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Bullen Ultrasonics Recognized as Best Plants Finalist 2026

Bullen Ultrasonics, a leading expert in precision machining (specializing in advanced ceramics, glass, and other specialized materials), has proudly announced that its Miller Williams Facility in Eaton, Ohio, is among the finalists for the 2026 IndustryWeek Best Plants Awards. This distinction underscores the company's dedication to operational performance, effective automation innovation, and precision manufacturing that meets the increasing demands of critical industries like semiconductors, MEMS, aerospace, and defense.

Tim Beatty, the president of Bullen Ultrasonics, expressed pride in the team's hard work over the years to enhance the strength, efficiency, and consistency of their operations. According to Beatty, the nomination is a testament to the commitment of the employees and their continuous drive for improvement.

Established in 1990, the IndustryWeek Best Plants Awards is a prestigious program that honors North American manufacturing sites committed to elevating competitiveness and customer satisfaction while fostering positive work environments. The finalists will be assessed further, and winners are expected to be revealed in the summer of 2026.

The Miller Williams Facility serves a vital role in the manufacturing of components for high-tech applications that necessitate extreme precision—creating parts from exceptionally hard and brittle materials, which can be challenging to machine without sacrificing quality. As products evolve, becoming smaller and more intricate, the demand for highly precise components rises, thus necessitating manufacturers like Bullen Ultrasonics that can deliver on these stringent requirements.

Some key operational successes that led to Bullen's finalist recognition include:

• - Maintaining customer yield levels above 98%, with first-pass success rates exceeding 97%. This ensures reliability in producing complex precision components.
• - Achieving significant reductions in production cycle times by about 14% through dedicated continuous improvement initiatives targeting enhanced customer responsiveness.
• - Deploying customized automated and robotic ultrasonic machining cells that enhance throughput, precision, repeatability, and scalability.
• - Implementing real-time production data, automation, and RFID tracking systems, leading to fortified quality control and improved traceability.
• - Investing in employee training and development to foster advanced manufacturing capabilities at the Eaton site.

Since its opening in 2006, the Miller Williams Facility has continuously expanded its manufacturing capabilities to keep pace with the skyrocketing demand for advanced material machining. Over the last decade, Bullen has experienced an impressive 250% revenue growth while consistently investing in production equipment and workforce development.

Beatty further stated, "This recognition from IndustryWeek validates the hard work our team has dedicated to improving our practices. We are proud of our progress and remain committed to investing in our staff, technologies, and capabilities to better serve and support our customer base and the industries we cater to."

For more information about the finalists for the 2026 IndustryWeek Best Plants Awards, you can visit the official IndustryWeek website.

About Bullen Ultrasonics

Founded in 1971 and backed by more than 50 years of industry experience, Bullen Ultrasonics specializes in precision machining of advanced ceramics, glass, and specialty materials. Utilizing proprietary ultrasonic and laser-based technologies, the company achieves micron-level accuracy while minimizing risks of microcracking and contamination. Their vertically integrated operations include in-house tool design and custom automation, providing streamlined processes from prototyping to large-scale manufacturing. Bullen is also notable for its certifications such as ISO 9001 and AS9100, showcasing its commitment to quality and regulatory standards in the aerospace, defense, automotive, and medical sectors. To learn more, visit Bullen's official website.