It's time to talk leadership. Let's take a look at Quality’s Leadership Survey.

Darryl: Starting off at number five…

Michelle: The view from New Vista looks bright as the company is seeing demand in new markets. Although traditionally in automotive today, the company's focus on expanding the aerospace defense and medical, the company is ISO 9001 certified, and they often receive repeat customers.

Darryl: Luther and Emery Snyder started the company in 1916. Today, Littlestown Foundry is even making parts for the solar industry. The quality inspection department might be one person, but 97 people are inspecting a part along the way. For companies who are looking to improve quality, the company says ISO is a big factor.

Michelle: Smiths Detection may not be a household name, but you have likely used one of their products. Next time you go through airport security. Look at the x ray screening machine. The company's main product is x ray screening machines, both in the TSA lines as well as the lower level of the airports.

Darryl: Not many companies doing business today have been around since 1797. Höganäs has! Today, the metal powder company has about 2,300 employees and offers more than 3,500 products in October 2024. The company celebrated 25 years in North America.

Michelle: And for number one, Garlock Sealing Technologies has been around for more than 130 years. Today, the company uses lean techniques such as Kaizen and five s, as well as Six Sigma to reach their continuous improvement goals. They manufacture sealing solutions with an emphasis on safety, longevity, and productivity.

Darryl: And if you'd like to brag, or complain, about what your company is up to, you can find us on LinkedIn, Facebook, or X, or just send us an email. For a full list of our 2025 leadership rankings, check out Michelle's article in our February issue or online at quality mag.com.

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