It just seems, to a degree, like the stars are aligned in our favor.

Notwithstanding a handful of continued announcements regarding downsizing or closure, the prevailing pattern in our industrial sector has been one of growth over a couple of years.

I think our successful producers and manufacturers are those that have an entrepreneurial fervor. They remain inventive and proactive and keep looking for new technology that will keep them on the cutting edge. Those that ride a single pony are caught in a time warp and will probably see the world pass them by.