1. Defense & Homeland Security
Sector Profile
Defense and Homeland Security
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The Macomb Strategic Advantage Imagine Macomb
w Imagine a county with nearly 500 companies performing Defense and Homeland Security companies find a strategic
defense contract business advantage in Macomb County, Michigan that exists nowhere
w Imagine a county with over $16 billion in defense business else in North America - our exceptional engineering, R&D and
transacted between 2000 and 2007 advanced manufacturing capabilities.
w Imagine a county that represents almost 65 percent of the This strategic advantage is a direct result of over 100 years
defense business in Michigan of meeting the exacting standards of the automotive and
w Imagine a county with more than 30,000 workers engaged in defense industries. Over the decades, literally thousands
engineering, research and development of manufacturers have established this infrastructure while
w Imagine a skilled county workforce over 400,000 and access perfecting their advanced manufacturing methods and processes.
to 2.7 million workers throughout the region
Today, companies
w Imagine a region that is ranked second in the nation in R&D located in
spending
Macomb County
w Imagine a region that files over 3,000 patents annually are capitalizing
w Imagine a region that grants almost 100,000 college degrees on the highly
every year skilled workforce,
w Imagine a region that grants master’s and Ph.D.s at a rate infrastructure and
almost twice that of the national average vast supplier network
that only exist here,
w Imagine a region with 41 colleges and universities that allowing them
graduate more than 10,000 degreed engineers and
to operate more
technicians a year
efficiently and provide
w Imagine a region with a 79 percent retention rate for new quality products and
engineering graduates services.
w Imagine a county providing the benefit of over 100 years of
infrastructure, innovation and ingenuity As a result, our
companies are
better able to diversify and gain access to new markets. This
growth would not be possible without the manufacturing,
engineering and R&D know-how found in Macomb County and
the surrounding Detroit region. Manufacturers in Macomb County
are leaders in the technology and knowledge-based economy of
the region.
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3. Federal, State, Regional & Local
Agencies and Organizations to
Support You:
• U.S. Army Tank-Automotive Research, Development and
Engineering Center (Warren)
• TARDEC’s National Automotive Center (Warren)
• U.S. Tank-Automotive and Armaments Command (Warren)
• TACOM’s Cold Weather Research Lab (Warren)
• National Institute of Industrial Technology
• National Defense Industrial Association
• Michigan Infragard Members Alliance
• Michigan’s Technology Tri-Corridor - Homeland Security
• Macomb County – Oakland University Incubator (Sterling
Heights)
• Automation Alley - Defense Center
Michigan Military Facilities: Military vehicle testing at Lawrence Technological University’s Center for
Innovative Materials Research
• Selfridge Air National Guard Base (Harrison Township)
• US Army Garrison – Detroit Arsenal (Warren)
• Alpena Combat Readiness Training Center
• Battle Creek 110th Fighter Wing
• Battle Creek Federal Center
• Michigan National Guard Training Center
Research Programs at Michigan Colleges & Universities
The Department of Defense and other federal agencies Michigan Technological University
sponsor millions of dollars in defense and homeland w Remote Sensing & Environmental Monitoring Institute
security related research in the state. Innovative research w Blue Marble Security Laboratory
in advanced engineering, life sciences and small tech (such
as nanotechnology and MEMS) are becoming increasingly Oakland Community College
important to the defense and homeland security industries. w Combined Regional Emergency Services Training
(CREST) Center
Central Michigan University w Information Technology for Homeland Security Program
w Encryption Protection Program
Oakland University
Eastern Michigan University w Product Development & Manufacturing Center
w Center for Regional & National Security w Fastening & Joining Research Institute
w Coatings Research Institute (CRI) for Military Equipment
Protection University of Michigan
w Michigan Center for Public Health Preparedness
Kettering University
w Institute for Advanced Vehicle Systems
w Fuel Cell Laboratory for Defense Applications
w MURI Center for Intelligent Electronics
Lawrence Technological University
w Center for Innovative Materials Research (CIMR) for w Terrorism & Preparedness Data Resource Center
Defense Applications Walsh College
Michigan State University w Information Assurance Center (National Center of
Excellence)
w CyberSecurity Laboratory
w Composite Materials & Structures Center for Defense Wayne County Community College District
Applications w Michigan Institute for Public Safety Homeland Security
Certificate Program
w National Food Safety & Toxicology Center
w Center for Remote Sensing & Geographic Information Wayne State University
Systems w Institute for Information Technology for Homeland
Security
w Smart Sensors & Integrated Micro Systems
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4. A Strong and Diverse Business Base Helps Macomb County Defense
& Homeland Security Companies Grow
The following world-class companies and facilities call Macomb County home.
