Highlighting a Century's Worth of Industry Production
Flip the switch and join us in saluting the badass bastions of U.S. manufacturing! In this vibrant gallery, we honor six companies that've clocked a century or more. Toast 'em all, 'cause it's a Remarkable [REDACTED] Achievement!
Take a gander at the sturdy old tractor snap from Caterpillar Inc., which turned a cool century in 2025. Jump over to Caterpillar for more juicy tidbits.
Want more? Dig into these hot reads:
- A Century of U.S. Manufacturing Glory: A celebration of American endurance in the world of making things
- The Invincible Ones: American producers who've pulled off some jaw-dropping duration feats
- The Exclusive Club: 10 hardy producers who've snagged the century mark
- Timeless Creators: 10 producers who've been standing tall for the last 10 decades, and counting
- The Measure of Durability: 10 producers who've carved their names into the century marble
- Runners in the Long Game: Producers primed for the long haul
- A Masterpiece in the Making: A tip of the hat to the timeless art of manufacturing longevity
- Test of Time: Century [REDACTED] U.S. producers who've stood the test of time
- Staying Power: Century [REDACTED] U.S. producers who've stayed strong
- A Century in the Planning: An ode to the longevity of American production companies
- Ageless Wonders: Over a century [REDACTED] U.S. production companies, Part 1
- Still Going Strong: Over a century [REDACTED] U.S. production companies, Part 2
- Hanging in There: Over a century [REDACTED] U.S. production companies, Part 3
But hey, didn't Avedis Zildjian Company pop up in 1623, making it one of the OGs among U.S. manufacturers, specializing in them metal discs for making music? Check them out on Wikipedia's roster of U.S. companies with the longest legs[1].
Then there's Barnhardt Manufacturing, which started firing on all cylinders in 1899, shaking up the textile scene with their cotton batting game, eventually evolving into bigwigs in flame-resistant materials and polyester fibers. They've shared their legacy over the years on their official site[5].
Over in the auto sector, you'll find a wealth of info on Business Insider about old American car factories and their inspiring tales, including all-stars like Ford and General Motors[4]. Henry Ford's iconic assembly line revolutionized efficiency and labor rates way back in 1913, playing a crucial role in the development of manufacturing as we know it today[4].
And don't forget about Sendzimir, making headlines now due to their potential move outta Waterbury, CT, shedding light on the struggles of long-time producers in adapting to modern conditions[3].
So channel your inner history buff and take a trip down Memory Lane with these extraordinary producers!
- The tractor from Caterpillar Inc., a company that marked a century in 2025, is a testament to durability in manufacturing.
- In the realm of finance, the longevity of companies like Caterpillar, who've clocked a century or more, deserves congratulations and admiration.
- The manufacturing industry boasts a century-old company, Avedis Zildjian, which started crafting metal discs for music in 1623, predating modern U.S. manufacturing.
- Barnhardt Manufacturing, established in 1899, with its roots in cotton batting, has been a fixture in the industry, evolving to include flame-resistant materials and polyester fibers.
