Heidelberg Graphic Equipment contributes to the world's overall betterment by helping provide the tools for reading, or at least the machines to make the tools for reading. Heidelberg Graphic Equipment is the UK division of top global printing machinery firm Heidelberger Druckmaschinen. Heidelberg Graphic Equipment company, which operates under the name Heidelberg UK, provides printing and publishing companies with sheetfed and web-based printing presses, as well as related components and software. Heidelberg has been operating in and addressing the UK for more than 150 years.

Thermodynetics is not a hotter version of L. Ron Hubbard's Dianetics.Thermodynetics engages in the practical work of making products that can handle temperature changes. The specialty manufacturer offers tubing products supporting a wide array of heat transfer needs, including coaxial condensers, evaporators, and heat recovery systems. Thermodynetics, which operates through subsidiaries Turbotec Products PLC, Turbotec Products Inc., and National Energy Systems, makes products used in such industries as food processing, heating and air conditioning, and medical equipment. The company sells products across the US, and in Asia, Australia, Canada, and Europe.

Tomboy Tools company markets hand tools, power tools, and garden tools in the US, Canada, and the UK that are designed to appeal to women. Tomboy Tools uses a direct-sales approach, similar to Tupperware's and Avon's methods, with independent representatives hosting parties where women learn how to use the company's tools. They are designed to fit a woman's smaller hand and to be lightweight "but effective" (the company claims). Operated by an all-female staff, Tomboy Tools was founded in 2000 by executives Janet Rickstrew and Mary Tatum. It boasts a 13,000 sq. ft. distribution facility near Denver and publishes the Tomboy Tribune newsletter.

Foley is an authorized dealer/distributor for sales, rentals, and service of more than 300 types of new and used Caterpillar construction machines in New Jersey. Its lineup includes compact machines (backhoes, skid steers), paving equipment, wheel loaders, dozers, and excavators. The company also rents and sells diesel, gas, and bio-fuel power generation products, such as generator sets and cogeneration systems, as well as air compressors and dryers, marine engines, and mobile standby power units made by Caterpillar. Foley offers maintenance, repair, parts, and financing, too. Founded in 1957, Foley is owned and led by the Foley family.

AMTEC Precision Products, Inc. provides metal parts, molded plastics, and assembly services to mid-sized companies and enterprises in the United States. It manufactures precision machined components in various grades using steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and tungsten materials; and injection molded plastics, as well as offers mechanical, electro-mechanical, and electronic assembly services for metal, plastic, and electronic components. AMTEC company was founded in 1954 and is based in Elgin, Illinois. It has manufacturing facilities in Elgin and Rockford, Illinois. As of June 15, 2005, AMTEC Precision Products, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Ucal Fuel Systems, Ltd.

Mr. Thorpe's grandfather, Frederick William (F.W.), founded the business in 1936. F. W. Thorpe knows how many engineers it takes to design a light bulb. F. W. Thorpe company designs, manufactures, and supplies professional lighting systems for customers around the globe. Its Thorlux subsidiary focuses on industrial lighting; other units include Sugg Lighting (decorative lighting), Mackwell Electronics (emergency lighting), Compact Lighting (retail space lighting), and Philip Payne (emergency exit signage).

The Michelin Man may look like a marshmallow, but what he's selling is tires. Behind that fluffy white figure is one of the world's top tire manufacturers, Compagnie Generale des Etablissements Michelin, which produces more than 150 million tires annually for all kinds of vehicles. The majority of its sales are made from supplying replacement tires to the passenger car and truck markets. It is also a world leader in aircraft and earthmover tires. Michelin sells to both consumers and vehicle manufacturers. Included in its stable are brands recognized regionally (Kleber in Europe, Warrior in China) and worldwide (Michelin, BF Goodrich). Compagnie Generale company also publishes about 10 million maps and travel guides per year.

Global Power Equipment Group (GPEG) doesn't let global power go to its head, but to its bottom line. The company operates through several manufacturing and design businesses, supplying heat recovery and auxiliary power equipment to OEMs, as well as engineering and construction, and power generation and process industries. A service segment offers upgrades and maintenance services to utility and industrial companies. Auxiliary parts for natural gas-fired turbines are made under the Braden Manufacturing and Consolidated Fabricators brands, and heat recovery boilers under Deltak. Williams Industrial Services assists in nuclear and hydroelectric power plant maintenance. North America represents 90% of GPEG's sales.

ENGEL AUSTRIA GmbH company is one of the world's largest manufacturers of injection molding and plastics processing machines, with nine production plants in Europe, North America, and Asia, and subsidiaries in 27 countries. Among its products are machines designed to process elastomers or rubber compounds, which are used for sealing, sound proofing, and shock absorbing. ENGEL serves five main industries: automotive (instrument panels), packaging (buckets and CD/DVD cases), medical (syringe parts), teletronics (cell phone parts), and technical molding (screwdrivers, shower heads, and gardening tools). ENGEL AUSTRIA GmbH was founded in 1945 by Ludwig Engel and is still 100% family-owned.

Fraser Papers Inc. company has been one of the region's larger manufacturers of printing, publishing, and converting paper goods. Its lines include freesheet papers for converting, publishing, and industrial towels, lumber and studs, and wood by-products (chips, shavings, sawdust). Fraser operates a paper mill, in addition to two lumber mills and a pulp mill, established in New Hampshire, Maine, and Qu�bec. In 2009 Fraser and its subsidiaries filed for Chapter 15 bankruptcy protection. Fraser Papers company sold certain of its papers assets in April 2010 to Twin Rivers Paper, a company sponsored by Fraser creditors. Brookfield Asset Management owns a near 70% stake in Fraser.

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