Backed by 75 years of experience, it is our mission to strengthen heat treatment through expert-driven solutions. We are committed to delivering proven technology for a range of applications that enable you to transform space exploration, improve titanium medical implants and develop more-efficient cars and jet engines. Harold Ipsen founded Ipsen in 1948 with a vision of creating products and technologies that continuously push the boundaries of innovation to create a future of thermal processing excellence. His commitment to advancing technology is the inspiration behind our vision for the future; a future where we continue to strengthen and accelerate innovations in almost every industry. At the core of our solutions are atmosphere and vacuum heat-treating systems, supervisory controls systems and predictive maintenance software platforms - all used in many mission-critical applications. This advanced equipment is developed for various industries, including Aerospace, Automotive, Energy, Medical and Tool & Die. You can also count on our responsive ICS (Ipsen Customer Service) Team to keep your equipment running at peak performance through upgrades, retrofits, parts, maintenance, service and training. With an extensive network of global locations and partnerships in America, Europe and Asia, along with representation in 34 countries, we continue to provide expert-driven solutions that strengthen heat treatment throughout the world.

Rockford Toolcraft Inc is the industry leader in heavy gauge stampings and high quality metal stamping dies. Rockford Toolcraft, specializes in designing and building heavy gauge stamping dies and running production metal stampings and assemblies. Large, heavy gauge stampings run from coil are one of the many factors that set us apart from your average job shop. Our strong tooling/engineering power have created many value added, in-press type operations that reduce labor costs and help our customers stay competitive in today's price driven market. Starting in 1976, we have grown from a two man tool and die shop to a two plant, over 350 skilled employee, modern progressive die and heavy gauge stamping operation. Our constant re-investment in technology, equipment and most important of all, skilled people, have made us a leader in our industry. Spanning two facilities, we have over 60 heavy gauge stamping presses up to 4400 tons, that offer transfer and coil capacities up to 1/2"​ thick and 60"​ wide. With our modern toolroom, more than 50 diemakers, 10 die designers, 3D CAD design and cutting edge "AutoForm"​ forming simulation software, we can assist you in your product designs, manufacture your prototypes, design and build your tooling and run your most challenging parts. If cost saving ideas, on time, high quality progressive dies and heavy gauge stampings are what you need, then you've come to the right place. Visit the rest of our website and give us a call today at (815)398-5507 to explore more about what Rockford Toolcraft has to offer. We look forward to serving you.

Downtown Springfield Inc. is the downtown business association (501c6) and nationally accredited Main Street organization dedicated to creating and supporting a vibrant neighborhood through collaboration, creativity, and leadership. Because a better Downtown means a stronger Springfield and Sangamon County.

Slidematic Precision Components is a IATF 16949:2016 / ISO 9001:2015 certified manufacturer of engineered cold headed specials headquartered at 1303 Samuelson Rd, Rockford, Illinois, United States. We are a third generation family owned and operated company and take pride in every aspect of our business. We strive to build relationships with our customers so that we can better understand their business and how we can help. In our 65+ years in business we have seen it all. Our experienced fastener engineers can offer design assistance to ensure that you are using the best options available. We are large enough to produce millions of parts per day for the largest of companies in all sectors, from automotive to agriculture. Yet, we are small enough to be able to react to your emergencies, quickly adapt our manufacturing and information systems to your new initiatives and provide you with the personalized attention you deserve. We encourage all current and potential customers to visit our facilities, they are clean, orderly and efficient. We believe this is a major factor in reducing injuries, enhancing employee morale and promoting a quality product. Slidematic can provide a single source for all of your parts: Cold Headed Specials, Screw Machined Parts, Rivets, Standard Fasteners, Springs, Stampings, Wire Forms and Assemblies We also have in place a variety of Fastener Management Programs to fit your needs. For parts you require on a consistent basis, we can implement a Blanket Order Stocking Program, where we keep product on our shelves to release to your schedule. We can also implement Consignment Programs, Bin Stocking and KAN BAN.

Maze Nails, the World's Largest Variety of Specialty Nails. Maze Group manufactures stainless steel, hot-dipped galvanized specialty nails, collated nails and copper nails.

