The Florida Chamber of Commerce has announced the top four finalists in its annual “Coolest Thing Made in Florida” competition. The event aims to highlight the range and impact of the state’s manufacturing sector.
This year’s semifinalists include Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions from Alachua County, which manufactures large underground mining loaders with both diesel and electric power systems. These machines are exported internationally, reaching markets such as Mongolia and Indonesia.
Chromalloy, based in Palm Beach County, designs and produces FAA-approved jet engine replacement parts for aerospace engines. The company’s operations span multiple locations: design in Palm Beach Gardens, casting in Tampa, and machining in Oldsmar.
Blue Wind Technology from Brevard County assembles wind turbine nacelles using advanced composite materials. Their products contribute to cooling more than three million homes and play a role in sustainable energy efforts.
Arthrex, located in Collier County, specializes in orthopedic surgical technology. Its DualCompression Hindfoot Nail implant supports bone healing with minimal hardware through a responsive nitinol core.
“These finalists demonstrate the extraordinary talent, innovation, and global competitiveness of Florida manufacturers,” said Mark Wilson, President & CEO of the Florida Chamber of Commerce. “From aerospace and energy to healthcare and heavy machinery, these companies are helping grow Florida into a top 10 global economy.”
Voting for the final round is open from September 10 to 23 at CoolestThingMadeinFlorida.com. Participants can vote once per day for their preferred product.
The winner will be revealed on October 28 during the Florida Chamber’s Future of Florida Forum (F3) and Annual Meeting held in Orlando. Registration information for the event is available at FLChamber.com/Future-of-Florida-Forum.
The Florida Chamber of Commerce describes itself as the largest federation representing employers across the state. For over a century, it has worked to bring together businesses to promote economic growth and job creation while planning for Florida’s future.
