ELMO USA Corp. carries a century-old Japanese technology heritage into North America, where it has operated since 1973. Best known for pioneering document cameras, the company now develops AV and IT solutions chiefly for classroom use, with its technology also serving professional settings.
AywonFrom a former 1896 silk factory in Hazleton, Aywon manufactures visual display boards, cases, and cabinets for schools and institutional customers. This American-owned family business has made its products in the United States since 1954, with more than half of its production employees staying five years or longer. Aywon is the primary supplier of chalkboards, whiteboards, and related products to New York City Schools and also customizes products to required sizes and configurations.BROOKLYN, NY
AVRoverKnown for pioneering mobile classroom solutions, AVRover designs and manufactures educational technology in Buffalo, New York. Its secure, shareable carts help schools bring presentation and teaching equipment where it is needed rather than fixing it to one classroom. The company also applies lean manufacturing practices and recyclable packaging to its production.BUFFALO, NY
AV Mounts USAAs a woman-owned small business in Central Pennsylvania, AV Mounts USA manufactures over-the-board mounts for interactive flat panels and other smart-learning equipment. Designed by installers, its U.S.-made mounts fit over existing chalkboards and whiteboards, helping schools add classroom technology without removing the underlying boards or disturbing potentially hazardous materials. The company also develops custom mounting solutions and has its products third-party tested for performance and safety.MECHANICSBURG, PA
Canare Corporation of AmericaFounded in Nagoya, Japan, in 1970, Canare Corporation of America manufactures professional audio and video interconnect solutions, with a specialty in cable and connector systems for broadcast and other A/V work. Its 1977 low-noise microphone cable helped establish the company in the industry, and today Canare’s portfolio includes solutions for 12G-SDI, SMPTE hybrid-fiber camera systems, and networked A/V installations. The company operates as part of a nine-location global organization and supports projects ranging from stadium broadcasts to concert and broadcast facilities.NEW YORK, NY