Forge Resources Group (FRG) is a premier solutions provider offering custom manufacturing products. Solutions range from forgings, laser-cut, and hot-formed parts. Current operations include six manufacturing divisions located in Illinois and Michigan. We strive to develop strong relationships and produce excellent solutions in a timely manner. Our commitment to working alongside companies of all sizes and capabilities allows us to continue to expand our market growth. Recent initiatives include the acquisition of complementary product categories and continuing our pledge to vertical integration through the development of internal die shops. For further information on Forge Resources Group, visit our website at: Forgeresourcesgroup.com

Family owned and operated for 45+ years, Machinery Maintenance has supported the Midwest in all their maintenance and onsite repairs. In 1998, in order to provide to our customers the highest value and best services Machinery Maintenance, Inc. divided our operations into three separate entities. Machinery Maintenance, Inc. will remain our machine shop specializing in industrial maintenance and repairs (30,000 pound crane and mill table capacity and over 25,000 square feet of workable space). On Site Repair Services, Inc. will handle all "field"​ services and Valley Fabrication, Inc. will become our steel fabrication facility. All three facilities have 24/7 call out services. Machinery Maintenance services include but not limited to total rebuilds of gearboxes, hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders, machine tools, seals, compressors and blowers, pumps and much more. We are AWS certified and have an in-house AWS certified training facility to help grow our apprenticeship program and continue to give our customers the most innovative solutions out there.

Rockford Spring Company has been providing quality custom precision springs and wire forms for over half a century! Founded in 1952 and privately owned, Rockford Spring Company is committed to providing products and services that will meet or exceed your needs and expectations. We have been ISO 9001:2008 Registered since 1997. Rockford Spring Company values strong customer/supplier relationships and looks forward to developing a relationship with your company! With expert spring design assistance, friendly customer service, superior quality, and on-time delivery, Rockford Spring Company is the “easy to do business with” spring supplier. In many cases, we are the sole spring supplier to many of our customers. We can offer you the following: Complete spring design capability Rapid Prototyping State-of-the-art coiling technology Fourslide operations Secondary capabilities SPC and Quality Control Special packaging Compliance barcode labeling Cost competitiveness On-time delivery Kanban deliveries Unsurpassed quality

LJ Fabricators is committed to being the leader in custom and production metal fabrication. We focus on consistently meeting or exceeding our customer, statutory, and regulatory requirements by continually improving our processes.

Chem Processing, Inc. (CPI) is an ISO/AS certified, Nadcap accredited plating and coating facility supplying the aerospace, defense, heavy equipment and medical industries with premium finishing and research/development services. CPI specializes in engineering, tribological and corrosion resistant finishes, including electroless nickel plating, dry film lubricants, fluoropolymer coatings, hard/thin-dense chrome plating, cadmium plating, silver plating, zinc-nickel alloy plating and others. Precision and quality are the focus of our finishing services. Timely and thorough delivery of relevant engineering data is the focus of our research and development services.

Schebler Chimney Systems -- Commercial and Industrial Chimney Solutions Schebler Specialty Fab -- Contract Fabrication Services Schebler Heating & Air -- HVAC Solutions and Service The Schebler Company is an employee-owned, leading specialty manufacturing and services business with a strong history of fabricating high-quality products, components and sub-assemblies for a variety of markets. Each Schebler employee-owner is committed to maintaining successful partnerships with customers, suppliers and communities. Schebler products and services can be found throughout North America and in targeted global locations. The company has three distinct divisions that provide industrial chimney solutions, specialty fabrication services, residential and commercial heating/cooling solutions. Whether delivering a product or a service, Schebler strives to provide individualized solutions that meet the specific needs of its customers. Schebler Chimney Systems has earned the distinction of being the leading North American supplier of prefabricated, positive-pressure chimney solutions for venting boilers, generators and restaurant grease exhausts. Its UL Listed products, engineering services and short delivery periods provide the certainty of superior performance and safety, at an exceptional value. Schebler Specialty Fab provides contract fabrication services for a large variety of industries and material types. While they are well known for completing urgent high-quality limited-production or one-off projects, they are also highly recognized for performing extended-term production as an extension of their customer's business. The division is particularly proficient at producing complex fabrications made of stainless steel, aluminum, high-alloy and steel materials. Schebler Heating and Air is the premier HVAC supplier in the Quad Cities area for residential and commercial applications.