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SMITH TOOL AND DESIGN   |   Lean, ISO 9001, Quality
Since 1979, Smith Tool and Design, a small, 16-employee, high-tech manufacturing facility located in the foothills of the north Georgia mountains, has been supplying its customers in industries as varied as medical, dental, cryogenics, automotive, electronics and aerospace with CNC machined parts, components and assemblies. Learn more

PRECISION PRODUCTS, INC.    |   ISO 9001
David Davis founded Precision Products, Inc. 17 years ago to make high precision extrusion parts for the carpet industry. Today, the family-owned business makes original equipment manufacturer (OEM) replacement parts for industries as varied as textile, food and beverage, automotive, medical, aerospace, military and power generation, in addition to reverse engineering parts. Learn more

BEAULIEU    |   Energy, Compressed Air, Boiler, Steam Systems
Beaulieu of America, a leader in floor covering, was founded in 1978 and is based in Dalton, Ga. It has since grown to become the third largest flooring manufacturer and the largest carpet-only maker in the world. As a privately-held company, it employs more than 5,600 associates in more than 26 facilities and offices across North America and around the globe. Annual sales top $1 billion. Learn more

DELTA METALS    |   Market Penetration, Market Research
Delta Metals, a Savannah manufacturer of commercial and industrial sheet metal products was established in 1959 and is southeast Georgia’s largest sheet metal and roofing contractor. Delta Metals operates three divisions: sheet metal fabrication, roofing and industrial maintenance. Learn more

BOSTIK    |   Energy, Compressed Air
Bostik is a world leader in adhesive and sealant manufacturing. In 2008, the company employed 5,000 people across 48 manufacturing sites and 12 research centers, and generated nearly $2 billion in business. In Calhoun, Ga., the company operates a 23-employee facility. Learn more