For more than 30 years, OmniThruster has been known for developing patented waterjet maneuvering technology in Twinsburg, Ohio. Its systems serve vessel operators worldwide, including U.S. and Japanese naval customers, where dependable thrust in rough water and strong currents matters.
Hydraulic Marine Systems, IncFounded in 2004 and incorporated in Florida the following year, Hydraulic Marine Systems designs and manufactures hydrostatic-drive hydraulic thrusters that propel barges, construction platforms and other commercial vessels. Its patented Silver Tsunami self-contained thruster began the company’s product line, which later expanded to shallow-draft twin-thruster and custom PowerPack systems. HMS says its equipment operates in 15 countries across six continents and is made in the United States.WILLOUGHBY, OH
Marine Jet PowerFounded in Sweden in 1986, Marine Jet Power engineers and manufactures waterjet propulsion systems for vessels working in demanding conditions. Its Scandinavian-designed jets now power more than 900 vessels in over 100 countries, including military craft, ferries, workboats and hybrid-electric vessels. Marine Jet Power also supports shipyards and operators with propulsion engineering, controls and lifecycle service.BLACKLICK, OH
Jet Dock Systems, IncFrom its Cleveland manufacturing base, Jet Dock Systems makes specialized floating boat lifts and drive-on docking systems for watercraft ranging from personal watercraft to large boats. The company says it invented drive-on docking, and its patented modular design lets owners reconfigure or expand portable docks for changing water levels and demanding marine conditions. Jet Dock also operates a facility in Fort Lauderdale, Florida and distributes through dealers around the world.CLEVELAND, OH
Entratech Systems LLCStarted by designer and inventor Mike Richardson after water in his boat fuel nearly left him stranded on Lake Erie, Entratech Systems designs and manufactures electronic sensors and control assemblies in Sandusky, Ohio. The company has spent more than 40 years developing custom water-in-fuel and other protection solutions for OEMs, with patented designs and a turnkey operation that takes projects from engineering through U.S. manufacturing. Entratech operates an ISO 9001:2015-certified management system and is certified to ABYC standards.SANDUSKY, OH