A global supplier of implantable silicone material for critical healthcare and medical devices, the company offers a complete line of high-purity silicones, including gels, adhesives, sheeting, elastomers, dispersions, and custom formulations. Chamberlain said Applied Silicone products are manufactured using the most stringent quality control that ensures the company remains at the forefront of the world marketplace.
Bendpak received the Reinvention/Repurposing Award; since 1965 the company - wholly owned and operated by Don Henthorn and then known as QMA - quickly gained a reputation as the premier manufacturer that specialized in precision machine work.
“Today,” said Chamberlain, “Bendpak is the world’s leading producer of lifting systems, pipe-benders and air compressors with a global commitment to ‘never settle’ for providing anything less than the best.” Bendpak Controller Russell Stoltz accepted the award.
Automotive Racing Products received the Velocity Award - Delivering a Steady Stream of New Products to the Market Place; in 1968 racing enthusiast Gary Holzapfel realized that many of his friends’ broken engines were caused by fastener failure and there were no commercially available studs and bolts up to the challenge.
“Already experienced in manufacturing,” said Chamberlain, “Gary founded ARP,” literally in a backyard garage workshop, “which now carries virtually every fastener found in an engine and driveline... and they also own the famous Hozy’s Grill,” adjacent to ARP. Director of Sales Chris Rasky accepted the award for ARP.
Hely & Weber received the Global Reach Award; Jim Hely and Jim Weber, who have almost 80 years combined experience in the orthopedic and sports medicine industry, formed a company in 1992 that evolved from a local distributor to an international brace and support manufacturing and distribution corporation. The company proudly remains family-owned and operated.
Weber, said Chamberlain, “Could not attend today, but,” like the other recipients noted it was an honor to be recognized and thanked the chamber.