Oconomowoc Manufacturing Corporation and Talmafastener

Ingenious.

Is it possible the solution you're looking for doesn't exist yet? Absolutely. And our desire to be an extraordinary resource for you – regardless of the challenge at hand – drives us to innovate, create and never simply assume we already have your product in a box.

Consistent.

For decades we've succeeded in applications where accurately determining the end use life capacity has included asking (among other questions), "how many children do you have?" Click for more.

Durable.

As proven in applications where shutting down a line due to performance issues is simply not an option. Click for more.

Credible.

"Neither snow nor rain nor dead of night" has stopped Ocononomowoc from helping the United States Post Office deliver for more than 20 years. Click for more.

Versatile.

From the customizability of a bearing or fastener to integrating commodity items into cost-saving and value-added assemblies, the ability to adapt to new challenges has fueled our success. When given the opportunity to perform, almost without fail the response is "Wow, I didn't know you could do that."

Entrusted.

As evidenced by our many long-term relationships, our customers believe in our capabilities and how we stand behind our product – including one with more than a century-and-a-half of tradition. Click for more.

Creative.

It's one of our primary resources, and the very thing that enables us to make something long considered "the best" even better and more affordable. Click for more.

Expert.

Of course we manufacture to exact specifications requested. We've also been known to realize unexpected improvements as well. Click for more.

Reliable.

Whether working with one of our Fortune 500 customers or the small family shop, we believe that how our people interact with you is just as important as the performance of our products. That a handshake carries as much importance as a signature. And that a well-handled issue is more important than boastful claims of infallibility.

Skilled.

In less than four months, and with a true spirit of customer and supplier partnership, we helped transform a concept into a revolutionary product. Click for more.

Valuable.

Our "no stone left unturned" creative approach to product and value improvement has been the catalyst for our growth, saving our customers time and money in the process. Click for more.

Strong.

Producing parts that work well is fundamental. Producing parts that allow for bragging rights is just plain fun. Click for more.

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OMCO Receives Prestigious 2003 Wisconsin Manufacturer of the Year Award

GE Medical Systems, Sargento Foods also Honored

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA, 26 February 2004 - The Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) business lobby today announced that Oconomowoc Manufacturing Corp. (OMCO) has received one of five Wisconsin Manufacturer of the Year Grand Awards for overall outstanding achievement in the Small Company category, taking this year's top honors for companies with fewer than 100 employees.

OMCO, a leading U.S. manufacturer and supplier of motion products, including unground bearings, ground bearings, integrated bearing assemblies, conveyor system components, casters and wheels, and certain other manufactured components used for applications in the Material Handling, Sliding Doors & Partitions, Furniture, Food & Beverage Equipment, and Automotive industries, finds itself in prestigious company, as the WMC also announced that GE Medical Systems – Information Technologies has received an unprecedented two Grand Awards in the Mega and High-Tech categories.

"These Wisconsin companies have positioned themselves to grow as the economy rebounds," said James S. Haney, President of the WMC. "They have made a commitment to keep manufacturing jobs right here in Wisconsin, and have established themselves as community and global leaders."

This is the third time that OMCO has been a recipient of a Wisconsin Manufacturer of the Year Award, having previously received awards in 1992 and 1989, but not in the top Grand Award category. In 2003, among other things, OMCO earned ISO 9001:2000 certification, doubled the size of its facility, was issued its first patent, increased sales by 40.0%, and lowered product costs, all without eliminating jobs.

Donald E. Sydow, OMCO's Chairman and Chief Executive Officer who has been with the company for almost 40 years, and Kyle C. Stoehr, OMCO's President, accepted the award on behalf of OMCO's employees at a black-tie banquet held at Milwaukee's Pfister Hotel. An independent panel of judges, including leaders in business, government, education and the business media, evaluated the nominations.

Click here to read a related release from WISCONSIN MANUFACTURING AND COMMERCE

Click here to read a related article from the MILWAUKEE JOURNAL SENTINEL

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