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AirBoss of America Corp. is a leading developer and manufacturer of advanced custom rubber compounds and finished rubber products. Founded in 1989 and headquartered in Newmarket, Ontario, Canada, the company operates multiple facilities in Canada and the United States. Originally known as IATCO Industries Inc., AirBoss has grown from manufacturing segmented tires to providing innovative solutions in industrial rubber products, personal protective equipment (PPE), and survivability solutions. The company offers a diverse range of products across various industries. This includes rubber compounds for automotive, heavy industry, and construction, as well as PPE for military, law enforcement, and healthcare professionals. AirBoss also develops survivability solutions, such as rapid deployment negative pressure isolation shelters. With a focus on quality and innovation, AirBoss serves customers in automotive, healthcare, defense, and industrial sectors, ensuring safety and reliability in their products. The company operates through several subsidiaries, enhancing its capabilities in rubber compounding and defense-related solutions.
Smardt Chiller Group is a global leader in oil-free centrifugal chiller technology, focusing on high-efficiency HVAC solutions for commercial, industrial, and institutional applications. Founded in 2005 by Roger Richmond-Smith and Ron Conry, the company has over 25 years of experience in magnetic bearing compressors and oil-free systems. Smardt operates manufacturing facilities in Canada, the USA, Australia, Germany, and China, with more than 10,000 chillers installed worldwide. The company offers a range of products, including water-cooled, air-cooled, and evaporative-cooled chillers, as well as customizable modular systems. All chillers utilize oil-free centrifugal compressors with magnetic bearings, which enhance energy efficiency and reduce maintenance needs. Smardt also provides custom engineering, global support for installation and maintenance, and energy efficiency consulting to help clients optimize their systems and reduce carbon footprints. The company serves various industries, including government facilities, pharmaceutical manufacturing, data centers, and hospitals, emphasizing reliability and sustainability in its solutions.
Biesse Group is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of machinery, integrated systems, components, and software for processing various materials, including wood, glass, stone, plastic, and metal. Founded in 1969 in Pesaro, Italy, the company has grown into a multinational enterprise with around 4,400 employees and a presence in 12 industrial sites and 39 subsidiaries worldwide. Biesse is listed on the STAR segment of the Italian Stock Exchange and exports 90% of its production. The company offers a wide range of solutions, including CNC machining centers, drilling machines, and automated systems tailored for different materials. Biesse emphasizes innovation and sustainability, investing €14 million annually in research and development and holding over 200-250 patents. Its advanced technologies incorporate AI and IoT, supporting industries such as furniture, construction, automotive, aerospace, and shipbuilding. Biesse also provides training and demonstrations through its global network of showrooms and campuses.
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