COVID Relief Program Averted Layoffs The COVID-19 pandemic, which started in the first quarter of 2020, resulted in an unprecedented downturn in the aerospace industry. To persevere through this challenging time and maintain our greatest asset – our people – CMI applied for and was granted financial support through various programs offered under
Columbia Manufacturing is proud to support our community through local sponsorships. In early May, we sponsored the RHAM Youth Baseball Spring Swing Golf Tournament at Blackledge Country Club in Hebron, Connecticut. This organization promotes and develops teambuilding and baseball skills to boys and girls in the regional Hebron, Andover, and Marlborough communities. Good luck to
One-on-One Interview with Made in America Podcast Robert Friedland joined CMI in 2018 with over 30 years of experience leading industrial manufacturing companies to achieve profitable growth and operational excellence. Over the last four years, he has applied lessons learned to guide our company to new heights.In this video interview, Rob talks candidly about his
Columbia Manufacturing is a proud sponsor of the Northeastern Shamrocks Boys Hockey team. The team is comprised of players from Rockville, Bolton, Coventry, East Hartford, RHAM, and Windham Tech high schools. Good luck in your 2021-2022 season!
Columbia Manufacturing CEO Robert Friedland talked with Ari Santiago on location at ACM 2021. The podcast begins two signature questions, what do you make and why do you make it.CMI is poised for unprecedented growth in 2022 and beyond. Navigating supply chain issues and workforce challenges require focus and innovation. As the largest employer in
In preparation for unprecedented growth, we have invested in upgrading our welding capabilities and capacity by acquiring and installing a new Jetline® automated welding system. This new capability increases efficiency and throughput while effectively utilizing resources. The welding system has a 360-degree reach of nine feet radially and can rise to 10 feet high.
CMI continues to grow with the addition of a 600-ton Hydraulic Press. The new equipment is the latest acquisition in the company’s ongoing commitment to strategic, proactive capital investments. The 100-square foot forming envelope can apply extreme force to create complex sheet metal shapes needed to fulfill several new long-term contracts requiring large forming
Thank you to everyone who stopped by to see us in Orlando. The CMI Aviation team was proud to be a part of MRO Americas, one of the top 100 tradeshows in the United States. The event was an excellent opportunity to meet with our customers and suppliers, including fellow ACM members Har-Conn and Richard
Columbia Manufacturing (CMI) has won three long-term Federal contracts awarded through the Defense Logistics Agency since November of 2020 with a potential value in excess of $4.5 million over five years. The contracts support Pratt & Whitney and GE Aviation engine military programs, including the TF33, the F414, and the F101. The parts manufactured
Come see Columbia Manufacturing in Orlando Florida from April 27-29, Booth #1307 MRO Americas 2021 is a hybrid event solution for attendees to join exibitors in person or virtually from anywhere in the world. We will showcase several of our overhaul and repair parts and be available to discuss how our unique MRO capabilities