General Dynamics
The General Dynamics Land Systems (GDLS) facility in Sterling product and customer base to include armored vehicle systems
Heights, Michigan is leading the design and development of in the medium and light weight classes.
manned ground vehicles for the U.S. Army’s Future Combat
Systems program. GDLS is a wholly owned subsidiary of The company has seen strong job and revenue growth over the
General Dynamics Corporation. With over 82,000 employees last decade because of the access to highly skilled engineering,
worldwide, General Dynamics designs and builds armored research and skilled trade talent coming out of the automotive
vehicles and subsystems for the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corps, industry and Michigan colleges and universities. In 2000, GDLS
and international customers, and is the defense industry’s largest had 1,460 employees as part of operations in Macomb County
supplier of armored military vehicles. with revenue of $950 million. In 2008, the employee population
had grown to 2,682 employees and revenue exceeded $4.6
Its Sterling Heights and Shelby Township facilities are the billion.
epicenter for engineering research, development and the
technological innovation that keeps General Dynamics Land “To compete successfully for the next generation of programs
Systems in the forefront of the U.S. Army’s armored force within the U.S. defense industry, you need state-of-the-art
modernization programs. The research and development technical facilities, the brightest engineering and research talent
performed at the complex has allowed GDLS to broaden its available and the support of your local and state based economic
development organizations,” said Peter Keating, Vice President,
Communications, “We have
all those advantages here in
Macomb County, in addition to
being down the street from our
major client, the U.S. Army Tank-
Automotive and Armaments
Command.”
BAE Systems
With major operations across five continents and customers and The new Sterling Heights engineering and technology center
partners in more than 100 countries, BAE Systems is one of the will be the catalyst in developing the next generation of manned
world’s largest aerospace and defense companies. Their annual and unmanned ground vehicles for the future. In consolidating
sales exceeded £18.5 billion (US $34.4 billion) in 2008 and their operations to Sterling Heights, BAE Systems recognized three
global workforce is over 100,000. major advantages that Macomb County had to offer:
BAE Systems is currently in the process of consolidating • A rich pool of highly experienced automotive engineers and
its operations in Michigan by redeveloping the former TRW designers
Automotive Holdings Corporation plant on Van Dyke Avenue • The close proximity to TARDEC, the U.S Army’s Tank
in Sterling Heights. When completed, the approximately $40 Automotive Research, Development and Engineering Center
million facility with 200,000 square feet of office space will house • Available land to build a new state-of-the-art engineering and
600 engineers and project managers as part of the Land & technology center with an integrated vehicle test track
Armaments operating group.
The new facility will help BAE Systems’ Land & Armaments
The Land & Armaments operating group is a global leader in the operating group stay at the forefront of future ground combat
design, development, production and service support of armored system developments.
combat vehicles, such as the Bradley Combat System and the
RG33 Mine Resistant Ambush Protected vehicle, as well as
naval guns and missile launchers, artillery systems and intelligent
munitions for the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Navy and
U.S. Coast Guard.
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5. Burtek
Burtek Incorporated, located in Chesterfield Township, is one their requests for funding and training grants. Macomb
of the world’s leading engineering and manufacturing defense Community College has also been a great partner in establishing
contractors. Burtek’s forte is in the design, manufacture, a curriculum that trains Burtek workers for flawless execution in
and assembly of ground-based, mobile military equipment. their job functions.
