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For me the most important part is really enjoying what I do in business. I am a mechanical engineer and moving into manufacturing was the natural step.
A few years ago, I looked at my bank account and realized that I could go out and get a new Bugatti Veyron. So I bought an Amada Laser. Last year I looked at the bank account and realized I could go out and get a Citation X. So I started looking for a larger plant.
I could easily take a lot more out of the company than I do. The fun part now is growing it. Adding new equipment,looking for companies for sale that would fit.
Lastly,we are very diversified. The plastics division makes over 800 different products for over 150 different customers. The metals division does nearly 500 products. Our biggest customer is 4% of our sales. I look back and it turned out I actually had a lot more patience than I ever thought I could have. It's been a lot of baby steps so far and a lot more baby steps ahead.
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