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system components for aircraft engines , industrial turbines , power generation , and mobile industrial equipment for the aerospace and industrial markets .

With a 150-year history , the business is renowned for its expert knowledge and resources . It has come to be relied upon for solving issues associated with global efficiency initiatives , from reducing emissions and increasing energy efficiency to helping customers implement alternative energy sources .

“ Our business is split into two segments – industrial and aerospace – both of which produce motion controls for the respective industries ,” begins Michael Benner , Senior Vice President of Operations for the Aerospace

segment . “ To put it simply , we make motion controls for the engine as opposed to the engine itself . It all started in 1870 when Amos Woodward , our original founder , began with his creative invention of an improved noncompensating governor waterwheel .

“ Quickly fast-forward 50 years to the 1930s , and Woodward began to develop a string of innovations within the growing aviation industry . At that time , the industry was facing increased market demands , resulting in the company expanding its product line to include diesel engine controls and aircraft propeller governors . Our business grew tremendously , especially in the Rockford , Illinois , area .

“ Then , during World War II , the turbo jet engine was invented in Britain and gradually made its way to the US . GE Aerospace ( GE ) was a key industrial partner for developing the jet engine in the US and we ’ re fortunate to still

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