Approximately 90 percent of Burtek’s sales are for equipment and
services used by the U.S. military or their prime contractors. Burtek is dedicated to having the best trained workers in the
defense industry and spends up to $500,000 per year on
Burtek’s dedication to excellence and their concentration on the employee training. Robert Kegerreis, Burtek’s Vice President
defense industry has driven the company from just over 12,000 of Corporate Planning and Strategy said, “One of the really
square feet of manufacturing space in 1993 to their current nice things about Macomb County is the availability of highly
205,000 square foot campus. Their revenue and employee skilled workers that are eager to improve themselves through
population have also grown dramatically over the last decade. our rigorous training program. This is how we create world-class
In 2004, Burtek’s revenue was $12 million with 64 employees, in workers and a world-class operation.”
2008 revenue grew to just under $90 million with 390 employees.
Burtek is a firm believer in finding the right employees and
training them to be world-class. When your
product or service could directly affect the
lives of our military servicemen and women,
every job is extremely important. Burtek has
appreciated the support that Macomb County
and the Michigan Economic Development
Corporation have given them in facilitating
General Purpose Vehicles
General Purpose Vehicles (GPV) in New Haven, Michigan is GPV’s modular chassis and cab now provides fire organizations
a single source manufacturing facility covering all aspects of and rescue authorities enhanced capability to negotiate difficult
metal fabrication. Since 2001, GPV has been designing and terrain, high water levels and severe weather with its expanded
manufacturing armored security and combat wheeled vehicle and versatile maneuverability. Such a level of intervention is
solutions, as well as a platform for tactical and commercial currently not offered by any other manufacturer.
modular trucks.
“The diverse and experienced workforce available in Macomb
GPV vehicles are the embodiment and reflection of decades County has allowed us to grow in our niche of the industry. Even
of automotive experience and knowledge. With over 30 years though we are a relatively small company, we can produce a
of vehicle systems experience and field performance, GPV’s quality vehicle that can give first responders the equipment to
innovative technology provides a proven, reliable, and deliverable save lives in this unpredictable world,” said Dale A. Romeo,
alternative to the ever changing mission roles facing the armored GPV’s Director of Business Development – Law Enforcement.
tactical and commercial wheeled vehicle market.
Combining the skills and experience of GPV’s personnel and
supplementing them through collaboration with proven strategic
partners has created a company with unique capabilities. This
knowledge base has produced a wheeled platform of vehicles
which has been developed and manufactured to exceed the
requirements of military, homeland security and law enforcement
as well as emergency “first responder” capabilities.
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6. Global Tooling Systems
Global Tooling Systems (GTS) is a publicly-held full-service for the GTS expansion. “When you add it all up, the incentives,
company providing design, engineering, and tooling services the manufacturing expertise of the area and the highly trained
to the aerospace, military vehicle and space system industries. workforce, our decision to stay in Macomb County was easy,”
GTS’s clients include, BAE Systems, Boeing, Cessna Aircraft, said Ron Bellestri, Executive Vice President of GTS.
GKN Aerospace, Goodrich, Gulfstream Aerospace, Lockheed-
Martin, Northrop Grumman and Sikorsky Aircraft, to name a few. GTS is investing $17.2 million in the new facility which will add
approximately 184 new direct jobs and nearly 200 spin-off jobs
Because of GTS’s continued growth, the company needed to in the area. The move will allow GTS the opportunity to continue
expand their production capabilities. After looking at locations in to work on major projects in the future, like the new Boeing 787,
Texas, Washington, California and Georgia, the company chose F-35 Joint Strike Fighter and the next generation of NASA’s
to stay in Macomb County and moved their 250 workers to a Space Shuttle. The move will also allow the company to continue
215,000 square foot facility in Macomb Township. to grow their revenue, which was over $50 million in the last fiscal
year.
The incentive to stay in Macomb County was helped by a $2.2
million tax break from the Michigan Economic Growth Authority.
In addition to the tax break, the Michigan Economic Development
Corporation proposed to spend up to $90,000 for company job
training and Macomb Township approved an additional tax break
Models & Tools
Models & Tools, located in Shelby Township, is one of the $2 million and Shelby Township offered a personal property tax
premier commercial, space and defense aircraft tooling suppliers abatement for five years. “This is exactly the kind of company
in the country. Since their beginnings in 1974, Model & Tools we want to relocate to Shelby Township,” said Township Trustee
has strategically changed their business model from 100 percent Michael Flynn. “These are the kinds of jobs we want here in
automotive to nearly 100 percent defense and aerospace Shelby. They are engineering and skilled-trade types of jobs.”
business.
