When emergency situations occur, reliable communication is the key for a quick response. For over 40 years, Cornell Communications has provided its clients with the products and customer service they need for emergency communications.

Cornell Communications
Delivering Ingenuity in Emergency Response TechnologyWhen emergency situations occur, reliable communication is the key for a quick response. For over 40 years, Cornell Communications has provided its clients with the products and customer service they need for emergency communications.
Conelec Electronic Manufacturing
A New Breed of EMS SupplierFor over thirty years, Conelec Electronic Manufacturing has been offering electronic manufacturing services (EMS) for a variety of industries, including industrial, medical, commercial, and aerospace / defense / security.
Westport Manufacturing
Canada’s Premier Manufacturer of Window Coverings and MoreWith its new facility and a full complement of cutting tables and sewing equipment, Westport Manufacturing is Canada’s largest supplier of window coverings, bedding and other related products for the hospitality, healthcare and commercial markets in North America.
Metcan Industrial Corp.
Celebrating 25 Years with International ExpansionSince its incorporation a quarter century ago, Metcan Industrial Corp. has proven itself to be a recognized leader in the production and distribution of high-quality, custom-blended synthetic slag for use by the steel industry.
Seal & Design Inc
Done Right, Done on TimeSeal & Design, a leading manufacturer and distributor of die cut gaskets, seals, o-rings, and molded rubber products, is one of the fastest growing companies in the industry. By pairing quality products with the promise of efficiency, Seal & Design is making its mark on North American manufacturing.
Lakeside Plastics Limited
A Range of Molding CapabilitiesIn business, to be the best year after year takes skill, experience and a team of employees with an unwavering commitment to superior customer service…
Air Lift
Suspension Specialists and So Much MoreAir Lift is a specialty company that has been developing dependable suspension products since 1949. Air Lift products are sold worldwide and are engineered to fit in more than 540 vehicles. Business in Focus spoke with President Kevin Mehigh to find out more.
AMI Attachments
Innovative Attachment SolutionsAMI Attachments manufactures a wide range of market leading attachments for excavators, backhoes, wheel loaders and other heavy construction equipment. Industry insider Steve Frey founded the company in 2001 after recognizing a gap in the market…
FalconRidge Oil
Reinventing the PayzoneFalconRidge is an oil and gas enhancement company that is revolutionizing how we think about drilling. In the oilfield, the payzone is the rock in which petroleum products are found in quantities worth drilling for. When it comes to the payzone, “dead” or low performing wells are a cost which many have come to think of as an inevitable, but FalconRidge’s Terra Slicing Technology is here to change that.
TSG Energy Services Ltd.
Complete EPC ServicesTSG Energy Services Ltd. was created with the vision of becoming the number one niche provider of engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) services to the oil and gas sector. The company remains firmly committed to working closely with customers for the successful on-time and on-budget delivery of all projects while keeping respect for the environment and aboriginal culture at its heart.
Acden
Servicing Alberta’s Oil SandsWith a history going back over two decades, Acden has proven itself to be a highly successful service partner to oil sands producers in Alberta. Proudly owned by the Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation (ACFN), Acden is active in a number of areas.
Powerstroke Well Control
Quality, Safety and InnovationPowerstroke Well Control was incorporated in 2004, aiming to fill a void in the oil and gas industry’s rapidly expanding Underbalanced Workover and Completion market in Northern Alberta and B.C.
Sampson County, North Carolina
Perfectly PlacedSampson County, North Carolina is perfectly placed for business. Located in the southeast corner of the state and bordered by both I-95 and I-40, the community is a short drive from large metropolitan markets, two deep-water ports, two international airports, military bases, and world-class universities.
The City of Yakima
Washington State’s Best Kept SecretThe city of Yakima, Washington, located in the Yakima Valley on the eastern side of Mount Rainier, is a dynamic and vibrant community with a bounty to showcase, economically speaking. The natural beauty of the area paired with the ideal climate makes Yakima an ideal location for the economy and the community to flourish.
