Connecticut’s largest manufacturing trade organization hosted its 100th annual meeting Thursday. “This is not your grandfather’s annual meeting,” said Executive Director Jamison Scott. For one thing, it was on Zoom, where some 225 participants took part. The group used the occasion Thursday to launch a new brand name and a new slogan: Manufacture CT … read more
At Bead Industries, Inc., it is our priority to maintain the health, safety, and overall wellness of our customers, communities, and our family of employees. As the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic continue to unfold, we are following the guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), as well as federal, state and … read more
Bead Industries, a 5th-Generation company and Amodex, entering its 3rd generation, are investing, innovating and growing in the State of Connecticut. Tune in to hear these dynamic CEOs share their stories: https://youtu.be/pyU_2Gx7ssA
Bead Electronics announced to customers the addition of a GF Vertical Milling Center expanding their capabilities in fine pitch hard milling. Bead prides themselves as being able to provide a custom, production tooled part delivered in three to six weeks. The new technology will allow Bead to reduce their current tool making time by half. “Our … read more
Bead Industries CEO Jill Mayer was named a “40 Under Forty” award recipient by the Hartford Business Journal. She joins a list of talented young professionals from various industries such as healthcare, financial services and STEM-related fields in the Greater Hartford region. “Each of this year’s honorees have demonstrated strong leadership in their careers and an … read more
As part of the overall re-branding initiative, Bead Industries is excited to announce the launch of a freshly redesigned website. Its responsive design now makes it compatible with all digital devices, such as tablets and mobile phones. The new website comes as part of their reinvigorated look and strategy. “Our goal was to create a … read more
McGuire is proud to announce the new Convertible BVII series which completes our stop valve product line and delivers our most comprehensive stop valves available on the market today. Now engineered for both commercial and multi-use markets, McGuire’s unique quarter-turn ball valve converts to a loose key application for vandal proof installation. McGuire offers four lines … read more
Jill Bryant Mayer, great granddaughter of Bead Industries, Inc. founder, W. Calvin Bryant, has been promoted to CEO of the family-owned company (formerly Bead Chain Manufacturing Co.). The company’s previous CEO, Kenneth Bryant, retired in October of 2014. Most recently Corporate President, Mayer will continue to report to the board of directors. As CEO, she will be responsible … read more