. Known for quality, customer service, and on-time project delivery—no matter how far-flung the project—Makloc is a one-stop shop for both modular and field construction projects.