The incentives, along with Macomb County’s highly skilled
To position Models & Tools for further growth in the sector, the engineering and manufacturing workforce will allow Models &
company needed additional specialized manufacturing space. Tools to continue to grow. Company CEO, Jeff Cunningham
After months of due diligence and negotiating with other regional greatly appreciated the assistance in the expansion, “The
economic development organizations, Models & Tools chose a expansion will allow us to offer our customers the same
115,000 square foot manufacturing facility in Macomb County. excellence that they are used to at more competitive pricing,
The move represented a 150 percent expansion over their which will allow us to expand our work force with the additional
previous facility and will help Models & Tools increase their projects we will be awarded. It’s a win for all involved; our
workforce in the future to over 100 employees. customers, the State of Michigan, Macomb County, Shelby
Township, and Models & Tools.”
Macomb County was integral in organizing the relocation plans
for Models & Tools. The county worked with the state and
the township to provide additional incentives. The Michigan
Economic Growth Authority provided a state tax credit valued at
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7. U.S. Army Tank Automotive Research, Development and Engineering
Center (TARDEC)
TARDEC, located in Warren, Michigan, is the nation’s laboratory skills of partner organizations to enhance innovation and fill
for advanced military automotive technology and was started technology gaps.
in the early years of World War II to allow the U.S. military to
tap into the automotive design and engineering talent pool in RDECOM employs more than 1,200 people in Macomb County
Macomb County and the southeast Michigan area. and the Southeast Michigan area and is committed to serving the
Current and Future Joint Forces with ground system technology
Since 2007, TARDEC has been undergoing a transformation from sustainment, systems engineering and integration excellence.
a confederation of talented entrepreneurs into a cutting edge, In an era of persistent conflict, RDECOM strives to ensure that
systems engineering-focused organization. The new organization our war fighters will always be the most lethal, survivable and
named Research Development and Engineering Command sustainable fighting force on earth.
(RDECOM) will provide integrated high-technology solutions and
capabilities-focused subject-matter expertise – while also serving TACOM, the U.S. Army’s Life Cycle Management Command is
as the lead systems integrator for the Department of Defense also headquartered in Warren, in partnership with the Army’s
manned and unmanned vehicle systems. Program Executive Offices. TACOM is one of the Army’s largest
weapon systems research, development, and sustainment
A key component to RDECOM’s success is the way they engage organizations. Their mission provides and sustains mobility,
industry, academia, governmental agencies and other research lethality, and survivability for soldiers, other services, and
facilities through enterprise partnerships. Creating collaborative our Allies through ground combat, automotive, marine and
environments allows RDECOM to utilize the talents and research armaments technologies.
Selfridge Air National Guard Base
Selfridge Air National Guard Base is one of the busiest, most Aircraft assigned to the 127th Wing include the A-10 Thunderbolt
diverse reserve forces military installations in the United States and the KC-135 Stratotanker. The Coast Guard flies the HH-
dedicated primarily to the training of the Air National Guard 65 helicopter and the Michigan Army National Guard flies the
and Reserve Force components of the military services, with a UH-47 Chinook helicopter from Selfridge’s airfield. The CBP’s Air
growing presence from the Department of Homeland Security. and Marine Wing flies a variety of small fixed-wing aircraft and
helicopters.
The 127th Wing (Air National Guard) is the host organization at
the base. Tenant units include Michigan Army National Guard, Selfridge encompasses almost 700 buildings, one runway at
separate Joint Reserve intelligence and robotic units, and active 9,000 feet, over a million square yards of taxiway, paved aircraft
duty Army components such as the Joint Combat Support parking ramps, thirty-nine miles of paved roads and seven miles
Systems; Navy Operations Support Center (reserves); Marine of railroad track. The working population of the base is currently
Wing Support Group-47 headquarters, Marine Support Squadron 450 on active duty, 820 civilian employees and 4,500 reservists
471-Det B; 1st Battalion 24th Marine Regiment; Coast Guard Air and guardsmen.
