You probably don't realize air compressors are virtually everywhere! In fact, they're a utility just as vital as electricity and gas. In a factory, on a job site, or anywhere in need of clean air, there’s a reason Sullair has been a leader of compressed air solutions for over 50 years. Founded in Michigan City, Indiana in 1965, Sullair has since expanded into a broad international network ready and able to serve customers around the world. Sullair has offices in Chicago and facilities in the United States and China – all ISO 9001 certified to assure the highest quality standards in manufacturing. Sullair was one of the first to execute rotary screw technology in air compressors. They made history by teaming up with Dow Chemical to produce one of the industry’s longest-lasting compressor fluids. Now, Sullair is part of the Hitachi Industrial Equipment Systems Co., Ltd. compressor portfolio, making their machines famous for their legendary durability. In 2018, Sullair introduced and expanded two new major lines for both their stationary and portable air compressors, proving their dedication to finding ways to advance and incorporate new features into their technology. As the industry moves forward, Sullair will always be at the forefront with quality employees, innovative solutions, and air compressors that are built to last. Stay tuned to get an inside look at Sullair. You don't want to miss this!        

JLG Industries lifts people up – literally. Celebrating 50 years, JLG is the world's leading designer, manufacturer, and marketer of access equipment. We're in Maryland at JLG's headquarters, celebrating the company's 50th anniversary. After JLG founder John L. Grove left a successful crane manufacturing company that he co-founded, he learned of a pressing need for a machine that could safely and quickly lift workers in the air to perform construction and maintenance functions. So in 1969, he pioneered the access industry from its early beginnings by manufacturing the first aerial work platform. With a crew of just 20 workers and a small metal fabrication shop in McConnellsburg, Pennsylvania, the first JLG aerial work platform was sold in 1970. When Grove passed away in 2003, he left behind a legacy—a company that continues to expand into other global markets, developing innovative products and reaching out to help customers be more productive and work more safely. Plus, JLG provides training on service, safety, and parts to effectively prepare someone before using any equipment. Construction site safety should always be top of mind, and at JLG, they provide everyone in the access industry with the courses they need to be well-informed and compliant. Stay tuned as we learn more about this cutting-edge company, which produces everything from low-level, ladder replacement products, to the industry's highest boom lifts at 185 feet—all of which provide safer access at all heights.            

We're off to Durham, North Carolina, to visit the facilities of Prescient. We're revealing the latest technology used in the construction of multi-unit residential buildings.

On this edition of Inside the Blueprint, we're taking a closer look at four cutting-edge companies offering the latest construction innovations. First up: We're getting an inside look at Sullair, a leader of compressed air solutions for over 50 years. Next, we're off to Durham, North Carolina to visit the facilities of Prescient. We're revealing the latest technology used in the construction of multi-unit residential buildings. JLG Industries lifts people up –– literally. Celebrating 50 years, JLG is the world's leading designer, manufacturer, and marketer of access equipment. We're in Maryland at JLG's headquarters, celebrating the company's 50th anniversary.