This year’s Virginia Manufacturing Gala, hosted by the Virginia Manufacturers Association (VMA) at the prestigious Virginia Museum of History and Culture, served as a showcase for the best in Virginia’s manufacturing industry. At this prominent event, Sumitomo Drive Technologies stood out significantly, earning Bronze in the Virginia Manufacturing Cup and capturing 1st Place in the Industrial and Commercial Machinery category with its Paramax 9000 reducer.
The Paramax 9000 is the cornerstone of Sumitomo's large industrial gearbox reducers, renowned globally for its robustness and durability. This speed reducer is designed to perform optimally in the most demanding environments, including industries like forestry, steel, and mining. Its capability to handle critical applications such as bulk material conveying, mixers, crushers, kilns, and cranes showcases the company's commitment to quality.
Support from over 53,000 votes highlights the industry’s recognition and public endorsement of Sumitomo's impact on the manufacturing landscape in Virginia. This year’s accolades reflect not just the company's achievements but its ongoing dedication to innovation and excellence in manufacturing. Sumitomo's success is supported by strategic advantages such as reduced average lead times, a substantial domestic inventory, and a dedicated team of engineers and manufacturers who are specialists in their fields.
At the gala, Sara Zimmerman, Vice President of Business Development at Sumitomo Drive Technologies, shared her thoughts. “We are incredibly proud of our products, especially this year’s submission. I want to take this opportunity to thank our employees, customers and suppliers who voted for us. We could feel the love tonight and are committed to providing the highest quality products with a 'cool' factor.”