Station-Detroit; US Border Patrol; Customs and Border Protection
Great Lakes Air and Marine Wing.
These organizations are all part of Team Selfridge, working
together to make the best possible use of resources and training
opportunities to enhance the readiness of all units to fill their roles
in the nation’s defense.
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8. Macomb-Oakland University DC3 / Macomb Regional
Business Incubator Procurement Technical
Macomb Assistance Center
County, Oakland
The Macomb Regional Procurement Technical Assistance Center
University,
is one of 11 regional centers state-wide operating under the
and the City of
MEDC’s Defense Contract Coordinating Center. The mission of
Sterling Heights
these agencies is to increase the number of Michigan companies
have developed
winning federal contracts.
a strategic plan
which has lead to the designation of the Macomb Technology DC3 works proactively to increase the number of prime contracts
Advancement SmartZone. As part of the SmartZone, the partner awarded to Michigan companies by promoting Michigan
organizations have established the Macomb - Oakland University businesses to buyers and contractors, and creating from among
Business Incubator. these companies ready supply-chain clusters.
Macomb-OU INC and the Macomb Technology Advancement The Macomb
SmartZone will provide the State of Michigan with an important Regional PTAC,
foothold in two key industry sectors: Defense and Advanced in its role, leads
Manufacturing. The business incubator will also further position all Michigan
Macomb County as a leader in the state in the defense and centers in
homeland security industries. successfully
bringing defense
Among the several leading contractors for the federal
contracts
government located in the county are, most notably, General
to local
Dynamics Land Systems, BAE Systems, and Burtek. As
companies.
top employers, these companies are deeply invested in the
Their
community, including recent investments totaling more than $53.2
procurement
million reflecting retention of more than 300 jobs and up to 1,000
specialists
jobs created.
partner with
By providing additional space for research and development qualifying
activities, Macomb-OU INC offers existing companies the businesses to
supplemental resources necessary to spin-out new ventures familiarize them
and further advance the region as a center for new business with the details
innovation. of government
contracting and
Oakland University and specifically, OU INC will play integral its processes,
roles in the development and management of the business and help these
incubator. Commercialization efforts will benefit significantly from businesses
comprehensive access to OU faculty, research staff, and the to obtain and
twelve existing OU centers and institutes. OU INC will extend its perform on federal,
business model and most successful practices and innovations state and local
to Macomb-OU INC to include the replication of a innovative contracts.
decision support system known as a “collaboratory.”
The Macomb
The incubator will also help to retain and attract young Regional PTAC
professionals. A recent press release from the Mid Michigan can assist your company throughout the entire pre-award to post-
Innovation Center, a mixed-use business incubator in Midland, award procurement process, including:
stated the average salary for employees within the incubator is
• registering to become a government contractor
$54,000, significantly higher than the current state average of
$33,000. Making technology-based jobs available in population- • identifying bid opportunities
dense Macomb County will help to retain these highly sought- • simplifying the bidding process
after young professionals. • expediting payments through electronic invoicing
This culmination of the SmartZone designation and the • assisting with post-award evaluation of your submitted
operational business incubator is in line with the State of contract and/or award.
Michigan’s long-term strategies for job retention and creation,
and will fill the critical void that exists in Southeast Michigan -
a significant driving economic force for the State.
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9. Automation Alley Defense Center
Automation Alley, Michigan’s Automation Alley also provides consultation on the Small
largest technology business Business Innovation Research Program (SBIR). The SBIR
association, and Macomb is a highly-competitive grant program that encourages small
County have joined forces in businesses to explore their technological potential and provides
a synergistic effort to promote the incentive to profit from its commercialization.
defense and homeland
security business opportunities In addition to the potential funds available through the SBIR
in the county. Automation program, Automation Alley will be reviewing new technologies
Alley’s Defense Center in specifically targeted to the defense industry. These technologies
Macomb County is a one-stop may qualify for additional seed money directly from Automation
resource for financing, supplier Alley.
information, and consulting
in the defense and homeland
security sectors.
Automation Alley works closely
with the National Automotive
Center (NAC). The NAC is the
Department of Defense/U.S.
Army’s focal point for collaborative
ground vehicle research and
development. The NAC, located
at the Tank-automotive and
Armaments Command (TACOM),
is an integral part of the U.S.
