Family-run for six generations, Röders TEC is a more-than-200-year-old Soltau company whose identity spans traditional craftsmanship and precision engineering. It is known for lead-free pewter shaped by both Bauhaus-era and contemporary design, while its industrial work includes milling machines used in demanding manufacturing around the world. More than 3,500 Röders machines have been installed in over 50 countries.
Equipment Technology IncFamily-owned since Rus Smith founded it in 1976, Equipment Technology Inc. has grown into a custom machine builder and precision machining shop serving manufacturers nationwide. Smith’s sons, Glen and David, now lead engineering and sales, while the company’s patented compact-disc packaging systems and more than 400 machines reflect its long history of solving unusual production-line problems. ETI also maintains relationships with some of its earliest customers.PECKVILLE, PA
Jerl Machine IncFamily-owned Jerl Machine, founded by Bob Brossia in 1974, grew from a garage shop into a Perrysburg, Ohio manufacturer now guided by the company’s second and third generations. Its 80,000-square-foot facility serves industrial customers with precision machining and custom metalworking, backed by ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D certification. Jerl also preserves the Abbey Etna rotary swager tradition after acquiring that established line in 2002.PERRYSBURG, OH
Swanson-Erie CorporationSince Oscar Swanson founded a precision tool-and-die shop in Erie in 1919, Swanson-Erie Corporation has grown into a builder of automatic assembly, processing and inspection machinery. The fourth generation of private, closely held ownership now combines a century of machine-design experience with modular platforms and robotic systems, including its Agilemation™ hybrid approach. Swanson machines have been installed in more than 40 countries and support manufacturers across more than 30 industries.ERIE, PA
Hartman Enterprises, IncThree generations of the Sweet family have owned and operated Hartman Enterprises, a Oneida company known for precision machining since 1973. Its people produce tightly specified parts for demanding applications, with AS9100 certification and more than 25 years of continuous ISO 9001 certification.ONEIDA, NY