The Florida Chamber of Commerce has announced the top four finalists in its “Coolest Thing Made in Florida” competition. The contest is intended to highlight the significance and range of the state’s manufacturing sector, drawing participation from voters throughout Florida.
The semifinalists represent different areas of industry. Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions from Alachua County manufactures large underground mining loaders equipped with both diesel and electric power systems, exporting these machines to countries such as Mongolia and Indonesia. Chromalloy, based in Palm Beach County, designs and produces jet engine replacement parts for aerospace engines, with design work done in Palm Beach Gardens, casting in Tampa, and machining in Oldsmar. Blue Wind Technology from Brevard County assembles wind turbine nacelles using advanced composite materials; their products are used to cool over 3 million homes and contribute to sustainable energy efforts. Arthrex, located in Collier County, focuses on orthopedic surgical innovation with its DualCompression Hindfoot Nail implant that aids bone healing through a responsive nitinol core.
“These finalists demonstrate the extraordinary talent, innovation, and global competitiveness of Florida manufacturers,” said Mark Wilson, President & CEO of the Florida Chamber of Commerce. “From aerospace and energy to healthcare and heavy machinery, these companies are helping grow Florida into a top 10 global economy.”
Voting for the final round will take place from September 10 to September 23 at CoolestThingMadeinFlorida.com. Each voter may cast one vote per day for their preferred product.
The winner will be announced on October 28 during the Florida Chamber’s Future of Florida Forum (F3) and Annual Meeting in Orlando. Those interested can register for the event at FLChamber.com/Future-of-Florida-Forum using promo code COOLESTTHINGMADEINFL10 for a discount.
The Florida Chamber of Commerce is recognized as a leading business organization representing employers, chambers of commerce, and associations across the state. For over a century, it has worked to create economic opportunities and support job growth within Florida.