Army Tank Automotive Research,
Development and Engineering
Center.
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10. Macomb County’s 100 Leading Defense & Homeland Security
Companies Based on Contract Volume From Calendar Year
2000 to 2007
Company $ Volume Defense Business Concentration Areas in Macomb County
GM GDLS Defense Group, L.L.C. __________________ 7,550,118,288
GM GDLS Defense Group, L.L.C., Jv _______________ 7,173,770,011
Campbell-Ewald Company (Inc.) ___________________ 480,878,179
General Dynamics Land Systems-A _________________ 247,726,722
Xmco, Inc. ______________________________________ 77,963,302
Minowitz Manufacturing Co. ________________________ 70,299,963
General Dynamics Land Systems-B __________________ 67,271,695
Greene Metal Products, Inc. ________________________ 63,583,591
Lanzen Fabricating, Inc. ___________________________ 50,419,401
Technology Ventures, Inc. __________________________ 43,696,969
Saturn Industries, Inc. _____________________________ 37,277,323
Applied Manufacturing and Engineering, Int. Inc. ________ 31,582,944
Dan’s Excavating, Inc. _____________________________ 17,313,044
Majestic Metal Fabricating Co. ______________________ 12,134,923
The Bell Co. ____________________________________ 10,160,271
AV Technology, L.L.C. ______________________________ 8,881,380
Greg Construction Co. _____________________________ 8,795,812
General Purpose Vehicles, L.L.C. _____________________ 7,732,130
Triumph Gear Systems - Macomb, Inc. ________________ 7,682,320
Clark Brothers Instrument Company, Inc. _______________ 7,420,454
Midwest Tube Fabricators, Inc. _______________________ 6,484,433
U.S. Defense Services, Inc. _________________________ 6,285,408
Midwest Gear & Tool, Inc. ___________________________ 5,530,124
Troy Tube & Manufacturing Co. ______________________ 5,501,056
Shuert Industries Sales, Inc. _________________________ 5,362,067
Rave Computer Associates _________________________ 5,128,664
Supreme Gear Co. ________________________________ 4,666,777
North American Controls, Inc. ________________________ 4,642,340
Warner Electric Holdings, Inc. ________________________ 3,978,729
Fairlane Tool Co. __________________________________ 3,789,582
Angelo Iafrate Construction Co. ______________________ 3,783,922
Caratron Industries, Inc. ____________________________ 3,505,369
Integreted Concepts&Research Co. ___________________ 2,644,401
Gentz Industries, L.L.C. ____________________________ 2,593,462
Skyline Construction (2000), Inc. _____________________ 2,421,470
Rauhorn Electric, Inc. ______________________________ 2,407,725
Wilson-Garner Co. _________________________________ 2,112,655
Solid Defense, Inc. ________________________________ 1,984,767
A & R Hydraulic Services L.L.C. ______________________ 1,903,901
Chardam Gear Company, Inc. _______________________ 1,867,159
Bay Electronics, Inc. _______________________________ 1,724,542
RSE, Inc. ________________________________________ 1,710,708 Corporate Express Office Products ______________________ 377,110
Action Wood Technologies, Inc. ______________________ 1,675,232 Coordinated Defense Supply Systems, Inc. _______________352,182
Miba Hydramechanica Corp. ________________________ 1,590,124 Sensordata Technologies, Inc. _________________________336,465
Ti-Coating Inc. ____________________________________ 1,378,199 Little Buildings, Inc. __________________________________317,054
A.G. Davis Gage & Engineering Co. ___________________ 1,297,179 Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites ____________________________306,747
International Star Corp. _____________________________ 1,113,531 Industrial Metal Sales L.L.C. ___________________________304,910
AV Technology ____________________________________ 1,099,123 Top Craft Tool, Inc. __________________________________297,675
Schena Roofing & Sheet Metal Co. ____________________ 1,088,761 Profab Sheet Metal, Inc. ______________________________283,248
Autoexcell L.L.C. ____________________________________997,475 Cedroni Associates, Inc. ______________________________255,877
Alpha Construction & Development _____________________969,822 Motion Industries, Inc. ________________________________255,588
E & R Industrial Sales Inc. _____________________________935,845 Thread-Craft, Inc. ___________________________________251,031
Wolverine Broach ___________________________________892,609 Conner Engineering Co, Inc. ___________________________250,520
