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TruStone Financial Credit Union is a member-owned financial cooperative based in Plymouth, Minnesota. Founded in 1939 by eight educators, it has grown to become Minnesota’s second-largest credit union, serving members across Minnesota and Wisconsin through 13 branches. The credit union emphasizes financial education, reflecting its origins as a teachers credit union, and operates under a "For Life" philosophy that prioritizes long-term relationships with members and community prosperity. TruStone offers a range of services, including digital banking for account management, loans for auto, mortgage, and personal needs, as well as credit cards and investment products. It also provides business solutions such as commercial lending and business account services. The TruStone Foundation promotes financial literacy through partnerships and scholarship programs, supporting youth education in the community. The credit union continues to grow through strategic mergers and technological investments, enhancing its member services and operational efficiency.
Fisher Barton is a prominent manufacturing company with over 50 years of experience, founded in 1973 by metallurgist Richard L. Wilkey. Headquartered in Watertown, Wisconsin, the company has grown to employ more than 900 people worldwide. It operates as a group of independent manufacturing companies, including Fisher Barton Blades and Thermal Spray Technologies. The company specializes in materials and surface engineering, offering a diverse range of products such as industrial knives, lawnmower blades, agricultural knives, and thermal spray coatings. Fisher Barton is recognized for its metallurgical expertise, supported by an in-house lab that enhances product development and quality assurance. The company serves major clients, including John Deere, and has been acknowledged for its excellence in supply and innovation. Fisher Barton continues to focus on technological advancements and employee development to maintain its leadership in the industry.
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.