Robeson County
An Ambitious Today, A Bright TomorrowA skilled labor force, a low cost of living, affordable real estate, a generous tax incentive program and an unbeatable location are just a few of the reasons that make Robeson County, North Carolina a great place to do business.
City of LaGrange, Georgia
A Prime Location, Ready for BusinessLocated an hour southwest of Atlanta, LaGrange, Georgia enjoys an ideal location in addition to a diverse economy and high quality of living. The city of 30,000 sits at the crossroads of Interstate 85 and Interstate 185, providing direct access to surrounding cities and two major ports.
West Allis, Wisconsin
The City at the HeartLocated in the heart of the Milwaukee metropolitan area, the city of West Allis, Wisconsin is a first-rate industrial suburb, with a lot of offer and a rich industrial history. With a number of family friendly neighborhoods, a thriving business community and a naturally beneficial location from which to grow, West Allis has a lot to offer those who choose to live, work, invest and visit.
District of Mission, B.C.
A Forward-Thinking VisionThe district municipality of Mission, B.C. is situated in the Lower Mainland, on the banks of the Fraser River with proximity to both urban centres and the American border, making it perfect for business while its beautiful surroundings backing onto scenic mountains and lakes make it ideal for recreation or to call home.
Laurens County
Opportunity AwaitsLaurens County is an area with an abundance of opportunity for businesses seeking expansion or relocation. As a “gateway to the upstate” of South Carolina, Laurens has seen substantial industrial growth in recent years, a testament to the area’s developing infrastructure and growing significance in the wider national market.
Craven County
Economic Development and Collaborative SuccessCraven County is located in rural North Carolina, along the East Coast of the United States, with the beach only thirty minutes away depending on where in the county you are. With a vibrant culture and a diverse economy for a county of its size, Craven County has a lot to offer those who choose to live, work, and visit its natural beauty and coastal escapes.
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City of Sun Prairie, Wisconsin
Across the country, small but growing communities are working hard to invest in local infrastructure to sustain the growth that is taking place. This is particularly true of the city of Sun Prairie, Wisconsin, a suburb of Madison that has gone to great lengths to take advantage of the growth and opportunity that presents itself.
Twin Cities Development Association
Founded in 1985, Twin Cities Development (TCD) supports economic growth within Western Nebraska. The association is always eager to welcome new businesses and supports newcomers like family, TCD Executive Director Jordan Diedrich reports. This support includes connecting talent and industry, providing housing options, offering site selection assistance, and supporting economic development projects.
MMP Architects
Consistency, continuity, and quality have been central to the success of MMP Architects Inc., based in Winnipeg, Manitoba and founded nearly a century ago. In addition to its impressive heritage and sharp design skills, the company has a technology-savvy attitude, low staff turnover, and a customer-friendly ethos.
Harrison Homes
Finding a general contractor who understands how to efficiently design and construct a residential community that achieves the financial goals of the client can, at times, be easier said than done. Harrison Homes takes a commercial approach to residential developments, providing optimized solutions that maximize their clients’ return on investment. They achieve this by offering a robust portfolio of services, powered by an A-list team of professionals and hand-picked subcontractors that excel at creating quality spaces for people to call home.
Viking Masek
When Leonhard Packaging Solutions (LPS) was founded by Robb Leonhard and his older brother Rick in 2002, the company started small, with Rick serving as President and Robb filling the role of Vice President. The brothers had the drive and talent for finding the right people and empowering others, a quality they brought to the newly formed business. In the next few years they brought in RC Huhn and Scott Miller to the ownership team. Both brought strong skill sets that complemented the team.
Chick Machine Company
Chick Machine Company is celebrating its 52nd anniversary as one of Pennsylvania’s most well-known and reliable machine shops. The company’s story began in August 1971, with its namesake Jim Chick realizing his vision on roughly 300 acres near the city of Butler, part of rural western Pennsylvania. The business was an idea Chick had after he left a machining position in the area to pursue his fortunes. This decision coincided with a business venture by friends of his, who had just started a local precision laser company, now a multi-billion-dollar outfit in nearby Saxonburg.