Burtek, Inc. ________________________________________859,565 B&M Machine Rebuilders, Inc. _________________________244,000
Associated Consultants of Tech ________________________856,230 Proto-Tek Mfg., Inc. __________________________________223,918
Macomb Sheet Metal, Inc. ____________________________815,299 A Plus Tree Experts, Inc. ______________________________221,036
Ancard Industries, L.L.C. _____________________________772,427 National Case Corp. _________________________________219,029
Formsprag Company _________________________________746,931 Paul W Marino Gages, Inc. ____________________________215,430
American Aircraft Parts Manufacturing Co. ________________730,974 Aero-Tech Communications, Inc. _______________________ 209,211
C Davis Roofing, Inc. ________________________________726,150 Systems Integration Specialists Company, Inc. ____________208,717
General Dynamics Land Systems-C _____________________717,444 GFC Industries, Inc.__________________________________203,844
Modulated Metals, Inc. _______________________________694,024 B & B Production L.L.C. ______________________________196,582
Al Long Ford, Inc. ___________________________________672,805 Spiritech, Inc. ______________________________________188,876
Diversified Wire & Cable, Inc. __________________________ 591,511 Quality Packaging Systems ___________________________187,328
Romeo-Rim, Inc. ____________________________________553,035 American Heller, Corp. _______________________________183,912
Gage Bilt Products Corp. _____________________________552,301 Indicon Co. ________________________________________168,817
Bernco, Inc. ________________________________________509,250 Sterling Inn, Inc. ____________________________________168,313
Jem Computers, Inc. _________________________________ 426,113 Ti Group Automotive Systems, L.L.C. ____________________159,150
Par-Kut International, Inc. _____________________________409,837 Norbert Industries Inc ________________________________152,765
B and B Machining Co. _______________________________397,610 AIS Construction Equipment Corporation _________________147,124
Michigan Rubber & Gasket Co. _________________________388,133
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11. Quality of Life – Imagine Macomb
Imagine an amazing place to live, learn, play and thrive. Imagine a “University Center” where colleges and universities from
a county with 27 of the safest communities in the United States. throughout the state offer baccalaureate and masters level
Imagine a county where people make their homes in family courses. Shaping our students to be global leaders in the 21st
friendly suburbs, along the spectacular shoreline of Lake St. century is a key to all our curriculums.
Clair, in rural villages and townships and in downtowns. Imagine
a county that enjoys some of the highest home ownership rates When it comes to enjoying life, the county offers a myriad of
in the country. Imagine Macomb County, Michigan. recreational opportunities. Outdoor enthusiasts have abundant
opportunities to enjoy the four seasons. As the first in the state
With 836,000 residents and nearly 28,000 businesses, Macomb to develop a countywide master plan for trails, a network of
County offers its residents the opportunity to experience a great non-motorized travel routes is under development with 236 miles
quality of life. If you are looking for an outstanding place to already in place. Our parks include some of the finest maintained
raise a family and build a business, there is nowhere finer than by the Huron Clinton Metro Park Authority, and more fishing
Macomb County. occurs on Lake St. Clair than anywhere else in the Midwest.
The county is blessed with 31 miles of fresh-water shoreline,
Macomb is one of the fastest growing and most stable counties
180 inland lakes, more than 30 spectacular golf courses and
in the state. Recognized for its deep, diverse and growing
12,000 acres dedicated to recreational pursuits.
economy, Macomb is one of just a few counties in the nation
to earn the highest possible credit rating of from both Moody’s For those who like to spend their leisure time in less strenuous
Investors Service (AAA) and Standard & Poor’s (AAA). Award- activities, our venues host internationally acclaimed entertainers,
winning programs developed by county government help to our malls feature the nation’s most popular retailers and there are
insure that citizens and businesses have access to innovative loads of places to eat, drink and enjoy the good life.
services and programs. And, Macomb maintains one of the
lowest tax rates in the state. We encourage you to learn more about Macomb County by
visiting our Website at www.MacombBusiness.com
We are committed to providing some of the best educational
programs in the nation. Many of our schools hold the coveted
distinction of “Blue Ribbon” as designated by the Michigan
Department of Education. Macomb Community College, the
second largest in the state, was the first in the nation to establish
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12. Access to Capital $16 Billion Reasons to Look at
The Macomb County Department of Planning and Economic Macomb County, Michigan
Development will help your company find potential sources of
Skilled in the practical application of advanced manufacturing
capital and financing.
methods, processes and technologies, Macomb County has
Michigan Business Tax Credit - Passed in 2008, the new emerged as a world leader in advanced manufacturing, and
Defense Contracting Michigan Business Tax Credit will help the engineering and R&D that are integral to the manufacturing
companies receive federal contracts from the Department process. The physical and intellectual infrastructures that
of Defense, Department of Energy and the Department of exist here are a direct result of 100 years of innovation in
Homeland Security. the development and production of those products that have
established the Detroit region as “The Automotive Capital of the
Through the Michigan Economic Growth Authority (MEGA), World” and this country’s “Arsenal of Democracy”.
companies awarded federal contracts, may also be awarded a
refundable tax credit against their Michigan Business Tax liability. The Macomb County Department of Planning and Economic
Development offers services that meet the ever-changing needs
Michigan Venture Capital Association – Established by of our businesses. In today’s pursuit of economic development,
venture capital and private equity investors in the state, the the reality of a global economy has states, regions, and
Michigan Venture Capital Association (MVCA) is the state’s communities focusing intently on their competitive advantage.
premier public policy advocate for the private equity/venture
capital industry. MVCA works to promote entrepreneurship and Our competitive advantage is to align our most productive
private equity investment. services, as well as those of our vast partner network, to support
business expansion and attraction activities specific to the
Venture Capital – In four years alone, over $694 million in Defense and Homeland Security industries.
venture capital has been invested in more than 100 businesses
in Michigan. For new targeted industry initiatives, the state has
created the $150 million Venture Michigan Fund to catalyze
investment in early-stage firms operating here. With the matching We achieve this by:
requirement, this initiative will attract an additional $450 million in
capital to Michigan for investment in promising new companies. • Providing direct, personalized services to our existing
Defense and Homeland Security companies – both
Angel Networks – Aimed at helping companies with early stage small and large - for the purpose of increasing their
competitiveness and profitability
seed financing, Michigan is fortunate to have three active Angel
Networks: The Great Lakes Angels, The Grand Angels and The • Fostering new partnerships and cutting-edge programs to
Ann Arbor Angels. address the changing needs of the industry
• Attracting new and diverse businesses that will benefit
Traditional and Non-Traditional Financing – Macomb County from our integrated supplier network, engineering, R&D
can help companies secure SBA 504 and 7A Loans, as well and manufacturing capabilities, thus further enhancing the
as Tax-Exempt Revenue Bond financing through the Macomb county’s competitive advantages
County Economic Development Corporation. The Automation • Assistance in finding suitable properties – based on client
Alley Technology Center, can also assist with accessing specifications – for purchase or lease
non-traditional and unique sources of financing and capital. • Consultation regarding a variety of development and tax
incentives that make Macomb the most cost effective choice
State Incentives / Tax Credits – Michigan has a wide variety
• Links to pertinent (and often cost-free) workforce screening
of incentives and tax credits for qualified companies. The
and training programs
department provides expert assistance to eligible businesses
seeking to obtain property tax abatements from local • Market entry support to help determine what type of North
communities. Staff also offers consultation to those businesses American presence is right for each business
qualifying for the state’s premium incentives, such as the MEGA • Business and marketing plan development for start-up and
programs. established businesses
• Guidance for quickly moving through state and local
permitting and approval processes
Contact us today for more information on the Defense and
Homeland Security Industries in Macomb County, Michigan.
Macomb County Department of Planning and Economic Development
Administration Building
1 South Main Street, 7th Floor
Mount Clemens, Michigan 48043
Phone Number: 586-469-5285
E-mail: planning@macombcountymi.gov
Defense and Homeland Security Visit: www.MacombBusiness.com
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